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Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College
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About Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College
Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College is a child care center in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 16 children.
It describes a Play-based approach, with preschool, special-needs / inclusion care and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
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- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 16 children
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Hours
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Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Preschool, special-needs / inclusion care and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based |
| More | Founded 1952 |
| Licensed capacity | 16 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 16 children
- License number
- #CER-00251067
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 29, 2025: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Background checks 3
- Safety and hazards 2
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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Dec 29, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the inspection on 1/8/26 the file record for child # 4 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the inspection on 1/8/26 the file for staff person #1 included a health assessment that was not acceptable (the health assessment did not include the suitably of providing direct child care and did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the inspection on 1/8/26 the file records for child #1 did not include an updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the inspection on 1/8/26 the file records for child #1 and 2 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete
“During the inspection on 1/8/26 the file record for child # 3 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2026
Oct 1, 2025Visit5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the inspection on 10/1/25 facility person #1 was observed interacting with children and their file did not include a disclosure statement and mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025
3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) Name, address, and phone/Age
“During the inspection on 10/1/2025 the file record for facility person #1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person and verification of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the inspection on 10/1/2025 the file records for facility person#1 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2025
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the inspection on 10/1/2025 the fire inspection report observed was dated 7/5/24 and no monthly testing was recorded.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the inspection on 10/1/25 facility person#1 was observed interacting with children and their file did not include a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2025
Dec 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“During the inspection on 01/16/25 the facility did not have current liability insurance on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025
Mar 1, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.192(2)(i) Age
“During the inspection on 3/1/24 the file record for staff person # 1 did not include verification of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the inspection on 3/1/2024 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the inspection on 3/1/24 the file record for staff person#1 did not include a NSOR. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the inspection on 3/1/2024 the file records for staff person#1 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024
Jan 17, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the first-aid kit in the classroom was missing tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a state police clearance. The file for staff person #2 did not include a state police clearance and included an unacceptable FBI clearance (Department of Education FBI clearance). Facility Person #1 and 3--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the inspection on 1/26/24 the file records for child # 1,2,3,4, and 5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the file records for staff person #2 and 3 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the file records for child #3 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the inspection on 1/26/2024 staff persons 1,2 and 3 were observed providing direct child care to 15 children, and staff persons #1, 2 and 3 were not assigned the responsibility of specific children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2004
3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete
“During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the file records for child # 2 and 3 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2024
Mar 2, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During renewal inspection on March 2, 2023, the emergency contact information of children #1, 2, and 3 did not include the addresses of the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During renewal inspection on March 2, 2023, the records of Staff #1, 2, 3 and 4 did not include documentation of completion of the Health and Safety update within the time frame specified by DHS and the facility did not have a Continuity of Operations plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“During renewal inspection on March 2, 2023, the health assessments of staff #1 and #2 did not include an examination for communicable disease and the results of that examination, or the Physician or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection on March 2, 2023, Certification Representative observed chipped paint in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
Apr 27, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON APRIL 27, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN THE FULL PA STATE POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE, AND CONTAINED AN FBI CLEARANCE CONDUCTED THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON APRIL 27, 2022, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION OF CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ADDRESS OF THE INDIVIDUAL DESIGNATED BY THE PARENT TO WHOM THE CHILD MAY BE RELEASED.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON APRIL 27, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #1, 2, AND 3 DID NOT CONTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON APRIL 27, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE TOPICS LISTED 3270.31(f).”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON APRIL 27, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #2 DID NOT CONTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF FIRE SAFETY TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College
Is Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College licensed?
Yes. Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 29, 2025, with 5 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College care for?
16, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (610) 526-7913 to confirm.
How much does Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 526-7913 to ask.
What is Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College's phone number?
(610) 526-7913.
Where is Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College?
1029 Wyndon Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010. The nearest other daycare we list is Let Them Play Learning Center, 0.4 miles away.