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Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd
- licensed capacity
- 102
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd
Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd is a child care center in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 102 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. It describes a Montessori and Reggio Emilia approach, with part-time care, preschool and summer camp.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 1 visit in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 18 months to 6 years
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 102 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 18 months to 6 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Part-time care, preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Montessori, Reggio Emilia |
| Licensed capacity | 102 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
- Capacity
- 102 children
- License number
- #CER-00256785
Summary
1 visit in the last 3 years · Last visit May 28, 2026: 10 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 1 visit · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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May 28, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“First Aid kits in classrooms were observed to be missing soap, tweezers, scissors, and tape. All non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of Certificate of Compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“Verification of Emergency Plan being sent to local emergency management agency. All non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of Certificate of Compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff person #2 did not include results for TB test. All non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of Certificate of Compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff person #1 did not include an initial health assessment. All non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of Certificate of Compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2026
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“Two wooden bead towers were observed not secured to wall presenting tipping hazard. All non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of Certificate of Compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Emergency Plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations. All non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of Certificate of Compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Handwashing signs indicating when hands should be washed were not posted at sinks. All non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of Certificate of Compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) Bachelor's + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff Person #2 did not include verification of previous child-care experience. All non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of Certificate of Compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2026
3270.81 Glass
“Several glass doors and floor-to-ceiling windows were observed not to have visual strips or other visual identification. All non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of Certificate of Compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“Water measured 120 degrees at sink located near changing pad in the twos classroom. All non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of Certificate of Compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
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FAQ
Questions about Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd
Is Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd licensed?
Yes. Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 28, 2026, with 10 rules cited. It lists 1 visit in the last 3 years.
Has Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 1 of 1 visit in the last 3 years; 10 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 Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd care for?
102, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 940-8315 to ask.
What is Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd's phone number?
(267) 940-8315.
Where is Ivybrook Academy Bala Cynwyd?
1 Cynwyd Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004. The nearest other daycare we list is Goddard School New Life Learning, 0.2 miles away.