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Radcliffe Learning Center

1101 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA 19007 · Bucks County
4 core-safety citations in last 12 months 6 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4

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.

Inspection record

More citations than 65% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#6 of 9 centers in Bristol
12 Core-safety citations
54 Other citations
12 Inspections
6 Complaint investigations that found violations
66 citations from 18 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 26 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 15, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 15, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 12, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 5, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Dec 15, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 27, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 25, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 7, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 29, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 21, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 17, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Aug 23, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 19, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Jul 19, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 25, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 14, 2021 · Inspection · no citation Dec 14, 2021 · Inspection · citation found Nov 3, 2021 · 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 22
Records & paperwork 16
Training & qualifications 5
Health & medication 5
Staff ratios 4
Emergency preparedness 4
Supervision 3
Background checks 3
Food & feeding 2
Caregiver conduct 1
Sleep safety 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 15, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level/Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.52/3270.113(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 14, 2026): “Corrected immediately-the 2 year old was moved to a different classroom and a 2nd teachers was placed in Disney. Ratios were reviewed and all teachers signed off confirming this.”
Citation Jul 15, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
Staff 1 was missing verification of child care experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 2, 2026): “This was correct immediately. It was printed and placed in the staff file.”
Citation Jul 15, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff 1 was missing 1 written reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 2, 2026): “This was correct immediately. It was printed and placed in the staff file.”
Core safety Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 5, 2026): “This violation was reviewed with teachers on 6/16/26 and reinforced the requirement that children must be actively supervised at all times. All staff will be retrained on active supervision practices, including maintaining sight and sound supervision, appropriate staff positioning, and ensuring no…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Certification rep observed a hole in the wall in front of the Disney classroom
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “A work order has been submitted to repair the damaged wall. We are awaiting the maintenance team to complete the repair. The area is covered for now will continue to be monitored to ensure it does not present a safety hazard until the repair is completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Core safety Jun 5, 2026 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 15, 2026): “Implementing check points during transitions, completing and maintaining a count at these check points. Setting reminders to every half hour to do a name to face checks as to ensure all children are accounted for at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 15, 2025 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Ratio was corrected. Another staff was added to the room. Center director will do room checks and ensure staff are in constant communication with directors.”
Citation Dec 15, 2025 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The water temperature in the Disney classroom was 111° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Center director will have someone come out to lower the temperature. (repair complete)”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan. emergency plan did not have continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Emergency plan will be updated including the continuity of operatations.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan. The emergency plan wasn't reviewed and updated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Annual drill was filled out/ completed and filed”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During renewal inspection certification rep observed missing outlet cover in Inch worms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “The classroom teacher covered the outlets.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In the Disney bathroom, certification rep observed an unlabeled cleaning spray bottle with a purple solution inside of it accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “A New lock was put on the shelf and spray bottle was labled.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Good repair/Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(c)/3270.72(d)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2026): “Director put in a work order for both windows to be repaired.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “A work order was put in for wall repair/ painting”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The couch in the Disney room was ripped. The mats in Crayola, Disney and Sunshine were ripped exposing the foam.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Couch was thrown out and new one was ordered.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator in the prek room on the second floor was missing a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Thermometer was ordered and placed in the refrigerator.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
An emergency drill was not documented and on file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Annual emergency drill was filled out and on file.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed liability insurance. Liability insurance submitted was dated 6-17-24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Director requested an updated form/ liability insurance. Director explained the importance of keeping an updated COL on file.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Employee completed fire safety. Director added it to her file.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Staff 3 requested copy of her high school diploma and this will be added to her file.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Child 2 was missing an observation and observation for child 3 was not signed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Both observations have since been filled out. Signed and filed.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 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 shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Parent filled out missing "release" section.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Company was notified that a new fee agreement needed to be made. We added the admission date in the meantime.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 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 4 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “work address and phone number have been added by child 4's parent.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 4 was missing fee agreement
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Parent filled out a new fee agreement.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing 1 reference letter
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Director asked staff member 1 to provider an additional reference letter.”
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Citation Aug 27, 2025 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
Provider was unable to locate incident report for when the child was hit with a block
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 16, 2025): “Director had meeting with both classroom staff members. Director went over proper documentation of incident reports.”
Citation Nov 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Certification ERepresentative observed an broken "globe" facing the fence on the outdooe embedded play equipment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2025): “The broken globe is not fixed and the facility is still awaiting information from the manufactor to get the globe repaired/rteplaced; Owner/ Director will tape off the eqipment to restricting access to children until the equipment can be repaired”
Citation Nov 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
File records for Child #1 and Child #3 did not include the address(Child #1&#3) and telephone number (Child#3) of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2025): “File records for Child #1 and Child #3 were updated to include the addresses and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Nov 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
File record for Child #2 and Child #4 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2025): “File record for Child #2 and Child #4 were updated to include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.”
Citation Nov 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
File record for Child #2 and Child #4 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2025): “File record for Child #2 and Child #4 was updated to include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Citation Nov 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(d)
Windows on the second level were able to open more than 6 inches
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “The windows on the second floor will have new latches so that they will not open more than 6 inches”
Citation Nov 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Certification Representative observed chipped paint in the Crayola Room and Snuggle Room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Peeled or damaged plaster will be repaired in the Crayola and Snuggle rooms; Painters are scheduled for 11/28/23”
Citation Nov 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105
Cerification Representative observed high chairs in the Snuggle Classroom missing T-shaped safety strap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “High chairs were thrown out and replaced with ones that have wide base and a T-shaped safety strap”
Core safety Mar 29, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2023): “Staff person #1 will have PA Child Abuse Clearance or NSOR clearance to work with children. Staff person #3 will have FBI clearance or NSOR.”
Core safety Mar 29, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 28, 2023): “Director wlll do two checks for ratio and move children to another classroom to comply with ratio. Also hiring another staff member as a floater will try to be attained to meet ratio.”
Citation Mar 29, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2023): “The operator will make sure that staff #1#2and#3#4 will have Emergency plan training.”
Citation Mar 29, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff person - 18 yrs. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(b)
During the unannounced inspection on 3/29/2023 the staff person #1 was observed working with children. Staff person #1 is 17 years old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2023): “Staff #1 will work with proper documentation of completing her course load.”
Citation Mar 29, 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 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2023): “Staff persons #1 #2 #3 will obtain the required health and safety training and pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Staff persons #1 #2 and #3 will not work alone and will be supervised by an AGS of GS who have completed the required health and safety training including…”
Citation Mar 29, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
During the unannounced inspection on 3/29/2023 the file for staff person #1 did not have a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2023): “Staff #1 will have a health assessment to work with children.”
Core safety Feb 21, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2023): “Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.”
Core safety Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2022): “Staff will obtain required CPSL clearance information as required. Staff person #3 no longer works at the facility.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 7, 2022): “Light Cover was missing in Disney room the light cover will be replaced. An exposed bolt was missing. The bolt cover will be placed on the toilet bolt.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair/Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)/3270.104(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 7, 2022): “Two white bookshelves in Shining Stars will be bracketed to the wall to prevent tippng. Brown book -shelf will be bracketed to wall to prevent tipping. The police car will be leveled so it will not cause injury.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 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 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2022): “Staff persons #3# 4 and #5 will have updated health assessment. Staff #3 no longer works at the facility.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
During the renewal inspection on 11/17/2022 the health assessment for child #1 was expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2022): “All children will have an updated with health assessments.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 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 11/17/2022 staff person #2 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2022): “Staff person #2 will obtain pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation from an approved trainer PQUAS and curriculum within 15 days. During this time staff person #2 will be supervised by an AGS of GS who has completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary…”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2022): “Staff person #1 will have verification of education on file at the facility.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
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).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2022): “Staff person #1 will have written reference on file and include the name of person providing the references.”
Citation Aug 23, 2022 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child 55 Pa. Code §3270.20(a)(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2022): “When children are treated in the emergency room the operator will contact the South East Regional office to notify of an emergency room visit.”
Citation Aug 23, 2022 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.102(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2022): “The playground fence was fixed on 8/26/22, new bar was replaced. The stroller was thrown away in the trash on 8/24/22. Standing water was fixed and dumped with toys on 8/24/2022 The red couch was thrown away on 8/23/22. The rug was fixed on 9/8/22. The baseboard was adjusted with fresh cat of…”
Core safety Jul 19, 2022 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2022): “Staff person #1 no longer works at the facility. Staff are not permitted to restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked roomThe director will review supervision regulations with all staff persons.…”
Citation Jul 19, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2022): “The stair climber will be removed immediately and will be replaced or repaired. The front gate will be replaced or repaired and the closet door will be replaced or repaired.”
Citation Jul 19, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During the unannounced inspection on 7/19/2022 the toilet in the Disney classroom was not working properly.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2022): “A repair person was contacted for the toilet that had clogged. It will be repaired this evening.”
Citation Jul 19, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2022): “All items will be removed from the area. The director and staff will ensure that all Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.”
Citation Jul 19, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2022): “The cover will be locked into place and the fire detection system will be sounded to ensure that it is working properly.”
Core safety Mar 25, 2022 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
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,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2022): “The ratio's were not maintained due to the age of two toddlers who were younger than 2years. Ages have been reviewed and classroom makeups with children and staff were adjusted to maintain staff child ratios that were compliant.”
Core safety Dec 14, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 18, 2022): “Both Staff members #1 and #3 have been notified that they are unable to work in a childcare facility until all required documents are on file. Employee #3 FBI appt. on 12/30/21”
Citation Dec 14, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “A replacement electric heater guard has been ordered in the meantime, that specific area has been blocked off. It was replaced as of 12/29/21.”
Citation Dec 14, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “The toilet covers have been replaced with protective covers.”
Citation Dec 14, 2021 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 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Staff member #2 has scheduled an appointment for her health assessment.”
Core safety Nov 3, 2021 Inspection Sleep safety
Clean, age appropriate/Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)/3270.119
During the unannounced inspection on 11/3/2021 child #9 and #10 were observed sleeping in bouncy seats in an elevated position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Our plan for correction is not only to speak with these staff members but to properly train them on the proper way for a child to sleep while in our care. Child #9 and #10 will not sleep in the bouncy seat. Infants willl be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of…”
Citation Nov 3, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the unannounced inspection on 11/3/2021 cleaning products were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2021): “Our plan for correction is to properly train/show staff the importance of having cleaning/toxic materials kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible. A child safety lock was placed on the cabinet door.”
Citation Nov 3, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
During the unannounced inspection on 11/3/2021 the an unlidded waste receptacle was observed in the three year old bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “A new trash can/waste receptacle with a proper lid has been ordered for the three year old bathroom.”
Citation Nov 3, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Director will go into the room prior to nap to show each staff member how the nap mats should be placed in the room. This includes the spacing between them.”
Citation Nov 3, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
During the unannounced inspection on 11/3/2021 the bottles for child #6 and #7 were not labeled with the infants name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “We have spoken with each staff member. We informed them not only on the importance of labeling but told them this must be done for each child. We also plan on sending home a letter to each parent on the issue as well.”

“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 Jun 5, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Dec 15, 2025 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Aug 27, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Feb 21, 2023 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Aug 23, 2022 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jul 19, 2022 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) $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

Capacity 118 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 23, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Jun 6, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Radcliffe Learning Center INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 785-5569
State certificate # CER-00251026
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
Not checked by Daycare Record

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.

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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