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4344 N 5th St, Philadelphia PA 19140 · License #CER-00249225 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the prevention and identification of child maltreatment was not addressed in the facility's Shaken Baby Syndrome policy. There was no written agreement between the school and childcare program's legal entity documenting the school's process for the disposal of hazardous materials and biological contaminants.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the files of all staff persons did not include the updated Disclosure forms.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the trash cans in the cafeteria had trash and napkins that appeared to be contaminated by human secretions.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2025
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the refrigerator where the program stores food read 49° F.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 7, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, several children were in the bathroom unsupervised.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · 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.
On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement forms of child #1 and child #4 did not include the date of admission.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #3 did not include the phone number of the child's physician/source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #2 did not include health insurance/MA coverage and policy number. The emergency contact form of child #3 did not include health insurance/MA policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 7, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(5) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, an evacuation route was not posted on the entrance level of the school.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 12, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan. The emergency plan was missing continuity of operations.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 5.5 annual training hours.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 2 and 3 was missing annual evaluation.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · 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.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1,2,3 and 4 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 2 was missing name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 2,4 and 5 work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 6 was missing emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 and 4 did not have a current first aid/cpr in their file.During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 6 was missing fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2 and 6- will have until _12-6-23____ (actual date- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #-2 and 6-- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #--, staff person #-2- may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #2-- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: 10 hour health and safety training. Staff 5 is also missing 1 hour updated health and safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 5 and 6 were missing written annual evaluation.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(b)(4) · A director shall have attained an associate's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 4 years of experience with children.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 5 was missing her transcripts from her file. Certification rep was unable to determine is staff met the qualifications of a director.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 child care experience needs to be verified.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed first aid bags. One of the first aid bags was missing tweezers.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1, 2,3 and 4 were missing work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact for 6 was missing work address of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 1 and 2 was missing health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · 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.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 5 was missing parent's signature. During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Child 1,2,3,4,5 and 6 were missing fee agreements from their file.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 and 2 was missing signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 1, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 1 reference letter.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
During renewal inspection certification rep asked for emergency drill log. Annual emergency drill was not documented and on file at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
During renewal inspection certification rep asked for fire drill log. Fire drill was not conducted.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 6 was missing 12 annual training hours.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.25(a)/3270.171(c) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, INFORMATION ON HOW TO ACCESS THE REGULATIONS, THE REGIONAL OFFICE CONTACT INFORMATION, AND THE WRITTEN NOTIFICATION OF SAFE DROP OFF AND PICK UP ROUTES WERE NOT POSTED ON THE PARENT BOARD OR IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · 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.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1 (HIRED 9/27/21) DID NOT CONTAIN COMPLETE CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED BY THE CPSL. THE LEGAL ENTITY HAS AN APPROVED PROVISIONAL HIRE WAIVER ON FILE, HOWEVER STAFF PERSON #1 IS PAST THE PROVISIONAL HIRE DATE (11/11/21)AND DOES NOT HAVE A COMPLETE PA CRIMINAL CLEARANCE, COMPLETE FBI CLEARANCE, OR COMPLETE NSOR VERIFICATION ON FILE. ONLY RECEIPTS FOR THESE CLEARANCES ARE ON FILE.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.