Children Of America Chestnut Hill
8701 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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Cuddles-N-Care
- licensed capacity
- 23
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Cuddles-N-Care
Cuddles-N-Care is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 23 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 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 30 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 23 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Staff | Head teachers have either B.A degrees, collage credits in ECE. or CDA; teachers with over 25 years experience |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 23 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Cuddles-N-Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 23 children
- License number
- #CER-00248052
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 6, 2025: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 30 rules in all · 30 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 8
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Background checks 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Nov 6, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/6/25, the emergency information for child #2 did not include the addresses of the persons to who the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/6/25, the emergency information for child #3 did not include the health insurance coverage or policy number for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/6/25, Lysol spray was observed on the cubbies in the downstairs classroom and hand sanitizer was observed in the upstairs bathroom and classroom and were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/6/25, the file for child #1 did not include a child assessment, and the child has been enrolled more than 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/6/25, the emergency information for child #2 did not include the name, phone number, or address of the child's physician or medical provider.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 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
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/6/25, the emergency information for child #2 had the words "yes" in lieu of a parent signature for emergency medical care and for the administration of minor first aid procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025
Nov 26, 2024Inspection17 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the file for staff person #3 only had one written reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the file for staff person #3 did not include a signed and dated disclosure statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.192(2)(i) Age
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the file for staff person #3 did not include an ID for verification of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.181(e) Emergency master file updated
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, 5 of the emergency contacts located in the downstairs classroom had not been updated with a signature and date within the past 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the emergency information and agreement for child #1 had not been reviewed/updated with a signature and a date within the past 6 month. The most recent review/updated was dated 9/5/23 and 9/6/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the file for child #1 contained a health assessment that was more than 12 months old with a date of 7/24/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, provider did not have documentation to show the emergency plan was sent to Philadelphia County.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, staff person #2 did not have documentation of completing 12 hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the emergency information for child #4 did not include the addresses of the persons to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the emergency information for child #2 and #3 did not include the policy number and/or health insurance information for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, chipped or damaged paint was observed in the downstair classroom by the kitchen in the following areas: Yellow paint on the baseboard trim, blue trim around the door, white paint on the heater, and green paint on the top of the half door.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the hot water temperature in the upstairs bathroom measured at 119 degrees Fahrenheit when using a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the upstairs Pre-School classroom which has a capacity of 7 children, was observed to have 9 children receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 27, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the file for staff person #3 did not have documentation of completing the 10-hour Health and Safety Training within 90 days of employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2024
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, the file for staff person #3 did not include documentation of training in the facility's emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, staff person #1 and #2 did not have documentation of completing the 1-hour PA Health and Safety update within the required time frame.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“At time of renewal inspection on 11/26/24, fire safety documentation did not show the fire system was being tested every 30 days as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2024
Nov 29, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During paperwork review at renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan had not been updated to meet Federal requirements under 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii), which includes having a plan for Continuity of Operations”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 26, 2023
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“During file review at renewal inspection, the agreement for child #4 did not include the arrival and departure times for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During file review at renewal inspection, the emergency information for children #1 and #5 did not include the policy number of the insurance coverage for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During file review at renewal inspection, the emergency information for child #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not include complete address and phone information for all of the release persons as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“During file review at renewal inspection, it was observed the immunization report for child #1, #2, and #3 (enrolled more than 60 days) did not include updated influenza vaccines.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2023
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“During file review at renewal inspection, the file for staff person #2 did not include a signed and dated disclosure statement as required by the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During file review at renewal inspection, the file for facility persons #1 and #2 did not include two written non-family references.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2023
Aug 10, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At time of complaint investigation on 8/10/23, staff person #1 left the classroom to answer the door at the back of the facility, and then went to get the director, leaving staff person #2 alone with three Young Toddlers and thirteen Pre-School Children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
Dec 5, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact forms for facility children #1, #2 and #4 did not list the addresses of all release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.131(a)(3) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year
“Certification Representative could not verify a health assessment was completed as required for facility child #3. The document in the child's file did not indicate a health assessment was completed as the form indicated that a vision screening was completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for facility child #2 did not include the health insurance policy information.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“The Certification Representative could not verify facility child #4's health assessment as the report was not written by the health care provider.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“There was not documentation in the file that facility child #2 received all immunizations as recommended by the ACIP. The child's file had verification of only on series of immunizations from 10/8/2021 and there were not any form of exemptions letters/statements from a health provider or the child's parent in the child's record.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.181(e) Emergency master file updated
“Certification Representative observed several children's emergency contact forms in the classroom were not updated at least every 6 months as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“There was not developmental assessment at least every six months in the file for facility child #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
Feb 11, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“There was not documentation in the file for facility staff #1 of emergency plan training at the time of initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for facility staff #1 did not include all required clearance information. The State Police clearance in the file was still under review and the FBI clearance did not include the rap sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2022
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“There was not verification of education or experience in the staff file for facility staff #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.31(a) Age and Training
“Certification Representative observed facility persons #2 and #3 who are volunteers, working alone in the upstairs pre-school classroom with 6 children and without supervision of another qualified staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“There was not two written, nonfamily references in the file for facility staff #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Cuddles-N-Care
Is Cuddles-N-Care licensed?
Yes. Cuddles-N-Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Cuddles-N-Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on November 6, 2025, with 6 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cuddles-N-Care 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.
How many children can Cuddles-N-Care care for?
23, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Cuddles-N-Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Cuddles-N-Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cuddles-N-Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 242-3568 to ask.
What is Cuddles-N-Care's phone number?
(215) 242-3568.
Where is Cuddles-N-Care?
7707 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118. The nearest other daycare we list is Childspace Daycare Center, 0.4 miles away.