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Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct

4137 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 191294.0· 15 reviews
licensed capacity
26
open each week
5 days

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About Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct

Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 26 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM 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 25 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: school-age children

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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
26 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity26 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
26 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00253568
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Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 19, 2026: 9 rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 25 rules in all · 25 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 10
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Supervision and ratios 4
  • Transportation 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Records and paperwork 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.

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  1. Feb 19, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/29/26 cleaning products were observed unlocked under the microwave cabinet in the school age classroom area.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026

    • Transportation

      3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points

      “During the renewal inspection the operator did not have verification that a letter was sent to local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “During the renewal inspection the fire alarm inspection report was expired.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26 the operator could not locate all parts of the emergency plan. The continuity of operations was missing the day of the inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a) Emergency plan

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26 the operator could not locate all parts of the emergency plan. The following areas were missing from the plan: Lockdown procedures, accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/29/25 child #3 did not have a current health assessment on file at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “During the inspection on 2/19/2026 the operator did not have verification that an annual drill was held in one area of the emergency plan.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26 the emergency contact form for child #1 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: Mar 11, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5)/3270.181(c) Designated release persons/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/19/26 the agreement for child #2 has not been updated in a 6 month period and did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026

  2. Feb 20, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan/Emergency plan

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/20/25 the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with chronic medical conditions. The emergency plan did not include lock down procedures.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(e) Emergency master file updated

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/20/25 the emergency contact forms in the classrooms had not been updated/reviewed for over six months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      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 2/20/25 the file for staff person #2 did not contain a current health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/20/25 the emergency contact form for child #1 #2 and #3 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/20/25 the agreement for child #3 and #4 did not include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.115(a)(6) Lifeguard training/supervision

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/20/25 the operator indicated that the children at the facility went swimming during the summer months of 2024. The operator did not have a file for the certified lifeguard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/20/24 the file for staff person #3 did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance or an NSOR clearance.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/20/25 the operator did not have a parent letter explaining the emergency procedures.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/20/25 the file for child #5 did not contain a current health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025

  3. Feb 23, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/23/24 the operator did not have verification that an emergency plan drill was conducted in the past year.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/23/24 child #1 #2 #3 #4 and #5 did not have a current health assessment as required.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024

    • Transportation

      3270.176(a) Insured

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/23/24 the operator could not locate current motor vehicle insurance for the van used to transport the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024

    • Transportation

      3270.124(d)/3270.178 Excursions/Transportation First Aid Kit

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/23/24 the van used to transport children did not have a first aid kit or emergency contact information for the children being transported.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/23/24 the operator did not have a current fire inspection report from a fire safety professional.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/23/24 the provider did not have a written policy that included Recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and a policy that addresses the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. During the renewal inspection on 2/23/24 the emergency plan did not address "continuity of operations".”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/23/24 staff persons #1 #2 and #3 did not have verification of fire safety training for the past year.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024

  4. Jan 18, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/18/2023, the files for children # 4 and 5 contained a health assessment more than 12-months old.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/18/2023, the files for children #1, 2, and 4 contained a record on influenza vaccination more than one-year-old; the files for children # 3 and 5 did not contain record of an influenza vaccination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(d) Dated signature affixed

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/18/2023, the file for child #1 contained a signature without a date.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(2) Emergency plan

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/18/2023, the emergency plan did not contain the evacuation route to the off-site location.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/18/2023, the emergency plan did not contain verification that it was sent to the local emergency management department.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a) Health information

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/18/2023, the files for children # 1 and 2 did not contain a health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/18/2023, the fire inspection on record was dated more than one year ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023

  5. Jan 14, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a) Signed

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/14/2022, the file for child #2 did not contain a financial agreement.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/14/2022, the file for children #1 did not contain a financial agreement that has not been updated in the past 6 months, dated 08/30/2020; the file for child # 3 did not contain a financial agreement or emergency contact form that has been updated in the past 6 months, dated 09/03/2020.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/14/2022, the sign telling children to wash hands before eating and after toileting was missing from the bathroom sink and the sink in the infant room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During a renewal inspection on 1/14/2022, the electric fuse box cover was missing, causing there to be exposed wires; the playground was being used as a storage area and was not able to be used for outdoor play.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “During a renewal inspection on 1/14/2022, the files for staff persons #1, #2, and #3 did not contain documentation of Fire Safety training conducted in the past 12 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “During a renewal inspection on 1/14/2022, the files for staff persons #2 and #3 did not contain documentation of emergency plan training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/14/2022, the file for child #1 contained an Influenza vaccine more than one year old, dated 09/23/2019; the files for children #3 and #4 did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “During a renewal inspection on 01/14/2022, the file or child #3 contained a health assessment dated 12/19/2018.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct

Is Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct licensed?

Yes. Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 19, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 25 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 Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct care for?

26, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 438-4128 to ask.

What is Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct's phone number?

(215) 438-4128.

Where is Creative Minds Child Care Development Ct?

4137 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19129. The nearest other daycare we list is Wee Care Child Care of East Falls, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).