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131 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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Ambitious Achievers 2 is a group home daycare in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 12 children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 51 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Programs
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
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Ambitious Achievers 2 has not listed its tuition.
State record
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 21, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 8 visits · 51 rules in all · 50 corrected
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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3280.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain an updated emergency contact form and financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3280.181(a) Each child
“During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that there was no individual record for child #5.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3280.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain an updated health report at least every 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #2, child #3 and child #4 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3280.123(b) Parent receives original
“During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 contained the original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not contain an updated child service report to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3280.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that there was no soap in the first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3280.26(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of staff #1 and staff #2 did not contain training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis. Document presented dated 1/15/2025”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3280.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the unannounced inspection on 4/23/26, it was observed that there was no document to verify that fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“During the complaint inspection on 4/23/26, it was observed that the floor in the facility is not in good repair in the food prep area and in front of bathroom. There is a hole in the wall by the back door and in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2026
3280.67(c) No insects or rodents
“During the complaint inspection on 4/23/26, it was observed that there was evidence of mice droppings and dead mice in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2026
3280.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the unannounced inspection on 4/23/26, it was observed that there was no document to verify that fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“During the complaint inspection on 4/23/26, it was observed that the floor in the facility is not in good repair in the food prep area and in front of bathroom. There is a hole in the wall by the back door and in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2026
3280.67(c) No insects or rodents
“During the complaint inspection on 4/23/26, it was observed that there was evidence of mice droppings and dead mice in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2026
3280.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the first aid kits did not contain soap.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.181(a) Each child
“During the renewal on 5/13/25, it was observed that there was no record on file for child #2.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.31(f) Age and training
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of completion of pediatric First Aid & CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include a policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits. The records of child #4 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits,”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.123(a)(1)/3280.123(a)(2) Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged and the date on which the fee is to be paid. The records of child #4 did not specify amount of the fee to be charged.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The records of child #4 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include the Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #3 and child #5 did not include name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The records of child #4 did not include address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.69(a) 110º F or less
“During the renewal inspection on 4/13/25, it was observed that the water temperature exceeded 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temped at 124 degrees Fahrenheit.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not include a health assessment and the results of Tuberculin skin tests or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25 it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include verification of 2 years of childcare experience.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.181(d) Dated signature affixed
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not contain a financial agreement with a dated signature to the record.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.192(2)(i) Age
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include verification of age.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not include consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3280.14/3280.32(a) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Comply with CPSL
“During the unannounced inspection on 9/18/24, it was observed that Staff person #1 and staff person #2 were working alone with children. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not present the clearances that are required prior to working unsupervised with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2024
3280.191 Individual Records
“During the unannounced inspection on 9/18/24, it was observed that there were no individual record presented for Staff person #1 and staff person #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2024
3280.33(a) Each staff person meets quals
“During the unannounced inspection on 9/18/24, it was observed that Staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not present their qualifications for the position in which they were performing.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2024
3280.64 Outside Walkways
“During the unannounced inspection on 9/18/24, it was observed that there were equipment and other hazards on the landing outside the rear door egress.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2024
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the unannounced inspection on 9/18/24, staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed to be working alone with children. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to working unsupervised (Building Blocks: Health & Safety training and Pediatric First Aid & CPR training).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2024
3280.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Continued non-compliance was observed on 7/17/24 in that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of education and verification of childcare experience”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2024
3280.14/3280.32(a) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Comply with CPSL
“During the unannounced inspection on 6/24/24, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the National Sex Offender registry clearance as required by the CPSL. The record of staff person #1 did not include a completed disclosure statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2024
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the unannounced inspection on 6/24/24, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Pediatric First Aid & CPR and Building Blocks Health and safety training).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2024
3280.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the unannounced inspection on 6/24/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of education and verification of childcare experience”
3280.31(f) Age and training
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the health and safety (Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality or Revised 2022) and Pediatric First Aid training as required by the CCDBG.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #3 did not include an updated emergency contact and financial agreement. Documents dated 7/23/23, 7/25/23, 1/11/23, and 3/19/23 respectively.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.182(2) Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 did not include the admission dates.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.192(2)(i) Age
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include verification of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include a health assessment and record of TB testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.106 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/2024, it was observed that there was no thermometer in the refrigerator to monitor temperatures.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/2024, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the PA State Police Clearance and the National Sex Offender Registry Certificate as required by the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.26(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality or Revised 2022 and Pediatric First Aid & CPR trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3280.106/3280.161(a) Refrigerator/Wholesome
“At the time of investigation refrigerator was not clean and food required to be frozen was being stored in it.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.16(a) Accommodate a child with special needs
“During the investigation staff confirmed that child was removed from care due to special needs the facility could not handle.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“At the time of investigation, the outdoor play space was unsafe ( trash cans, trash, broken toys, poison ivy weeds).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.91(b) Protective gates if approved
“At the time of investigation gate to exit the back had a chain and lock in it from adjacent apartment building.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“At the time of inspection facility did not have regulations posted or website to regulations posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.191 Individual Records
“At the time of inspection facility person #2 did not have a file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.34(b)(1) HS/GED + 30 credits
“At the time of inspection facility person #1 did not have education on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.106/3280.161(a) Refrigerator/Wholesome
“At the time of investigation refrigerator was not clean and food required to be frozen was being stored in it.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.16(a) Accommodate a child with special needs
“During the investigation staff confirmed that child was removed from care due to special needs the facility could not handle.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“At the time of investigation, the outdoor play space was unsafe ( trash cans, trash, broken toys, poison ivy weeds).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.91(b) Protective gates if approved
“At the time of investigation gate to exit the back had a chain and lock in it from adjacent apartment building.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“At the time of inspection facility did not have regulations posted or website to regulations posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.191 Individual Records
“At the time of inspection facility person #2 did not have a file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.34(b)(1) HS/GED + 30 credits
“At the time of inspection facility person #1 did not have education on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3280.91(b) Protective gates if approved
“At the time of investigation gate to exit the back had a chain and lock in it from adjacent apartment building.”
3280.106/3280.161(a) Refrigerator/Wholesome
“At the time of investigation refrigerator was not clean and food required to be frozen was being stored in it.”
3280.16(a) Accommodate a child with special needs
“During the investigation staff confirmed that child was removed from care due to special needs the facility could not handle.”
3280.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“At the time of investigation, the outdoor play space was unsafe ( trash cans, trash, broken toys, poison ivy weeds).”
3280.191 Individual Records
“At the time of inspection facility person #2 did not have a file.”
3280.34(b)(1) HS/GED + 30 credits
“At the time of inspection facility person #1 did not have education on file.”
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“At the time of inspection facility did not have regulations posted or website to regulations posted.”
3280.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, two large A/C units were present in the outdoor playspace and accessible to children. One of the A/C units had a small pipe protruding from the unit and there was also an area under the steps next to the A/C units that was unsafe.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the cabinet under the bathroom sink contained 3 bottles of Clorox spray, Ajax powder cleaner and Febreeze spray that was not locked and accessible to children. A&D ointment , J&J lotion, shampoo and Aveeno lotion was located on the lower shelves of the diapering table accessible to children; the classroom sink in the cabinet contained Windex, Lysol cleaner, Pinesol and Lysol Wipes accessible to children; Lysol wipes were located on the grey plastic shelf and on the large white table accessible to children; the cabinets under the kitchen sink contained Windex, Fabluoso cleaner, and Mazalo Oil accessible to the children: a tye dye kit was accessible to the children in the toy area of the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.75(c) Has all items
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, soap was missing from the two first aid kits located in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, Dirt, cob webs and dead flies were present in the window areas of the front of the facility and in the side window near the tent. - The parameter of the facility was dirty with debris. - A plastic wrapper was present on the floor near the toy bin. - A nail and bolts were present on the floor. - Outlet by the play kitchen set was loose from the wall. - Floor board by the back door was loose from the wall. - piece of sheetrock over the bathroom door was hanging. - handrails outside leading to playspace is rough with pinch points and splinters - leaves, debris, old dirty mats, broken equipment and an old rusty metal pole was present in the playspace. - metal hooks were protruding from the brick wall outside of the back door leading to the playspace”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, two first aid kits were observed on the lower shelves of diapering table accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, peeling paint was present on the outside steps and platform leading to the play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.80 Glass
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, there was no visual strip or other visual identification on the front door glass located in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, a plastic bag was present in the little playhouse with gears on it.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not contain an initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.192(2)(i) Age
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not contain verification of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.31(f) Age and training
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, there was no evidence on file that Staff person #1 has completed professional development training in the Health and Safety topics required.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.26(a)(1) Emergency plan
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not state the shelter in place location in the facility and the plan did not include a "lockdown" procedure.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2022
3280.26(a)(5) Emergency plan
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not address the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.31(e)(4)(i)/3280.192(6) Age and training/Content of Records
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, there was no evidence on file that Staff person #1 has completed a training by a professional in the field of Pediatric First-Aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not include verification of 2 years of child care experience in order to qualify as a primary staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, protective receptacle covers were missing in the unused outlets of the surge protector located under the large white table near the kitchen area. There was no protective cover in the unused outlet on the wall of the facility bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and a continuity of operations statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2022
3280.26(c) Training regarding plan
“On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, there was no evidence on file that Staff person #1 was trained on the facility's emergency plan at initial hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
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131 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, PA 19144 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
138 W Chelten Ave # 48, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, PA 19144 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Philadelphia, PA 19144 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Philadelphia, PA 19144 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Philadelphia, PA 19144 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Philadelphia, PA 19144 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Philadelphia, PA 19144 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Yes. Ambitious Achievers 2 is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 21, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 51 rules across 8 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 50 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.
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Its hours are not listed. Call (215) 416-8051 to confirm.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 416-8051 to ask.
(215) 416-8051.
Philadelphia, PA 19144. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.