Chesterbrook Academy · Chesterbrook
Chesterbrook Academy is a certified child care center in Chesterbrook, PA, with capacity for 118 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 3 complaint investigations. The state cited 24 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (9 of 24). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #113 of 214 centers in Chester County and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The health assessment for child #3 was dated 9/7/24. The health assessment for child #4 was dated 3/4/25. Child #5 did not have a health assessment on file.
The emergency contact information of child #1 did not include the address and phone number of physician.
The emergency contact information of child #2 did not include their health insurance coverage.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/30/25, children #1-5 did not have the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on their emergency contact forms.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/30/25, children #6-10 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care and did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During the allocated inspection, Cert Rep observed hand sanitizer on the counter in the Pre-K 2 classroom accessible to children.
During the allocated inspection, there was chipped paint on the right wall next to cot area.
During the allocated inspection, a soiled diaper was left on the changing table when not in use by teacher in the infant classroom.
Child #1 placed a piece of double-sided tape in their mouth and subsequently began gagging on the tape. No staff person in the classroom observed the child placing the item in their mouth.
Child #1 placed a piece of double-sided tape in their mouth and subsequently began gagging on the tape.
During the renewal inspection, there was a protective outlet uncovered under the cubbies in PreK 2 classroom.
During the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact information of children # 1,2,5,6,7,8,9,10, and 11 did not include their health insurance coverage and policy number. Children #3 and #4 did not have policy number included on the emergency contact form.
During the renewal inspection, staff could not locate the emergency contact of information of the children receiving care in the Pre K classroom.
During nap time, a child in the intermediate classroom stuck a hair clip into an uncovered outlet while laying on their sleeping mat.
During nap time, a child in the intermediate classroom stuck a hair clip into an uncovered outlet while laying on their sleeping mat.
The file of child #1, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of four DTAP vaccinations, as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. The file of child #2, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of four PCV vaccinations, as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. The file of child #3, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of three Hep B vaccinations, as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. The file of child #4, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of four PCV vaccinations, as required based on the child's age as per ACIP recommended schedule. The file of child #5, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of four DTAP vaccinations, four HIB vaccinations, and four PCV vaccinations, as required based on the child's age as per ACIP recommended schedule. The file of child #6, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of four HIB vaccinations as required based on the child's age as per…
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/12/22, a completed NSOR certificate was not submitted for review for staff member #1 DOH (See LIS Code Sheet).
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/12/22, the hot water temperature at the bathroom sink used by children, measured 115.8° F.
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/12/22, peeling paint was observed on the walls in the toddlers and infant B classrooms.
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/12/22, the bottom drawers and on the shelves of the refrigerator used for children's food were observed with food spills and other debris.
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/12/22, the director did not sound the fire alarm system at the location and did not provide written documentation of an annual inspection.
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/12/22, foreign education was submitted for staff member #2 and was not evaluated by the Department of Education standards. The education on file for staff member #2 does not qualify the staff members for the position performing at the facility.
During the onsite inspection on 4/12/22, staff member #3 was observed with 2 staff members caring for young and older toddlers. A file for staff member #3 was not provided for review.
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Enforcement actions
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $72.00 | $72.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $70.40 | $57.40 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $69.60 | $54.20 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $65.80 | $49.40 |
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 Chesterbrook Academy had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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 28, 2025 (supervision): “Child #1 placed a piece of double-sided tape in their mouth and subsequently began gagging on the tape. No staff person in the classroom observed the child placing the item in their mouth.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Chesterbrook Academy?
Pennsylvania lists 3 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Chesterbrook Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4 (accredited), effective Jan 3, 2026. 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 Chesterbrook Academy compare with other daycares in Chester County?
It is tied for #113 of 214 centers in Chester County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Chesterbrook Academy last inspected?
Apr 24, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Chesterbrook Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $72.00 for infant, $70.40 for young toddler, $69.60 for older toddler, $65.80 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Chesterbrook Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Spring Education INC.
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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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