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The Educational Express Learning Ctr
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About The Educational Express Learning Ctr
The Educational Express Learning Ctr is a group home daycare in Brookhaven, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 12 children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Ask the daycare
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (484) 402-0182 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for The Educational Express Learning Ctr
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #CER-00253785
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 2, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 23 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Records and paperwork 5
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Background checks 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safe sleep 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 2, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 3/2/2026, the files for child #1 and child #2 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Forms did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2026
3280.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 3/2/2026, it was observed that the outdoor play space equipment were soiled and needed to be cleaned.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026
3280.124(c) Each child care space
“During the renewal inspection on 3/2/2026, it was observed that the emergency contact information was not present in the childcare space for 4 out of 4 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection on 3/2/2026, the files for child #1 and child #2 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the release person's name, address, and telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2026
Oct 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 10/2/2025, the file for staff #1 was viewed and the file contains a Mandated Reporter Training dated 9/30/20, a Child Abuse Clearance dated 7/14/20, and a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance dated 7/8/20 which is more than 60 months old (Hire date see code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2025
Jun 16, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3280.23(a) Immediate access
“On June 16, 2025, during the unannounced inspection, access to the facility was not provided. Per staff person #1 the facility has not been consistently open due to staffing issues.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3280.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were five children in the back kitchen space alone without supervision by a staff person. June 16, 2025, no access- unable to verify corrections”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3280.61(e) Halls, etc. not included
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were five children in the back kitchen space sitting at a table. June 16, 2025, no access- unable to verify corrections”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3280.52(c) Mixed age levels
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were eight children present in the front childcare space with staff person # 1, the youngest child in the space was a one-year-old child. There were five children in the back kitchen space alone without supervision by a staff person. There were thirteen children at the facility with staff person # 1. The youngest child was a one old child, child # 1. June 16, 2025, no access- unable to verify corrections”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3280.61(h) Measurement and use of indoor child care space
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were thirteen children at the facility with staff person # 1. June 16, 2025, no access- unable to verify corrections”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“On May 15, 2025, during the unannounced inspection, there was bleach, gain dish liquid, drain cleaner, spic and span cleaner and Avistat D spray disinfectant, on the sink in the kitchen area in accessible to the five children siting in the kitchen space. June 16, 2025, no access- unable to verify corrections”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
May 15, 2025Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“On May 15, 2025, during the unannounced inspection, there was bleach, gain dish liquid, drain cleaner, spic and span cleaner and Avistat D spray disinfectant, on the sink in the kitchen area in accessible to the five children siting in the kitchen space.”
3280.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were five children in the back kitchen space alone without supervision by a staff person.”
3280.52(c) Mixed age levels
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were eight children present in the front childcare space with staff person # 1, the youngest child in the space was a one-year-old child. There were five children in the back kitchen space alone without supervision by a staff person. There were thirteen children at the facility with staff person # 1. The youngest child was a one old child, child # 1.”
3280.61(e) Halls, etc. not included
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were five children in the back kitchen space sitting at a table.”
3280.61(h) Measurement and use of indoor child care space
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were thirteen children at the facility with staff person # 1.”
May 15, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“On May 15, 2025, during the unannounced inspection, there was bleach, gain dish liquid, drain cleaner, spic and span cleaner and Avistat D spray disinfectant, on the sink in the kitchen area in accessible to the five children siting in the kitchen space.”
3280.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were five children in the back kitchen space alone without supervision by a staff person.”
3280.52(c) Mixed age levels
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were eight children present in the front childcare space with staff person # 1, the youngest child in the space was a one-year-old child. There were five children in the back kitchen space alone without supervision by a staff person. There were thirteen children at the facility with staff person # 1. The youngest child was a one old child, child # 1.”
3280.61(e) Halls, etc. not included
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were five children in the back kitchen space sitting at a table.”
3280.61(h) Measurement and use of indoor child care space
“On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were thirteen children at the facility with staff person # 1.”
Mar 19, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“During an Allocated Unannounced Inspection on 3/19/2025, it was observed that Homeline Disinfectant Spray was on the changing table and Aquaphor and Desitin were in a basket below the changing table and the toxic substances were accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“During an Allocated Unannounced Inspection on 3/19/2025, it was observed that there were tree branches and leaves in the back yard and overturned play equipment that were a safety hazard for the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2025
3280.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During an Allocated Unannounced Inspection on 3/19/2025, it was observed that there was a child's play chair that was in front of the back door blocking the exit.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025
Aug 7, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3280.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 8/7/2024 Certification Representative observed that a children's loveseat cover was split open in at least three places.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2024
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 8/7/2024 Certification Representative viewed the files for child #1, and #2 and the emergency contact form did not have health insurance policies listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2024
3280.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection on 8/7/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for child #3 and there was no parent signature indicating that provider can perform minor first aid if needed.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2024
3280.105(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the renewal inspection on 8/7/2024 Certification Representative observed that two resting cots were not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2024
Aug 23, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative viewed the personnel file staff person #2. The file of facility person #2 (see LIS code Sheet for start date), does not contain a completed child abuse, DHS required FBI clearance, and NSOR verification. The file does not contain copies of request(s) for the clearances/verification, and the disclosure statement required for provisional hiring under the CPSL regulations.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative observed that there was toxics (lysol on counter in kitchen, and Clorox wipes and Febreeze in the dining room), and the toxics were accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative observed that there was paint chipping in the bathroom and it was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2023
3280.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023 certification representative observed that the outdoor toys and high chairs were soiled and not clean.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2023
3280.123(a)(6) Admission date
“During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative reviewed child file #s 1-5, and there was no admission date listed for the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3280.182(2) Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative reviewed child file #s 1-5, and there was no admission date listed for the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3280.171(a) Pick up and drop off points
“During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative observed that the operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2023
3280.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative observed that a swiffer mop was placed diagonally in front of the back door exit.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
- Oct 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Educational Express Learning Ctr
Is The Educational Express Learning Ctr licensed?
Yes. The Educational Express Learning Ctr is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Educational Express Learning Ctr last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 2, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Educational Express Learning Ctr had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 The Educational Express Learning Ctr care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does The Educational Express Learning Ctr accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Educational Express Learning Ctr's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (484) 402-0182 to confirm.
How much does The Educational Express Learning Ctr cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (484) 402-0182 to ask.
What is The Educational Express Learning Ctr's phone number?
(484) 402-0182.
Where is The Educational Express Learning Ctr?
Brookhaven, PA 19015. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.