Play & Learn Blue Bell

6024 Butler Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422 · Montgomery County

1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

Play & Learn Blue Bell is a certified child care center in Blue Bell, PA, with capacity for 94 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 28 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #12 of 14 centers in Blue Bell and has more citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 61% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

#12 of 14 centers in Blue Bell

2 Core-safety citations

26 Other citations

5 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

28 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 5, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 7

Health & medication 7

Records & paperwork 7

Training & qualifications 3

Background checks 2

Food & feeding 1

Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 contained a PA child Abuse clearance indicated a pending status. The file for staff member #2 contained the wrong FBI clearance, it was completed under the Department of Justice, instead of the Department of Human Services.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “Staff member #1, and #2 will not work in a child care position at the facility. Staff member #1 must submit the completed PA Child Abuse clearance. Staff member #2 must submit a completed DHS FBI clearance. The director will ensure the staff members listed have obtained the missing clearances…”

Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

At the time of inspection, a missing ceiling tile was observed in one year old classroom. Also, a damaged wall with broken plaster observed in a corner of the preschool classroom. The white floor tiles in the restroom of the PreK counts classroom were discolored with a dark gray stain which looked unclean. Also, in the PreK Counts classroom; the paint trim around the window was observed peeling.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The director will ensure all areas of disrepair cited are corrected to good repair or cleaned. The missing ceiling tile will be replaced in the one-year-old classroom. The damaged plaster on the wall in the preschool classroom will be repaired to good repair. The floor tile in the restroom of the…”

Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)

At the time of inspection, the medication observed for child #5 did not have the original container with the prescription label identifying the name of the medication and the name of whom the medication is intended.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The director will contact the parent of child #5 to obtain the label on the original container identifying the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.”

Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)

At the time of inspection, the facility did not have a completed medication log for child #5's prescription medication.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The director will establish a medication log for child #5's medication that includes the parent's signature authorizing the use of the medication. The medication log must identify the name of the medication, the name of whom the medication is intended and admission dates (to and from dates).”

Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding

Protein 55 Pa. Code §3270.163(a)(2)

At the time of the inspection, the lunch observed being served to the children toddler age or older did not include at least one protein.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The director will ensure that the lunch served at the facility, to the children toddler age or older; will contain at least one protein. The daily lunch menu will contain at least one protein.”

Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 contained an international diploma or degree but did not include the required credential evaluation document reflecting the educational equivalency of the international education to the U.S. Department of Education standards

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The director will assist staff member #2 with requesting an international education evaluation by directing the individuals to the Pennsylvania Keys website to apply for an evaluation. Staff members #1 and #3 will submit the completed education credential evaluation document verifying the…”

Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5)

At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for children #1, #2, and #3 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility person.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The director will contact the children's parent to obtain signatures on the emergency contact form for emergency medical and minor first-aid procedures.”

Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

At the time of inspection, the emergency contact forms for children #2, #3 and #4 were missing the addresses of the release persons

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The director will contact the parent of children listed to obtain the missing release persons information.”

Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)

At the time of inspection, the financial agreement form for child #4's was not signed by the child's parent.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The director will contact the parent of the child to have them sign and date the document.”

Citation Mar 6, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

At time of inspection, the provider didn't have written documentation verifying initial emergency plan training for staff members #1, staff member #2 and staff member #3.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “The director will immediately train the staff members in the emergency plan/ evacuation procedures for the facility. All emergency plan training will be documented in writing with signatures of the staff members and dates of trainings.”

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Citation Mar 6, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

At the time of inspection, damaged paint and unclean surfaces were observed in the bathroom located between the two-year-old and three-year-old classrooms. Damaged paint was observed on the wall near the classroom door in the three-year-old classroom. Also, peeling paint was observed on the inside surface of the facility's front door.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2025): “The director will ensure that the areas of the facility that were cited are cleaned and/or repaired to good condition. The shared bathroom surfaces will be cleaned, and any damaged paint will be repaired. The director will ensure that the disrepair of the damaged paint near the front door in the…”

Citation Mar 6, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)

At the time of inspection, in the outdoor play space a wood climber in the shape of a ship was observed with damaged peeling paint and rough surfaces. Also, observed in the outdoor play space was a wooden stump in the ground which was a tripping hazard.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2025): “The director will ensure that the wooden climber in the shape of a ship is repaired to good condition. The surface of the wooden ship will be smoothed to remove the possibility of splinters and then painted. The wood stump will be removed from the ground of the outdoor play area.”

Citation Mar 6, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

At the time of inspection, the TB results observed in the file for staff member #1 was dated more than 12 months prior to the person's initial hire date.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Staff member #1 will submitted an updated TB result and the director will ensure the updated TB results are submitted to the individual's facility file.”

Citation Mar 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)

At the time of inspection, the facility did not have verification of providing the parent of child #1 with a Child Service Report within the last six months indicating the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2025): “The director will ensure the child's teacher immediately completes a Child Service Report for child #1 and provides the information to the child's parent for their knowledge. The staff will ensure the parent signs and dates the document to verify the information has been presented to them.”

Citation Mar 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5)

At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1 did not contain written signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility person.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2025): “The director will contact the children's parent to obtain signatures on the emergency contact form for emergency medical and minor first-aid procedures.”

Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

At the time of inspection, dust was observed on the ceiling fan in the one-year-old classroom. Also the rug in the one-year-old classroom was stained.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2024): “The director will ensure that the areas of the facility that were cited are cleaned or in good repair.”

Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

At the time of inspection, the health assessment observed for child #1, D.O.B 9/11/22 was dated 1/5/23 which is more than 24 months old. The health assessment observed for child #2, D.O.B 8/17/21 was dated 10/25/21 which is more than 24 months old.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “The operator will contact the parent of the child listed to obtain an updated health report for the child.”

Citation Feb 15, 2024 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)

At the time of inspection, the staff data provided indicated staff member #2 didn't have a valid health assessment. The staff data provided indicated staff member #2 had a TB test completed 10/26/21 but there was not a date for an initial or updated health assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “The director will provide the staff member listed with a Child Care Staff Health Assessment form. The staff members will immediately request to have a medical professional complete the form reflecting a physical exam and if necessary, TB results.”

Citation Feb 15, 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)

At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 hired as assistant group supervisors did not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and two years of verified experience working with children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2024): “The director will require staff member #1 to immediately submit verification of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years of experience working with children to qualify for the position of assistant group supervisor. To obtain the verification of experience…”

Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 did not contain two written nonfamily reference letters from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “Staff member #1 will submit two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The”

Core safety Jan 10, 2023 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection on 1/10/2023 staff person #2 did not have an NSOR clearance on file and staff person #3 did not have an NSOR Clearance or FBI Clearance on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2023): “Staff #2 and #3 may not return to work at the facility until #2 receives NSOR clearance and #3 receives NSOR or FBI clearance. Missing documents will be submitted to DHS cert Rep upon receipts.”

Citation Jan 10, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

During the renewal inspection on 1/10/2023 ceiling tiles with water damage were observed in room 110. Bolts with missing thread covers were observed on the fence in areas accessible to the children in the preschool playground. A child's play table with frozen leaves and debris was observed on the preschool playground

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2023): “In room 110, water damaged ceiling tiles were replaced. A child's play table will be removed from playground during winter months or placed upside down on rainy days to prevent ice forming and dried leaves and debris will be removed, and missing thread covers for bolts will be replaced in the…”

Citation Jan 10, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Original container/Written instructions 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)/3270.133(2)

During the renewal inspection on 1/10/2023 medication for child #1 was observed at the facility and was not in the original container.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2023): “The medication for child #1 will accompany original container and instructions. A photo to verify the correction will be submitted upon completion.”

Citation Jan 10, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

During the renewal inspection on 1/10/2023 the health assessment on file for child #2 was expired.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2023): “The parent of child #2 will submit subsequent health reports. The new health report will be submitted upon receipt.”

Citation Jan 10, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)

During the renewal inspection on 1/10/2023 staff person # 2 did not have verification of the health and safety training Get Started in Center Based Care Building Blocks for Quality training on file. Staff person #1 did not have pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2023): “Staff person #1 will obtain pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation from an approved curriculum and will be supervised at all times by a GS or AGS who has completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and all health and safety topics. Staff person…”

Citation Feb 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)

During the renewal inspection on 2/25/2022 Two toilets in the children's bathroom had exposed bolts were mounted to the floor (the caps were missing)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2022): “Caps will be placed on the exposed bolts.”

Citation Feb 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)

During the renewal inspection on 2/25/2022 cubbie /shelf units with a narrow base and tipping hazard were observed at the facility in the preschool, toddler and infant classrooms and shared hallway area - the units were not secured/mounted to the wall.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2022): “All cubbie and shelf units will be mounted to the wall to avoid tipping hazards. The play and Learn maintenance team came out immediately to secure the units.”

Citation Feb 25, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Amount of fee/Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(5)

During the renewal inspection the agreement for child#1 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week and the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “The director will have the parent of child #1 complete the missing items from the agreement. In the future this will be competed at time of enrollment and during updates.”

“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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks)	$74.80	$27.20
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.)	$74.80	$27.20
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.)	$71.30	$26.70
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.)	$69.85	$26.15
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K)	$63.95	$25.75

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 94 children

Certificate status Regular

Certificate valid through Mar 9, 2027

Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Feb 13, 2026 · 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 (215) 646-4428

State certificate # CER-00254560

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Common questions

Has Play & Learn Blue Bell 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 Mar 5, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 contained a PA child Abuse clearance indicated a pending status. The file for staff member #2 contained the wrong FBI clearance, it was completed under the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Play & Learn Blue Bell?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Play & Learn Blue Bell since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Play & Learn Blue Bell’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Feb 13, 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 Play & Learn Blue Bell compare with other daycares in Blue Bell?

It is #12 of 14 centers in Blue Bell by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Play & Learn Blue Bell last inspected?

Mar 5, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Play & Learn Blue Bell cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $74.80 for newborn, $74.80 for infant, $71.30 for young toddler, $69.85 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Play & Learn Blue Bell?

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