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2018c Naamans Road, Wilmington, DE
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Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley
- licensed capacity
- 173
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley
Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley is a child care center in Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 173 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with drop-in care, infant care, pre-k and preschool.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 33 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campCameras for parentsSecure entrySTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 173 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
| Programs | Drop-in care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based, STEM / STEAM |
| Curriculum | Seedlings® curriculum |
| Staff | First aid and CPR certified educators |
| Daily life | Extended care: Extended pickup hours |
| Safety | Secure entry, Cameras / live video for parents (ParentView® internet monitoring) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Lightbridge Journey App) |
| Licensed capacity | 173 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 173 children
- License number
- #CER-00244724
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 10 visits · 33 rules in all · 33 corrected
- Records and paperwork 8
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Background checks 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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Jul 8, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 7-8-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the sensory table in the Brown Bears room had black beans, rice and pasta that were a diameter of less than 1 inch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 7-8-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the yellow Mega blocks toy truck in the Purple Cats room was dirty. The toy trucks in the Orange Giraffes room were dirty and an orange toy truck was broken. There was a broken sink bin in the wooden kitchen in the Green Frogs room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2026
Mar 9, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 3-9-2026 during an Allocated unannounced visit, the toy vehicles in the Blue Horses room and the Fisher Price farmhouse, house and Little People car ramp in the Orange Giraffes room were dirty.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 3-9-2026 during an Allocated unannounced visit, the emergency contact forms for child #1 and #2 were not present in the space where the children were receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2026
3270.81 Glass
“On 3-9-2026 during an Allocated unannounced visit, the lower glass windows in the Mobile Infants room had no visual identification placed on them.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2026
Jul 9, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 7-9-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #1, #2, #3 and #4 were not present in the spaces in which the children were receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“On 7-9-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #1 did not include 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: Jul 16, 2025
3270.123(a) Signed
“On 7-9-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the files of children #2 and #3 did not include agreement forms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“On 7-9-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the files of children #2 and #3 did not include the date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 7-9-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #1 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025
3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) Written plan/Posted in group space
“On 7-9-2025 during a Renewal inspection, a written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted in the Teal Turtles Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 7-9-2025 during a Renewal inspection, a wallflower was plugged in by the cribs in the Infants Room. There was Awesome cleaning vinegar and shaving cream in an unlocked cabinet in the Blue Horses Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2025
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“On 7-9-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the trash cans in the Purple Cats and Teal Turtles Rooms contained tissues with human secretions and were not lidded.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2025
Apr 9, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.20(b) Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours
“On 4-9-2025 during a complaint investigation, it was verified that the provider did not mail or deliver a written report to the regional office within 72 hours after emergency room treatment of a child in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
3270.20(a)(1) Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child
“On 4-9-2025 during a complaint investigation, it was verified that the provider did not notify the regional office within 24 hours that child #1 received emergency room treatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
Feb 27, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“On 2-27-2025 during an unannounced visit, the file of staff persons #3 and #4 did not include a Health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 2-27-2025 during an unannounced visit, the file of staff person #1 had an expired NSOR clearance dated 11-6-2019. The file of staff person #2 did not include a PA Child Abuse clearance or out of state clearances (Sex offender registry, State Criminal History and Out of State Child Abuse & Neglect Registry). The file of staff person #4 did not include a PA NSOR clearance, or out of state clearances (Sex Offender Registry and Out of State Child Abuse & Neglect).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 2-27-2025 during an unannounced visit, the file of staff person #3 did not include proof of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“On 2-27-2025 during a complaint investigation, it was verified that staff persons #1 and #2 have been observed using harsh language in the presence of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
Feb 27, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“On 2-27-2025 during an unannounced visit, the file of staff persons #3 and #4 did not include a Health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 2-27-2025 during an unannounced visit, the file of staff person #1 had an expired NSOR clearance dated 11-6-2019. The file of staff person #2 did not include a PA Child Abuse clearance or out of state clearances (Sex offender registry, State Criminal History and Out of State Child Abuse & Neglect Registry). The file of staff person #4 did not include a PA NSOR clearance, or out of state clearances (Sex Offender Registry and Out of State Child Abuse & Neglect).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 2-27-2025 during an unannounced visit, the file of staff person #3 did not include proof of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“On 2-27-2025 during a complaint investigation, it was verified that staff persons #1 and #2 have been observed using harsh language in the presence of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
Jul 25, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 7-25-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the changing table in Purple Cats was unlocked with Desitin, Aquaphor and A&D ointment. A container in the Brown Bears classroom was open on the 2nd diaper shelf from the floor and filled with Desitin, Aquaphor, Butt paste, A&D ointment and more.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3270.133(1) Original container
“On 7-25-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the epi-pen for child #1 was not in the original container.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“On 7-25-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the refrigerator in the Mobile infants room was 50° F. The refrigerator in the Purple cats was 54° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“On 7-25-2024 during a Renewal inspection, staff person #1 did not have a health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 7-25-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the mirror on the dramatic play shelf was dirty in both the Purple Cats and Brown Bears rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3270.81 Glass
“On 7-25-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the door in the Infant 2 room had no visual identification placed on the door.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
Jul 12, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 7-12-2024 during a complaint investigation, it was verified that a former employee placed their hand over a child's mouth.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2024
May 15, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 5-21-2024 during a complaint investigation, staff person #2 confirmed that former staff member #1, pulled child #1 by the leg.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2024
Feb 9, 2024Complaint investigation6 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“On 2-9-2024 during a complaint investigation, after reviewing staff files, the files for staff persons #1, #2, #3, #8, #10, #12, #15, #16, and #18 did not contain fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“On 2-9-2024 during a complaint investigation, after reviewing staff files, the file for staff person #15 did not have a Health assessment. Staff person #16 had an expired Health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 2-9-2024 during a complaint investigation, after reviewing staff files, the files for staff persons #4, #6, #9, #14 and #19 did not contain a State Police (Criminal) clearance. Staff persons #4, #6, #9, #11 and #19 did not contain a Child Abuse clearance. Staff persons #5, #7, #13, #18 and #19 did not contain an FBI clearance. Staff persons #6, #7, #13, #14 and #19 did not contain an NSOR clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On 2-9-2024 during a complaint investigation, after reviewing staff files, the files for staff persons #3, #16 and #18 did not contain the 1hr Health and Safety training update.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“On 2-9-2024 during a complaint investigation, after reviewing staff files, the files for staff persons #2, #4, #5, #7, #11, #13, #14 and #19 did not contain a Health and Safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“On 2-9-2024 during a complaint investigation, after reviewing staff files, the files for staff persons #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #10, #15, #16, #17 and #19 did not contain Pediatric first aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2024
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Jun 21, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that: staff #1,hired on 3/20/2023, did not have out of state sex offender registry, out of state criminal history, and out of state child abuse & neglect; staff person #2, hired on 3/6/2023 did not have a DHS FBI clearance or a mandated reporter training certificate; staff #3, hired on 5/8/2023 did not have a PSP criminal history clearance, DHS FBI clearance, or National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR); staff #4; hired in 11/2022, did not have a DHS FBI clearance and a mandated reporter training certificate; staff #5, hired on 1/25/2023 did not have a child abuse clearance, national sex offender registry (NSOR), and mandated reporter training; staff #7, hired on 4/24/2023 did not have a PSP criminal history clearance, child abuse clearance, DHS FBI clearance, and national sex offender registry (NSOR), staff #8, hired on 5/3/2023 did not have a PSP criminal history clearance, child abuse clearance, DHS FBI clearance, and national sex offender registry (NSOR); staff #14, hired on 5/1/2023 did not have a PSP criminal history clearance, and DHS FBI clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the agreements for child #1-10 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #7 and #8 did not have a health assessment with TB results on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff person #2 hired on 3/6/23, staff person #4 hired in 11/2022, and staff #5, hired on 1/25/2023 did not have a completed health and safety pre-service training on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facilities emergency plan did not outline the continuity of operations during an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not notify the local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan for the facility did not include accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #7 and #8 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #1 and #3 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first- aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.171(b)/3270.171(c) Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have a written, posted plan identifying safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.182(3) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #1 and #3 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
Jul 26, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During renewal inspection on 7/26/2022 certification representative observed that staff # 1 and staff # 2 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/first aid training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2022
3270.133(5) Original label
“Certification representative observed during renewal inspection dated 7/26/2022 that child #1, and child #8 had expired Epinephrine medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Certification representative observed during the renewal inspection dated 7/26/2022 that in the Green Frogs room there was paint chipping off of the wall, and also observed paint chipping on the sewage pipe that is in the outside play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During renewal inspection dated 7/26/2022, certification representative observed that child # 4 did not have health insurance policy # on emergency contact form. Also, child #10 did not have health insurance coverage, or insurance policy # completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley
Is Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley licensed?
Yes. Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 33 rules across 10 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 33 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 Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley care for?
173, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 364-2000 to ask.
What is Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley's phone number?
(610) 364-2000.
Where is Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley?
1363 Naamans Creek Rd Suite 2, Garnet Valley, PA 19060. The nearest other daycare we list is A Fuller Education, 0.1 miles away.