Kindercare Learning Center 000616
9 Pheasant Run, Newtown, PA
5.0· 37 reviews
Newtown Discovery Center
- licensed capacity
- 288
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Newtown Discovery Center
Newtown Discovery Center is a child care center in Newtown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 288 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 288 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 288 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Newtown Discovery Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 288 children
- License number
- #CER-00249928
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 13, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 2 of 8 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Transportation 1
- 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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Aug 13, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 7-24-26 The child was dropped face down on a mat, forcefully pushed his head into a pillow, pulled him by his ankles, and finished dressing him in an aggressive manner. As a result of the incident the child had scratches on his neck and arms.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2026
- Dec 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 21, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“On 2-21-2025 during the renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that children #3 and #4 file was missing consent for transportation. All children need consent for transportation in the event of an emergency and Transporation is needed.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“On 2-21-2025 during the renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 files were missing a description for extra services on the agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“On 2-21-2025 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child #4 admission date was missing from child's agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“On 2-21-2025 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child #5 emergency contact form was missing an address for designated release person.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
- Oct 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 15, 2022Inspection11 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person # 2 was lacking in the required FBI clearance, The record of staff person #3 was lacking in the required state police clearance and mandated reporter training,”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2022
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of the inspection the record of child #2 was lacking in a current valid health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
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
“At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 was lacking in the consents required prior to admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2022
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #2 had a health assessment lacking in the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #4 and #5 were lacking current valid health assessments.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.33(a)/3270.192(5) Each staff person meets quals/Two written references
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 only included one of the required letters of reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children
“At the time of the inspection staff member #6 was observed leaving the infant room leaving staff person #7 in the room to care for a total of 11 infants. When asked about primary care groups staff person #7 reported that they were not using that system at that time.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“At the time of the inspection the flamingo room had plaster on the wall which had not been sanded, which was easily peeled and flaking off the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“At the time of the inspection the hummingbird and infant rooms both had unlidded waste receptacles”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“At the time of the inspection the refrigerator in the Parrots room was lacking a operating thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At the time of the inspection the record of child #2 was lacking in health insurance coverage and policy number information.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
Dec 27, 2021Inspection6 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the physical site review the following CPSL violations were observed; Lack of an FBI clearance: Staff person's # 1, #3, #9, #10 Lack of PA state police clearance: Staff Person #2, #5, Lack of Child Abuse Clearance: #4 Lack of National Sex Offender Clearance: Staff person #5 Lack of Mandated Reporter Training: #5, #8, #9”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of the inspection the record's of the following staff were lacking in qualifications for the position they were identified to have been performing at the facility. Staff persons #5 and #6 were lacking Proof of education Staff persons #6, #7, #10 and #11 were lacking in the verification of child care experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“At the time of the inspection staff person #1 was observed providing care on their own and unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of the inspection the following staff persons did not have current valid health assessments in their staff records. #5, #8, #9,”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #7 was lacking in the two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #11 had no written documentation of the emergency plan training during the onboarding process.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Newtown Discovery Center
Is Newtown Discovery Center licensed?
Yes. Newtown Discovery Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Newtown Discovery Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 13, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Newtown Discovery Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Newtown Discovery Center care for?
288, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Newtown Discovery Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Newtown Discovery 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 Newtown Discovery Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 753-6040 to ask.
What is Newtown Discovery Center's phone number?
(267) 753-6040.
Where is Newtown Discovery Center?
27 Blacksmith Rd, Newtown, PA 18940. The nearest other daycare we list is Kindercare Learning Center 000616, 0.3 miles away.