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Huntingdon Childrens School

1501 Huntingdon Rd, Abington, PA 19001
licensed capacity
71
open each week
5 days

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About Huntingdon Childrens School

Huntingdon Childrens School is a child care center in Abington, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 71 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 27 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: school-age children

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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
7:15 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
71 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:15 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:15 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:15 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:15 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:15 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity71 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Huntingdon Childrens School has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Huntingdon Childrens School

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
71 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00258279
See the state's record

Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 13, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 27 rules in all · 27 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 8
  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Background checks 2
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Supervision and ratios 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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  1. Jul 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. May 20, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection conducted on 05/20/2026, Staff Person #1 was observed working alone and the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of the required Health and Safety Trainings.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection conducted on 05/20/2026, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of emergency plan training.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection conducted on 05/20/2026, the file for Staff Person #2 did not contain a completed PA Criminal Background Check Clearance.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection conducted on 05/20/2026, the file for Staff Person #2 did not contain verification of childcare experience.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “At the time of the Unannounced Visit on 05/20/2026, the first aid kit located in the Preschool Classroom did not have an assortment of adhesive bandages or sterilized gauze pads.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection conducted on 05/20/2026, unlabeled sippy cups were observed in the Older Toddler Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection conducted on 05/20/2026, the file for Staff Person #2 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection conducted on 05/20/2026, the last documented fire drill on file was dated 01/21/2026.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026

  3. Jan 15, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 01/15/2026, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of a PQAS approved Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training from a PQAS approved trainer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 01/15/2026, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain a completed DHS FBI Clearance.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 01/15/2026, the Emergency Contact form on fille for Child #3 did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 01/15/2026, the Emergency Contact form on file for Child #3 did not contain the address for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 01/15/2026, the Emergency Contact Forms on File for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care or signed parental consent for minor first aid from a facility staff person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 01/15/2026, the provider could not verify in writing that the facility completed an emergency drill.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 01/15/2026, the Fire Inspection report on file dated 01/07/2026, indicated a failure due to deficiencies with the system.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 01/15/2026, the Emergency Contact Forms for Child #1 and Child #3 needed to be reviewed and updated by the parents. The Agreement Form on file for Child#1 was not signed or dated by the parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026

  4. Aug 1, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the first-aid kit located in the Preschool 1 classroom did not contain Tweezers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the windows that open directly to the outdoors in the Younger Toddler and Older Toddler Classrooms located on the Upper Level of the Facility opened greater than 6 inches.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the covering of the storm drains located in the outdoor play space in an area accessible to children were cracked and broken with sharp edges.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(b)(1) Bachelor's + 1 yr

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of childcare experience.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the facility's Emergency Plan did not include the Facility's Plans for Continuity of Operations in an emergency.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of Emergency Plan Training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the facility's evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the facility's Emergency Plan was not sent to the Local Municipality and to the County Emergency Management Agency.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the facility's Emergency Plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the refrigerators located in the Preschool 1 Classroom and the Younger Toddler Classroom did not contain a thermometer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 08/01/2025, the cubbies located outside of the Preschool 1 Classroom and inside the Younger Toddler Classroom were not mounted to the wall and posed crush hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Huntingdon Childrens School

Is Huntingdon Childrens School licensed?

Yes. Huntingdon Childrens School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Huntingdon Childrens School last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 13, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Huntingdon Childrens School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 27 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 27 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 Huntingdon Childrens School care for?

71, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Huntingdon Childrens School accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Huntingdon Childrens School's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Huntingdon Childrens School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 906-3570 to ask.

What is Huntingdon Childrens School's phone number?

(610) 906-3570.

Where is Huntingdon Childrens School?

1501 Huntingdon Rd, Abington, PA 19001. The nearest other daycare we list is Play and Learn Gerstadt, 0.5 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).