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Home › PA › Philadelphia › Prodigy Preparatory Inc
4714 N Front St, Philadelphia PA 19120 · License #CER-00251909 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
At the time of the renewal inspection on Wednesday, 01/21/26, facility persons received annual training, however, when cert rep asked staff where the shelter away location was located, staff did not know the shelter away location that is documented in the facility's emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
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. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person 2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person 2, staff person 2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person 2 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 10/14/23. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
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 Feb 16, 2026
Category: supervision. 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 child care position at the facility.
In review of staff files, staff person 1's file failed to include an updated FBI clearance and NSOR certificate. FBI clearance included in file was last completed on 11/23/20 and the NSOR certificate included in file was last completed on 06/08/20.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 21, 2026
Category: background checks. 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.
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 01/21/26, cert rep observed second floor bathrooms failed to be kept clean and disinfected.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
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.
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 01/21/26, cert rep observed several of the facility's toilets were not operable.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.174 · The operator of the vehicle shall be 18 years of age or older and shall have a valid operator's license.
In review of transportation documents, the driver's license on file for a staff that drives the facility's vehicle had expired.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Category: transportation. 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. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person 3 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person 3, staff person 3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person 3 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Category: supervision. 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.
In review of emergency plan documents, facility failed to have on file, verification that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · 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. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
During a compliant inspection on Friday, 11/07/25, the director confirmed an incident where children were in an altercation and staff did not intervene per the facility's supervision policy.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 7, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.113(a)(2) · 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. IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.
During an unannounced inspection on Friday, 11/07/25, cert rep observed a staff member leave her assigned group out of ratio, leaving a 2nd staff alone with 1 older toddler and 10 preschoolers.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 7, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · 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. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
During a compliant inspection on Tuesday, 08/12/25, the director confirmed an incident where children were in an altercation and staff were slow to intervene due to confusion on who should be responsible for children when a child is receiving one on one/wrap around services.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
During a compliant inspection on Tuesday, 08/12/25, cert rep investigation determined that a staff member used a form of physical punishment to discipline a child.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2025
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.
During an unannounced inspection on Tuesday, 08/12/25, cert rep observed a lifting floorboard on the second floor child care space, causing possible tripping hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
During an unannounced inspection on Tuesday, 08/12/25, cert rep observed children sleeping in the infant/toddler group, mats failed to have 2 feet of space on three sides.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
During an unannounced inspection on Tuesday, 08/12/25, fire safety documents reviewed, facility failed to have tested their smoke detection system once every 30 days and document testing or have verification the smoke detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(d)/3270.178 · One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c). 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.
A first-aid kit failed to be in the facility's vehicle while children are being transported.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2025
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.
During renewal inspection on Friday, 02/21/25, cert rep observed gaps in-between the playground surface flooring, causing possible tripping hazards and a damaged chair with sharp edges.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2025
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.
During renewal inspection on Friday, 02/21/25, cert rep observed chipped paint located on the ledge outside the office on the first floor and damaged plaster behind the school age door on the 2nd floor.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
In review of fire safety documents, facility failed to have tested their smoke detection system once every 30 days and document testing or have verification the smoke detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 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.
In review of emergency plan and health and safety documents, facility's emergency plan failed to include statement regarding continuity of operations and have a policy addressing signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person 1 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.
In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include out of state criminal and child abuse clearances.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2024
Category: background checks. 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 renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/14/24, cert rep observed facility failed to have written hand washing signs posted in bathrooms, at sinks and diapering area, addressing when a staff person and child must wash their hands.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/14/24, cert rep observed facility failed to have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions, posted in each childcare space.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 2024
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.
In review of staff files, staff person 2, a new hire, file failed to include a current health assessment. Health assessment included in file was completed more than 12 months of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 2024
Category: ratio. 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.
In review of emergency plan documents, facility failed to have conducted an annual drill on the facility's emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(2) · 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. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by §3270.94 (relating to fire drills).
In review of facility's emergency plan, emergency plan failed to address where staff and children will shelter during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
In review of staff files, staff person 1 failed to have completed 12 hours of annual professional development. Staff person 1 file contained 6 hours of annual PD training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14 · 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.
File Records for Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not include health and safety pre-service training modules
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
File Record for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not include 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.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
File Record for Child #1, Child #2, Child #4 and Child #5 did not include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
File record for Child #3 did not include the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.