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Play and Learn Center-Collegeville

35 Evansburg Rd Ste 2, Collegeville, PA 19426 · Montgomery County
1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4

Play and Learn Center-Collegeville is a certified child care center in Collegeville, PA, with capacity for 102 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 40 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (18 of 40). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #14 of 16 centers in Collegeville and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 80% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #14 of 16 centers in Collegeville
1 Core-safety citations
39 Other citations
5 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
40 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 3 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 8, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 30, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Aug 27, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 16, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 1, 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 18
Records & paperwork 11
Health & medication 9
Background checks 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At time of renewal inspection on 9/8/26, an unused port (computer or phone) was observed in the Adventurers room and was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2026): “Maintenance will be contacted to remove the port and place a flat plate cover on the wall.”
Citation Sep 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(d)
At time of renewal inspection on 9/8/26, a snake plant and kalanchoe plants were observed in 3 classrooms at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2026): “All of the toxic plants were removed from the child care rooms during the renewal inspection”
Citation Sep 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At time of renewal inspection on 9/8/26, ceiling vents in the Pioneers Room were observed to be visibly dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2026): “Maintenance will be contacted to clean the ceiling vents in the Pioneers Room.”
Core safety Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not possess a current Child Abuse Registry Clearance or NSOR Verification Letter. Certification Staff also observed that Facility Person #2 did not possess a Child Abuse Registry Clearance or FBI Criminal History Background Clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will comply with CPSL and Chapter 3490 by ensuring all Facility Persons have all required clearances prior to working in a child care position at the facility. Operator will ensure that records for each Facility person contains the required documents under 3270.192(a).”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not receive training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will ensure that all Facility Persons receive training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that electrical outlets in Young Toddler room #5 and School-Aged room #1 lacked protective covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will ensure that all electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger are equipped with protective covers.”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed hand sanitizer on top of a bookshelf in Preschool room #2 that was not made inaccessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will ensure that all toxic materials remain locked or inaccessible to children.”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that the First Aid kit in School-Aged room #1 did not contain soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will ensure every First Aid kit in each child care space contains the required item listed in 3270.75(c).”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed chipped paint and exposed plaster on a wall in Preschool room #4 and on a wall in School-Aged room #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will ensure that areas where chipped paint exist are painted and areas where exposed plaster exists are repaired.”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed Child #6 in Preschool room #2 laying on rest equipment in an area that did not allow 2 feet of space on 3 sides.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will ensure that rest equipment is placed in an area that allowed 2 feet of space on 3 sides while in use.”
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Citation Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Original label/Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)/3270.133(6)
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed expired non-prescription medication for a child in Older Toddler room #3. Certification staff also observed that the written consent form authorizing the provider to administer non-prescription medication to a child in Older Toddler room #3 was out of date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will ensure that prescription and non-prescription medication stored in the facility is not expired and that a corresponding updated written consent form is obtained.”
Citation Jul 30, 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 renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not receive a health assessment within 12 months prior to providing initial service.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 25, 2025): “Operator will ensure that all newly hired Facility Persons receive a health assessment within 12 months of providing initial service.”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child/Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours 55 Pa. Code §3270.20(a)(1)/3270.20(b)
Operator was notified that a child who receives care at the facility was hospitalized. Operator did not report to OCDEL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will ensure that OCDEL is notified within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment. Operator will ensure that a written report is mailed to OCDEL within 72 hours of the incident.”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person/Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)/3270.124(f)
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Emergency Contact Forms for several children in Preschool room #2, Older Toddler room #3, and Older Toddler room #4 lack contact information for individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Certification staff observed that Emergency Contact Forms for several children in Older Toddler room #3 and Preschool room #4 were not reviewed or updated every 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will ensure that Emergency Contact Forms for each child enrolled at the facility include all required information for individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Operator will ensure that Emergency Contact Forms for all children enrolled in the facility are…”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #2 did not possess two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to his/her suitability to serve as a Facility Person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Operator will ensure that all newly hired Facility Persons possess two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to his/her suitability to serve as a Facility Person.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed spray bottle accessible in butterflies and pioneer's room. Certification rep also observed cleaning wipes accessible in pioneers' room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 1, 2024): “Pioneers bleach bottlers will be kept on top of the refrigerator out of reach. A new lock was put on cabinet with supplies. Butterflies bleach bottles are hanging on hooks out of reach of children.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed plaster in the butterflies bathroom and on the wall in the adventures room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “The spackle was painted over immediately after inspector left.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “Upon pick up, child 1's parent filled in the designated pick up people”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 1 and child 2 were missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “Parent of child 1 and 2 made corrections upon pick up”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 3,5 and 6 were missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “Parent of child 3,5 and 6 added addresses of emergency contacts on 8-27-24”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 4 expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “The fee agreement was signed by parent upon pick up the day of inspection, 8-27-24”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the water temperature in the Explorers room. The water temperature was 114° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2023): “Our maintenance team will be contacted immediately to fix this issue. The issue will be fixed by 10-26-23”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During renewal inspection certification rep observed loose baseboard by the emergency exit in the Explorers Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2023): “Maintenance will come to fix the cove base in the Explorers room by 10-26-23.”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the following rooms: Butterflies, Adventurers, and Explorers
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2023): “Maintenance will repaint all the spots that have chipped by 10-26-23”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During renewal inspection, certification rep observed missing handwashing signs above the toilets in the bathroom in Butterflies room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2023): “Handwashing signed was placed in the bathroom area”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed a mat chart but the cots were not numbered in the Butterflies room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2023): “All mats were labeled with numbers directly on their mats with a permanent marker”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. The file of child 4, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination within the past year, as required per the ACIP recommended schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2023): “Parent will be contacted regarding flue vaccine to turn in the appropriate paperwork”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep found a Benadryl and Albuterol that was not in a labeled medication container inside the cabinet near the first aid bag in the Butterflies room. Certification rep also found an Epi-pen that was not in a labeled medication container in the Pioneers room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2023): “Medication was sent home that was not labeled”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
During renewal inspection certification rep asked for medication log for child 8 and 9.Child 8 and 9 did not have a medication log.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2023): “Medication logs are in the emergency bag”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1,2 and 6 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2023): “During renewal paperwork time and resigns, parents will be instructed to specify the desginated person the child may be released to”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 6 was missing the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2023): “Address is filled in by parent”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 6 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2023): “Work addresses and phone numbers are N/A for this family.”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 6 was missing signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2023): “Child #6 parent signature is signed for consent for emergency medical care.”
Citation Oct 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1, 3,4,5,6 and 8 was missing signed parental consent for transportation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2023): “Parents will sign the transportation box”
Citation Aug 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, PROTECTIVE RECEPTACLE COVERS WERE NOT IN PLACE IN THE OUTLET STRIP OBSERVED IN THE PIONEERS ROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 6, 2022): “ALL OF THE OUTLETS IN THE STRIP THAT ARE NOT IN USE WILL BE COVERED WITH RECEPTACLE COVERS.”
Citation Aug 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, DIAPER CREAM WAS OBSERVED UNDER THE CHANGING TABLE IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM AND WAS ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN DUE TO THE LOCK NOT BEING SECURE. LYSOL WIPES AND BLEACH WERE OBSERVED UNDER THE SINK IN THE PIONEERS ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN DUE TO THE LOCK NOT BEING SECURE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 6, 2022): “THE LOCKS WILL BE TIGHTENED OR REPLACED SO ALL TOXICS AND CLEANING PRODUCTS ARE NOT ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.”
Citation Aug 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(d)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION TOXIC PLANTS (SNAKE PLANT, WANDERING JEW AND PEACE LILY) WERE OBSERVED IN THE CATERPILLAR ROOM, PIONEER ROOM AND EXPLORER ROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 6, 2022): “THE TOXIC PLANTS WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE CENTER.”
Citation Aug 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, A HAND WASHING SIGN STATING WHEN TO WASH HANDS WAS NOT PRESENT AT SINK IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 6, 2022): “A HAND WASHING SIGN THAT SHOWS WHEN TO WASH HANDS WILL BE COPIED AND POSTED AT THE SINK IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM.”
Citation Aug 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, PLASTIC BAGS WERE OBSERVED IN THE CUBBIES IN THE CATERPILLAR AND BUTTERFLY ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN. PLASTIC BAGS WERE ALSO OBSERVED UNDER THE CHANGING TABLE IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 6, 2022): “THE BAGS WILL BE REMOVED SO THEY ARE NOT ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN. THEY WILL BE PLACED HIGHER IN THE CUBBIES SO THEY ARE NOT ACCESSIBLE. THE CHANGING TABLE WILL BE LOCKED SO PLASTIC BAGS ARE NOT ACCESSIBLE.”
Citation Aug 1, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Posted in group space/Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)/3270.124(e)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INPSECTION, THE DAILY SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES AND THE WRITTEN PLAN OF HOW A CHILD WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE WERE NOT POSTED IN THE PK CLASSROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 6, 2022): “THE DAILY SCHEDULE AND THE MEDICAL TRANSPORT PLAN WILL BE PRINTED AND HUNG IN THE PK ROOM.”

“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

Violation found Jul 30, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

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.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $74.05 $27.05
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $74.05 $27.05
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $70.55 $26.55
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $69.25 $26.40
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $65.30 $26.05
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $65.30 $26.05

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 102 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Nov 4, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Sep 19, 2025 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Learn And Play Centers INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 489-7433
State certificate # CER-00261005
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Common questions

Has Play and Learn Center-Collegeville had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Jul 30, 2025 (background checks): “During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not possess a current Child Abuse Registry Clearance or NSOR Verification Letter. Certification Staff also observed that…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Play and Learn Center-Collegeville?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Play and Learn Center-Collegeville’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Sep 19, 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 Play and Learn Center-Collegeville compare with other daycares in Collegeville?

It is tied for #14 of 16 centers in Collegeville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Play and Learn Center-Collegeville last inspected?

Sep 8, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Play and Learn Center-Collegeville cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $74.05 for newborn, $74.05 for infant, $70.55 for young toddler, $69.25 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Play and Learn Center-Collegeville?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Learn And Play Centers INC.

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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