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2600 B St, Philadelphia PA 19125 · License #CER-00252793 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 the allocated unannounced monitoring, certification representative reviewed 2 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include an updated health assessment. (last 4/1/24)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.18(a) · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the comprehensive general liability insurance expired on 2/28/26
Corrected by Mar 6, 2026
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
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: 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 and #2--- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #1 and #2 did not include the update disclosure statement that was effective: February 1, 2025.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
During the renewal inspections, certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and observed a toilet in the last stall close to the window in disrepair the bathroom is across from the main office.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.18(a) · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY FILES AND THE COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE EXPIRED ON 2/28/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 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.
DUDRING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH AND THE TRASH CAN IN ROOM 3 NEXT TO THE CHILDRENS COMPUTER DESK, AND IN THE BATHROOMS OF ROOM 3, ROOM 6, AND ROOM 7 DID NOT HAVE A TRASH CAN LID.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 21, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
DURING THE RENWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 CHILDRENS FILES AND THE HEALTH REPORTS FOR CHILD #1, #2 AND #3 DID NOT INCLUDE THE STATEMENT THAT THE CHILD IS ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN CHILD CARE AND APPEARS TO BE FREE FROM CONTAGIOUS OR COMMUNICABLE DISEASE.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 4 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES OF STAFF #1 AND STAFF #2 DID NOT INCLUDE PEDIATRICE FIRST AID AND CPR TRAINING WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address recognition for potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying, fussing or distraught child and the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76/3270.77(a) · 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and there was chipped paint throughout in the following areas: GREY WALL ACROSS FROM TOILET IN ROOM 7.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and staff #1 and staff #2 did not know how many children were assigned to them.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. 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.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file for staff #3, STAFF #4, staff #5 and staff 68 did not include a verification of child care experience.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
While conducting a renewal inspection on 5/11/23 it was observed the 1st floor bathroom in classroom # 1; the toilet area in classroom# 2 and toilet area in classroom #3 did not have the required handwashing signs posted.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
While conducting a renewal inspection on 5/11/23 it was observed classroom #4 located on the 2nd floor dramatic play area kitchen handle is broken and a sharp nail is exposed causing a cutting threat to children.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
While conducting a renewal inspection on 5/11/23 it was observed child#1 emergency contact form has not been reviewed or updated within 6 month period
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT STATE THE METHOD TO INFORM PARENTS EMERGENCY HAS ENDED ADN INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOW TO SAFELY BE REUNITED WITH THEIR CHILDREN.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT STATE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANT, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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 THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, THERE WAS AN AIR FRESHENER IN THE RESTROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR UNDER THE UNLOCKED CABINET ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD. THERE WAS ALSO PURELL IN ROOM2 AND 5, GERM BE GONE IN ROOM 3 AND 7, THAT READ KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN, THAT WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, THERE WAS A BOTTLE WITH CLEAR SOLUTION UNDER THE UNLOCKED CABINENT IN THE FIRST FLOOR BATHROOM NOT LABELED.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, THERE WERE MOUSE TRAPS ON THE FLOOR ACCESSIBLE TO CHLDREN CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD IN THE CHILD CARE SPACE OF ROOM 5.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, ROOM 5 DID NOT HAVE A FIRST AID KIT PRESENT IN THE ROOM.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2022
Category: health medication. 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 ON 4/11/22, THERE WAS A LARGE HEAVY BOX ACCESSIBLE TO CHLDREN IN ROOM 7 NOT DURABLE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 13, 2022
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.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, THERE WAS A COT PRESENT IN ROOM ONE NOT LABELED.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, THE DAILY ACTIVITY WAS NOT POSTED IN THE CLASSROOM 1,5, AND 7
Corrected Corrected by Apr 13, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, STAFF WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM FOR THE CHILD CARE PRESENT IN THE SPACE.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, ROOM 1 AND 7 DID NOT HAVE A WRITTEN PLAN POSTED IDENTIFYING THE MEANS OF TRANSPORTING A CHILD TO EMERGENCY CARE AND STAFFING PROVISIONS IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY THAT ALSO STATES WHO SHALL ACCOMPANY A STAFF PERSON WHO LEAVES ON AN EXCURSION WITH CHILDREN.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2022
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(1) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT STATE THE LOCK DOWN INFORMATION ON THE PLAN.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 4/11/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN HAS NOT BEEN SENT TO THE LOCAL MUNICPALITY AND COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.