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229 S 52nd St, Philadelphia PA 19139 · License #CER-00254719 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not include a current emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 4, may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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. Facility Person # 4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 4, did not include the correct disclosure statement.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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
During the inspection, it was observed that the following rooms did not have their resting equipment labeled properly. The infant room, young toddler room, and the preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: physical safety. 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.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · 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.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 3, did not include address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, did not have a current immunization record.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
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.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 4, did not include an updated emergency contact sheet, and child 5, did not include an updated agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 3, did not include acceptable verification of experience.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(3) · 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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not include a current health assessment, staff 4 did not include a completed health assessment nor PPD, and staff 5 did not include a complete health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: health medication. 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). 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. Facility Person # 1-2, may not work in a child care position at the facility.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not contain their state police clearance nor their mandated reporter training. Staff 2 did not have their mandated reporter training.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 9, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(b) · A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4).
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have a current director.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2026
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 ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not conducted a fire drill nor did they have documentation of fire drills.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 7, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. 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. Facility Person # 1, 2, may not work in a child care position at the facility.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have a current mandated reporter training. Staff 1 did not have a current state police clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(b) · A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4).
During the inspection, it was observed that there was no director.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the critera specified in §3270.95Ia)(1)- (a)(9) are met
While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have documentation that they were conducting fire drills.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
During my investigation, I verified that staff 1 was not properly supervising the children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.136(c) · If a child becomes ill at the facility, the operator shall notify the child's parent as soon as possible.
During my investigation, I was able to verify that the child's parent was not notified that their child was sick as soon as possible.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2025
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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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. Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, hired June 2021, did not contain a current NSOR certification.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2025
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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not include a current written evaluation.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76 · 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.
During the inspection, it was observed that the bumper guard on the corner of the wall in the infant space is peeling off. I also observed a hole in the wall in the play space.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During the inspection, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the half wall near the door in the space by the front door, and peeling paint on the wall in the space by the kitchen. As well as the play space wall.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not contain a copy of their immunize record.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
During the inspection, it was observed that child 1, did not have a written feeding schedule from their parent.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(3) · 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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not contain a current health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
During my walk through I observed 2 children being removed from a room in the basement. After moving to the room in the basement I observed the room had 12 preschoolers and 1 staff member.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
During my investigation I observed 4 children being moved from a class in the basement because the room was over ratio which makes it hard to supervise the children properly.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
During my walk through I observed 2 children being removed from a room in the basement. After moving to the room in the basement I observed the room had 12 preschoolers and 1 staff member.
Corrected Corrected by May 10, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
During my investigation I observed 4 children being moved from a class in the basement because the room was over ratio which makes it hard to supervise the children properly.
Corrected Corrected by May 24, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had peeling paint on the wall by the cubbies in the young toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.117(a) · A child shall be released only to the child's parent or to an individual designated in writing by the enrolling parent. A child shall be released to either parent unless a court order on file at the facility states otherwise.
During my investigation I found that the facility was not releasing children to parent or to an individual designated in writing by the enrolling parent, even with a court order.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During the renewal inspection dated 4/12/2023, certification representative observed that in the Busy Bee room there were 2 electrical outlets that were accessible to children, and did not have receptacle covers on them.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
During renewal inspection dated 4/12/2023, certification representative observed that there was toxic cleaning materials on top of a cubby and it was accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During renewal inspection dated 4/12/2023, certification representative observed that in the Brightstar room down stairs that paint was chipping on the wall, and there was damaged plaster on a different wall.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · 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.
During the renewal inspection dated 4/12/2023, certification representative observed a child's cot that had a hole in the mesh of the cot.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
During the renewal inspection dated 4/12/2023, certification representative observed that in the Bright Star Room there were 2 cubbies and a shelf that posed as a safey hazard because the furniture was not secured
Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(c) · A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
During the renewal inspection dated 4/12/2023, certification reviewed file for child #1 and it did not have a physician signature on the health report.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
During the renewal inspection dated 4/12/2023, certification representative reviewed child # 1 file and there was no immunization record present in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
During the renewal inspection dated 4/12/2023, certification representative observed that child #1 file did not have an immuzation record in it.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 unannounced monitoring on 8/19/22, while reviewing staff files, Staff # 1, 2 , 3 and 4 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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 unannounced monitoring on 8/19/22 while reviewing staff files, Staff# 2 listed as Driver was observed in the classroom did not have documentation of fire safety training in file
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- 2,3,4, 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. Facility Person #---2,3,4, may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During unannounced monitoring on 8/19/22 while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following - Facility Staff # 2 listed as Driver was observed in the preschool classroom had an incomplete State Police Clearance dated 4/30/18, Child Abuse dated 6/4/15, and a FBI dated 3/2/18 that did not have a Rap Sheet attached - Facility Staff # 3 and #4 was observed in the facility's kitchen preparing lunch did not have a file at the facility
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times.
During unannounced monitoring on 8/19/22, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 5 was observed working alone in the infant room with 3 infants and 2 young toddlers - Staff #6 was observed alone on the facility's playground with 9 children 2- 2yer old and 7 - 3 yr old
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · 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.
During unannounced monitoring on 8/19/22 while reviewing staff files, Facility Staff # 2 did not have documentation of health assessment and TB in file
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
During unannounced monitoring on 8/19/22 , while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed Facility staff # 3 and # 4 preparing lunch in the facility's kitchen. There were no files for facility staff # 3 and # 4
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76 · 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.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, BROWN SPOTS OBSERVED ON THE DROP CEILING TILES ON THE FIRST FLOOR AND THE BASEMENT FRONT ROOM CEILING. DUST AND DIRT OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND WOODWORK, CHIPPED PAINT ON THE HALF WALLS IN THE FRONT AND BACK AREA CHILD CARE SPACE ON THE LEFT SECTION FOR THE YOUNGER AND OLDER TODDLERS.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, IN THE OUTDOOR PLAYSPACE, DAMAGED PLASTER AND PEELING PAINT WERE OBSERVED ON ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE RIGHTSIDE WALL.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, IN THE YOUNGER TODDLER SPACE FORNT AREA, A BROKEN CHIPPED BOOKSHELF WITH EXPOSED SCREWS, AND BROKEN LARGE PINK WOODEN DOLLHOUSE WAS OBSERVED. IN THE OUTSIDE PLAYSPACE A RED RIDING TOY WAS OBSERVED TO HAVE A BROKEN SEAT WITH SHARP POINTS WHICH IS A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE CHILDREN.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(4) · 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. Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility unsupervised.
FACILITY STAFF PERSON # 2 HAS NOT COMPLETED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING WITHIN THE LAST 60 MONTHS. THIS IS EVIDENCED BY THE PREVIOUSLY DOCUMENTED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING ON FILE BEING DATED 3/21/2017.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
FACILITY STAFF PERSON # 1 AND FACILITY STAFF PERSON # 3 HAS NOT OBTAINED THE ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.
DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON 11/21/2021, RODENT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED IN THE KITCHEN ON THE FLOOR IN THE RIGHT CORNER BY THE COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATOR.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.