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36 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia PA 19144 · License #CER-00243110 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 4/10/26 staff person #1 was observed providing direct child care and their file included state police clearance for volunteer purposes and an outdated signed disclosure statement.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During the inspection on 4/10/26 in the sink in the PS-3 classroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 114.1° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2026
Category: physical safety. 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.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
During the inspection on 4/10/2026 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 8/29/24 (date of hire: see code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by May 10, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During the inspection on 7/17/25 in the bathroom of the Pre-K 3 classroom the hot water temperature measured 121.9° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 inspection on 7/17/25 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 9/23 (date of hire: see code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
During the inspection on 10/23/24 three children were observed sleeping in an apparatus (bouncy sleep).
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
During the inspection on 7/24/24 the file record for child # 2 did not include an agreement that specified the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. The file record for child # 2 and 3 did not include an agreement that specified the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
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.
During the inspection on 7/24/24 the file record for child # 2 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
During the inspection on 7/24/24 the file record for child # 1 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
During the inspection on 7/24/24 the file record for staff person #1 included a health assessment that did not include an initial TB test result.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
Staff person #3-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3-- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Health & Safety Training).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2023
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). 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.
During the inspection on 11/27/2023 the file record of staff person #2 did not include a FBI clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 27, 2023
Category: background checks. 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 inspection on 11/27/2023 the file records for staff person #1,2 and 3 did not include verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 11/27/2023 the toddler room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #1 receiving care in the space. The Preschool room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #2,3 and 4 receiving care in the space. The Pre-K room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #5 receiving care in the space.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
During the inspection on 11/27/2023 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 2/2/22 (date of hire: see the code list).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 27, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
As a result of the investigation conducted on 11/27/2023 it was determined that staff person #1 squeezed/restrained child #1 in between their legs.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 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 the inspection on 8/2/2023 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address prevention of shaken baby syndrome, volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 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.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file record for staff person #7 did not include emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 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). 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.
Staff person #2-- has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 7/21/2018.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2023
Category: background checks. 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 inspection on 8/2/2023 the file record for staff person #7 did not include verification of childcare experience, and education prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.62(c) · Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the indoor PlaySpace was observed with excess equipment and materials in the area stored as storage. The PlaySpace was not safe for large muscle activity.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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 the inspection on 8/2/2023 the facility was observed having missing ceiling tiles and tile that were not in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2023
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 the inspection on 8/2/2023 the cot for child #6 in the Infant/Toddler Classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file record for child#6 did not include a completed financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent. The file record for child #5 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file records for child # 6 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file records for child #1 and 3 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file records for child # 6 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the Infant/ Toddler room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #6 and 7 receiving care in the space.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file records for child # 2, 3and 5 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. The file records for child #2, 3 and 5 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 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 inspection on 8/2/23 the file record for child#3 did not include a 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.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. 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 the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file records for child #6 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 inspection on 8/2/2023 the file record for staff person#7 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(h) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file records for staff person #4 and 7 did not include the required updated one-hour health and safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the facility did not information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2023
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 inspection 8/2/2023 the file records for staff persons # 2 and 4 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · 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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 13, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #2 DID NOT INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF CURRENT AND VALID PEDIATRIC FIRST-AID AND CPR WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 9, 2022
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. Facility Person #2, 3 and 4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
DURING RENEWAL INPSECTION ON OCTOBER 13, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #2 DID NOT CONTAIN AN FBI CLEARANCE. THE RECORD OF STAFF #3 CONTAINED AN FBI CLEARANCE OBTAINED THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AND THE RECORD OF STAFF #4 DID NOT CONTAIN A RECEIPT FOR SUBMISSION OF THE NSOR VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 8, 2022
Category: background checks. 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 INPSECTION ON OCTOBER 13, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT IN THE MIDDLE AND BACK PRESCHOOL CHILDCARE SPACES.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 8, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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 RENEWAL INPSECTION ON OCTOBER 13, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #3, AND 4 DID NOT CONTAIN TWO WRITTEN, NONFAMILY REFERENCES FROM INDIVIDUALS ATTESTING TO THE PERSON'S SUITABILITY TO SERVE AS A FACILITY PERSON.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 8, 2022
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 RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 13, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #1 DID NOT INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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 OCTOBER 20, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AN AREA OF CHIPPED PAINT IN THE YOUNG TODDLER ROOM.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 20, 2021, THE RECORD OF STAFF # 1 (HIRED 3-4-19) CONTAINED A PDE FBI CLEARANCE, WHICH IS NO LONGER ACCEPTED UNDER THE CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.