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On record in Pennsylvania.
2010 N VAN PELT ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
- Hours
- 6 AM–5:30 PM
- Licensed for
- 147 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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 BRIGHTSIDE 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
- 100140532-0073
- License status
- LICENSED
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Licensed capacity
- 147 children
- Address
- 2010 N VAN PELT ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- +12152325010
- 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
The 6 most recent of 14 Google reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
Been good having my girls here since new management started and I have no complaints. Safe clean and professional environment currently. They’re good with me as long as no thefts and my kids are in no danger/harms way…the older kids teach my 5yo new dance moves everyweek lol 😊😊 Good at retrieving missing items, great meal plans and professional employees
Sierra ShakiaDec 29, 2025I switched my kids out ver too Brightside and it was the best thing i could of did, I want to say a Big Thank You too Ms.Alexis, Ms.Delores,Ms.Quay Me and My Boys Love Yall
tynara ParksSep 12, 2025Miss Alexis is the best director Brightside has ever had. She’s very attentive to her job and is very respectful and compassionate for the parents of her students. I will refer everyone to this Brightside location. They need more leaders like her.
Potter RileyJul 7, 2025Really good staff and clean and organized daycare I highly recommend
Khiry DunstonJul 7, 2025I couldn’t be happier with the care my baby receives at Brightside VanPelt! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel welcomed and at ease. They are incredibly loving, patient, and attentive — I can tell my baby feels safe and happy every single day. The center is always clean, organized, and filled with age-appropriate toys and activities that keep the little ones engaged. Most importantly, Ms. Qway takes great care of my son. She’s not just watching him; she’s helping him grow and thrive. I’m so grateful we found such a nurturing and trustworthy place. Highly recommend to any parent looking for quality infant care!
Angenette CoxJul 7, 2025I love this daycare, I have no complaints! Sickness is something that can't be avoided. Virus prevention starts at home. Staff is amazing!
Mikennzie MontgomeySep 24, 2019
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
How the reviews split
The 4.6 average comes from 14 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star12
- 4 star1
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star1
Questions parents ask about BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY
Is BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY a licensed child care provider in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY holds Pennsylvania certificate 100140532-0073, listed as "LICENSED" by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning in Philadelphia County. The current certificate runs to September 17, 2026. Confirm current standing at compass.dhs.pa.gov/providersearch before enrolling.
What is BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY's Keystone STARS rating?
- Pennsylvania rates BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY STAR 4, on a scale of one to four where four is highest. That tier took effect on January 11, 2026. Keystone STARS measures programme standards such as staff qualifications and learning environment, not inspection outcomes.
Does Pennsylvania record a negative sanction against BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY?
- No. The state's provider dataset records no negative sanction against BRIGHTSIDE 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 BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY accept child care subsidy?
- Yes. BRIGHTSIDE 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 18.
Does this page show inspection results for BRIGHTSIDE 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 BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY's inspection history either way. Look the provider up there and read the licensing inspection record.
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