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Bookends Learning Center

871 N Easton Rd, Glenside, PA 19038 · Montgomery County
Provisional certificate

Bookends Learning Center is a certified child care center in Glenside, PA, with capacity for 38 children. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it twice. The state cited 29 violations, none of them core-safety. All 29 came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #13 of 13 centers in Glenside and has more citations per inspection than 96% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 96% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
#13 of 13 centers in Glenside
0 Core-safety citations
29 Other citations
2 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
29 citations from 2 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 29 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 14, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 9
Records & paperwork 9
Health & medication 4
Emergency preparedness 4
Training & qualifications 3

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed 9/14/2026 in the Indoor Play space the wall boarder near the OSA Game Room was damaged and dislodged from the wall that was not in good repair and free from visible hazards.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Wall boarder was repaired by the maintenance staff on 9/17/26.”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
Observed 9/14/2026 staff #2 and 3 did not ensure that children hands were washed before eating snack.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Children hands shall be washed before eating at all times.”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
Observed 9/14/2026 staff #1 file was missing a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2026): “Staff member has completed their health assessment.”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
Observed 9/14/2026 staff #1 were missing a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2026): “Staff member has completed the tuberculosis screen”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
Observed on 9/14/2026 the evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Evacuation routes are now posted and easily visible on each floor.”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
Observed 9/14/2026 a copy of the emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality and/or to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2026): “New documentation of Emergency Plan Delivery sent to Abington Township (mail and emailed listed) and Montgomery County Dept of Public Safety (emailed 9/22/2026)”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Observed 9/14/2025 facility did not contain a shaken baby, abusive head trauma or child maltreatment policy written policy on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2026): “Written policy has been developed for child safety and maltreatment/abusive head trauma and is included with our policies.”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
Observed 9/14/2026 Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Staff person will complete CPR/first aid training on Wednesday 9/23/2026”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
Observed 9/14/2023 child # 1, 2 and 3 agreement forms did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Agreement forms were updated with students dates of admission.”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Observed 9/14/2026 child #1 and 2 files did not contain the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent on their emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Parents have updated emergency contact forms with work addresses and telephone numbers.”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Observed 9/14/2026 children #1, 2 and 3 files did not contain their medical information and health insurance policy number on their emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Emergency contact forms were updated with health insurance information and policy numbers.”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Observed 9/3/2026 child # 3 file was missing the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Parent has updated form with the addresses of the people to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
Observed 9/14/2026 the emergency contact information for the children were not in the childcare space where children receive care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Folders containing all emergency contact forms will be carried with the teachers as they move throughout the building.”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
Observed 9/14/2026 staff #1 file did not contain verification of acceptable education or transcript and/or diploma, or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity on file during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2026): “Verification of education and dipolmas has been obtained from the staff member”
Citation Sep 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Observed 9/14/2026 staff #1 file did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “2 references shall be obtained from staff members attesting to their suitability.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Observed 4/6/2026 the emergency plan did not include continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “The emergency plan has been updated to include continuity of operations.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Observed 4/6/2026 staff #1 and #2 file did not contain initial training regarding the emergency plan, nor it was documented.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “The 2 initial staff members have been trained on the emergency plan. The operator/director has been documented the date of training and the facility persons who received training.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Observed 4/6/2026 in Bathroom 1 and 2, Room 1, Homework/Tutor Room, the Music Room, and the indoor play space were missing electrical outlet covers in the childcare space where it's accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Electrical outlet covers have been placed in all electrical outlets.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No insects or rodents 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(c)
Observed 4/6/2026 in the Young School Age Game Room, Art Room and Photography Room there was evidence of infestation of insects in the childcare spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “A pest control company has treated the facility for lady bugs.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(d)
Observed 4/6/2026 the windows in the Art room, photography room, OSA Game room, Music room and indoor play space did not limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Windows in the listed rooms have been modified/adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
Observed 4/6/2026 in the music room tweezer was missing the from the items required in the first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Tweezers were put into the first aid kit that was missing tweezers.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed 4/6/2026 in Room 1 the outlet cover plate was damaged and dislodged, in the Homework tutor room the two outlet covers had an open space where the wall had an opening space not in good repair and free from visible hazards.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Room #1 cover plate has been repaired along with the open space between outlet covers in the homework room.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Observed 4/6/2026 in the Art Room there was peeled and damaged paint on the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Peeled/damaged paint in the art room has been repaired.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Glass 55 Pa. Code §3270.81
Observed 4/6/2026 in the music classroom there was a missing a visual strip or other visual identification on the half top of the glass door located in the childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Visible identifies have been placed on the top half of the glass door of the music room, as well as several other spaces.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
Observed 4/6/2026 staff # 1 and 2 were missing health assessments and tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment in their files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Staff #1 &2 health assessments were completed on 4/4/2026 and TB test results were recorded on 4/6/2026.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Observed 4/6/2026 facility could not test the fire detection system during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Facility has acquired safety tested cans of smoke in order to properly test the fire detection system safely.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
Observed 4/6/2026 staff #2 file did not contain Pediatric CPR and First Aid training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Staff #2 shall complete pediatric first aid and CPR”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)
Observed 4/6/2026 staff #2 file did not include the required Health & Safety training as required by the CCDBG.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Staff #2 shall complete health and safety training as required by the CCDBG.”
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Locked cabinet/Confidential; stored in locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.183(a)/3270.193(a)
Observed on 4/6/2026 facility did not have a locked cabinet to maintain confidentiality of the children and staff records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “A locked cabinet has been acquired to maintain confidentiality of staff and child files.”

“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.

Enforcement actions

Issuance of Provisional Certificate of Compliance at the time of Initial May 7, 2026
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate

Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $58.00 $58.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $58.00 $58.00

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

Capacity 38 children
Certificate status Provisional
Certificate valid through Sep 29, 2027
Keystone STARS No STAR level
Operator Bookends Learning Center LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–9:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 989-6093
State certificate # CER-00262165
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Common questions

Has Bookends Learning Center had any serious violations?

No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 29 other citations, listed above.

Have there been complaints about Bookends Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Bookends Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

How does Bookends Learning Center compare with other daycares in Glenside?

It is #13 of 13 centers in Glenside by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 96% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Bookends Learning Center last inspected?

Sep 14, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Bookends Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $58.00 for young school-age, $58.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Bookends Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Bookends Learning Center LLC.

Certified centers nearby

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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