The Malvern School
475 Norristown Rd, Blue Bell, PA
4.7· 38 reviews
Play & Learn Blue Bell
- licensed capacity
- 94
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Play & Learn Blue Bell
Play & Learn Blue Bell is a child care center in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 94 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 3 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 94 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 | 94 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Play & Learn Blue Bell
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 94 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00254560
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 5, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 20 rules in all · 20 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Background checks 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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 5, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 contained an international diploma or degree but did not include the required credential evaluation document reflecting the educational equivalency of the international education to the U.S. Department of Education standards”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of inspection, a missing ceiling tile was observed in one year old classroom. Also, a damaged wall with broken plaster observed in a corner of the preschool classroom. The white floor tiles in the restroom of the PreK counts classroom were discolored with a dark gray stain which looked unclean. Also, in the PreK Counts classroom; the paint trim around the window was observed peeling.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for children #1, #2, and #3 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact forms for children #2, #3 and #4 were missing the addresses of the release persons”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“At the time of inspection, the medication observed for child #5 did not have the original container with the prescription label identifying the name of the medication and the name of whom the medication is intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 contained a PA child Abuse clearance indicated a pending status. The file for staff member #2 contained the wrong FBI clearance, it was completed under the Department of Justice, instead of the Department of Human Services.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.163(a)(2) Protein
“At the time of the inspection, the lunch observed being served to the children toddler age or older did not include at least one protein.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“At the time of inspection, the financial agreement form for child #4's was not signed by the child's parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
3270.133(7) Medication log
“At the time of inspection, the facility did not have a completed medication log for child #5's prescription medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
Mar 6, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1 did not contain written signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“At time of inspection, the provider didn't have written documentation verifying initial emergency plan training for staff members #1, staff member #2 and staff member #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of inspection, damaged paint and unclean surfaces were observed in the bathroom located between the two-year-old and three-year-old classrooms. Damaged paint was observed on the wall near the classroom door in the three-year-old classroom. Also, peeling paint was observed on the inside surface of the facility's front door.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“At the time of inspection, in the outdoor play space a wood climber in the shape of a ship was observed with damaged peeling paint and rough surfaces. Also, observed in the outdoor play space was a wooden stump in the ground which was a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“At the time of inspection, the facility did not have verification of providing the parent of child #1 with a Child Service Report within the last six months indicating the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“At the time of inspection, the TB results observed in the file for staff member #1 was dated more than 12 months prior to the person's initial hire date.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025
Feb 15, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of inspection, the staff data provided indicated staff member #2 didn't have a valid health assessment. The staff data provided indicated staff member #2 had a TB test completed 10/26/21 but there was not a date for an initial or updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of inspection, the health assessment observed for child #1, D.O.B 9/11/22 was dated 1/5/23 which is more than 24 months old. The health assessment observed for child #2, D.O.B 8/17/21 was dated 10/25/21 which is more than 24 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of inspection, dust was observed on the ceiling fan in the one-year-old classroom. Also the rug in the one-year-old classroom was stained.”
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
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 hired as assistant group supervisors did not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and two years of verified experience working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 did not contain two written nonfamily reference letters from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024
Jan 10, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.133(1)/3270.133(2) Original container/Written instructions
“During the renewal inspection on 1/10/2023 medication for child #1 was observed at the facility and was not in the original container.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection on 1/10/2023 staff person # 2 did not have verification of the health and safety training Get Started in Center Based Care Building Blocks for Quality training on file. Staff person #1 did not have pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 1/10/2023 staff person #2 did not have an NSOR clearance on file and staff person #3 did not have an NSOR Clearance or FBI Clearance on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 1/10/2023 ceiling tiles with water damage were observed in room 110. Bolts with missing thread covers were observed on the fence in areas accessible to the children in the preschool playground. A child's play table with frozen leaves and debris was observed on the preschool playground”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“During the renewal inspection on 1/10/2023 the health assessment on file for child #2 was expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
Feb 25, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 2/25/2022 cubbie /shelf units with a narrow base and tipping hazard were observed at the facility in the preschool, toddler and infant classrooms and shared hallway area - the units were not secured/mounted to the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2022
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 2/25/2022 Two toilets in the children's bathroom had exposed bolts were mounted to the floor (the caps were missing)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2022
3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(5) Amount of fee/Designated release persons
“During the renewal inspection the agreement for child#1 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week and the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Play & Learn Blue Bell
Is Play & Learn Blue Bell licensed?
Yes. Play & Learn Blue Bell is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Play & Learn Blue Bell last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 5, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Play & Learn Blue Bell had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 20 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 & Learn Blue Bell care for?
94, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Play & Learn Blue Bell accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Play & Learn Blue Bell's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Play & Learn Blue Bell cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 646-4428 to ask.
What is Play & Learn Blue Bell's phone number?
(215) 646-4428.
Where is Play & Learn Blue Bell?
6024 Butler Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422. The nearest other daycare we list is Whitemarsh Montessori Day Care, under 0.1 miles away.