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1560 Old York Rd, Abington, PA
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Play and Learn Gerstadt
- licensed capacity
- 208
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Play and Learn Gerstadt
Play and Learn Gerstadt is a child care center in Abington, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 208 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 6:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:15 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 208 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:15 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:15 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:15 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:15 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:15 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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 | 208 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Play and Learn Gerstadt
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 208 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00255469
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 23, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Background checks 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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Mar 23, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“A Complaint Investigation was conducted on 03/23/2026, during the investigation on 03/13/2026, Staff Person #1 was observed on camera grabbing Child #1 by the arm and pulling Child #1 with force into the indoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2026
Mar 11, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 03/11/2026, The loose-fill surfacing under the embedded playground equipment is 6 inches deep and does not meet the requirements for protective surfacing.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2026
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 Renewal Inspection conducted on 03/11/2026, the most recent Health Assessment and Tuberculin skin test results on file for Staff Person #1, hired 02/12/2026, was dated 11/16/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 03/11/2026, the file for Staff Person #2 did not contain verification of the completion of 12 clock hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 03/11/2026, the most recent Health Assessment on file for Child #1 was dated 01/03/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026
Aug 14, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Inspection conducted on 08/14/2025, there were stained ceiling tiles in the Younger Toddler Classroom above the changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At the time of the Complaint Investigation conducted on 08/14/2025, the review of the video footage shows Staff Person #1 on their cell phone for five minutes, during which time adequate supervision was not being provided to the children in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
Aug 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Inspection conducted on 08/14/2025, there were stained ceiling tiles in the Younger Toddler Classroom above the changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At the time of the Complaint Investigation conducted on 08/14/2025, the review of the video footage shows Staff Person #1 on their cell phone for five minutes, during which time adequate supervision was not being provided to the children in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
Apr 3, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.123(a)/3270.123(b) Signed /Parent receives original
“As a result of the Complaint Investigation conducted on 04/03/2025, the updated agreement form on file for Child #1 was not signed by the parent. The provider could not verify that the parent was given the original agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2025
3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“As a result of the Complaint Investigation conducted on 04/03/2025, the file for Child #1 did not contain a copy of the initial written agreement between the parent and the operator. The provider could not verify that the parent received the original or subsequent agreement forms.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2025
Mar 20, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/20/2025, the files for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, Child #7, Child #8 and Child #9 did not contain verification that the family received information regarding the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/20/2025, the grate on the bottom of the refrigerator located in Classroom 13 was missing and there was dust, dirt and food remnants under the refrigerator.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/20/2025, the temperature of the water from the sink in the Infant Room reached a temperature of 112.8° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025
Dec 23, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of the Unannounced visit on 12/23/2024, During nap time Staff Person #2 was observed working alone supervising 8 children ages 2-3 years old and Staff Person #3 was observed working alone supervising 10 children ages 4-5 years old. The file for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not have verification of completion of the required10-Hours CCDBG Health and Safety Training prior to working alone with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 2, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the Unannounced visit on 12/23/2024, The file for Staff Person #1 contained a valid out of state ID for New Jersey, but did not contain out of state clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“At the time of the Unannounced visit on 12/23/2024, During nap time Staff Person #2 was observed working alone supervising 8 children ages 2-3 years old and Staff Person #3 was observed working alone supervising 10 children ages 4-5 years old. The file for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not have verification of completion of Emergency Plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“At the time of the Complaint Investigation on 12/23/2024, it was determined that Staff Person #1 did not check the diaper of Child #1 every 2 hours or when the child indicated discomfort by exhibiting behavior that suggested a soiled diaper resulting in rash to the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2024
Dec 23, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of the Unannounced visit on 12/23/2024, During nap time Staff Person #2 was observed working alone supervising 8 children ages 2-3 years old and Staff Person #3 was observed working alone supervising 10 children ages 4-5 years old. The file for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not have verification of completion of the required10-Hours CCDBG Health and Safety Training prior to working alone with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 2, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the Unannounced visit on 12/23/2024, The file for Staff Person #1 contained a valid out of state ID for New Jersey, but did not contain out of state clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“At the time of the Unannounced visit on 12/23/2024, During nap time Staff Person #2 was observed working alone supervising 8 children ages 2-3 years old and Staff Person #3 was observed working alone supervising 10 children ages 4-5 years old. The file for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not have verification of completion of Emergency Plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“At the time of the Complaint Investigation on 12/23/2024, it was determined that Staff Person #1 did not check the diaper of Child #1 every 2 hours or when the child indicated discomfort by exhibiting behavior that suggested a soiled diaper resulting in rash to the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2024
- Mar 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 16, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 6/16/23 at complaint investigation cert rep verified that a child cut his finger on adult scissors that were left in a bag on the ground. Cert rep verified through video that staff persons # 1, # 2, and # 3 were talking and not supervising the children at the time of this incident.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 6/16/23 at complaint investigation cert rep verified that a child cut his finger on adult scissors that were left in a bag on the ground. Cert rep verified through video that staff persons # 1, # 2, and # 3 were talking and not supervising the children at the time of this incident.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
Show 2 earlier visits
Mar 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.72(c) Good repair
“On 3/28/23 during Renewal Inspection Certification Representative noticed that a screen was broken.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2023
Mar 14, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“On March 14, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 1 emergency contact form was missing child's designated release person address.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2022
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“On March 14, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 2 agreement amount did not indicate the fee amount or frequency.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Play and Learn Gerstadt
Is Play and Learn Gerstadt licensed?
Yes. Play and Learn Gerstadt is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Play and Learn Gerstadt last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 23, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Play and Learn Gerstadt had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 8 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Play and Learn Gerstadt care for?
208, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Play and Learn Gerstadt accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Play and Learn Gerstadt's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Play and Learn Gerstadt cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 481-0108 to ask.
What is Play and Learn Gerstadt's phone number?
(215) 481-0108.
Where is Play and Learn Gerstadt?
1319 Old York Rd, Abington, PA 19001. The nearest other daycare we list is GPY Highland Elementary School, 0.4 miles away.