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North Wales Academy
- licensed capacity
- 101
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About North Wales Academy
North Wales Academy is a child care center in Wyncote, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 101 children, serving school-age 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 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 101 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
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 101 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for North Wales Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 101 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00258855
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 9 visits · 20 rules in all · 19 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 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 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 25, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“On 11/25/25, at time of inspection, a fire drill has not been conducted at the facility in the past 60 days. The last fire drill was conducted on 7/10/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 11/25/25, at time of inspection, the facility's fire detection system was not tested in the past 30 days as required by Panic & Fire Act 62.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025
3270.19(b) Child abuse reporting
“On 11/25/25, at time of inspection, facility persons #1 and #2 acknowledged that on 11/20/25, an allegation was made claiming that facility person #3 hit/pinched Child #1. The allegation was not reported to Childline in accordance with CPSL requirements.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
Nov 25, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“On 11/25/25, at time of inspection, a fire drill has not been conducted at the facility in the past 60 days. The last fire drill was conducted on 7/10/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 11/25/25, at time of inspection, the facility's fire detection system was not tested in the past 30 days as required by Panic & Fire Act 62.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025
3270.19(b) Child abuse reporting
“On 11/25/25, at time of inspection, facility persons #1 and #2 acknowledged that on 11/20/25, an allegation was made claiming that facility person #3 hit/pinched Child #1. The allegation was not reported to Childline in accordance with CPSL requirements.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
- Jul 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 8, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 11/8/24, during unannounced inspection, facility person #1 file did not contain 2 letters of reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 11/8/24, at time of unannounced inspection, facility person #1 file did not contain a completed Child Abuse Clearance and a signed Disclosure Statement as required by CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
Aug 2, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.66(b) Original container
“The spray bottles containing bleach and water located in the older toddler room and the school age room were not labeled with the contents inside.”
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff #1 file did not contain an updated child abuse clearance. The child abuse clearance on file was dated 2/22/19.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator located in the kitchen did not contain a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2024
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“The emergency contact information belonging to Child #1 was not present in the Older Toddler Room where Child #1 was receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2024
Apr 18, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“On 4/18/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 was observed assisting three children with soiled pull ups in the boy's bathroom. Staff #1 used one pair of gloves for all diaper changes. Staff #1 did not wash own hands after changing each child's pull up prior to assisting another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2024
3270.82(i)/3270.135(a)(3) Lidded waste receptacles/Disposable diapers
“On 4/18/24, at time of unannounced inspection, a soiled pull up was observed on the floor of the boy's bathroom. Staff #1 did not know there was a soiled pull up on the floor while sending other children into the bathroom stall. Additionally, the boy's bathroom located outside the PK classroom did not contain a lidded waste receptacle. Children were observed carrying their own wet pull ups from the boy's bathroom to be discarded in the lidded waste receptacle outside the girl's bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 4/18/24, at time of inspection, children were observed unsupervised in the boy's bathroom and at the sink in the hallway outside the bathroom. Staff #1 was observed at the door of the PK classroom with their back away from the children, and at times a few feet from the doorway. Staff #1 was unable to properly supervise children in the bathroom and hall area. During this time, children were also observed in the bathroom changing their own wet pull up and leaving it on the floor. At one moment, while Staff #1 was not directly supervising the children, a child was observed leaving the group and walking partially down the hallway (certification representative directed the child back to the group).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
Mar 21, 2024Complaint investigation8 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain an initial health assessment, including results of tuberculosis testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2024
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #3 and #4 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #2 and Staff #4 files did not contain two letters of written references.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #2 was observed working in the OT classroom. Staff #2 file did not contain verification of education to determine their qualifications for the childcare position performing at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 file did not contain documentation of training in the facility's emergency plan at time of initial hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, children in the OT classroom did not wash their hands prior to eating lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024
3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed out of ratio with 11 children. The youngest children were one-year olds.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #3 acknowledged the use of harsh language and elevated voice when addressing young toddlers. On 3/8/24, Staff #3 was observed stating, "I will knock you back in your seat" when addressing a young toddler.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
Mar 21, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain an initial health assessment, including results of tuberculosis testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2024
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #3 and #4 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #2 and Staff #4 files did not contain two letters of written references.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #2 was observed working in the OT classroom. Staff #2 file did not contain verification of education to determine their qualifications for the childcare position performing at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 file did not contain documentation of training in the facility's emergency plan at time of initial hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, children in the OT classroom did not wash their hands prior to eating lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024
3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed out of ratio with 11 children. The youngest children were one-year olds.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“On 3/21/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #3 acknowledged the use of harsh language and elevated voice when addressing young toddlers. On 3/8/24, Staff #3 was observed stating, "I will knock you back in your seat" when addressing a young toddler.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
Aug 16, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.131(a)/3270.131(b)(2) Health information/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“On 8/16/23, at time of inspection, Child #1 has been enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days. Child #1 file did not contain an initial health report, including immunization records. Child #2 file did not contain an updated health report. (The last health report was dated 7/27/22)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2023
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
“On 8/16/23, at time of inspection, Child #1 emergency contact information did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care and the administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2023
3270.67(a)/3270.76 Trash removed once a day/Building Surfaces
“On 8/16/23, at time of inspection, discarded food wrappers and trash was observed inside facility's van used to transport children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2023
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Jun 13, 2023Complaint investigation9 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“On 6/13/23, at the time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 file did not contain training in the facility's emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 6/13/23, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 files did not contain two written letters of reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 6/13/23, Staff #1 file did not contain verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2023
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“On 6/13/23, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1's health report on file dated 11/7/22 did not contain the physician's assessment of Staff #1 suitability to provide childcare.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“On 6/13/23, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #3 file did not contain results of tuberculosis testing dated within 12 months of initial service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e) Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record
“On 6/14/23, at time of unannounced inspection, Child #1, #2 and #3 have been enrolled at the facility more than 60 days. Child #1, #2 and #3 immunization records did not contain annual influenza vaccine recommended by ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises
“On 6/13/23, at approximately 8:15am, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed out of ratio with 11 children (1 Infant, 5 YT, 5 OT) in the Young Toddler Room. Additionally, on 6/14/23, at approximately 3:20pm, Staff #2 and Staff #4 were observed out of ratio with 14 children (1 Infant, 6 OT and 7 YT) in the Young Toddler Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 6/13/23, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain results of Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Clearance as required by CPSL. Staff #1 file did not contain copy of request made for Child Abuse and FBI Clearances required by CPSL. Staff #2 is a provisional hire. Staff #2 file did not contain results of FBI clearance. At the time of inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed working in the Young Toddler room unsupervised by a permanent staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On 6/13/23, Staff person #1 and Staff #2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #-1 and Staff #2 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health & Safety Training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
Aug 30, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“On 8/30/22, individual rest equipment was not observed in the PS classroom. Children were observed sleeping on rest mats that were not assigned to them.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2022
3270.131(a)(3)/3270.131(b)(2) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“On 8/30/22, Child #1 file did not contain an initial health report (immunization record was on file). Child #2 file did not contain an updated health report. The last health report on file was dated 12/1/17.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2022
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“On 8/30/22, certification representative observed a bottle in the infant room that did not contain the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 8/30/22, Staff #1 file did not contain Out of State Clearances (Maryland) as required by CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2022
Jun 1, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“On 6/1/22, during complaint investigation, Staff #1 stated that Child #1 was scratched on the neck by another child (exact date unknown). Staff #1 reported it to Staff #2 but an incident report was not completed by the facility. A week later (exact date unknown), Staff #3 stated Child #1 ran into the classroom door frame while returning to the classroom after diapering in the bathroom. Staff #1 reported the injury to Staff #2. Staff #2 notified Child #1 parent by phone, however, an incident report was not completed by the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about North Wales Academy
Is North Wales Academy licensed?
Yes. North Wales Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was North Wales Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has North Wales Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 7 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 North Wales Academy care for?
101, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does North Wales Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are North Wales Academy'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 North Wales Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 885-3900 to ask.
What is North Wales Academy's phone number?
(215) 885-3900.
Where is North Wales Academy?
1000 Easton Rd Suite 104, Wyncote, PA 19095. The nearest other daycare we list is Heavens Angels, 0.2 miles away.