Radcliffe Learning Center
Radcliffe Learning Center is a certified child care center in Bristol, PA, with capacity for 118 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 12 times and confirmed violations in 6 complaint investigations. The state cited 66 violations, 12 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (22 of 66). 26 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 9 centers in Bristol and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During unannounced visit certification rep observed 14 children with one staff in the Disney classroom. The age of the youngest child in the classroom was 2 years old.
Staff 1 was missing verification of child care experience.
Staff 1 was missing 1 written reference.
On 6-12-26, an unannounced monitoring visit was conducted at the facility. The outdoor play space is divided into designated areas for different age groups. A school age child was -observed alone in one section of the outdoor play space, while a young toddler classroom with five children was located in a separate section. Staff 1 was observed with her back turned to the children and was not able to see, hear, direct, or assess them. Staff 2 left the co-teacher alone with 16 preschool children.
Certification rep observed a hole in the wall in front of the Disney classroom
During the unannounced visit, certification rep identified a lapse in supervision in the Disney classroom. Staff were unable to provide an accurate count of the children present, and a child went to the bathroom without the staff member's awareness.
During unannounced visit certification rep verified classroom was out of ratio with a group of 18 children and 2 staff. The youngest child in the group was 2 years old.
The water temperature in the Disney classroom was 111° F.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan. emergency plan did not have continuity of operations.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan. The emergency plan wasn't reviewed and updated.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed missing outlet cover in Inch worms.
In the Disney bathroom, certification rep observed an unlabeled cleaning spray bottle with a purple solution inside of it accessible to children.
The window screen in the bathroom on the second floor was ripped.The windows in the prek room on the second floor open more than 6 inches.
The hallway wall on the first floor had holes.During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the following areas: Snuggle room, Crayola, Disney, Hallways.
The couch in the Disney room was ripped. The mats in Crayola, Disney and Sunshine were ripped exposing the foam.
The refrigerator in the prek room on the second floor was missing a thermometer.
An emergency drill was not documented and on file
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed liability insurance. Liability insurance submitted was dated 6-17-24.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing fire safety training.
Staff 3 was missing high school diplomaDuring renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 and 2 were missing verification of child care experience.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Child 2 was missing an observation and observation for child 3 was not signed.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1 did not shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1 and 2 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 4 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 4 was missing fee agreement
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing 1 reference letter
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Provider was unable to locate incident report for when the child was hit with a block
Certification ERepresentative observed an broken "globe" facing the fence on the outdooe embedded play equipment
File records for Child #1 and Child #3 did not include the address(Child #1) and telephone number (Child#3) of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
File record for Child #2 and Child #4 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
File record for Child #2 and Child #4 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Windows on the second level were able to open more than 6 inches
Certification Representative observed chipped paint in the Crayola Room and Snuggle Room
Cerification Representative observed high chairs in the Snuggle Classroom missing T-shaped safety strap.
During the unannounced inspection on 3/29/23 the file for staff person #1 did not have a PA Child abuse clearance or NSOR clearance. Staff person # 3 did not have an FBI clearance, NSOR clearance or mandated reporter's training.
During the unannounced inspection on 3/29/2023 21 preschool aged children were observed with two staff in the Shining Stars room. Staff person #5 was observed working alone with 11 preschool aged children.
The unannounced inspection on 3/29/2023 revealed that staff persons #1 #2 #3 and #4 did not have verification of Emergency plan training on file at the facility.
During the unannounced inspection on 3/29/2023 the staff person #1 was observed working with children. Staff person #1 is 17 years old.
During the unannounced inspection on 3/29/2023 the file for staff persons #1 #2 and #3 did not have verification of the required health and safety training. Staff persons #1 #2 and #3 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the unannounced inspection on 3/29/2023 the file for staff person #1 did not have a health assessment.
Individual #4 confirmed that child #1 #2 and #3 were alone on the side of the building near the classroom door and no staff persons were in view. Individual #1 looked inside the classroom but the classroom was empty. Individual #4 took child #1 by the hand and the other two children and located a staff member to inform them the children were alone. Individual #4 stated the children were alone for several minutes.
During the renewal inspection on 11/17/2022 staff person #3 had an expired Child Abuse Clearance and expired Mandated Reporter's training on file at the facility. Staff person #5 did not have a disclosure on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 11/17/2022 the following areas were observed in the Disney classroom: 1. A light cover was missing over a set of tube lights. 2, An exposed bolt holding the toilet down to the floor was missing a protective cap in the bathroom area.
During the renewal inspection on 11/17/2022 two white bookshelves in the Shining Stars rooms and a brown bookshelf in the upstairs back classroom have a narrow base and tipping hazard. These shelves were not mounted to prevent tipping. A play equipment (Police Car) was on an uneven surface and had a tipping hazard on the preschool playground.
During the renewal inspeciton on 11/17/2022 staff persons #3 #4 and #5 did not have a current health assessment on file at the facility. Staff person #4 did not have a current health assessment for initial hire or current TB testing dates and results.
During the renewal inspection on 11/17/2022 the health assessment for child #1 was expired.
During the renewal inspection on 11/17/2022 staff person #2 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection on 11/17/2022 the file for staff person #1 did not have verification of education on file at the faciltiy.
During the renewal inspection on 11/17/2022 the file for staff person #1 had a written reference that did not include the full name of the person providing the reference. (No last name was provided).
During the investigation on 8/23/2022 it was confirmed that management at the facility were made aware that child #1 was treated at the Emergency Room. The Operator did not notify the South East Regional office that a child received emergency room treatment.
During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/2022 the following areas were observed on the playground: 1.Damaged fence on the front of the preschool playground, 2.Damaged stroller on the playground (torn seats/dirty/debri). 3.Standing dirty water on toys in the toddler playground area. The following areas were observed inside the childcare facility: 1.A damaged red child's couch in the Disney room. (torn cushions) 2.Damaged rug at the seam (padding exposed) in the Disney room,3. Damaged baseboard heater in the Disney room bathroom (Broken guard and rust. 4. Unsecured air conditioner cord in the infant room.
The operator reported that on 7/14/2022 staff person #1 was witnessed "playing a Cowboy game" with a group of preschool aged children. Staff person #1 used painter's tape to bond the wrists together of child #1 and Child #2 as part of the game.
During the unannounced inspection on 7/19/2022 the following areas of non-compliance were observed: 1. The play stair climber in the young toddler room had areas were the rug was damaged on the steps 2. The front gate was broken 3. The closet door in the Disney classroom was broken.
During the unannounced inspection on 7/19/2022 the toilet in the Disney classroom was not working properly.
During an unannounced inspection on 7/19/2022 the lobby area at the bottom of the stairs that go to the upstairs preschool classroom (Front of Building) a plastic shelf, and cardboard decorations were observed stored in this area, partially blocking the exit path and front door area.
During the unannounced inspection on 7/19/2022 the cover to the smoke detector located outside of the kitchen was not full connected to the device.
During the unannounced inspection 3/25/2022 10 older toddlers and 2 young toddlers were observed in a classroom with staff persons #1 and #2,
During the renewal inspection on 12/14/2021 a review of the staff files revealed the following: Staff person #1, hired on 10/22/21 did not have an FBI clearance on file at the facility. Staff person #3 did not have a DHS FBI clearance on file at the facility.
During the renewal on 12/14/2021 the electric heater was missing a section of the cover/guard in the Crayola classroom. The heater is in an area accessible to the children.
During the renewal inspection on 12/14/2021 the toilet bolts (holding the toilet to the floor) were missing the protective covers. The bolts were sticking up and had areas of rust. This was observed in the bathrooms used by the preschool and toddler aged children.
During the renewal inspection on 12/14/2021 a review of the staff files revealed staff person #2 does not have a current health assessment on file as required.
During the unannounced inspection on 11/3/2021 child #9 and #10 were observed sleeping in bouncy seats in an elevated position.
During the unannounced inspection on 11/3/2021 cleaning products were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the infant room.
During the unannounced inspection on 11/3/2021 the an unlidded waste receptacle was observed in the three year old bathroom.
During the unannounced inspection on 11/3/3021 the child #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 were observed in the preschool classroom on nap mats that were no spaced with a least 2 feel of space on three sides. Child #8 was observed sleeping in a crib that did not have two feet of space on three sides. This is continued non-compliance from SIN-00185028.
During the unannounced inspection on 11/3/2021 the bottles for child #6 and #7 were not labeled with the infants name.
“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
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) | $51.00 | $45.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $51.00 | $45.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $48.00 | $42.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $46.00 | $41.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $45.00 | $41.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.00 | $41.00 |
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 Radcliffe Learning Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 12 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 Jul 15, 2026 (staff ratios): “During unannounced visit certification rep observed 14 children with one staff in the Disney classroom. The age of the youngest child in the classroom was 2 years old.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Radcliffe Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists 6 complaint investigations 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 Radcliffe Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jun 6, 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 Radcliffe Learning Center compare with other daycares in Bristol?
It is #6 of 9 centers in Bristol by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Radcliffe Learning Center last inspected?
Jul 15, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Radcliffe Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $51.00 for newborn, $51.00 for infant, $48.00 for young toddler, $46.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Radcliffe Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Radcliffe Learning Center 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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