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5843 Catharine St, Philadelphia PA 19143 · License #CER-00255949 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #6 did not have two nonfamily references on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2026
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 renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2 and 13 did not have health and safety training on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2026
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 renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #6 and 13 did not have emergency plan training on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2026
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
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 the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #10 did not have pediatric first-aid and CPR training on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #8 and 10 did not have fire safety training on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2026
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 #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #1, 4, 6 and 13 did not have a disclosure on file. Staff #6 did not have a FBI and NSOR on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2026
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 the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #8 and 11 did not have staff evaluations on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 cert rep observed the 2nd floor boys bathroom toilet is not working.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2026
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.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10-14 did not have verification of child care experience on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #9 and 10 did not have verification of education on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the cert rep observed the boys and girls bathrooms did not have a lidded waste receptacle.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1-4 fee agreement did not include the fee amount.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #6 and 7 did not have medication log on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency plan did not include the method to contact the parents when the emergency begins and ends and how parents can reunite with their children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 renewal inspection the shaken baby syndrome policy did not include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 renewal inspection the emergency plan did not include the continuity of operations.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 the cert rep observed child #1-4 fee agreement did not include the services provided.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed the fee agreement for child #1-5 did not include the release persons information.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the fee agreement for child #1-5 did not include the date of admission.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #1 did not include the parents home and work address and phone number on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #2, 3 and 5 did not include the information on the child's disability on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · 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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #2 did not include the health insurance and child #3 did not include the health insurance policy number on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #2, 3 and 5 did not include the release persons address. Child #3 did not include the release persons phone number.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 and 2 did not have a TB results on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
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 the cert rep observed the fee agreement for child #5 was not updated within a 6 month period.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 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.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 had 1 nonfamily reference on file. Staff #2 did not have 2 nonfamily references on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 did not have pediatric first-aid and CPR on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 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.
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed two damaged ceiling tiles in the red classroom.
Corrected Corrected by May 27, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
During renewal inspection on 4/13/23, while reviewing Staff files, the following staff did not have current Pediatric CPR/First aid in file -Staff # 1's Pediatric CPR /First Aid dated 3/11/21 and Staff # 8's dated 7/29/20
Corrected Corrected by Apr 13, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.