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580 Rosedale Rd, Kennett Square, PA
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Willowdale Children's Academy
- licensed capacity
- 80
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Willowdale Children's Academy
Willowdale Children's Academy is a child care center in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 80 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 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 80 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
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 80 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Willowdale Children's Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Willowdale Children's Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 80 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257570
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 28, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Background checks 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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May 28, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.61(f) No business simultaneous use
“On May 28, 2026, during the renewal inspection, classroom #7 was not being utilized as childcare space. The space was being utilized as a staff lounge.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“On May 28, 2026, during the renewal inspection there were no handwashing signs with the written requirements, (a facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating) over the sink and over the changing table in classroom #1.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
May 20, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, a sink located in the young toddler room did not contain a stepstool/platform to enable children to easily access the sink.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2025
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, an art easel was observed obstructing the exit door located in the PK classroom. Highchairs were observed blocking the exit door located in the infant room. Table and chairs were observed obstructing the exit door located in the older toddler room during rest time.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, rust and peeling paint was observed on the bottom of the door frame located on the PS outdoor play space. Additionally, damaged plaster and peeling paint was observed on the wall located in the empty classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, Staff #2 health assessment did not include the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide childcare.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, three infants were observed in cribs positioned behind a separating wall in the middle of room. Staff #1 and Staff #3 were observed on the other side of the wall, preventing them from properly supervising the sleeping infants.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, diaper cream was observed accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet under the diapering station and under an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, an infant was observed being fed while sitting in a highchair. The infant was not strapped/buckled in the highchair in order to ensure the safety of the infant.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain a complete PA Criminal Clearance as required by CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025
Jul 1, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During renewal inspection on July 1, 2024, certification representative observed stained ceiling tiles in the gym, tigers, twos, turtles and preschool rooms, and molding in need of repair in the hallway and turtle rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection on July 1, 2024, certification representative observed chipped paint in the gym, infant room, preK 1, and turtles rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2024
Jul 21, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the file for staff #3 is missing GA clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no documentation to show that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2023
Jul 26, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.27(a)(2)/3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan/Emergency plan
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY FILES AND THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE INFORMATION ON HOW STAFF ARE TO RESPOND IN THE EVENT OF A LOCK DOWN, SHELTER IN PLACE, EVACUATION AND DID NOT INCLUDE ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2022
3270.31(g) Professional development certificate
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES OF STAFF #1,STAFF #2,STAFF #3,STAFF #4 AND STAFF #5 DID NOT INCLUDE THE 10 HR HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2022
3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY FILES AND THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT PROVIDE A METHOD FOR PARENTS TO BE NOTIFIED THAT AN EMERGENCY HAS ENDED AND TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION AS TO HOW PARENTS CAN SAFELY BE REUNITED WITH THEIR CHILDREN.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #1 IS MISSING GA CLEARANCES,STAFF #2 IS MISSING CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE AND STAFF #2, STAFF #3 AND STAFF #4 ARE MISSING MANDATED REPORTER TRAININGS.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Willowdale Children's Academy
Is Willowdale Children's Academy licensed?
Yes. Willowdale Children's Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Willowdale Children's Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 28, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Willowdale Children's Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Willowdale Children's Academy care for?
80, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Willowdale Children's Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Willowdale Children's Academy'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 Willowdale Children's Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (484) 732-7117 to ask.
What is Willowdale Children's Academy's phone number?
(484) 732-7117.
Where is Willowdale Children's Academy?
400 Riverbirch Cir, Kennett Square, PA 19348. The nearest other daycare we list is Kennett YMCA at Unionville Elementary, 1.6 miles away.