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1408 W Broad St, Quakertown, PA
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Lifespan School
- licensed capacity
- 247
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Lifespan School
Lifespan School is a child care center in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 247 children, serving school-age 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 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 247 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
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 247 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lifespan School has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Lifespan School
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 247 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00259998
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 19, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 10 of 10 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Food and nutrition 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 19, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“On 8/19/26, a tall, narrow bookshelf (approx. 6ft high) observed in School Age B classroom was not anchored or secured to prevent tipping. The bookshelf was unstable and could be pulled forward, creating a potential tip hazard to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026
Jul 30, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(a)(1)/3270.134(a) Staff assigned to specific children/Child's hands washed
“On 7/30/26, during unannounced inspection, Staff #1 sent a preschool age child to the bathroom located in Staff #2 classroom which is adjacent to their classroom. Upon finishing in the bathroom, certification rep observed child leave the bathroom without washing their hands. Although Staff #1 and Staff #2 were both aware of child #1 in the bathroom, neither Staff #1 nor Staff #2 were directly supervising the child to ensure handwashing. Additionally, Staff #3 was observed changing diapers in the young toddler room. Staff #3 did not wash child's hands after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
May 5, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 4/30/26, at approximately 4:55pm, Child #1 was on the floor in the doorway between the PS and PK2 classrooms exhibiting a tantrum. Staff #1 acknowledged holding Child #1 ankles and dragging Child #1 into the PK2 classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2026
Dec 23, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“On 12/23/25, at time of inspection, Staff #1 has not completed Part 2 of PA Required Health & Safety Training for Center and Group within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 12/23/25, at time of inspection, a bowl of marbles with a diameter of less than an inch was observed accessible to toddlers on the sink of the classroom bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2025
Oct 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 10/20/25, at time of inspection, Clorox Wipes & Sanitizing Wipes were observed accessible to children on shelf located in the PK room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2025
May 2, 2025Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) No physical punishment /No harsh language
“On 5/2/25, Director self-reported that on 4/23/25, while taking a walk around campus, a witness observed Staff #1 grabbing Child #1 arm and using harsh tone of voice while reprimanding them for hitting another child.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2025
Mar 26, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“On 3/14/25, at approximately 3:00pm, Staff #1 and Staff #2 noticed a red area on Child #1 forehead. Child #1 had just woken up from rest time where it appeared the plastic edge of the rest cot likely left an impression on Child #1 forehead. Staff #1 did not complete and provide an injury report to the parent on the day of the incident.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2025
Feb 13, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) No physical punishment /No harsh language
“Staff #1 was observed being rough with children by tugging/pulling on arm to redirect children and was observed picking up children and sitting them down on the floor with force. Staff #1 was observed yelling and using harsh tones when communicating with the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“On 1/10/25, six bottles located in the infant room refrigerator were not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 1/10/25, diaper cream instructing to keep out of reach of children was observed in an unlocked drawer located in Toddler 2 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“On 1/10/25, Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“On 1/10/25, a plant known to be poisonous (Wondering Jew) was observed in the PK1 classroom. Additionally, various plants known to be poisonous were observed accessible to children on the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2025
Jan 25, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“On 1/25/24, at time of renewal, Child #4 file did not contain an updated health report. The last health report on file was dated 10/14/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“On 1/25/24, at time of renewal, Child #3 emergency contact information did not include addresses of designated release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“On 1/24/25, at time of renewal, Staff #1 was observed changing a diaper in the young toddler room. Staff #1 did not sanitize the diaper changing surface after changing the diaper.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 1/25/24, at time of inspection, infant Child #1 and infant child #2 were observed sleeping in cribs located in the back designated sleeping area unsupervised by a staff person. Child #1 crib was behind a half wall and Child #2 crib was positioned behind a diaper changing station preventing supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
Show 3 earlier visits
Apr 25, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.22/3270.135(e) Communication with Parents/2 hour diaper check
“During unannounced monitoring certification rep spoke with staff and verified that the child's diaper was soak and that parent did not receive any report showing when the child was changed.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
Jan 23, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Chil 1, 2, 3 and 9 had expired physicals. Child 4 and 6 were missing physicals.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 2 was expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2023
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreements for child 7 and 8 were missing date of admission”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 4 was missing information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 4 and 9 were missing work information of enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
Feb 25, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During renewal inspection, certification rep observed the water temperature in the following classrooms exceed exceeds 110°: Walker 1 water temperature was at 112.3°, Toddler 2 water temperature was at 112.8°, the water temperature in the bathroom inside Toddler 2 was 112.6°, Infant water temperature was at 112.1°”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
3270.21/3270.75(c) General Health and Safety/Has all items
“During renewal inspection certification rep observed mold in the first aid kit in preschool 1During the renewal inspection certification rep checked the first aid kit. The first aid kit in Kindergarten Prep was missing scissors. The first aid kit in Preschool 2 was missing tweezers”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Certification rep also observed 2 disinfection spray bottles accessible to the children in the Kindergarten Prep classroom”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“During renewal inspection certification did not see DHS contact information posted in a conspicuous location used by parents”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the following classrooms: Infants, Preschool, , Preschool 2, Toddler 1, Toddler 2, Prek 1, and Kindergarten Prep, During renewal inspection certification rep observed plaster in the following classrooms: Toddler 2, the bathroom in Prek 2, and Preschool 1 and Kindergarten Prep”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Lifespan School
Is Lifespan School licensed?
Yes. Lifespan School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Lifespan School last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 19, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lifespan School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 10 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Lifespan School care for?
247, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Lifespan School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Lifespan School'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 Lifespan School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 536-4417 to ask.
What is Lifespan School's phone number?
(215) 536-4417.
Where is Lifespan School?
2460 John Fries Hwy, Quakertown, PA 18951. The nearest other daycare we list is Noahs Ark, 0.6 miles away.