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Delco Child Day Care No C

352 Childs Ave, Drexel Hill, PA 19026 · Delaware County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)

Delco Child Day Care No C is a certified child care center in Drexel Hill, PA, with capacity for 66 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 18 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (6 of 18). 6 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #16 of 20 centers in Drexel Hill and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 64% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#16 of 20 centers in Drexel Hill
3 Core-safety citations
15 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
18 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 6 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 29, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jan 29, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 7, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 23, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 18, 2022 · 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 6
Training & qualifications 4
Records & paperwork 3
Background checks 2
Health & medication 1
Emergency preparedness 1
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jan 29, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of the Child abuse or NSOR history information as required under the CPSL. The file of staff person #3 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of the Child abuse or FBI history information as required under the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “Staff persons #1 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.”
Citation Jan 29, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(c)
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed the screen in the window on the second floor was not in good repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “Provider will replace the screen.”
Citation Jan 29, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed damaged ceiling tiles on the first floor in the lobby and the carpet on the steps in the preschool room were not in good repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “Provider will replace the ceiling tiles and carpet.”
Citation Jan 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1,2 and 3 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Provider will obtain verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.”
Citation Jan 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1,2 and 3 did not have verification of annual firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Provider will obtain firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional.”
Citation Jan 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1, 2 and 3 did not have verification of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Staff persons #1,2 and 3 will obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Citation Jan 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed in the preschool room, a surface area near the vent not in good repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2025): “Provider will repair the surface area.”
Citation Jan 30, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
At the time of inspection, the health assessment for staff person #1 did not include an examination for communicable diseases or the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “Provider will have the entire health assessment completed.”
Citation Jan 30, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED, 15 credits + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of inspection, staff person #2 did not have verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “Provider will request verification of child care experience.”
Citation Aug 7, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(9)
At the time of inspection, the operator did not maintain a current written record that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. The last written record was dated for March 2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2024): “The operator will conduct a fire drill within 60 days and document it. A fire drill was conducted during the inspection period.”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed damaged ceiling tiles in two classrooms on the first floor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will change the tiles.”
Core safety Feb 23, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the renewal inspection on 2/23/23, staff person #1 answered the front door leaving (7) children in the classroom unsupervised.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2023): “Staff completed 2-hour training regarding supervision/ratio. There's a number posted on front door to call office for access. Staff was reminded that if answering the door is necessarily, children need to accompany staff and not be left alone.”
Citation Feb 23, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 2/23/23, the first aid kit located in the Honeybee classroom was missing scissors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “During inspection scissors were placed back in first aid kit.”
Citation Feb 23, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During the renewal inspection on 2/23/23, the documentation of annual testing from fire safety professional was expired. Documentation dated 2/9/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2023): “Reddin alarm company was contacted and visited facility on 03/03/23.”
Citation Feb 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 2/23/23, the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 did not contain health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2023): “Parent updated emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the renewal inspection on 2/23/23, there were no emergency contact forms present in the Honeybee classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2023): “Copies of emergency contact forms will made and placed in classroom.”
Citation Feb 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection on 2/23/23, the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 was not reviewed/updated within 6-month period. Last update 3/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2023): “Parent submitted emergency contact form that was never returned to facility dated 12/21/22.”
Core safety Mar 18, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Facility person #1, acting as a volunteer student teacher, does not have an NSOR clearance. Nor does she have a DHS FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2022): “Facility has applied for both clearances for facility person #1. Facility Person # 1 will not work in a child care position at the facility.”

“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
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $55.00 $34.50
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $47.00 $29.90
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $47.00 $28.62

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 66 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 21, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4 (accredited)
since Aug 21, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Delco Child Day Care Association
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 622-0990
State certificate # CER-00252991
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
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Common questions

Has Delco Child Day Care No C had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 29, 2026 (background checks): “The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of the Child abuse or NSOR history information as required under the CPSL. The file of staff person #3 doh (see lis code sheet), did not…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Delco Child Day Care No C?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Delco Child Day Care No C since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Delco Child Day Care No C’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4 (accredited), effective Aug 21, 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 Delco Child Day Care No C compare with other daycares in Drexel Hill?

It is #16 of 20 centers in Drexel Hill by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Delco Child Day Care No C last inspected?

Jan 29, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Delco Child Day Care No C cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $55.00 for older toddler, $47.00 for preschool, $47.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Delco Child Day Care No C?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Delco Child Day Care Association.

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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