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Upper Darby, PA 19082 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
4.9· 19 reviews
Tia the Journey
- licensed capacity
- 150
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Tia the Journey
Tia the Journey is a child care center in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 150 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 7 PMBilingual program
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 150 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 13 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (multiple languages) |
| Enrichment | Music programs, class field trips, yoga |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Supports potty-training process with structured, positive and encouraging approach |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | ELRC/Subsidy |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation for school-age children) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Licensed capacity | 150 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Tia the Journey has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Tia the Journey
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 150 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00251280
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 18, 2025: 11 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 21 rules in all · 20 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Background checks 2
- Other rules 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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Dec 18, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the renewal inspection on 12/18/25 child #1 was observed unsupervised outside the classroom with an outside provider.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 12/18/25 chipping paint was observed throughout the facility. Damaged ceiling tiles in infant room needs to be replaced.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the renewal inspection on 12/18/25 staff person #1 was observed with (7) children with the youngest child being 1yo.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the renewal inspection on 12/18/25 the file reviewed for staff person #7 and staff person #8 did not contain required mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection on 12/18/25 the file reviewed for staff person #3, staff person #5, staff person #6, Staff person #7, staff person #8, staff person #9, staff person #10, staff person #11, and staff person #12 contained online pediatric first aid/CPR certification and is not PQAS approved.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection on 1218/25 the file reviewed for staff person #4, staff person #5, and staff person #6 did not contain required Health & Safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
3270.61(f) No business simultaneous use
“During the renewal inspection on 12/18/25 upstairs childcare space was observed being utilized as storage.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 12/18/25 the first aid kit located in the infant room did not contain soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.71 Heat Source
“During the renewal inspection on 12/18/25 hot water in upstairs children's bathrooms exceeded 110° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection on 12/18/25 disinfectant was observed in unlocked cabinet in the upstairs boy's bathroom. Liquid refresher was observed at the bottom of the steps leading to 2yo classroom. Aquaphor was observed sitting on counter in 4yo classroom. All items were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.24(a) Immediate access
“During the renewal inspection on 12/18/25 the department did not gain immediate access to the facility. CR arrived approximately 9:33am and did not gain access until approximately 9:37am.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
Apr 1, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the unannounced monitoring on 04/01/25 staff person #2 was observed caring for (6) infants alone.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the unannounced monitoring on 04/01/25 missing electrical outlet covers were observed throughout the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the unannounced monitoring on 04/01/25 staff person #1 left (5) young toddlers in the classroom unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the unannounced monitoring on 04/01/25 staff person #3 hired (see code sheet) did not have a NSOR certificate, FBI clearance, criminal clearance or a child abuse clearance. Furthermore, staff person #3 was observed working unsupervised with (8) children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2025
Dec 17, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain acceptable verification of education.”
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24 there was a missing receptacle cover observed in infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24 the health assessment reviewed for child #1 was expired. Health assessment was dated 12/15/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2024
Dec 7, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection on 12/07/23 the file reviewed for staff person #3 did not contain emergency plan at time of initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 12/07/23 the first aid kit in the Two's classroom was missing tweezers and soap, the first aid kit in the kindergarten classroom was missing tweezers and gloves, the first aid kit in the PreK room was missing tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 12/07/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #5, staff person #6 and staff person #7 did not contain health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
Feb 22, 2023Inspection2 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-FBI was more than 60 months- no updated FBI on file; mandated reporter training was more than 60 months old when updated) (#2- mandated reporter training was more than 60 months old when updated)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“One staff person's record did not contain a health assessment completed within 12 months prior to the date of hire. (#3)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
- Nov 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 11, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.133(7)(iv) Amount to administer
“Prescription medication was administered to child #1 from 6/22/21-6/25/21 and the medication log did not list the amount of the medication administered.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Tia the Journey
Is Tia the Journey licensed?
Yes. Tia the Journey is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Tia the Journey last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 18, 2025, with 11 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Tia the Journey had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 4 of 4 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 Tia the Journey care for?
150, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Tia the Journey accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Tia the Journey's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Tia the Journey cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 352-4774 to ask.
What is Tia the Journey's phone number?
(610) 352-4774.
Where is Tia the Journey?
6908 Market St, Upper Darby, PA 19082. The nearest other daycare we list is Growing Together Learning Center, under 0.1 miles away.