1 / 5BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY
LICENSEDNot scored: too little verified data to rate this provider fairly. Why.
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On record in Pennsylvania.
8114 W CHESTER PIKE, UPPER DARBY, PA 19082
- Hours
- 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Licensed for
- 24 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
Ages and programs
Reported to DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning by BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.
Programs on record
- School-age care
The public record
- License number
- 104456902-0001
- License status
- LICENSED
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Licensed capacity
- 24 children
- Address
- 8114 W CHESTER PIKE, UPPER DARBY, PA 19082
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- +16109384745
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- September 17, 2025
- License expires
- September 17, 2026
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
From Google
Recent parent reviews
I’ve been searching for the right fit childcare center for almost five years, and I’m so grateful to have found Bright Leaders Academy Childcare Center! From day one, they have exceeded every expectation I had. Safety is clearly a top priority, which gives me peace of mind every day. The communication with parents is excellent—they keep me well informed and always welcome questions or feedback. The center's use of the Procare app gives me daily insight into the program activities and meals for my children. The learning environment is thoughtfully designed and truly age-appropriate, fostering curiosity and growth for my children. What stands out most is the incredibly caring and dedicated staff who treat every child like family. It’s evident they genuinely love what they do, and that makes all the difference. I'm grateful for Ms. Fatouma and Ms. Simi. I couldn’t be happier with my experience here and would highly recommend Bright Leaders Academy Childcare Center to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing, and educational place for their child.
Kimberly GalvezAug 28, 2025I can’t say enough good things about Bright Leaders Academy! Both of my young children attend, and the experience has been absolutely amazing. The staff is nurturing, patient, and genuinely invested in every child’s growth and well-being. The curriculum is not only educational but also fun and engaging my kids come home excited to share what they’ve learned each day. The communication from the school is excellent, and I always feel included in their progress and daily activities. It’s such a relief as a parent to know that my children are in a safe, loving, and enriching environment while I’m at work. Bright Leaders Academy truly lives up to its name they’re shaping the next generation of confident, kind, and curious little leaders. Highly recommend! Thanks Mrs. Fatouma and Ms. Simi🥰
Ria SissokoJun 5, 2025Great customer service! Answer all my questions! Very clean inside. Lots of toys and learning materials. Will leave an updated review after a couple of weeks.
Ashley smithApr 10, 2025
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
How the reviews split
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Questions parents ask about BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY
Is BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY a licensed child care provider in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY holds Pennsylvania certificate 104456902-0001, listed as "LICENSED" by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning in Delaware County. The current certificate runs to September 17, 2026. Confirm current standing at compass.dhs.pa.gov/providersearch before enrolling.
What is BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY's Keystone STARS rating?
- Pennsylvania rates BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY STAR 1, on a scale of one to four where four is highest. That tier took effect on October 14, 2025. Keystone STARS measures programme standards such as staff qualifications and learning environment, not inspection outcomes.
Does Pennsylvania record a negative sanction against BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY?
- No. The state's provider dataset records no negative sanction against BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY at the time the record was published. That is a single field in a snapshot, not a full compliance history, and it is not the same as a clean inspection record. The licensing inspection detail is at compass.dhs.pa.gov/providersearch.
Does BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY accept child care subsidy?
- Yes. BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY holds a subsidy agreement with the state. The agreement covers these age groups: Infant and toddler, Preschool, School-age. An agreement means the provider can bill the subsidy programme, not that a funded place is free today. Eligibility is decided by your Early Learning Resource Center, Early Learning Resource Center for Region 15.
Does this page show inspection results for BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY?
- No. Pennsylvania completes at least one unannounced inspection a year at every licensed provider, and publishes the results through the provider search at compass.dhs.pa.gov/providersearch. Those results are not included here, and there is no open dataset of them, so nothing on this page reflects BRIGHT LEADERS ACADEMY's inspection history either way. Look the provider up there and read the licensing inspection record.
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