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Smart from the Start A
- licensed capacity
- 59
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Smart from the Start A
Smart from the Start A is a child care center in Chester Heights, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 59 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 59 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
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 59 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Smart from the Start A
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 59 children
- License number
- #CER-00247062
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 20, 2025: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 10
- Safety and hazards 5
- Background checks 3
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Aug 20, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Two staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1- 8/5/24 hired 2/6/18- FBI unacceptable as completed via PDE -requires FBI via DHS and no mandated reported training) (#2- hired 1/15/25- no mandated reporter training)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Two staff person's records did not contain written verification of emergency plan training at the time of initial employment. (#4 and #5).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“One staff person's record did not contain verification of completed CCDBG training within 90 days of hire. (#1)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“There was no written record verifying that emergency drills were being conducted annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Several children's records did not contain a child service report that had been completed within the past 6 months. (#1, #2, and #3)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“One facility person's record/s did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.(#1)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
Nov 5, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“One staff person's record did not contain sufficient written verification of education for their assistant group supervisor position. (#5)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“Emergency contact in other children's records were not being done every 6 months. (#1, #2 and #3).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“One child's record did not contain a health report completed within the past 12 months as required for children older toddler age to preschool age. (#2)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Infant bottles observed in the infant room was not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“There was no documentation indicating that the operator sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“Two staff person's records did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training. (#1 and #2)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Several staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#5-hired 3/26/24- no proof of request for NSOR and NSOR not completed within 45 days-completed 8/14/24)(#6- hired 5/13/24- no completed State Police, FBI, CHILD ABUSE, NSOR and no signed DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)(#7- HIRED 10/15/24-no proof of request for NSOR and no completed NSOR) (#8- completed FBI and NSOR not on file) (#9- hired 11/18/24- no proof of request for STATE POLICE, no proof of request for NSOR, no signed DISCLOSURE STATEMENT)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's written policies on shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan did not include a statement about the continuity of operations emergency preparedness and response planning as outlined in 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii), including the [name] Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
Dec 26, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan did not provide for shelter of children during an emergency including lock down procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The letter given to parents regarding the emergency plan did not explain the emergency procedures as required in 3270.27 subsection a.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“One facility person's record/s did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. (#7)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Two staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#4-hired 8/14/23-no proof of STATE POLICE and CHILD ABUSE) (#7-hired 8/21/23)- STATE POLICE -a volunteer clearance and not acceptable; FBI -unacceptable format; no NSOR).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Two staff person's record did not contain verification of completed CCDBG training within 90 days of hire. (#4,#5, and #8)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Several staff persons records did not contain verification of completed required CCDBG training (Pa Update) ( #1, #2, #3, and #6). Staff person cannot work unsupervised with children until the PA Update has been completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2024
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2024
- Oct 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Smart from the Start A
Is Smart from the Start A licensed?
Yes. Smart from the Start A is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Smart from the Start A last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 20, 2025, with 6 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Smart from the Start A had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Smart from the Start A care for?
59, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Smart from the Start A accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Smart from the Start A's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Smart from the Start A cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (484) 841-6340 to ask.
What is Smart from the Start A's phone number?
(484) 841-6340.
Where is Smart from the Start A?
221 Llewllyn Rd, Chester Heights, PA 19017. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Experience Glen Mills, 1.2 miles away.