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The Childrens School At St Johns

Bala Cynwyd, PA · Montgomery County
404 Levering Mill Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
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Quick Facts

Capacity
112 children
Languages
English, Chinese - Mandarin, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 664-4588
404 Levering Mill Rd
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00254049
License Issued
Apr 25, 2026
Active Through
Apr 25, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 17

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About the Provider

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The Children's School at Saint John's is committed to the development of the whole child - physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually. Our program offers a stimulating "hands on" approach to learning. The use of interest areas within our classroom allows for a more individual experience. We strive to offer a safe, warm, and loving community where children can come together to develop according to their individual needs and interests.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-02-19 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26, it was observed that the records of child #3, child #4 child #5, child #6, child #7, and child #8 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director had the parents of children #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, and #8 complete the arrival and departure times on the agreement form.
2026-02-19 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26, it was observed that the records of children #1, #4, and #5 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director will have the parents complete the work addresses and telephone numbers for the enrolling parents
2026-02-19 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26, it was observed that the records of children #4, #6, and #7 did not include information on the child's special needs.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director will have the parents complete all of the boxes of the special needs section.
2026-02-19 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include the address and telephone number of the person to whom the child may be released. The records of children #7 and #8 did not include the address of the person to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director will have the parents of children #1, #7, and #8 provide an address and telephone numbers for release persons
2026-02-19 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26, it was observed that the records of children #1 and #3 did not contain and updated health report. Documents dated 9/30/24 and 7/25/24 respectively.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director will have the parents provide an up-to-date health report
2026-02-19 Renewal 3270.133(1) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(1)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26, it was observed that the medication for child #2 was not contained in the original container.

Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director will have the parent provide the medication in the original box with the prescription
2026-02-19 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26 it was observed that the records of staff #1 did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director will have the staff contact the doctor and include TB screening
2026-02-19 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 2/19/26, it was observed that the exit from the lower level was obstructed with snow and ice.

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.)
The director notified the landscaper, and he came out and shoveled the snow and ice away
2025-09-29 Self-Reported Non Compliance 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 9/29/25, it was determined that staff #1 struck child on the cheek

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Program terminated staff #1 effective 9/23/25. Program notified board of Directors, self-reported incident to DHS and followed up with parent.
2025-02-26 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/26/25, it was observed that the records of child #2, child #4, child #5, child #6 and child #7 did not include child's arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain the child's arrival and departure times
2025-02-26 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/26/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, Child #5, child #6 and child #7 contained the original agreement.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will photo copy the original agreement and give the original to the parents
2025-02-26 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/26/25, it was observed that the records of child #3, and child #4 did not contain the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain and review all forms and make sure that home and work addresses are completed.
2025-02-26 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/26/25, it was observed that the records of child #3, child #4 and child #6 did not include information on the child's special needs.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain information about child's special needs on the emergency contact form.
2025-02-26 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 2/26/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an acceptable Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance as required by the CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services) LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has obtained and submitted the correct FBI clearance
2024-03-11 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 3/11/24, it was observed that there were stained ceiling tiles in the 2nd floor bathrooms, hallway, and Toddler room.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Providers handyman will replace stained ceiling tiles on 2nd floor bathrooms, hallway, and toddler rooms with new tiles.

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