Appletree Child Care and Learning Center
3665 E Crown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
4.3· 18 reviews
Barbara L Matkowski
- licensed capacity
- 6
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Barbara L Matkowski
Barbara L Matkowski is a home daycare in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 6 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. 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 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 6 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 6 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Barbara L Matkowski has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Barbara L Matkowski
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 6 children
- License number
- #CER-00245628
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 26, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Safety and hazards 5
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Aug 26, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there was toxic hand soaps on low sinks in the bathroom and hallway leading to the children's bathroom. (Corrected on site).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3290.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted
“Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have evacuation route floor plan on the 1st floor or 2nd floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2026
3290.192(1) Name, address, and phone
“Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 did not include PA state identification or drivers' license for proof od address. (Corrected on site).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3290.24(c) Training regarding plan
“Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 did not include annual emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2026
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility smoke detectors were not interconnected when alarmed.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2026
3290.73(c)/3290.73(d) Has all items/On excursions
“Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit was missing tweezers and a bottle of water.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2026
3290.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The sippy cups and bottles were not labeled with children names.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2026
3290.24(d) Emergency plan
“Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have documentation of completing an emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2026
3290.24(a)(1) Emergency plan
“Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency plan on file did not include a lockdown plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2026
Sep 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1) Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“At the time of inspection, the files for facility children #1 and #2 did not have written proof of a recent physical.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
- Sep 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 1, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At time of inspection child # 1 and child #2 did not have parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of first aid documented on their emergency contact forms.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2022
3290.131(e)(1)/3290.131(e)(2)(i) Parent written verification from Doctor./Religious belief/strong personal objection
“At time of inspection, child # 2-5 did not have updated immunization for influenza or letter of exemption documented in their records as required per regulations.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2022
3290.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At time of inspection, the parents of child # 1 did not have address of release person documented on the child's emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Barbara L Matkowski
Is Barbara L Matkowski licensed?
Yes. Barbara L Matkowski is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Barbara L Matkowski last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 26, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Barbara L Matkowski had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Barbara L Matkowski care for?
6, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Barbara L Matkowski accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Barbara L Matkowski's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Barbara L Matkowski cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 671-0747 to ask.
What is Barbara L Matkowski's phone number?
(215) 671-0747.
Where is Barbara L Matkowski?
Philadelphia, PA 19114. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.