Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr
580 Rosedale Rd, Kennett Square, PA
5.0· 9 reviews
J.A.M. Christian Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 42
- open each week
- 5 days
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About J.A.M. Christian Daycare
J.A.M. Christian Daycare is a child care center in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 42 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageFaith-basedAccepts 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 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 42 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 42 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
J.A.M. Christian Daycare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for J.A.M. Christian Daycare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 42 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00254610
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Records and paperwork 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 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted
“On 3/25/25, at time of inspection, toxic bushes (Andromedas/Lily of the Valley) were observed accessible to children on the outdoor walkway used to access the play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
Mar 19, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“On 3/19/24, at time of inspection, peeling paint and plaster was observed on the bathroom wall located in the Older Toddler Room (Buzzing Bees).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“On 3/19/24, during renewal inspection, unlidded waste receptacles were observed in the Older Toddler and Preschool toilet areas.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024
3270.124(c)/3270.181(e) Each child care space/Emergency master file updated
“On 3/19/24, at time of renewal, emergency contact information in the childcare space where children were receiving care was not updated at least once in a 6-month period. The emergency contact information was only updated in the master files located in the facility's office.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 3/19/24, at renewal inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain two letters of written reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 3/19/24, at renewal inspection, Staff #2 was being utilized as an AGS. Staff #2 file did not contain verification of education to determine staff qualifications of the position performing.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024
May 2, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023
3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan did not include a method to contact parents to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan was not updated to include specific staff dutiesor relocation address per announcement c-22-04, issued 4/19/22.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“DIRECTOR REPORTED NONCOMPLIANCE DUE TO A CHILD GETTING HOLD OF A VAPE PEN THAT WAS BROUGHT TO THE FACILITY INSIDE OF ANOTHER CHILD'S PERSONAL BELONGINGS.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2023
May 2, 2023Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023
3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan did not include a method to contact parents to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan was not updated to include specific staff dutiesor relocation address per announcement c-22-04, issued 4/19/22.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“DIRECTOR REPORTED NONCOMPLIANCE DUE TO A CHILD GETTING HOLD OF A VAPE PEN THAT WAS BROUGHT TO THE FACILITY INSIDE OF ANOTHER CHILD'S PERSONAL BELONGINGS.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2023
Apr 8, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.192(1) Name, address, and phone
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 3 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #2 DID NOT CONTAIN THE EMPLOYEE'S ADDRESS OR PHONE NUMBER.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2022
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH AND THE WATER TEMPERATURE IN WAS AT 112.5° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2022
3270.27(a)(4)/3270.27(a)(5) Contact when ended/Emergency plan
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE EMERGENCY PLAN AND THERE WAS NO METHOD THAT SHOWED HOW PARENTS WERE TO BE INFORMED THAT AN EMERGENCY WAS OVER AND TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION FOR SAFE REUNIFICATION WITH THEIR CHILDREN AND THERE WAS NO MENTION OF ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS,TODDLERS,CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about J.A.M. Christian Daycare
Is J.A.M. Christian Daycare licensed?
Yes. J.A.M. Christian Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was J.A.M. Christian Daycare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has J.A.M. Christian Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 J.A.M. Christian Daycare care for?
42, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does J.A.M. Christian Daycare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are J.A.M. Christian Daycare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does J.A.M. Christian Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 444-1795 to ask.
What is J.A.M. Christian Daycare's phone number?
(610) 444-1795.
Where is J.A.M. Christian Daycare?
415 W State St, Kennett Square, PA 19348. The nearest other daycare we list is Power of Two Montessori, 0.3 miles away.