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Son Shine Day Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 60
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Son Shine Day Care Center
Son Shine Day Care Center is a child care center in Wyncote, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 60 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with full-time care and part-time care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Faith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Children between the ages of 12 months and 5 years old
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 60 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 | Children between the ages of 12 months and 5 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care and part-time care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christ-centered, closely affiliated with Calvary Church) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Son Shine Day Care Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Son Shine Day Care Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 60 children
- License number
- #CER-00248339
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 23, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Apr 23, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) Every 60 days/Written record
“On 4/23/26, at time of inspection, no evidence was on file indicating fire drills are conducted at least every 60 days. The last fire drill was dated 10/25/26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.124(c)/3270.181(c) Each child care space/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“On 4/23/26, emergency contact information located in the childcare spaces where children were receiving care was not updated at least once in a 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 4/23/26, no evidence was on file indicting the facility's fire alarms are tested at least every 30 days as required by Panic & Fire Act 62. The last fire alarm test was dated 11/7/25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
Nov 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 11/12/25, at time of renewal, Staff #1 file did not contain out of state child abuse clearance as required by CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
Nov 7, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“On 11/7/24, at time of renewal, Child #1, #2 and #3 have been enrolled at the facility for more than 12 months. Child #1, #2 and #3 file did not contain a child service report at least every 6 months as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 11/7/24, at time of renewal, Staff #1 file did not contain verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 11/7/24, at time of renewal, Staff #2 file did not contain 2 written letters of reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 11/7/24, at time of renewal, the facility has not tested fire detection system at least once every 30 days. The last test was dated 8/26/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
Nov 17, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 11/14/23 at approximately 5:20pm, while in the indoor gross motor room, Child #1 was "being physical" with another child over a tricycle. Staff #1 witnessed Staff #2 approach the children and "slap" Child #1 on the back.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
Nov 9, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“On 11/9/23, at time of renewal, Staff #2 file did not contain the one-hour Health & Safety Update training as required by OCDEL.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.124(f)/3270.181(e) Updated every 6 months/Emergency master file updated
“On 11/9/23, at time of renewal, emergency contact information located in the childcare spaces where children were receiving care were not updated at least once in a six month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“On 11/9/23, at time of renewal. Staff #1 file did not contain an initial health assessment including results of tuberculosis testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2023
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 11/9/23, at time of renewal, Staff #1 file did not contain verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
Nov 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 11/18/22, during renewal inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain an FBI clearance. The FBI clearance on file was obtained from a department other than DHS.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“On 11/18/22, during renewal inspection, a Shaken Baby/Brain Injury/Maltreatment policy was not on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2022
Nov 12, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
3270.133(6) Written consent
“On 11/12/21, during renewal inspection, Benadryl labeled for Child #1 was observed in the medicine cabinet. A medicine log was not on file for the possible administration of the Benadryl.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2021
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 11/12/21, during renewal inspection, an updated PA Criminal Clearance was not observed in the file belonging to Staff #1 (clearance on file was dated 6/9/16). An updated FBI clearance was not observed in the file belonging to Staff #2 (fbi clearance on file was dated 12/2/15).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 11/12/21, during renewal inspection, three torn climbing play mats were observed accessible to children in the young toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2021
3270.133(1)/3270.133(2) Original container/Written instructions
“On 11/12/21, during renewal inspection, two EpiPens in a zip lock bag belonging to Child #1 was observed in the locked medicine cabinet located in PK room. The EpiPen was not in an original container. Written instructions were not observed from the individual who prescribed the medicine.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Son Shine Day Care Center
Is Son Shine Day Care Center licensed?
Yes. Son Shine Day Care Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Son Shine Day Care Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 23, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Son Shine Day Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Son Shine Day Care Center care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Son Shine Day Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Son Shine Day Care Center's 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 Son Shine Day Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 886-9478 to ask.
What is Son Shine Day Care Center's phone number?
(215) 886-9478.
Where is Son Shine Day Care Center?
7910 Washington Ln, Wyncote, PA 19095. The nearest other daycare we list is Right at School at Wyncote Elementary, 0.7 miles away.