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Clementine Montessori
- licensed capacity
- 159
- yearly, posted tuition
- $4,000
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About Clementine Montessori
Clementine Montessori is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 159 children.
It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, full-time care, part-time care and preschool. It lists yearly tuition from $4,000 to $24,950.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 159 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (215) 717-1572 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Music, Spanish and gardening |
| Discounts | Sibling discount $1500 for the 2026-2027 academic year |
| More | Founded 2010-2011 (inaugural year) |
| Licensed capacity | 159 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Clementine Montessori lists yearly tuition from $4,000 to $24,950.
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Primary, 8am-1pm, ages 3-6, minimum five half days (2026-2027, school year Aug-June) | $24,250 |
| Toddler Extended Day Option #1, 3pm-4:30pm | $4,000 |
| Toddler Extended Day Option #2, 3pm-5:30pm | $5,000 |
| Toddler Full Day Program, 8am-3pm (2026-2027, school year) | $24,950 |
| Toddler Half Day Program, M-F 8am-12pm (2026-2027, school year) | $18,950 |
5 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Clementine Montessori
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 159 children
- License number
- #CER-00249018
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 27, 2025: 12 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 19 rules in all · 19 corrected
- Safety and hazards 7
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 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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Oct 27, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, it was observed that the emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, the file for staff #1 was viewed and did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2025
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, the files for staff #2 and staff #3 were viewed and there was not a completed initial health assessment including a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, the file for staff #2 was viewed and the file did not include a completed DHS FBI Fingerprinting Clearance, a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance, a PA Criminal Background Clearance, and a Child Abuse Clearance. (See code Sheet for hire date).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, it was observed that the facility emergency plan did not include a Continuity of Care policy.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2025
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, 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: Nov 3, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, the file for staff #4 was viewed and the most recent health assessment was dated 4/11/23. An update had not been completed within a 24-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, it was observed that child #1 and child #2 were left unsupervised in the bathroom in the Magnolia room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, it was observed in the Linden Room and the Sundrops Room that the first aid kit travel bags were placed on the floor near the door and the bags was accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
3270.81 Glass
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, it was observed that the glass doors in the Magnolia Room did not have any visual identification on them.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, it was observed that there was a bookcase in the Magnolia room that was not attached to the wall, and it was a tipping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 10/27/2025, it was observed that one electrical outlet did not have a protective cover on it.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
Sep 12, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
3270.131(d)(3) Current medication and reason
“During the renewal inspection on 9/12/2024 it was observed that the Epipen medication for child #1 was not current. The medication expired 8/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“During the renewal inspection on 9/12/2024, it was observed that three bookcases in the Magnolia room, one bookcase in the Laurels room, and 4 bookcases in the Sundrops room were not secured to the wall and were a tipping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2024
3270.81 Glass
“During the renewal inspection on 9/12/2024, it was observed that the glass doors going into the indoor/outdoor play area did not have visual identification on them.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection on 9/12/2024 it was observed that toxic Clorox wipes were on top of a bookcase and it was accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 9/12/2024, the files for staff person #1, #2, and #3, were reviewed. The out of state clearances from the state of Delaware were not completed for staff #1, the Mandated Reporter training for staff #2 expired on 7/22/2024, the National Sex Offender Registry clearance was not completed for staff #3. (see code sheet for start dates).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection on 9/12/2024, the files for staff #1, and staff #3 were reviewed and the file did not contain documentation of a completed the 10-hour Health and Safety training. (See code sheet for start dates).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 9/12/2024 it was observed that the pillar in the outside play area had chipping paint and plaster.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2024
Oct 30, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection dated 10/30/2023, certification representative observed that there was two electrical outlets in the kindergarten room that did not have protective receptacle covers on them.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection dated 10/30/2023, certification representative reviewed staff #1 personnel file and staff #1 Health Assessment was dated 9/22/21 which is past the 24 month period required.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection dated 10/30/2023, certification representative observed toxics the bathroom of the Magnolia Room. In the Sundrops room, there was toxic diapering substances under the changing table and it was unlocked, and there was toxic (sunscreens) in the office and the toxics were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection dated 10/30/2023, certification representative observed that local traffic safety authorities had not been notified in writing of the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“During the renewal inspection dated 10/30/2023, certification representative observed that the bookcases in the Kindergarten room were a tipping hazard for the children. They were not secured to the walls or floors.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection dated 10/30/2023, certification representative observed that there were sharp edged scissors that were accessible to the children in the Ginko Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
3270.81 Glass
“During the renewal inspection dated 10/30/2023, certification representative observed that the glass doors and windows in the child care spaces did not have visual identification on them.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection dated 10/30/2023, certification representative observed in the kindergarten room that there was chipping paint and plaster on the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection dated 10/30/2023, certification representative observed that the Office of Emergency Management had not been notified with a copy of the emergency plan as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the renewal inspection dated 10/30/2023, certification representative observed that the hand washing signs in the required areas did not have the required wording from 3270.82(h).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
Apr 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On 4/6/23 during the initial inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations during/after an emergency, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Clementine Montessori
Is Clementine Montessori licensed?
Yes. Clementine Montessori is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Clementine Montessori last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on October 27, 2025, with 12 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Clementine Montessori had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 Clementine Montessori care for?
159, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Clementine Montessori accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Clementine Montessori's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (215) 717-1572 to confirm.
How much does Clementine Montessori cost?
Yearly tuition from $4,000 to $24,950, as it lists it.
What is Clementine Montessori's phone number?
(215) 717-1572.
Where is Clementine Montessori?
2000 Hamilton St Lower Level, Philadelphia, PA 19130. The nearest other daycare we list is SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School, 0.1 miles away.