Olde City Day School
1930 S Broad St Unit 10, Philadelphia, PA
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Alphabet Station
- licensed capacity
- 77
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Alphabet Station
Alphabet Station is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 77 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 77 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
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | Potty training: Toddler program supports potty training |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 77 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Alphabet Station has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Alphabet Station
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 77 children
- License number
- #CER-00259386
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 28, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
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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Jul 28, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“During the renewal inspection on 07/28/26, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe extra services or N/A provided in writing on the service agreement form in the file of child #1-#10.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2026
Jul 30, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 07/30/25, during facility walk through, Cert Rep observed trash, pieces of debris, scattered on the ground throughout the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
Mar 7, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation on 03/07/25, Staff person #1 reported that on 02/21/25 that they pushed child #1 while attempting to avoid him bumping into another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025
Jun 20, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 06/20/24, Cert Rep observed the children's toy table as dirty, pieces of paper, debris scattered on the ground throughout the play space, posing a trip hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 06/20/24, Cert Rep observed that the facility's emergency plan on file did not include continuity of operations planning.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2024
Jun 30, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“During my inspection I observed staff 1 did not wipe down the changing table after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2023
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“During my inspection I observed that staff 1, did not wash their hands or the child's hands after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2023
Jul 13, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted any emergency drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“While conducting my inspection I observed that staff 3 did not wash the child's hands after diapering. I also observed that staff 1, 2, & 4, did not wash the child's hands before meals.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Alphabet Station
Is Alphabet Station licensed?
Yes. Alphabet Station is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Alphabet Station last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 28, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Alphabet Station had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 5 show a correction in the state record. 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 Station care for?
77, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Alphabet Station accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Alphabet Station'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 Station cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 551-6400 to ask.
What is Alphabet Station's phone number?
(215) 551-6400.
Where is Alphabet Station?
1510 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147. The nearest other daycare we list is Alphabet Academy, under 0.1 miles away.