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Home › PA › Philadelphia › Little 1 S First Start Daycare
2052 S Hemberger St, Philadelphia PA 19145 · License #CER-00241580 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 6/2/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not reflect annual emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
During the renewal inspection on 6/2/26 the first aid kit observed in upstairs childcare space did not contain tweezers, scissors and soap.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(e) · A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.
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 complaint investigation on 9/16/25 upon arrival (3) children were observed sitting in highchairs and were not eating.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 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 the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 there was a knife observed on 2nd floor in sink and also on 1st floor in childcare space on table accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2025
Category: ratio. 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).
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 staff person #1 was observed answering the front door leaving staff person #2 out or ratio with (7) children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 on 6/17/25 there was a missing electrical outlet cover observed in the indoor play space.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
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 6/17/25 there was hand sanitizer observed on desk in childcare space accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2025
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 6/17/25 there was no first aid kit located in the indoor play space or 2nd floor front childcare space.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 the couch located in 1st floor childcare space was frayed and in need of repair.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2025
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 6/17/25 emergency contact from were not present in 1st floor front childcare space.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 the health assessment reviewed for child #1 was more than 12months old.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2025
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 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During the unannounced monitoring on 06/12/24, facility person #1 (hired see code sheet) does not have a completed child abuse clearance. Additionally, facility person #1 was observed in the infant room working alone with (4) children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · 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.
During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 the first aid/CPR certification reviewed for staff person #2 stated adult and not pediatric.
Corrected Corrected by May 30, 2024
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). 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. Staff person #4 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 the file reviewed for staff person #4 (hired see code sheet) contained a state police clearance dated 5/14/19 and child abuse clearance dated 05/28/19 which is more than 60 months old. There is no application in the file for an updated PSP clearance or child abuse clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2024
Category: background checks. 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 the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 the file reviewed for staff member #2 did not contain annual staff evaluation.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 staff member #1 was observed alone supervising 8 kids: youngest child 2yo requiring staff: child ratio of 1:6.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024
Category: supervision. 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 on 05/28/24 there was a missing electrical outlet protective cover observed in the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
During the renewal inspection on 5/28/24 the first aid kit located in the front room did not contain soap or tweezers. The first aid kit located in the back room did not contain tweezers, scissors, or soap.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 the health report reviewed for child #1 was dated for 07/07/22 which is more than 12 months old.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(b)/3270.151(c)(1) · A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.
During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 the file reviewed for staff member #3 did not include physical examination and a report signed by the physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 provider was unable to produce documentation of annual emergency drill.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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).
During the complaint investigation on 03/07/24. CR observed (2) staff members caring for (11) children. Youngest child was 11 months old requiring 1:4 staff: child ratio.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
Category: ratio. 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. Revise and post handwashing signs that includes the information as specified in this regulation.
Handwashing signs posted in the bathrooms did not specify that a facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. Post the written plan of daily activities in the main floor rear child care space.
The written plan of daily activities was not posted in main floor rear child care space.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 4, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(5) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility. Post evacuation routes in a conspicuous location on the second floor. Ensure that the evacuation routes remain posted.
Evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on the second floor of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 4, 2023
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. Provide and submit written verification of initial emergency plan training for the identified staff person. Ensure that all facility staff/new hires receive emergency plan training at the time of initial employment and annually.
Two staff person's records did not contain written verification of initial emergency plan training. (#2 and #3)
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(b)(2) · A director shall have attained a bachelor'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 2 years of experience with children. Obtain and submit written verification of related credits for the identified staff person. Ensure that all staff records have written verification of education and experience for their positions.
The facility director's record did not contain written verification that their bachelor's degree included 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and experience for their group supervisor position. (#1)
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · 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. Obtain and submit a current up-to-date health assessment for the identified staff persons. Ensure that staff health assessments are completed within the required timeframes as specified in this regulation.
One staff person's records did not contain a health assessment completed within 12 months prior to the date of hire. (#3)
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.