The Goddard School
3810 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA
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Little Journeys Academy
- licensed capacity
- 85
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Little Journeys Academy
Little Journeys Academy is a child care center in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 85 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Eight weeks through five years of age
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Eight weeks through five years of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Licensed capacity | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Journeys Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 85 children
- License number
- #CER-00253683
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 4 visits · 1 rule in all · 1 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 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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- Jun 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“During renewal inspection, cert rep observed the facility's emergency plan missing language concerning shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, coping strategies for a crying or fussy baby, child maltreatment, and continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2025
- Mar 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 8, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 08, 2022, CERTIFCATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THERE WAS NO WRITTEN NOTIFICATION OF SAFE ROUTES POSTED AT A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION IN THE CHILD CARE FACILITY.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 08, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE CABINETS IN THE POLAR BEAR CLASSROOM AND WHALES CLASSROOM BOOKSHELVES.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 08, 2022, THE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING CERTFICATE REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 WAS NOT DATED WITHIN A 60 MONTH PERIOD (DATED 08.24.2015), THE FILE OF FACILITY PERSON #2, HIRED ON 06.14.2021, DOES NOT CONTAIN A COMPLETED CHILD ABUSE, DHS REQUIRED FBI CLEARANCE, NSOR, OUT OF STATE CLEARANCES OR A SIGNED DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. THE LE DOES NOT HAVE AN APPROVED WAIVER TO HIRE PROVISIONALLY. THE FILE DOES NOT CONTAIN COPIES OF REQUEST(S) FOR THE CLEARANCES/VERIFICATION AND THE AND THE DISCLOSURE STATE REQUIRED FOR PROVISONAL HIRNG UNDER THE CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 08, 2022, THE HEALTH REPORTS REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1 AND CHILD #2 DID NOT INCLULDE 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: Feb 8, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little Journeys Academy
Is Little Journeys Academy licensed?
Yes. Little Journeys Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little Journeys Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Journeys Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 1 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 Journeys Academy care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Little Journeys Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Little Journeys Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Journeys Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 986-4822 to ask.
What is Little Journeys Academy's phone number?
(610) 986-4822.
Where is Little Journeys Academy?
3722 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073. The nearest other daycare we list is The Goddard School, 0.4 miles away.