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Kwawaku Day Care Center

137 Long Ln # 141, Upper Darby PA 19082 · License #CER-00247760 · Child Care Center

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Capacity 74 childrenAges 0 mo – 15 yr1-Star programLast inspected Oct 1, 2025
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137 Long Ln # 141, Upper Darby PA 19082 · Directions

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When they operate

Full YearWeekdaysWeekend Care

Ages served

Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.)Young Toddler (13-24 mos.)Older Toddler (25-36 mos.)Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K)Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.)Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.)
  • 1-Star quality rating
  • Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
  • Licensed for 74 children
31
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
0
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Pennsylvania OCDEL
4
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
7.8
Pennsylvania average
4.6

Inspection history & violations

Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning
Oct 1, 2025 — Renewal
11 violations cited · view state record
11 violations
  • Violation

    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 10/1/25 the first aid kit located in the young toddler classroom did not contain scissor and tweezers.

    Corrected by Oct 2, 2025

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  • Violation

    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 renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the ceiling in the back school age classroom was observed in need of repair due to a previous leak.

    Corrected by Oct 7, 2025

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  • Violation

    3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

    During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 there was peeling paint observed on the 3rd floor PreK classroom wall.

    Corrected by Oct 7, 2025

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  • Violation

    3270.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).

    During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the fire detection system was not interconnected. Annual fire detection report from a fire professional was not provided.

    Corrected by Oct 21, 2025

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  • Violation

    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 10/1/25 the file reviewed for staff person #2 did not contain emergency plan training,

    Corrected by Oct 2, 2025

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  • Violation

    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 the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the file reviewed for staff person #4 and staff person #6 did not have current pediatric first aid/cpr training.

    Corrected by Oct 22, 2025

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  • Violation

    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 #1may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

    During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain an FBI clearance.

    Corrected by Oct 1, 2025

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  • Violation

    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 on 10/1/25 the file reviewed for staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #5, and staff person #6 did not contain an annual written evaluation.

    Corrected by Oct 8, 2025

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  • Violation

    3270.51 · 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.

    During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the butterfly room was observed out of ratio. Staff person #1 was left alone with (11) children; youngest child was 3yo.

    Corrected by Oct 1, 2025

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  • Violation

    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 10/1/25 uncovered electrical outlets were observed in downstairs young toddler room and 2nd floor older toddler room.

    Corrected by Oct 1, 2025

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  • Violation

    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 the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 cleaning materials were observed sitting on the sink in the young toddle bathroom accessible to children.

    Corrected by Oct 1, 2025

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Sep 24, 2024 — Renewal
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • Violation

    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 on 09/24/24 provider did not have a policy to address shaken baby syndrome.

    Corrected by Sep 24, 2024

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  • Violation

    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 09/24/24 the file reviewed for staff #1 did not include annual emergency plan training.

    Corrected by Sep 25, 2024

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  • Violation

    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 09/24/24 there were missing electrical outlets covers observed in the downstairs classroom, 1st floor classroom, 2nd floor classroom and infant classroom.

    Corrected by Sep 24, 2024

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  • Violation

    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 09/24/24 the first aid kit observed in 1st floor classroom was missing tweezers and gloves. The first aid kit observed in the school age classroom was missing tape and soap.

    Corrected by Sep 30, 2024

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  • Violation

    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 renewal inspection on 09/24/24 the emergency contact form observed for child #3 did not specify PCP's address.

    Corrected by Sep 25, 2024

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  • Violation

    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 on 09/24/24 the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not specify release person's address. The emergency contact form for child #4 did not specify a release person name, address or telephone number.

    Corrected by Sep 25, 2024

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Apr 2, 2024 — Complaints- Legal Location
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Violation

    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.

    During the complaint investigation on 04/02/24 it was confirmed staff #1 failed to supervise child during outside transition resulting in child running off into the street.

    Corrected by Apr 2, 2024

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Oct 19, 2023 — Renewal
13 violations cited · view state record
13 violations
  • Violation

    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 the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 there was no first aid kit observed in the facility's transportation vehicles.

    Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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  • Violation

    3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

    During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the annual emergency drill log was not available for review.

    Corrected by Oct 30, 2023

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  • Violation

    3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

    During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 fire drill log was not available for review.

    Corrected by Oct 30, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 on 10/19/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #5 and staff person #6 did not contain annual emergency plan training. The file reviewed for staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4 did not contain emergency plan training at time of hire.

    Corrected by Oct 30, 2023

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  • Violation

    3270.18(a) · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

    During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the current liability insurance policy for the facility was not available for review.

    Corrected by Oct 19, 2023

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  • Violation

    3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety 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 on 10/19/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #5 did not contain annual fire safety training.

    Corrected by Oct 19, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 10/19/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain initial health assessment. The file reviewed for staff person #6 contained an expired health assessment. Health assessment reviewed dated 07/09/21.

    Corrected by Oct 26, 2023

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  • Violation

    3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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, #2, #3, #4 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

    During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the file reviewed for facility person #1 (hire date see code sheet) did not contain disclosure statement. The file reviewed for facility person #2 (hire date see code sheet) did not contain disclosure statement or NSOR certificate. The file reviewed for facility person #3 (hire date see code sheet) did not contain disclosure statement or NSOR certificate. The file reviewed for facility person #4 (hire date see code sheet) did not contain PA criminal clearance, DHS FBI clearance, disclosure statement, or NSOR certificate.

    Corrected by Oct 19, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 10/19/23 the first aid kit located in the caterpillar classroom, butterflies' classroom, infant classroom, PreK classroom and kindergarten classroom was missing soap.

    Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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  • Violation

    3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

    During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 there was chipping paint observed in the kindergarten classroom.

    Corrected by Nov 3, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 on 10/19/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #3 did not include contact telephone number(s) for parent.

    Corrected by Nov 3, 2023

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  • Violation

    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 on 10/19/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 and child #3 did not contain child's health insurance policy number.

    Corrected by Nov 3, 2023

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  • Violation

    3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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 10/19/23 the file reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #4 and child #5 was not reviewed and/or updated within 6-month time period.

    Corrected by Nov 6, 2023

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Oct 12, 2022 — Renewal
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Dec 9, 2021 — Renewal
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Violation

    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. Submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.

    The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Amend the facility emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

    Corrected by Jan 17, 2022

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  • Violation

    3270.27(a)(1) · 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. Submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.

    The facility's emergency plan did not provide for shelter of children during an emergency including lock down procedures. Amend the facility emergency plan to include lock down procedures.

    Corrected by Jan 17, 2022

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Sep 8, 2021 — Complaints- Legal Location
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Violation

    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. Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. Submit written verification of the completed training.

    A child sustained a burn injury when child grabbed a cup of hot tea. (#1)

    Corrected by Oct 8, 2021

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  • Violation

    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. Develop and submit written policies regarding the consumption of hot beverages while supervising children in child care spaces.

    A child sustained a burn injury when child grabbed a cup of hot tea. (#1)

    Corrected by Sep 8, 2021

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Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Oct 1, 2025 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the first aid kit located in the young toddler classroom did not contain scissor and tweezers.” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Sep 24, 2024 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection on 09/24/24 provider did not have a policy to address shaken baby syndrome.” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Apr 2, 2024 inspection noted: “During the complaint investigation on 04/02/24 it was confirmed staff #1 failed to supervise child during outside transition resulting in child running off into…” — what has changed since then?

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