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2830 N American St, Philadelphia PA 19133 · License #CER-00242935 · 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.
During the renewal inspection conducted 7/23/25, the emergency plan reviewed did not include a continuity of operations.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 conducted 7/23/25, the written evaluation reviewed for staff #1 was not updated within a 12-month period. Last dated 7-1-24 with an expiration date of 6/30/25.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(3) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
During the renewal inspection conducted on July 24, 2024, the emergency plan reviewed did not include a method to contact parents when an emergency situation arises.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
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 conducted on July 24, 2024, the emergency plan reviewed did not include a method to contact parents when an emergency situation has ended.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, there was no verification presented confirming staff persons #2, #3, #4 and #5 received emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 conducted on 7/24/24, the first aid and CPR reviewed for staff #1 was an online training and did not specify pediatric. (online training not acceptable)
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the record reviewed for staff #4 and #5 did not include verification of education or childcare experience to qualify staff for the position performing. The record reviewed for staff persons #2 and #3 did not include verification of childcare experience to qualify the staff for the position performing. (Assistant Group Supervisor).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following ratios of staff persons apply: 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 The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, staff #2 was observed with 16 young school age children alone in the cafeteria.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the agreement reviewed for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not Include a place for the operator's signature.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the agreement reviewed for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include the date of admission.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the agreement reviewed for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include extra service information.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include the home and work addresses
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
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 childcare space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
During the renewal inspection conducted on July 24, 2024, A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed in every childcare space.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: transportation. 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 conducted on 7/24/24, the health report reviewed for child #4 did not include a copy of the child's immunizations.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the health report reviewed for child #1, #4 and #5 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the record reviewed for staff #3, did not included a health assessment that was updated within a 24month period. The health assessment reviewed was dated 6/7/2022. The record reviewed for staff #2, did not include a health assessment. (TB results were available).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(b)/3270.171(c) · Safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes shall be appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility and communicated to the children and parents in writing. Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on July 24, 2024, safe routes were not established or posted at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the facility presented electronic files that were not individually organized for Staff #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(1) · A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the record reviewed for staff #1, #3, #4 and #5 did not Include verification of their name, address and telephone number.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(i) · A facility person's record shall include verification of age.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the record reviewed for staff #1, #3, #4 and #5 did not include verification of age.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, the record reviewed for staff #2, #4 and #5 did not include two written nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
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 the renewal inspection conducted on 7/24/24, 12 hours of childcare training was not presented for Staff #1. (See hire date on code sheet)
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on July 24, 2024, upon request there was no annual verification presented verifying the operator notified local traffic safety authorities of their location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
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.
At the time of the renewal inspection all staff did not have proof of emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
At the time of the renewal inspection staff 1, 4, 5, and 6 did not have proof of Health & Safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2023
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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Persons# 2, 3, 4, and 7 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
At the time of the renewal inspection staff #2 is missing a state police clearance, staff #3 is missing a child abuse clearance and NSOR certificate, staff #4 is missing a child abuse clearance and disclosure statement, staff #5 and #6 are missing a disclosure statement, staff #7 is missing a disclosure statement, child abuse clearance and NSOR certificate.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2023
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.
At the time of the renewal inspection staff 1, 3, 5, and 6. did not have proof of 12 hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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, the provider did not have a copy of the insurance policy on file at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 29, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 1 (Hired 11/21/12) did not include verification of education to qualify for the position the person is performing.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the renewal inspection the file of Staff 2 (Hired 1/22/19) contained an invalid health assessment dated 1/24/19.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.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 renewal inspection, the file of Staff 1 (Hired 11/21/12) did not include the results of initial tuberculin skin test or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.
During the renewal inspection, none of the 27 YSA children in attendance had a file.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 11, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) · 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.The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.
During the renewal inspection the fire drill log was blank and the Director did not have documentation that fire drills have been conducted every 60 days.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.