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Hansell Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 92
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Hansell Child Care
Hansell Child Care is a child care center in Bridgeport, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 92 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 48 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 92 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infant and Young Toddler: Class Ratio: 1 : 4 |
| Staff | Camp counselors are pursuing a degree or career in Early Childhood Education |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (to and from Bridgeport Elementary School and Gulph Elementary School; center owned school bus for short trips) |
| More | Founded 1962 |
| Licensed capacity | 92 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Hansell Child Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 92 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00249492
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 27, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 8 visits · 48 rules in all · 48 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 12
- Health, medication and illness 11
- Safety and hazards 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Records and paperwork 4
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Transportation 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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Mar 27, 2026Complaint investigation6 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“In review of staff files, staff person 1's file failed to include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to hire date.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During unannounced inspection on Friday, 03/27/26, fire safety documents were reviewed, and facility failed to test their smoke detectors once every 30 days or have an annual inspection. The fire detection device was last inspected on 03/10/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During unannounced inspection on Friday, 03/27/26, cert rep observed cribs in the infant room was not spaced with 2 feet on three sides while in use.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.106(j) Prohibit items in crib
“During unannounced inspection on Friday, 03/27/26, cert rep observed pillows present in cribs while infants were asleep.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During unannounced inspection on Friday, 03/27/26, fire safety documents was reviewed, and facility failed to conduct a fire drill within 60 days. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 09/10/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During compliant inspection on Friday, 03/27/26, staff interviews held and cert rep determine that a staff assigned to the infant group was asleep, while children were in care, when a designated release person arrived to pick up a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
Mar 27, 2026Visit6 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“In review of staff files, staff person 1's file failed to include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to hire date.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During unannounced inspection on Friday, 03/27/26, fire safety documents were reviewed, and facility failed to test their smoke detectors once every 30 days or have an annual inspection. The fire detection device was last inspected on 03/10/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During unannounced inspection on Friday, 03/27/26, cert rep observed cribs in the infant room was not spaced with 2 feet on three sides while in use.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.106(j) Prohibit items in crib
“During unannounced inspection on Friday, 03/27/26, cert rep observed pillows present in cribs while infants were asleep.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During unannounced inspection on Friday, 03/27/26, fire safety documents was reviewed, and facility failed to conduct a fire drill within 60 days. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 09/10/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During compliant inspection on Friday, 03/27/26, staff interviews held and cert rep determine that a staff assigned to the infant group was asleep, while children were in care, when a designated release person arrived to pick up a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
Oct 27, 2025Visit10 rules cited
3270.70(a) 65º F minimum
“During renewal inspection on Monday, 10/27/25, cert rep observed thermostat recorded the indoor temperature below 65° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“In review of children's files, child 1, enrolled more than 60 days, file failed to include a health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection on Monday, 10/27/25, cert rep observed peeled paint on the heated radiator located in the infant room's bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During renewal inspection on Monday, 10/27/25, cert rep observed a toy climber in the infant room had shredded and rough edges causing a possible hazard to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“In review of staff files, staff person 3 file failed to include a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“In review of children's files, child 2, enrolled more than 60 days, file failed to include documentation of the Rotavirus vaccinations, as required based on the child's age, per the ACIP recommended schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“In review of staff files, staff persons 1 and 3 file failed to include results of the TB screening by the Mantoux method.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“In review of staff files, staff person 3, employed more than 45 days, file failed to include an FBI clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“In review of staff files, staff person 2 file failed to include verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience caring for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“In review of staff files, staff person 3 file failed to include verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience caring for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
Apr 28, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During a compliant investigation on Monday, 04/28/25, cert rep was informed that a staff used a form of physical punishment when caring for a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025
Oct 29, 2024Visit13 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed missing outlet cover in a bathroom in the Toddler room and in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“In review of staff files, staff persons 1 and 2 file failed to verify 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children prior to employment at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed chip/damaged paint throughout the walls in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed facility failed to have written hand washing signs posted by sinks and bathrooms, throughout the facility, addressing when a staff person and child must wash their hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed a toilet located in the Preschool room's bathroom was not operable.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“In review of health and safety documents, staff person 1 had not completed required health and safety professional development training required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe of 04/29/22. Staff person 2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person 2 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. Pediatric first-aid/CPR training contained in file was last completed on 05/06/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“In review of staff files, staff person 2 file failed to have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training from a PQAS-approved trainer and PQAS-approved curriculum. Pediatric first-aid/CPR training contained in file was last completed on 05/06/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed children receiving care in the infant room failed to have their emergency contact information present in childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“In review of children's files, child 1, enrolled 6 months or more, failed to have a service report proving information about the child's growth and development.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“In review of staff files, staff person 3 file included a health assessment that was completed more than 12 months of initial hire date.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.102(a)/3270.104(a) Clean and good repair/Clean, good repair, proper size
“During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed a couch used by children with tears, rips and rough edges.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2024
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“In review of staff files, staff person 3, a new hire, file failed to include a current TB screening.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include two nonfamily letters of references. Staff person 1 file only contained 1 letter of reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
Oct 2, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) Every 60 days/Written record
“In review of fire safety documents, facility failed to have written documentation that a fire drill was conducted at least once every 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
3270.191 Individual Records
“During a compliant investigation on Wednesday, 10/02/24, cert rep determined that a temporary facility person did not have a record on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During a compliant investigation on Wednesday, 10/02/24, cert rep determined that the operator had hired a temporary facility person to transport children to and from school without the required clearances on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
Oct 2, 2024Visit3 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) Every 60 days/Written record
“In review of fire safety documents, facility failed to have written documentation that a fire drill was conducted at least once every 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
3270.191 Individual Records
“During a compliant investigation on Wednesday, 10/02/24, cert rep determined that a temporary facility person did not have a record on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During a compliant investigation on Wednesday, 10/02/24, cert rep determined that the operator had hired a temporary facility person to transport children to and from school without the required clearances on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
Nov 17, 2023Inspection15 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“In review of health and safety documentation, facility failed to have a policy addressing signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“In review of emergency plan documents, facility's emergency plan failed to include statement regarding continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended
“In review of facility's emergency plan, plan failed to provide a method of contacting parents at the beginning and end of emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“In review of staff files, staff person 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety topics.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2023
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“In review of staff files, staff person 3 file failed to include verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During renewal inspection on Friday, 11/17/23, cert rep observed first-aid kit in the preschool room was missing soap and first-aid kit located in the toddler room was missing soap and scissors.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“In review of children's files, children enrolled 6 months or more failed to have a service report proving information about the child's growth and development.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“In review of children's files, child 1and 2 emergency contact and file failed to contain parent's signed consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During renewal inspection on Friday, 11/17/23, cert rep observed in the preschool and infant classrooms a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions failed to be posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“In review of staff files, staff person 2 file failed to include an updated health assessment. Health assessment included in file was last completed on 10/10/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.172(a)/3270.182(6) Written parental consent/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“In review of children's files, child 1, who is transported by facility, file failed to have parent written consent for transportation.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“In review of children's files, child 1 and 2 file failed to contain parent's signed written consent for administration of minor first-aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include two written non-family letters.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“In review of fire safety documents, facility failed to have tested their smoke detection system once every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Durin renewal inspection on Friday, 11/17/23, cert rep observed staff person 3 caring for children unsupervised and had not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety topics. Staff person 2 observed to be caring for children unsupervised and had not completed health and safety professional development training updates required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe of 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
Jun 5, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.72(c) Good repair
“Certification Representative observed screens in need in repair in the rear of the building/playspace area”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2023
Oct 17, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“File Records for Child #1, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 did not include the address of the indiviidual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Certification Represenative observed five children with one staff with the youngest child being an infant”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2022
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Certification Representative observed a child's hands not being washed after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“File records for Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 did not include an agreement between the parent and operator”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“file Record for Child #1 did not include an updated financial agreement at least once in a 6 -month period;last completed 9/24/21”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
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- Oct 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Hansell Child Care
Is Hansell Child Care licensed?
Yes. Hansell Child Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Hansell Child Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 27, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hansell Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 48 rules across 8 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 48 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 Hansell Child Care care for?
92, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Hansell Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Hansell Child Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Hansell Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 275-2552 to ask.
What is Hansell Child Care's phone number?
(610) 275-2552.
Where is Hansell Child Care?
720 Ford St, Bridgeport, PA 19405. The nearest other daycare we list is Right at School at Bridgeport Elementary, 0.1 miles away.