Grace Kids Academy
113 E Hunting Park Ave Space 141 To 147, Philadelphia, PA
4.6· 21 reviews
Cayuga Ost
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim it
About
About Cayuga Ost
Cayuga Ost is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 30 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12 yr
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cayuga Ost has not listed its tuition.
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition.
State record
Inspection reports for Cayuga Ost
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00249225
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 29, 2025: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 30 rules in all · 30 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Records and paperwork 7
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Background checks 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.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
See all 5 visits
Oct 29, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #2 did not include health insurance/MA coverage and policy number. The emergency contact form of child #3 did not include health insurance/MA policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement forms of child #1 and child #4 did not include the date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, several children were in the bathroom unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the refrigerator where the program stores food read 49° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the trash cans in the cafeteria had trash and napkins that appeared to be contaminated by human secretions.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the files of all staff persons did not include the updated Disclosure forms.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the prevention and identification of child maltreatment was not addressed in the facility's Shaken Baby Syndrome policy. There was no written agreement between the school and childcare program's legal entity documenting the school's process for the disposal of hazardous materials and biological contaminants.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted
“On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, an evacuation route was not posted on the entrance level of the school.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“On 10-29-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #3 did not include the phone number of the child's physician/source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
Oct 7, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 2 and 3 was missing annual evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 5.5 annual training hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan. The emergency plan was missing continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2024
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1,2,3 and 4 did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 2,4 and 5 work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 2 was missing name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2024
Nov 15, 2023Inspection15 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During renewal inspection certification rep asked for fire drill log. Fire drill was not conducted.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 1 reference letter.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2023
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 child care experience needs to be verified.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2023
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed first aid bags. One of the first aid bags was missing tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1, 2,3 and 4 were missing work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact for 6 was missing work address of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 1 and 2 was missing health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
3270.34(b)(4) Associate's, 30 credits + 4 yrs
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 5 was missing her transcripts from her file. Certification rep was unable to determine is staff met the qualifications of a director.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 5 was missing parent's signature. During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Child 1,2,3,4,5 and 6 were missing fee agreements from their file.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2023
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 5 and 6 were missing written annual evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #2-- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: 10 hour health and safety training. Staff 5 is also missing 1 hour updated health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.182(4) Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 and 2 was missing signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2023
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 6 was missing emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2023
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 6 was missing 12 annual training hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Age and Training/Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 and 4 did not have a current first aid/cpr in their file.During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 6 was missing fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection certification rep asked for emergency drill log. Annual emergency drill was not documented and on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023
Oct 7, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.25(a)/3270.171(c) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations/Safe routes posted
“AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, INFORMATION ON HOW TO ACCESS THE REGULATIONS, THE REGIONAL OFFICE CONTACT INFORMATION, AND THE WRITTEN NOTIFICATION OF SAFE DROP OFF AND PICK UP ROUTES WERE NOT POSTED ON THE PARENT BOARD OR IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
Oct 8, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1 (HIRED 9/27/21) DID NOT CONTAIN COMPLETE CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED BY THE CPSL. THE LEGAL ENTITY HAS AN APPROVED PROVISIONAL HIRE WAIVER ON FILE, HOWEVER STAFF PERSON #1 IS PAST THE PROVISIONAL HIRE DATE (11/11/21)AND DOES NOT HAVE A COMPLETE PA CRIMINAL CLEARANCE, COMPLETE FBI CLEARANCE, OR COMPLETE NSOR VERIFICATION ON FILE. ONLY RECEIPTS FOR THESE CLEARANCES ARE ON FILE.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2021
Reviews
Parent reviews
No parent reviews yet
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
Daycares near Cayuga Ost
Stages Community School
635 W Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Christ Like Services Family Child Care Home
Philadelphia, PA 19140 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
5.0· 20 reviews
Casa Del Carmen Family Center
4400 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA
4.4· 126 reviews
Brightside Academy
543 W Courtland St, Philadelphia, PA
4.7· 18 reviews
Asociacion Puertorriquenos En Marcha
4221 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Titis Learning Academy
4632 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA
Kiddie Klubhouse
4721 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA
4.8· 22 reviews
Treasure Dees Learning Academy 2
461 W Roosevelt Blvd 1st Floor, Philadelphia, PA
5.0· 5 reviews
FAQ
Questions about Cayuga Ost
Is Cayuga Ost licensed?
Yes. Cayuga Ost is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Cayuga Ost last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on October 29, 2025, with 9 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cayuga Ost had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 30 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 30 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.
Does Cayuga Ost accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Cayuga Ost's hours?
Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cayuga Ost cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 854-7091 to ask.
What is Cayuga Ost's phone number?
(215) 854-7091.
Where is Cayuga Ost?
4344 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140. The nearest other daycare we list is Casa Del Carmen Family Center, 0.1 miles away.