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Carters Open Arms

Brookhaven, PA · Delaware County
601 Upland Ave, Brookhaven, PA 19015
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Quick Facts

Capacity
89 children
Languages
English, Hmong
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 874-0161
601 Upland Ave
Brookhaven, PA 19015
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00247483
License Issued
Oct 14, 2025
Active Through
Oct 14, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 15

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About the Provider

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Carters Open Arms is a Child Care Center in Brookhaven PA, with a maximum capacity of 89 children. It is open Monday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 11:59 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Sunday 6:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-10-08 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/8/2025, it was observed that a bookcase in the Lil Turtles room was not attached to the wall and was a tipping hazard.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will move the bookcase out of the room or will bolt it to the wall.
2025-10-08 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/8/2025, the file for staff #1 was viewed and did not contain out of state clearances for the state of New Jersey. Furthermore, on 10/8/25 @9:35AM staff #1 was observed in the Lil Turtles Room working alone with children and was not in the vicinity of another permanent employee. (Hire Date see code sheet)

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person #1 must be removed from a childcare position by the close of business on 10/8/2025.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person #1 must be removed from a childcare position by the close of business on 10/8/2025.
2025-10-08 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/8/2025, it was observed that in the Lil Bears room there was paint chipping on the blue wall on the left.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will repaint where necessary.
2025-10-08 Renewal 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/8/2025, it was observed that a vacuum cleaner was obstructing the back exit.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will remove the vacuum cleaner and put it away in a closet.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/8/2024, Certification Representative observed cubbies were not secure to the wall in the School Age A room, the Panda room, and the Caterpillars room, This is a tipping hazard. Also, the surface laminate on the tables in the School Age A room, and the Cubs room was wearing through to the particle board in several spots.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will secure the cubbies to the wall, and will cover the tables with tablecloths.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/8/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #2, and the admission date was not specified on the agreement.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will updated the child's file by adding an admission date to the record.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/8/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #3 and there was no physician's name, address, and phone number on the emergency contact form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have the parent provide the information and maintain it in the file.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/8/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #2, and #3 and it did not contain signed parental consent for the facility to administer emergency medical care for the child.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have parent sign giving permission for facility to administer emergency medical care.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/8/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #1, and there was no insurance policy number. The file for child #3 did not have any health insurance coverage listed or policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have parent provide the insurance information for each child.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/12/2024, the child files for child #1, #2, and #3 were reviewed and the Emergency Contact Form and the financial agreement were not update in a 6-month period. The forms for child #1 were dated 9/29/22, for child #2 the Emergency Contact Form was dated 9/3/21 and agreement dated 5/10/19, and child #3 the forms were dated 7/25/22.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will review the Emergency Contact Form and the Agreement with the parents and have them sign the updates.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/12/2024, the files for child #1, and #3 were reviewed and the files did not contain an updated health report within a 12-month period. The last health assessment for child #1 was dated 6/10/19, child #3 was dated 4/17/23.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have parents get a new health assessment completed with a medical professional and update the child's file.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/8/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the file for staff person #1 and there was not a current Health Assessment dated within the last 24 months. The previous Health Assessment was dated 5/13/22.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have staff #1 get a new Health Assessment completed by a medical professional.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/8/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #2, and #3 and it did not contain signed parental consent for the facility to administer minor first aid care for the child.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have each parent sign giving permission for facility to administer minor first aid.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(6)

Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/8/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #2, and the Emergency Contact Form did not contain signed parental consent or transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have parent sign giving permission for facility to provide transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
2024-08-08 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/8/2024, Certification Representative observed there was peeling paint on the walls in the following rooms: School Age Room A, Caterpillar Room right wall bottom, the doorway, and the Cubs Room on the left wall. In the first room on the left side there was a hole in the plaster around the thermostat.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will repaint where necessary, and will fix the plaster around the thermostat.

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