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Primary Stepping Stones
- licensed capacity
- 21
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Primary Stepping Stones
Primary Stepping Stones is a child care center in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 21 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 21 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| 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 | 21 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Primary Stepping Stones has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Primary Stepping Stones
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 21 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00259285
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 6, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Supervision and ratios 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 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“At the time of the renewal inspection, the provider did not have proof of a current fire inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025
Apr 11, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“At the time of the complaint inspection, it was found that child #1 was restrained in a highchair during learning and play activities to keep the child from running around or getting injured.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2025
Jul 25, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At the time of the renewal inspection, the emergency contact information in the classrooms were not on the department's emergency contact form and did not include all information requested on the form.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2024
3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations
“At the time of the renewal inspection, the fire drill log did not include different hypothetical locations.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2024
Jul 11, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Child#1 did not complete the updated 6 months for the Emergency Contact and Financial Agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“On the day of visit child#1 and child#3 did not have a current influenza shot in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff#2 did not have proof of education in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2023
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“On the day of visit the rest equipment was not label.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff#1 listed as a Staff person (AGS) have a volunteer Child Care Clearance in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2023
Aug 25, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“ON THE DAY OF OBSERVING THE FILES STAFF#3 DID NOT HAVE AN CURRENT FBI CLEARANCE IN THE FILE. STAFF#7 DID NOT HAVE THE CORRECT FBI CLEARANCE IN THE FILE.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3280.26(c) Training regarding plan
“ON THE DAY OF OBSERVING THE FILES STAFF#1, STAFF#2, STAFF#3, STAFF#4, STAFF#5 STAFF#6 AND STAFF#7 DID NOT HAVE A CURRENT EMEREGENCY PLAN TRAINING IN THE FILES.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3280.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“ON THE DAY OF VISIT THE FIRE EXIT WAS BLOCKED BY TOYS AND A PLAY PEN.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022
3280.31(f) Age and training
“ON THE DAY OF OBSERVING THE FILES STAFF#2 AND STAFF#5 DID NOT HAVE COMPLETED HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING WITHIN 90 DAYS.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3280.192(5) Two written references
“ON THE DAY OF OBSERVING THE FILES STAFF#1, AND STAFF#5 DID NOT HAVE 2 NONFAMILY REFERENCE IN THE FILES. STAFF#2 ONLY HAVE 1 NONFAMILY REFERENCE IN THE FILE.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3280.31(e) Age and training
“ON THE DAY OF VISIT STAFF#1 ONLY HAVE 5.5 HOURS OF ANNUAL CHILD CRE TRAINING IN THE FILE.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
3280.151(c)(2)/3280.192(3) Mantoux TB /Health assessment, TB test
“ON THE DAY OF OBSERVING THE FILES STAFF#4 DID NOT HAVE A CURRENT T.B. TEST IN THE FILES.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“ON THE DAY OF VISIT THE PORTABLE SINK IN THE TODDLER ROOM WAS FILLED WITH DIRTY WATER.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2022
Oct 20, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“OBSERVED THE FILES FOR STAFF#1 HIRE 8/5/21 FBI CLEARANCE DATED 11/24/20 IS MISSING THE RAP SHEET. THE STATE POLICE CLEARANCE ONLY HAVE THE REQUEST ONLY IN THE FILE.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Primary Stepping Stones
Is Primary Stepping Stones licensed?
Yes. Primary Stepping Stones is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Primary Stepping Stones last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 6, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Primary Stepping Stones had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Primary Stepping Stones care for?
21, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Primary Stepping Stones accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Primary Stepping Stones' 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 Primary Stepping Stones cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 710-8933 to ask.
What is Primary Stepping Stones' phone number?
(215) 710-8933.
Where is Primary Stepping Stones?
924 Township Line Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027. The nearest other daycare we list is Beth Sholom Preschool, 0.5 miles away.