Alphabet Station
1510 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA
4.6· 10 reviews
Alphabet Aquarium
- licensed capacity
- 94
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Alphabet Aquarium
Alphabet Aquarium is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 94 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ages 2 to 5 years
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 94 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Ages 2 to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Pre-K, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | Potty training: Toddler program: Supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training) |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Languages | ASL |
| Licensed capacity | 94 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Alphabet Aquarium has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Alphabet Aquarium
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 94 children
- License number
- #CER-00245029
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 11, 2025: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 2 visits
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Sep 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 29, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted
“During my inspection I observed that the facility's evacuation route were not posted on the second floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-3 did not have consent for minor first aid on their emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
3270.182(3) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-3 did not have consent for emergency care on their emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
3270.133(7) Medication log
“During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have medication logs for children who had medication onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1 did not have the address of whom they could be released to on their emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not have their annual emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
3270.61 Measurement and use of indoor child care space
“During my inspection I observed that the non of the classroom where set up as classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Alphabet Aquarium
Is Alphabet Aquarium licensed?
Yes. Alphabet Aquarium is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Alphabet Aquarium last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 11, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Alphabet Aquarium had rules cited by the state?
No. Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists no cited rules in its 2 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Alphabet Aquarium care for?
94, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Alphabet Aquarium accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Alphabet Aquarium's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Alphabet Aquarium cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 551-6400 to ask.
What is Alphabet Aquarium's phone number?
(215) 551-6400.
Where is Alphabet Aquarium?
1720 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148. The nearest other daycare we list is Alphabet Station, 0.2 miles away.