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13 S 38th St # 19, Philadelphia PA 19104 · License #CER-00241475 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
At the time of inspection, the operator did not have a medication log for child #1.
Corrected Corrected by May 25, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of staff person #5 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy for NSOR history information as required under the CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 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 inspection, staff persons # 3,4, and 5 did not have verification of written evaluations.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
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
At the time of inspection, staff person # 1did not have verification of child care experience.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2026
Category: supervision. 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 inspection, certification representative observed dust on around the window area in the PreK classroom.
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
At the time of inspection, the bottom areas of the refrigerators in the toddler and PreK classrooms were not clean.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2026
Category: nutrition. 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 inspection, staff persons # 4 and 5 did not have verification of valid health assessments.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2026
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.
At the time of inspection, the health assessment for staff person # 1 did not include tuberculosis screening
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and 2 did not have verification of acceptable pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2026
Category: health medication. 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.
At the time of inspection, the operator did not maintain a continuous written record documenting that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2026
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.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #3,4 and 5 did not have verification of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 22, 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.
In 2024, the elevator doors shut while a child was on the elevator.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 18, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
During the investigation, it was revealed that a staff member used harsh language in the presence of children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2025
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.
At the time of inspection, staff person and 6 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 inspection, staff persons #4 and 5 did not have verification of health and safety professional development training within 90 days of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of staff person #4 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a request for Criminal, Child abuse, NSOR or FBI history information as required under the CPSL. Corrected on 6/9/2025. The file of staff person #4, did not include a verification of mandated reporter training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a) · A director is responsible for the general management of the facility, including the minimum duties described at §3270.34(a)(1) - (6).
Staff #1 who is designated as director was not present at the renewal inspection on 5/13/2025. As a result, the photo identification verification process could not be completed and compliance with the requirements for director's qualification could not be measured.
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
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 inspection, there was no verification of written evaluations for staff persons #2, 3 and 6 on a regular basis or a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(b)(2)/3270.192(2)(ii) · 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have verification of child care experience and education prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #4 or 5 did not have verification of child care experience and education prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
At the time of inspection, the refrigerators in the infant rooms were not clean.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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. 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.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and 4 did not have verification of valid health assessment and or tuberculosis screening.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
At the time of inspection, staff person #4 did not have verification of an individual record.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2025
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.
At the time of inspection, the records for staff persons #1,4 and 5 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the persons' suitability to serve as a staff person.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and 4 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification within 90 days of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 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.
At the time of inspection, the designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that a written record was 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.
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
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.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #2,3 and 6 did not have verification of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 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.
At the time of the inspection, certification representative observed the window area in the toddler room not kept clean.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed two toilets in the preschool rooms and two sinks in the toddler rooms not in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
At the time of inspection, the bottom area of the refrigerator was not clean.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2024
Category: nutrition. 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, it was verified that staff was not aware of an incident.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2024
Category: supervision. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 06/27/23 the toilet area observed in toddler #2 classroom was missing lidded waste receptacle.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 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 the renewal inspection on 06/27/23 the staff file reviewed for staff #1 and staff #2 did not contain documentation verifying emergency plan training at time of initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 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 on 06/27/23 there were missing electrical outlet covers observed in infant #1 room, toddler #1 room, Two's room, and K prep room.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2023
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 06/27/23 gnats were observed in Two's classroom and preschool classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2023
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 06/27/23 the first aid kit located in infant #2 classroom was missing soap. The first aid kit located in toddler #1 classroom was missing soap. The first aid kit located in toddler #2 classroom was missing tape. The first aid kit located in Two's classroom was missing soap. The first aid kit located in K prep classroom was missing gloves and soap.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 inspection on 06/27/23 the toilet observed in K prep bathroom was missing toilet seat.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection on 06/27/23 missing handwashing signs were observed in Two's classroom, K prep classroom and preschool classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
During the renewal inspection on 06/27/23 the refrigerator thermometer observed in toddler #2 classroom read 50° F.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
During the renewal inspection on 06/27/23 the child file reviewed for child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not contain child service report providing information about child's growth and development.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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 on 06/27/23 the staff file reviewed for staff #1 did not contain initial health assessment. The staff file reviewed for staff #2 did not contain a physical examination.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection on 06/27/23 the fee agreement reviewed for child #1 was not reviewed/updated within 6-month time period. Fee agreement reviewed was dated 08/30/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2023
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 renewal inspection dated 8/4/2022, cert rep observed that staff person #1 (see LIS sheet) were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following preservice training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person #1 shall complete professional development in the topic of 3270.31 (f) (10) Health and Safety training within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until 8/19/2022 to complete the required training.
During renewal inspection dated 8/4/2022, certification representative observed that staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS sheet): Health and Safety training. Staff member was also unsupervised in classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · Facility person #3 must be removed from a child care position by the close of business because she/he does not have all the required clearances or requests for clearances. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Cert rep observed during renewal inspection on 8/4/2022, that the file of facility person #3, (see code sheet for date of hire,) contains an FBI clearance dated 2/24/17, and a mandated reporter training dated 2/22/17 which is more than 60 months old.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2022
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 renewal inspection dated 8/4/2022 certification representative reviewed the staff files of staff #4, staff #7, and staff #8 (see LIS sheet). These staff members did not have updated yearly evaluations in their files.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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 on 8/4/2022, certification representative observed that in Infant 1, toddler 1, and older toddler rooms that bleach cleaners were accessible to the children. They were located on tables in room and top of bookcase.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
During renewal inspection on 8/4/2022 certification representative observed that the preschool room did not have a first aid kit in it.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
Certification representative observed on 8/4/2022 during the renewal inspection that Infant 1 room had chipped paint near the diaper changing table, and Toddler 1 room had paint chipping on the wall.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
Certification representative observed during the renewal inspection dated 8/4/2022 that a toilet in preschool room was not in working order and needs repair.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
During renewal inspection dated 8/4/2022, staff observed that the daily activities written plan was not posted in the preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(a) · Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.
During renewal inspection dated 8/4/2022, certification representative observed that in child #3 file (See LIS Sheet) that the emergency contact information was incomplete. Child #3 did not have Emergency contact information listed or an emergency contact name.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
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.
On 8/4/2022 during renewal inspection, certification representative observed that the file of child #3 (see LIS sheet) did not have a vaccine record included with the health screen.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
During renewal inspection on 8/4/2022 certification representative observed that child #1 (see LIS sheet) epinephrine medication was expired.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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 renewal inspection on 8/4/2022 cert rep observed that Staff #2, staff #4, staff #5 and staff #6 (see LIS sheet) did not have health assessments in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
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.
As of 8/4/2022, date of renewal inspection, the provider had not established a file for child #2 (See LIS sheet) and had no emergency contact information, health history, or immunization records for said child.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
On 8/4/2022 during renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child #3 file and there was no parental consent for emergency medical care for Child #3 (see LIS sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
During renewal inspection dated 8/4/2022, certification rep observed that child #3 (see LIS sheet) did not have signed consent for the administration of special diets/meds in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During renewal inspection dated 8/4/2022, certification rep observed that the file of child #3 (see LIS sheet) did not have signed consent for the administration of minor first aid.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 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.
An unannounced inspection on 3/10/2022 revealed that on 12/13/2019 child#1 received injury to left thumb and pointer finger from an interaction with a rodent and a rodent glue trap.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.