Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College
1029 Wyndon Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 · Montgomery County
Keystone STAR 1
Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College is a certified child care center in Bryn Mawr, PA, with capacity for 16 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 32 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 32). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #2 of 5 centers in Bryn Mawr and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
Fewer citations than 50% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#2 of 5 centers in Bryn Mawr
5
Core-safety citations
27
Other citations
7
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
32 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 29, 2025
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Records & paperwork
12
Health & medication
6
Training & qualifications
5
Background checks
4
Building & playground safety
3
Supervision
1
Emergency preparedness
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Dec 29, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During the inspection on 1/8/26 the file records for child #1 did not include an updated health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2026): “Provider will ask parent of child 1 to provide an updated health assessment on the proper form.”
Citation
Dec 29, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8)
During the inspection on 1/8/26 the file record for child # 3 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and did not include 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2026): “Provider will ask parent of child 3 to submit a health assessment that included the correct statement required by DHS”
Citation
Dec 29, 2025
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)
During the inspection on 1/8/26 the file for staff person #1 included a health assessment that was not acceptable (the health assessment did not include the suitably of providing direct child care and did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Staff person 1 will proved a health assessment updated on the appropriate form that lists the suitability of providing direct care and examination of communicable diseases.”
Citation
Dec 29, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the inspection on 1/8/26 the file records for child #1 and 2 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2026): “Provider will have enrolling parents for child 1 and 2 fill in necessary information on DHS emergency contact form.”
Citation
Dec 29, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the inspection on 1/8/26 the file record for child # 4 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2026): “Provider will have enrolling parent for child 4 fill out the address and phone number of person for whom child can be released on emergency contact form.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 10/1/25 facility person #1 was observed interacting with children and their file did not include a disclosure statement and mandated reporter training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “Disclosure statement will be signed and on file before faculty person returns. Mandated reporter training was completed.”
Citation
Oct 1, 2025
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)
During the inspection on 10/1/25 facility person#1 was observed interacting with children and their file did not include a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “Health assessment will be on file before faculty person returns”
Citation
Oct 1, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
During the inspection on 10/1/2025 the fire inspection report observed was dated 7/5/24 and no monthly testing was recorded.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Director got a copy of the Fire Inspection report from the college and sent directly to Early Learning Program Certification Representative. Monthly testing log was also submitted.”
Citation
Oct 1, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
During the inspection on 10/1/2025 the file record for facility person #1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person and verification of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “Drivers license/passport will be on file before a faculty person returns Telephone number will be included in file”
Citation
Oct 1, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 10/1/2025 the file records for facility person#1 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “2 references for the facility person will be on file before they return”
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Citation
Dec 20, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the inspection on 01/16/25 the facility did not have current liability insurance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “I will provide DHS with a copy of an current copy of the insurance policy. An updated current copy of the policy is on file at the facility”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 3/1/24 the file record for staff person#1 did not include a NSOR. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “Staff person #1 was removed from providing direct child care at the COB 3/1/24. Staff person #1 will not provide direct child care at the facility until CPSL requirements are fulfilled.”
Citation
Mar 1, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the inspection on 3/1/2024 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2024): “Provider will update the file record for staff person #1 to include verification of education and child care experience.”
Citation
Mar 1, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
During the inspection on 3/1/24 the file record for staff person # 1 did not include verification of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “Provider will update the file record for staff person # 1 to include verification of age.”
Citation
Mar 1, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 3/1/2024 the file records for staff person#1 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2024): “Provider will update the file record for staff person #1 to include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a state police clearance. The file for staff person #2 did not include a state police clearance and included an unacceptable FBI clearance (Department of Education FBI clearance). Facility Person #1 and 3--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “Staff persons #1 and 3 were removed from providing direct child care at the COB 1/26/24. Staff persons #1 and 3 will not provide direct child care at the facility until CPSL requirements are fulfilled.”
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the inspection on 1/26/2024 staff persons 1,2 and 3 were observed providing direct child care to 15 children, and staff persons #1, 2 and 3 were not assigned the responsibility of specific children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “Staff members 1, 2 and 3 have been assigned responsibilty for specific children. Supervision groups will be posted in classroom. Staff members will know names and whereabouts of childen listed. Staff members will be phycially present with their groups at all times.”
Citation
Jan 17, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the first-aid kit in the classroom was missing tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Provider added tweezers to the first aid kit in the classroom.”
Citation
Jan 17, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(8)
During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the file records for child # 2 and 3 did not include a health assessment that included 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “Parents of both child #2 and #3 were notified and updated health reports will be submitted that include the statement of age appropriate screenings as documented by American Academy of Pediatrics”
Citation
Jan 17, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the file records for staff person #2 and 3 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 5, 2024): “Verification forms for child care experience forms were submitted for persons #2 and #3”
Citation
Jan 17, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the file records for child #3 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 5, 2024): “The home and work address and phone number of the enrolling parent of child #3 have been included on the emergency contact form”
Citation
Jan 17, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the inspection on 1/26/24 the file records for child # 1,2,3,4, and 5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Provider updated the file record for child #1 to include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation
Jan 17, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the inspection on 1/26/2024 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Provider will develop a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.”
Citation
Mar 2, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection on March 2, 2023, the records of Staff #1, 2, 3 and 4 did not include documentation of completion of the Health and Safety update within the time frame specified by DHS and the facility did not have a Continuity of Operations plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “All staff have completed the Health and Safety update and the facility has created the Continuity of Operations plan.”
Citation
Mar 2, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection on March 2, 2023, Certification Representative observed chipped paint in the childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Provider has repaired areas of chipped paint.”
Citation
Mar 2, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
During renewal inspection on March 2, 2023, the health assessments of staff #1 and #2 did not include an examination for communicable disease and the results of that examination, or the Physician or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Both staff have provided updated health assessments that include all required information.”
Citation
Mar 2, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During renewal inspection on March 2, 2023, the emergency contact information of children #1, 2, and 3 did not include the addresses of the release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2023): “Provider has obtained this information from the childrens' parents.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON APRIL 27, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN THE FULL PA STATE POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE, AND CONTAINED AN FBI CLEARANCE CONDUCTED THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 24, 2022): “PROVIDER HAS OBTAINED THE FULL STATE POLICE CERTIFICATE FOR STAFF #3 AND THEY HAVE SUBMITTED PAYMENT AND FINGERPRINTS FOR THE DHS FBI CLEARANCE.”
Citation
Apr 27, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON APRIL 27, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #2 DID NOT CONTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF FIRE SAFETY TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 24, 2022): “Staff #2 has completed fire safety training.”
Citation
Apr 27, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON APRIL 27, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE TOPICS LISTED 3270.31(f).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2022): “STAFF HAS COMPLETED THE 10 HOUR HEALTH AND SAFETY TOPICS TRAINING.”
Citation
Apr 27, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON APRIL 27, 2022, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION OF CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ADDRESS OF THE INDIVIDUAL DESIGNATED BY THE PARENT TO WHOM THE CHILD MAY BE RELEASED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “PROVIDER HAS OBTAINED THIS INFORMATION FROM THE CHILD'S PARENT.”
Citation
Apr 27, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON APRIL 27, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #1, 2, AND 3 DID NOT CONTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2022): “All staff have completed 12 hours of child care training.”
“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.
About this center
Capacity
16 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Apr 10, 2027
Operator
Bryn Mawr College
Phone
—
State certificate #
CER-00251067
Common questions
Has Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Oct 1, 2025 (background checks): “During the inspection on 10/1/25 facility person #1 was observed interacting with children and their file did not include a disclosure statement and mandated reporter training.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Oct 13, 2020. 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 Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College compare with other daycares in Bryn Mawr?
It is #2 of 5 centers in Bryn Mawr by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College last inspected?
Dec 29, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
Who runs Phebe Anna Thorne School of Bryn Mawr College?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Bryn Mawr College.
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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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