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GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 275
- open each week
- 5 days
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About GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center
GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center is a child care center in Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 275 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 275 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 275 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 275 children
- License number
- #CER-00245563
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Background checks 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Aug 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.61 Measurement and use of indoor child care space
“On August 12, 2026, during the renewal inspection, classroom #8 (previously the young toddler classroom), was not set up as a childcare space ready to receive children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026
Sep 3, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information for child #3 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom they may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #3 and staff member #4 hired as assistant group supervisor did not include verification of two years (2500 hrs.) of experience working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact information for child #3 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2025
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1did not contain written signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2025
3270.123(a) Signed
“At the time of inspection, the agreement form observed in the file for child #2 was not signed by the operator and the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 and staff member #2 included NSOR documents dated after the individuals began working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
Jun 4, 2025Visit1 rule cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“During the on-site inspection, the staff members confirmed noncompliance involving a staff member feeding an infant the wrong bottle which contained breastmilk meant for another infant in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2025
Apr 15, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Part of a shelf in disrepair fell and hit a toddler on top of the head.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
Aug 22, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 included a pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate which expired 5/23/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“At the time of inspection, the files for staff members #1 and #2 did not include updated health assessments dated with in the last 24 months. The file for staff member #3 did not include an initial health assessment dated prior to providing initial service in a child care setting, the only health assessment observed was dated 2/29/24 which was 3 months after beginning employment at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2024
3270.133(4)/3270.133(7) Locked/Medication log
“At the time of inspection, a child's nonprescription was observed in an unlocked cabinet in a classroom bathroom without a medical log.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“At the time of inspection, dust, debris and/or peeling paint were observed on surfaces in the multipurpose room, toddler play space and other areas around the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
Oct 5, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“Child 1 was missing the HIB 3 immunization and did not have an exemption on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2023
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff 1 did not have proof of Pediatric CPR and First Aide on file at the time of the inspection. Staff 1 will be supervised at all times by an AGS or GS who is trained in CPR and First Aide.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2023
Jul 26, 2023Complaint investigation6 rules cited
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/26/2023 the fire alarm test had not been logged since 3/7/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/26/23 the file for staff person #1 did not contain verification of Education and experience as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“An unannounced inspection on 7/26/23 revealed that staff person # 3 used a broom to sweep the floors and then used the same broom to sweep the tables where children eat.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/26/23, 14 preschoolers were observed with staff person #1 and staff person # 4 outside in front of the facility. Staff persons #1 and # 4 did not have the children assigned to specific care groups.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.19(b) Child abuse reporting
“On 7/17/2023 the following was reported to staff person #2 "The teacher took the child by the hand, completely lifting her off of the ground multiple times. The child was in distress not wanting to line up. The staff member told the child that she needed to stand up and hold the ring on the walking rope. The child continued to cry and did not respond to the direction. The staff person repeated this action 3 more times until they exited the room" Staff person #2 did not report this alleged incident to ChildLine.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“A review of video camera footage on revealed that staff person #1 pulled child #1 by one arm multiple times in an attempt to get the child to line up. The child's feet lifted off of the ground during this action. Staff person #1 also pulled the child several times across the floor towards the door.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
Jul 26, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/26/2023 the fire alarm test had not been logged since 3/7/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/26/23 the file for staff person #1 did not contain verification of Education and experience as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“An unannounced inspection on 7/26/23 revealed that staff person # 3 used a broom to sweep the floors and then used the same broom to sweep the tables where children eat.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/26/23, 14 preschoolers were observed with staff person #1 and staff person # 4 outside in front of the facility. Staff persons #1 and # 4 did not have the children assigned to specific care groups.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.19(b) Child abuse reporting
“On 7/17/2023 the following was reported to staff person #2 "The teacher took the child by the hand, completely lifting her off of the ground multiple times. The child was in distress not wanting to line up. The staff member told the child that she needed to stand up and hold the ring on the walking rope. The child continued to cry and did not respond to the direction. The staff person repeated this action 3 more times until they exited the room" Staff person #2 did not report this alleged incident to ChildLine.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“A review of video camera footage on revealed that staff person #1 pulled child #1 by one arm multiple times in an attempt to get the child to line up. The child's feet lifted off of the ground during this action. Staff person #1 also pulled the child several times across the floor towards the door.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
Aug 9, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 8/9/2022 the emergency plan did not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2022
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 8/9/2022 the bolts holding down the toilets in the Pre Kindergarten room were missing their protective caps leaving the rusty bolts exposed.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022
3270.64 Outside Walkways
“During the renewal inspection on 8/9/2022 the bottom cement step of the emergency exit stairs located off of the turf room was crumbled with an area of damage.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2022
Dec 2, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
3270.106(a)/3270.119 Clean, age appropriate/Infant sleep position
“During the unannounced inspection on 12/2/21 child #1 was observed sleeping in a glider/swing and child #2 was observed sleeping in a bouncy seat. Staff person #3 stated they had been sleeping for about 10 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2021
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the unannounced inspection on 12/2/2021 11 young toddlers were observed with staff persons #1 and #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2021
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the unannounced inspection on 12/2/21 a review of the fire alarm test log revealed that no test had been held between 10/29/21 and 12/2/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2021
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the unannounced inspection on 12/2/2021 staff persons #3 and #4 did not know the last names of the children in their assigned care groups.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2021
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Nov 24, 2021Visit1 rule cited
3270.21/3270.166(4) General Health and Safety/Bottles labeled
“The operator self reported that on 11/12/2021 Staff person #1 gave child #1 a bottle of breast milk that was provided for Child #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2021
Sep 10, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 9/10/21, during renewal inspection, proof of purchase for fire detection system as required by Act 62 of 2020, was not observed on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2021
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During the renewal inspection the bottle for child #1 was not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center
Is GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 13 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center care for?
275, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 963-3700 to ask.
What is GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center's phone number?
(215) 963-3700.
Where is GPY Gilbertsville Early Learning Center?
144 Holly Rd, Gilbertsville, PA 19525. The nearest other daycare we list is Miss Doreen's Playmation Childcare, 0.5 miles away.