The Learning Experience
1721 S Easton Rd, Doylestown, PA
4.7· 65 reviews
Little Branches
- licensed capacity
- 43
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Little Branches
Little Branches is a child care center in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 43 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 43 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 43 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Branches
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 43 children
- License number
- #CER-00255471
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 20, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 10 visits · 35 rules in all · 35 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Background checks 6
- Safety and hazards 6
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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 20, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During unannounced monitoring inspection on August 20, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain a health assessment and Tb test.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During unannounced monitoring inspection on August 20, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain out of state clearances for the state of New Jersey, as required under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2026
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During unannounced monitoring inspection on August 20, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain documentation of education and experience to qualify them for the position in which they were performing.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026
Jun 5, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During follow-up/complaint investigation on July 17, 2026, certification representative observed staff #1 and #2 upstairs upon initial arrival at 12:30 pm, leaving 4 young toddlers downstairs unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2026
May 21, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.191 Individual Records
“During unannounced inspection on May 21, 2026, provider did not have files for staff #2 or #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During unannounced inspection on May 21, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During unannounced inspection on May 21, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain a health assesment or Tb test.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During complaint investigation on May 21, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain a PA State Police clearance or receipt of submission, proof of fingerprint submission for the DHS FBI clearance, or the results of the NSOR verification, all of which are required by the CPSL for provisional hire. Provider did not have any clearances on file for staff #2 or #3.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
May 21, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.191 Individual Records
“During unannounced inspection on May 21, 2026, provider did not have files for staff #2 or #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During unannounced inspection on May 21, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During unannounced inspection on May 21, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain a health assesment or Tb test.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During complaint investigation on May 21, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain a PA State Police clearance or receipt of submission, proof of fingerprint submission for the DHS FBI clearance, or the results of the NSOR verification, all of which are required by the CPSL for provisional hire. Provider did not have any clearances on file for staff #2 or #3.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
Apr 2, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During renewal inspection on April 2, 2026, the emergency contact information of children #1 and #3 did not include the health insurance information and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During renewal inspection on April 2, 2026, certification representative observed outlets in the baby room that did not have protective receptacle covers in place.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2026
3270.131(c)/3270.131(d)(7) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP/Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During renewal inspection on April 2, 2026, the health report of child #1 was not written and signed by a physician, and did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During renewal inspection on April 2, 2026, the written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2026
Oct 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During allocated unannounced inspection on October 10, 2025, the record of staff #1 did not contain a Child Abuse clearance, the results of the NSOR verification and did not contain documentation of mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025
Apr 16, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During renewal inspection on April 16, 2025, the emergency contact information of children #1, 2, 4 and 5 did not include the address of the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During renewal inspection on April 16, 2025, the emergency contact information of children #1 and #5 did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During renewal inspection on April 16, 2025, the health assessment of child #2 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2025
3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During renewal inspection on April 16, 2025, the health report of child #5 did not contain a record of immunizations and did not contain documentation of an exemption.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During renewal inspection on April 16, 2025, the water in the preschool building measured at 123°F in the women's room, 120°F in the mens room, and 122°F in the kitchen - all sinks are accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During renewal inspection on April 16, 2025, the record of staff #1 did not contain a Child Abuse clearance or an NSOR verification certificate as required under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
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
“During renewal inspection on April 16, 2025, the emergency contact information of child #3 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care or for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff, both of which are required prior to admission.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
May 6, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During unannounced inspection on May 6, 2024, the record of staff #1 contained only one written, nonfamily reference and the record of staff #3 did not contain two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During unannounced inspection on May 6, 2024, the record of staff #2 did not contain a DHS FBI clearance (contained a PDE FBI clearance which is not accepted by DHS), and the record of staff #3 contained a DHS FBI clearance that was more than 60 months old (dated 1-19-18).”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.36(b)(5) Each staff person meets quals/HS/GED + 2 yrs
“During complaint investigation on May 6, 2024, the records of staff #1, 2, and 3 did not contain documentation of at least 2 years of experience to qualify them as Assistant Group Supervisors.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2024
3270.112/3270.113(e) Infant/Toddler Stimulation/Restraints prohibited
“During complaint investigation on May 6, 2024, staff interviews and physical site review indicated that infant and toddler children are placed in highchairs, cribs or walkers rather than provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with or carried.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2024
May 6, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During unannounced inspection on May 6, 2024, the record of staff #1 contained only one written, nonfamily reference and the record of staff #3 did not contain two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During unannounced inspection on May 6, 2024, the record of staff #2 did not contain a DHS FBI clearance (contained a PDE FBI clearance which is not accepted by DHS), and the record of staff #3 contained a DHS FBI clearance that was more than 60 months old (dated 1-19-18).”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.36(b)(5) Each staff person meets quals/HS/GED + 2 yrs
“During complaint investigation on May 6, 2024, the records of staff #1, 2, and 3 did not contain documentation of at least 2 years of experience to qualify them as Assistant Group Supervisors.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2024
3270.112/3270.113(e) Infant/Toddler Stimulation/Restraints prohibited
“During complaint investigation on May 6, 2024, staff interviews and physical site review indicated that infant and toddler children are placed in highchairs, cribs or walkers rather than provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with or carried.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2024
Apr 17, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, certification representative observed paint cans, debris and various building materials outside of the emergency exit near the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, certification representative observed chipped paint in the preschool room and the bathroom in the preschool building.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, the record of child #3 did not contain a health assessment conducted within 12 months (Dated 4-14-2022).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, the facility emergency plan did not provide accommodations for lockdown.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, the emergency contact information and financial agreements of children #1-4 were not updated at least once in a 6 month period.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, certification representative observed stained ceiling tiles in the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, the facility emergency drill log indicated that the most recent fire drill was 2-16-24.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2024
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, the record of child #1 did not contain a health assessment completed within 6 months (dated 1-30-23).”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, the emergency contact information of child #4 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, the record of staff #1 did not contain a PA State Police Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During renewal inspection on April 17, 2024, the facility emergency plan did not address Continuity of Operations.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2024
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Jun 27, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.52/3270.113(a) Mixed Age Level/Supervised at all times
“During the inspection there was one staff in the infant classroom with six children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2023
Apr 11, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The children's rest equipment was not labeled for individual use at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2023
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At the time of inspection, the toddler classroom was out-of-ratio. There was three staff and thirteen children having lunch on the front lawn; there was an infant child under the age of one-yrs-old in the group.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2023
Apr 11, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The children's rest equipment was not labeled for individual use at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2023
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At the time of inspection, the toddler classroom was out-of-ratio. There was three staff and thirteen children having lunch on the front lawn; there was an infant child under the age of one-yrs-old in the group.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2023
- May 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Branches
Is Little Branches licensed?
Yes. Little Branches is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little Branches last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 20, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Branches had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 10 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 35 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 Little Branches care for?
43, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Little Branches accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Branches' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Branches cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 918-2313 to ask.
What is Little Branches' phone number?
(267) 918-2313.
Where is Little Branches?
320 Edison Furlong Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901. The nearest other daycare we list is Childtime Learning Center, 0.6 miles away.