Let Them Play Learning Center
Let Them Play Learning Center is a certified child care center in Bryn Mawr, PA, with capacity for 40 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 10 times. The state cited 80 violations, 14 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (17 of 80). 7 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 5 centers in Bryn Mawr and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the inspection on 11/20/25 the file records for child #1,2 and 3 did not include an updated health assessment.
During the inspection on 11/20/2025 one sippy cup for child#1 in the toddler room were observed not labeled.
During the inspection on 11/20/25 the file record for child #3 did not include an updated child service report signed by the parent and operator.
During the inspection on 11/20/2025 the file records for child # 6 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 11/20/25 the file record for child #6 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 11/20/2025 the toddler room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child # 5 and 6 receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 11/20/2025 the file records for child #4 did not include an update in writing of the emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
During the inspection on 9/17/25 seven cots in the Front classroom and one crib in the Infant/Toddler classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
During the inspection on 9/17/25 the last fire drill observed on file was 2/25.
Staff person #1 employed as the facility director--- has not completed the following required pre-service training (Directors require minimally PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 (or a previously acceptable version of health and safety training), pediatric first aid and CPR, as well as mandated reporter training must be completed prior to caring for children unsupervised).: (Pediatric First Aid & CPR training).
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During the electronic inspection on 6/16/25 the file record for staff person #3 did not include a complete state police clearance and did not include a complete DHS FBI clearance (rap sheet was missing).
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 5/12/25 staff persons #1 and 2 were observed with 9 children, the youngest child was an infant.
During the inspection on 5/12/2025 child #1(infant) was observed sleeping in an apparatus (bouncer/rocker type chair).
During the electronic inspection on 6/16/25 the file record for staff person #3 did not include emergency plan training.
During the electronic inspection on 6/16/2025 the file records for staff person #3 did not include verification of child care experience training prior to service at the facility.
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 5/12/25 staff person #1 admitted that the facility does not have a director that is present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
During the inspection on 4/23/25 staff persons #1 and 2 was observed with 14 children the youngest child was an infant in the front classroom. Staff person was in the side room with 5 children the youngest child was an infant.
During the inspection on 4/23/25 staff person #1 was observed conducting a diaper series and did not clean the surfaces after each child.
During the inspection on 4/23/25 child #1 was observed being fed a bottle while sitting in a bouncy apparatus/bouncy chair.
During the inspection 4/23/25 front classroom was over capacity. The capacity for the front classroom is 10 and the classroom was observed having 14 children. The side room was over capacity. The capacity for side room is 3, the classroom was observed having 5 children.
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 4/23/25 staff person #1 admitted that the facility does not have a director that is present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
During the inspection on 3/13/25 the file record for staff person #3 did not include a state police clearance and included a child abuse clearance for volunteer purposes.
During the inspection on 3/13/25 the outdoor play space was observed having trash and debris in the area.
During the inspection on 3/13/2025 toxics (air freshener, diaper creams, air scents and other cleaning products that state "keep out of reach of children") were observed accessible to children in the bathroom and in the Infant/Toddler classroom.
During the inspection on 3/13/25 the refrigerator in the Infant/Toddler classroom did not have a thermometer.
During the inspection on 3/13/25 the file for staff person #1 did not include a current health assessment.
During the inspection on 3/13/25 staff person #4 admitted that the facility does not have a director that is present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
During the inspection on 3/13/25 the file records for child #1,2 and 3 did not include the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development (observation) in the context of the services being provided.
During the inspection on 3/13/2025 the file record for staff person #1 did not include the required updated health and safety training.
During the inspection on 3/13/2025 the facility did not have the facility's current certificate of compliance posted and the operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
During the inspection 3/13/25 the file record for staff persons # 1 and 2 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Staff person #4-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4-- does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of (3/10/2024).
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 the files record for staff person #2 included an expired FBI clearance that expired (dated: 3/29/2019). The file record for staff person #5 did not include a NSOR clearance. Facility Person #2 and 5--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 the file records for staff person #4,5, and 6 did not include emergency plan training.
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 electrical outlets were observed not having protective receptacle covers inside of them.
During the inspection on 4/4/24 the hot water temperature measured 124° F.
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 the entry areas of the Two's classroom was observed having cracked tiles. This poses a threat to the safety of the children.
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 the file record for child #1 included an initial health assessment that was not dated.
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 the file records for child #2 and 3 did not include an updated health assessment.
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 staff person#2 was observed giving 6 children in the preschool classroom snack and did not have children wash their hands before eating.
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 the file record for staff person #3 included a health assessment that was not dated. The file record for staff person #5 included a health assessment that was not acceptable (the health assessments did not include suitability of working in a child care facility and if the staff person had any communicable diseases). The file record for staff person #6 did not include an updated health assessment (the health assessment observed was dated: 11/13/2015).
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 the file record for staff #2 did not include a written evaluation.
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 the file records for child #2 and 3 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 4/4/2024 the facility did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for all of the children receiving care in the space.
During the inspection 4/4/2024 the file record for staff person # 1, and 2 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During Renewal Inspection on April 20, 2023, the facility emergency plan did not include documentation that the emergency plan has been reviewed and updated at least annually.
During Renewal Inspection on April 20, 2023, Certification Representative observed chipped paint on the yellow wall of the toddler room and on the window sill of the Pre-k 2 room.
During Renewal Inspection on April 20, 2023, Certification Representative observed rubber mulch in the outdoor play space with toddlers present.
During Renewal Inspection on April 20, 2023, the record of child #4 did not contain a health assessment completed within 12 months of previous health assessment (dated 3-24-22).
During Renewal Inspection on April 20, 2023, the emergency plan parent letter did not include lockdown provisions, and the facility emergency plan did not specify accommodations for children with chronic medical conditions.
During Renewal Inspection on April 20, 2023, the facility emergency plan was not submitted to the correct local municipality and the county emergency management agency.
During Renewal Inspection on April 20, 2023, the records of children #1, #2 and #3 did not contain a health assessment (records of children #1 and #2 contained immunization records only).
During Renewal Inspection on April 20, 2023, the facility did not have a written policy on Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment, and did not have a Continuity of Operations plan included with their emergency plan.
During Renewal Inspection on April 20, 2023, the liability insurance policy on file at the facility was expired as of 12-6-22.
During Renewal Inspection on April 20, 2023, the record of staff #1 did not contain documentation of education.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JUNE 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT IN THE YOUNG TODDLER, OLDER TODDLER, YOUNG PRESCHOOL AND OLDER PRESCHOOL ROOMS.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JUNE 16, 2022, PROVIDER DID NOT HAVE AN ANNUAL EMERGENCY DRILL DOCUMENTED AND ON FILE AT THE FACILITY.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JUNE 16, 2022, THE EVACUATION ROUTES WERE NOT POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION AT THE FACILITY.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JUNE 16, 2022, THE RECORD OF CHILD #2 DID NOT INCLUDE AN INITIAL HEALTH REPORT (IMMUNIZATION RECORD ONLY).
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JUNE 16, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #1 AND #2 DID NOT CONTAIN 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILDCARE TRAINING.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JUNE 16, 2022, THE RECORDS OF CHILDREN #1-5 DID NOT CONTAIN CHILD SERVICE REPORT FORMS.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JUNE 16, 2022, THE AGREEMENTS ON FILE FOR CHILDREN #1-5 WERE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS.
DURING UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON MARCH 3, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #1 (REHIRED FEB 2022) CONTAINED AN INCOMPLETE DHS FBI CLEARANCE (COVER PAGE AND SOME RAP SHEET PAGES MISSING).
DURING UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON MARCH 3, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERED STAFF #2 ALONE IN THE INFANT ROOM WITH 5 TOTAL CHILDREN (1 INFANT AND 4 YOUNG TODDLERS) AT APPROXIMATELY 11:50 AM. CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED STAFF COME IN AND OUT OF CHILDCARE SPACES ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, LEAVING ONE STAFF WITH UP TO 17 TOTAL CHILDREN AT TIMES - OBSERVED STAFF #3 ALONE WITH 16 CHILDREN (YOUNG TODDLERS THROUGH PS) AT 1:10 PM. CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AN OLDER TODDLER MALE CHILD WALK FROM THE MAIN SPACE INTO THE FRONT ROOM UNATTENDED AND UNSUPERVISED FROM 1:11 PM UNTIL 1:13 PM. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE.
DURING UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON MARCH 3, 2022, THE WATER TEMPERATURE MEASURED AT 136.8° F. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE.
DURING UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON MARCH 3, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #1 DID NOT CONTAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT CONDUCTED WITHIN 24 MONTHS OF PREVIOUS HEALTH ASSESSMENT (DATED 10-3-19).
DURING UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON MARCH 3, 2022, PROVIDER DID NOT PRODUCE DOCUMENTATION THAT STAFF #4 AND #5 OBTAINED THE REQUIRED HEALTH ASSESSMENT INFORMATION AS REQUIRED AFTER THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 1-12-22. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #3 (HIRED 9-2021) DID NOT CONTAIN A PA STATE POLICE CLEARANCE AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL. STAFF #3 WAS OBSERVED WORKING ALONE WITH 9 CHILDREN.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED STAFF #1 WITH 6 CHILDREN (2 YOUNG TODDLERS, 3 OLDER TODDLERS AND 1 PRESCHOOL CHILD). CERT REP OBSERVED STAFF #1 LEAVE STAFF #3 ALONE WITH 12 CHILDREN (YOUNG TODDLER THROUGH PRESCHOOL AGED) FROM 12:17 UNTIL 12:23).
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED 2 YOUNG TODDLERS WITH LITTLE STIMULATION - ONE YOUNG TODDLER WAS PLACED IN THE HIGHCHAIR FROM 12:11 UNTIL 12:30 PM, AND ANOTHER YOUNG TODDLER PLACED IN THE HIGHCHAIR FROM 12:41 UNTIL 1:02.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED 2 CHILDREN IN THE OFFICE SPACE UNSUPERVISED AT 10:52 AM.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, THE WATER TEMPERATURE MEASURED AT 123° F.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED 9 OUT 12 LIGHTBULBS IN NEED OF REPAIR/REPLACEMENT IN THE LUNCH ROOM NEAR BATHROOM, AND 13 OUT OF 16 LIGHTS OUT IN THE MIDDLE ROOM, AND AIR VENTS IN THE FRONT ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A DIAPER CHANGE ON A CHANGING TABLE IN THE INFANT ROOM THAT DOES NOT HAVE A SOURCE OF RUNNING WATER FOR HANDWASHING PRESENT.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, THE CRIBS IN THE INFANT ROOM AND THE COTS FOR THE TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS WERE NOT LABELED FOR THE USE OF A SPECIFIC CHILD.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, CERTIFICATION REP OBSERVED CRIBS IN USE IN THE INFANT ROOM THAT DID NOT HAVE 2 FEET OF SPACE ON 3 SIDES.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED STAFF #1 CHANGE A CHILD'S DIAPER ON A CLOTH SURFACE IN THE BATHROOM, WITHOUT WIPING OR SANITIZING IN BETWEEN.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #1 DID NOT CONTAIN A CURRENT HEALTH ASSESSMENT.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENTS OF STAFF #2 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE INFORMATION ON MEDICAL PROBLEMS THAT MIGHT THREATEN THE HEALTH OF CHILDREN OR THE PHYSICIAN'S ASSESSMENT OF THE PERSON'S SUITABILITY TO PROVIDE CHILDCARE.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #3 (AGS PER STAFF WORKSHEETS) DID NOT CONTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF AT LEAST 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE TO QUALIFY THEM FOR THE POSITION IN WHICH THEY WERE PERFORMING.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, THE AGREEMENTS ON FILE FOR CHILDREN 1-5 WERE THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JANUARY 12, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #1 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN, NONFAMILY REFERENCES FROM INDIVIDUALS ATTESTING TO THE PERSON'S SUITABILITY TO SERVE AS A FACILITY PERSON.
“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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $98.00 | — |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $98.00 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $98.00 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $98.00 | — |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $98.00 | — |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $99.00 | $99.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $99.00 | $99.00 |
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
Common questions
Has Let Them Play Learning Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 14 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 May 12, 2025 (supervision): “Staff person #1 employed as the facility director--- has not completed the following required pre-service training (Directors require minimally PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 (or a…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Let Them Play Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Let Them Play Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Let Them Play Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Dec 15, 2025. 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 Let Them Play Learning Center compare with other daycares in Bryn Mawr?
It is #4 of 5 centers in Bryn Mawr by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Let Them Play Learning Center last inspected?
Nov 20, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Let Them Play Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $98.00 for newborn, $98.00 for infant, $98.00 for young toddler, $98.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Let Them Play Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Let Them Play Learning Center LLC.
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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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