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Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center

7500 West Ave, Elkins Park, PA 190274.6· 13 reviews
licensed capacity
130
open each week
5 days

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About Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center

Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center is a child care center in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 130 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks to 5 years
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
130 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday – Friday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks to 5 years
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (Jewish)
EnrichmentMusic, yoga, gymnastics, languages, and soccer
StaffCenter Director holds a bachelor's degree in business management and a master's degree in early childhood education
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsState subsidy
AccreditationNAEYC accredited, Other accreditation (Keystone STARS – highest rating available, 4 STARS)
MoreFounded 1985
Licensed capacity130 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
130 children
License number
#CER-00260249
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 16, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 9 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected

  • Discipline and child guidance 5
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Health, medication and illness 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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See all 17 visits
  1. Jul 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 13, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “At the time of the unannounced inspection, it was found that child #1 was spotted exiting the classroom without a teacher until child was stopped before exiting the building.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026

  3. Feb 26, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) No physical punishment /No harsh language

      “At the time of the investigation, it was determined that staff #1 grabbed child #1 by the arms, yelled at child, then pushed child #1 causing child to cry.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026

  4. Feb 5, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “On 2/5/26 an unannounced inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff #1 was working alone in Room 8. Staff #1 left her classroom unattended for a brief period of time during a personal medical scenario where staff needed access to a bathroom to vomit.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2026

  5. Jul 28, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

      “At the time of the unannounced inspection, it was found that child #1 was left in a classroom while the rest of the class were at the playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2025

  6. Jun 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Aug 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 10, 2024Visit4 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm

      “At the time of the unannounced visit, it was found that staff #1 excluded child from a school event. Staff also told children they don't like and cannot stand them.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm

      “At the time of the unannounced visit, it was found that staff #1 excluded child from a school event. Staff also told children they don't like and cannot stand them.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(d) No harsh language

      “At the time of the unannounced visit, it was found that staff #1 and staff #2 yelled at the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “At the time of the unannounced visit , it was found that staff #1 threw blocks at child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024

  9. Mar 26, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.68(a) No smoking areas

      “It was found that child #1 came in contact with a vape pen while at the facility on 3/19/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2024

  10. Aug 3, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “On the day of investigation observed the video. On the video observed staff#1 throwing water in daycare child#1 face on purpose. Staff#2 informed staff#3 of the actions that took place on during water play.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm

      “On the day of investigation observed the video. On the video observed staff#1 throwing water in daycare child#1 face on purpose. Staff#2 informed staff#3 of the actions that took place on during water play.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “On the day of investigation observed the video. On the video observed staff#1 throwing water in daycare child#1 face on purpose. Staff#2 informed staff#3 of the actions that took place on during water play.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2023

Show 7 earlier visits
  1. Jul 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  2. May 24, 2023Visit3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “On 5/24/23 it was verified that on 5/8/23 child#1 was observed in the hallway by staff#2 and Individual #2 alone. Staff#1 who was responsible for child #1 was not aware that child#1 left the classroom and was in the hallway.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “On 5/24/23 it was verified that on 5/8/23 child#1 was observed in the hallway by staff#2 and Individual #2 alone. Staff#1 who was responsible for child #1 was not aware that child#1 left the classroom and was in the hallway.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “On 5/24/23 it was verified that on 5/8/23 child#1 was observed in the hallway by staff#2 and Individual #2 alone. Staff#1 who was responsible for child #1 was not aware that child#1 left the classroom and was in the hallway.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2023

  3. Mar 24, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Daycare child#1 left out the classroom and Staff#1 and Staff#2 did not realize he left the classroom. Staff#3 and Staff#4 observed child#1 in the hallway took him back to class.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023

  4. Aug 10, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “Child#1 bit Child#2. Staff #1 observed and smacked Child#1 on the arm for biting Child#2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Staff #1 fed daycare child daycare child#1 the bottle that belong to daycare#2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022

  5. Aug 10, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “Child#1 bit Child#2. Staff #1 observed and smacked Child#1 on the arm for biting Child#2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Staff #1 fed daycare child daycare child#1 the bottle that belong to daycare#2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022

  6. Aug 10, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “Child#1 bit Child#2. Staff #1 observed and smacked Child#1 on the arm for biting Child#2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Staff #1 fed daycare child daycare child#1 the bottle that belong to daycare#2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022

  7. Oct 20, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “OBSERVED THE FILE FOR STAFF#1 WHICH IS MISSING THE CHILD ABUSE, STATE POLICE AND NSOR FROM THE STATE OF NEW YORK.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2021

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center

Is Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 6 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center care for?

130, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center'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 Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 635-5570 to ask.

What is Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center's phone number?

(215) 635-5570.

Where is Mary Bert Gutman Early Learning Center?

7500 West Ave, Elkins Park, PA 19027. The nearest other daycare we list is Cheder Chabad of Philadelphia, 0.2 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).