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Childessentials Care of West Philly
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About Childessentials Care of West Philly
Childessentials Care of West Philly is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 14 children, serving school-age children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 58 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
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 14 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (215) 883-0722 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 14 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Childessentials Care of West Philly
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 14 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00252832
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 16, 2025: 19 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 58 rules in all · 58 corrected
- Safety and hazards 16
- Health, medication and illness 9
- Staff training and qualifications 9
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Transportation 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Background checks 3
- 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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Dec 16, 2025Inspection19 rules cited
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's pick-up and drop off/safe routes was not posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not contain a signed disclosure.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan did not contain accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not had their fire system checked.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's fire extinguishers were not inspected.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not sent a copy of the emergency plan to their local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.163(a)(3) Fruit/vegetable
“During the inspection, it was observed that a vegetable was not served during lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.131(a)(3) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not have a current physical.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.101(a) Age appropriate
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility did not provide a sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use of play equipment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“While conducting my inspection I observed peeling paint on the blue wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the first aid kit did not contain soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the water was temping at 120 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 3, did not contain written evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not contain their health & safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not contain their emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include how they were going to contact their parent during & after the emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
Dec 10, 2024Inspection21 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the inspection, it was observed peeling paint on the bathroom wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the inspection, the bathroom was observed having very dirty light fixtures.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not contain the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that children 1, 2, did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“During the inspection, it was observed that staff 2, did not wipe down the surfaces after changing a diaper.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.151(c)(1) Physical examination
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not contain a current health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, was missing the required signatures at the bottom of the emergency contact sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) Name, address, and phone/Age
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not include address, and date of birth.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not conducted their annual emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the inspection, it was observed that a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates were not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-3, did not contain their minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, was not in compliance with CPSL due to not having a completed mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 3, did not contain their health & safety training and their 1hour updated health & safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-3, did not contain their annual fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not contain a first aid /CPR certification.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not contain their annual emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's had not updated their emergency plan within the late year.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include the method for facility persons to contact parents during and after the emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have the update and required policy changes for shaken baby syndrome. 1. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 2. Prevention of maltreatment”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the inspection, I observed holes in the wall and the baseboards peeling off the wall in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
Dec 22, 2023Inspection18 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.182(5)/3270.182(6) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, did not have all the required signatures on their emergency contact sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.182(3)/3270.182(4) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, did not have all the required signatures on their emergency contact sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 hired in September 2016, did not have a signed disclosure.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.176(a) Insured
“During my inspection I observed that the center's vehicle did not have current insurance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.178 Transportation First Aid Kit
“During my inspection I observed that the center's vehicle did not have a first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, had not completed their 1hr. updated health & safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not have their annual fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 2. Prevention/identification of maltreatment”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“During my inspection I observed that the fire extinguisher had not been inspected within the last year.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.124(d) Excursions
“During my inspection I observed that the child care vehicle did not have emergency contact sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, did not have an updated emergency contact sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.151(c)(1) Physical examination
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not have a current physical examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During my inspection I observed that the facility has not sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, did not include the emergency contact information including the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, 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: Jan 30, 2024
Jan 9, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection dated 1/9/23, certification representative observed that provider had not sent an updated emergency plan to the local municipalities or the county emergency management agency, and provider verified that an updated copy was not sent as required”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During renewal inspection dated 1/9/23, certification representative observed that there was no evidence that staff person #1 completed 12 hours of professional development training within a 12-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During renewal inspection dated 1/9/2023 certification representative reviewed staff person #1 file and staff person #1 has not completed the Mandated Reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented Mandated reporter training dated 6/21/2016.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
Jan 28, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“FACILITY DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR THE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“STAFF 1 HAD A PHYSICAL, DATED 3/13/19, THAT IS MORE THAN 24 MONTHS OLD.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Childessentials Care of West Philly
Is Childessentials Care of West Philly licensed?
Yes. Childessentials Care of West Philly is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Childessentials Care of West Philly last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 16, 2025, with 19 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Childessentials Care of West Philly had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 58 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 58 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 Childessentials Care of West Philly care for?
14, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Childessentials Care of West Philly accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Childessentials Care of West Philly's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (215) 883-0722 to confirm.
How much does Childessentials Care of West Philly cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 883-0722 to ask.
What is Childessentials Care of West Philly's phone number?
(215) 883-0722.
Where is Childessentials Care of West Philly?
5255 Spruce St 1st Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19139. The nearest other daycare we list is Lil Ummi STEAM Academy, 0.1 miles away.