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5325-29 Oxford Street, Philadelphia PA 19124 · License #CER-00253011 · 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 unannounced visit on 4/9/26, staff person #1 who was counted in ratio during transportation of school age children to school, did not have required pre-service training as well as mandated reporter training.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2026
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 unannounced visit on 4/9/26, the record for staff member #1 did not contain verification of education and experience on file that qualifies the staff member for the position of an assistant group supervisor performing at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(j) · Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib.
During unannounced visit on 4/9/26, observed a toy in the crib while child #1 was sleeping.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(d) · When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion.
During unannounced visit on 4/9/26 observed that emergency contact forms were not present in the van when children were transported.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2026
Category: transportation. 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 visit on 4/9/26, the file for staff person #1 did not include an initial health assessment with TB results.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.175(a) · A child 7 years of age or younger shall be transported in accordance with the requirements for parents and guardians as stated in 75 Pa.C.S. §4581 (relating to restraint systems).
During unannounced visit on 4/9/26, observed that child #2, five years old child was transported to school in the vehicle without booster seat.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2026
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.176(f) · In accordance with the requirements of 67 Pa. Code Chapter 171 (relating to school buses and school vehicles), the facility may not transport a child in an 11-15 passenger van.
During unannounced visit on 4/9/26, it was observed that the 2019 Ford Thomas 15-passenger van, which had been previously cited, was used to transport children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 13, 2026
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.178 · A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.
During unannounced visit on 4/9/26, a first-aid kit was not present in the van when children were transported.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2026
Category: health medication. 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.
During unannounced visit on 4/9/26, file of staff person #1 did not include Disclosure statement.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2026
Category: background checks. 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 unannounced visit on 4/9/26, file of staff person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
At the time of inspection on April 9, 2026, Staff Person #1 was observed bringing three school-age children to the van and leaving them unattended while returning to the facility before coming back to the van. It was further confirmed through school video footage that on March 18, 2026, and March 23, 2026, Staff Person #1 dropped off Child #1 in front of the school building prior to the time the school allows children to enter (before 8:10 a.m.) and without any school staff present. After Staff Person #1 departed, Child #1 was observed running to the grassy area on the side of the school building without adult supervision.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(1)(iv) · Training conducted with audio-visual materials recognized by child care professionals is acceptable and may count toward the annual requirement for 12 clock hours of child care training.
At the time of renewal inspection file of staff person #1 did not include verification that staff obtained an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. file included only 4.5 hours of annual training.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2026
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.
At the time of renewal inspection, written evaluation of staff person #1 was conducted more than 12 months ago. Last evaluation of staff person #1 was conducted on 1/24/25.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2026
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.
At the time of the renewal inspection, a hole was observed in the wall at the entrance to the toddler/infant area.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2026
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.
At the time of the renewal inspection, dolls in the preschool area were dirty and in need of cleaning.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2026
Category: physical safety. 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.
At the time of inspection, written statements giving the formula and feeding schedule for two infants were not obtained from the parents of infants observed in the infant area.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 19, 2026
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(e) · If emergency information is updated in a master file, it shall be updated accordingly in other facility records.
At the time of renewal inspection observed that emergency information was not updated in each child care space. Each classroom had emergency contact forms that were updated by parents more than 6 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 19, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
At the time of the unannounced inspection on 11/3/25, the video footage from 10/28/25 was reviewed. In the footage, Child #1 was observed sitting in a high chair for approximately 1.5 hours, including during breakfast and circle time.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
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.
At the time of the unannounced inspection on 11/3/25, file of staff person #1 did not include an initial staff health assessment with the results of initial tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
At the time of renewal inspection observed chipped corners and edges of the white unit located in the Infant/Toddler room and used by children. The unit was in need of cleaning.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
At the time of renewal inspection, health assessment of child #1, who is a young toddler, was conducted more than 6 months ago. Child #1 health report was from 4/30/24.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(4)/3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
At the time of renewal inspection observed epi pen located in child #2 open locker, inhaler with expired Albuterol Sulfate in child #3 locker as well as Tylenol of child #4. Sulfate Albuterol expired on 11/2024. All medication was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
At the time of renewal inspection written consent for inhaler, epi pen and Tylenol was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 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). 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 #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
At the time of the inspection on 2/4/25, file of staff person #2, who is not a provisional hire, did not contain current PA child abuse clearance and DHS required FBI clearance. The clearances in the file were more than 60 months old. PA child abuse clearance was from 3/11/19, FBI clearance was from 3/6/19.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2025
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).
At the time of the inspection on 2/4/25 at around 6:55 AM staff person #1 was the only staff in the facility with 9 children ranging in age from infant to young school age.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.54(a) · At least two facility persons shall be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person.
At the time of the inspection on 2/4/25 at around 6:55 AM staff person #1 was the only staff in the facility with 9 children ranging in age from infant to young school age.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2025
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.
At the time of the inspection on 2/4/25 observed outlet near the cribs in infant area without protective receptacle cover.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2025
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.
At the time of the inspection on 2/4/25 observed peeling paint and damaged plaster on the left wall of preschool area.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
At the time of the inspection on 2/4/25 a sign on which the requirement to wash hands after toileting and before eating was not posted at the sinks located in the bathroom in school-age area.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
At the time of renewal inspection observed one rusted waste receptacle located near the toilet in the Toddler's bathroom. This trach can was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024
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.
At the time of renewal inspection, a written statement of giving formula and feeding schedule was not obtained from the parents for infants.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.176(f) · In accordance with the requirements of 67 Pa. Code Chapter 171 (relating to school buses and school vehicles), the facility may not transport a child in an 11-15 passenger van.
At the time of renewal inspection observed the white 2019 Ford Transit 15 seat passenger van parked near the facility and used by the facility to transport children to and from school.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(e) · If emergency information is updated in a master file, it shall be updated accordingly in other facility records.
At the time of renewal inspection observed that emergency contact forms were not updated in each child care space.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024
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.
Staff #1 did not have proof of the Pre-service (Health and Safety) training on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
The green turf on the playground was peeling up the fence/gate on the preschool side (right side if facing building) of the building.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2023
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.
Paint was peeling off in bathroom on infant side (left side if facing building) by the door and the sink. Half wall by enterance door on the infant side had exposed metal corners and dry wall was not painted.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
Staff 1 was child's hands after changing the child's diaper but did not wash their hands.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Staff 1 did not have proof of experience on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2023
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.
Staff 1 only had 1 letter reference in their file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 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.
After reviewing files, it was observed that staff #2 did not have proof of the required Pre-service training and it was over 90 days from the staff #2 's start date.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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.
After reviewing files, it was observed that Staff # 5 and Staff #6 were alone with the children on the office side of the building and both staff #5 and 6 were provisional hires.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
After reviewing files, it was observed that Staff # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 did not have 2 references on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
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 -- 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--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
After reviewing files, it was observed that Staff #2 did not have proof of their Child abuse clearance, nor their FBI clearance and it was over 45 days from start date.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(b)/3270.36(b)(5) · At least 50% of the staff persons in a facility shall be individuals qualified and functioning as directors, group supervisors and assistant group supervisors. No more than 50% of the staff persons may be of aide qualification level. An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
After reviewing files, it was observed that Staff # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 did not have document proof of experience for the position of AGS. It was observed that more than 50% of the staff did not qualify as an AGS or above due to lack of experience in the files.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
Category: supervision. 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.
After reviewing files, it was observed that Staff #3, 4, 5, and 6 did not have proof of a health assessment on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · 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.
After reviewing files, it was observed that Staff 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6 did not have proof of the TB results on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
After reviewing files, it was observed that Staff #1 was missing documented experience and Staff # 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 were missing proof of education and experience in their files.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) · 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).
OBSERVED ON 11/17/22, DURING THE INSPECTION THERE WERE 5 INFANTS, 3 YOUNG TODDLERS, AND 1 OLDER TODDLER WITH 1 STAFF IN THE INFANT/TODDLER BUILDING OF THE 5329 BUILDING, IN THE BACK AREA.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
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.
OBSERVED ON 11/17/22, 3 INFANTS WERE SLEEPING IN BOUNCY SEATS THAT ARE NOT APPROPRIATE REST EQUIPMENT IN THE INFANT AREA.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(b) · Bed linens may not be used alone as age-appropriate rest equipment.
OBSERVED ON 11/17/22, 1 SCHOOL AGE CHILD WAS LAYING ON A BLANKET ON THE FLOOR WITH NO COT OR MAT UNDER IT ON THE PRESCHOOL SIDE OF BUILDING 5325 IN THE BACK AREA.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
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.
OBSERVED ON 11/17/22, 1 SCHOOL AGE CHILD WAS LAYING ON THE FLOOR IN THE BACK AREA OF THE PRESCHOOL SIDE OF THE BUILDING 5325 BY HERSELF OUT OF THE SIGHT OF ANY STAFF.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.33(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. 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.
STAFF 1 DID NOT HAVE ALL THE REQUIRED CLEARANCES AND WAS PAST 45 DAYS FROM THE HIRE DATE. STAFF 1'S FILE DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF THEIR CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE, STATE POLICE CRIMINAL HISTORY AND NSOR.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.20(a)(1) · The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.
REGIONAL OFFICE WAS NOT NOTIFED OF CHILD GOING TO THE HOSPITAL.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.