Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra
Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra is a certified child care center in Drexel Hill, PA, with capacity for 56 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 17 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (4 of 17). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #14 of 20 centers in Drexel Hill and has fewer citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During renewal inspection on December 11, 2025, certification representative observed damaged areas of the ceiling in need of repair in the PreK 3 room.
During renewal inspection on December 11, 2025, certification representative observed areas of chipped paint in the Toddler room.
During renewal inspection on December 11, 2025, the record of child #1 did not contain a health assessment within 12 months of the previous health assessment.
During renewal inspection on December 11, 2025, the health assessment of child #2 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease, or a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
During renewal inspection on December 11, 2025, the facility emergency plan did not provide for accommodations of toddlers, children with disabilities or children with chronic medical conditions.
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed 13 older toddlers with one teacher and 14 preschool children with one teacher.
The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a request for out of State clearance history information as required under the CPSL.
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed 14 older toddlers with one teacher and 16 preschool children with one teacher. Continuous non-compliance.
At the time of inspection, the facility's plan did not include continuity of operations planning as required under pertinent laws and regulations.
At the time of inspection, staff person # 1 did not have verification of a valid health assessment.
At the time of inspection, staff person #2,3,4,5 and 6 did not have verification of annual firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional.
During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22, the file for staff person #1 hired 11/01/22 did not contain out of state clearances.
During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22 there was missing outlet observed in 4yo classroom.
During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22 there was a fragrance plug observed behind the rocking chair in the 4yo classroom.
During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 was missing health insurance policy number.
During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22, the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain verification of education.
During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22 provider was unable to furnish certificate of occupancy.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $48.20 | $40.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $52.66 | $52.66 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Jan 25, 2024 (staff ratios): “At the time of inspection, certification representative observed 13 older toddlers with one teacher and 14 preschool children with one teacher.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jul 22, 2019. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra compare with other daycares in Drexel Hill?
It is #14 of 20 centers in Drexel Hill by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra last inspected?
Dec 11, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $48.20 for preschool, $52.66 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Ancona Montessori School INC-Wynnewood.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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