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GPY-Isaac Sheppard School
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About GPY-Isaac Sheppard School
GPY-Isaac Sheppard School is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 61 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Inspection reports for GPY-Isaac Sheppard School
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- Certificate of Compliance
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Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 27, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 61 rules in all · 58 corrected
- Records and paperwork 21
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Health, medication and illness 10
- Safety and hazards 7
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Transportation 4
- Background checks 2
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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Mar 27, 2026Visit1 rule cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“On 3/27/26, the record reviewed for staff #7 did not include an initial health assessment (Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26 and the unannounced inspection conducted 3/11/26).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2026
Mar 11, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/11/26, the health assessment reviewed for child #4 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease (Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/11/26, the record reviewed for staff #7 did not include an initial health assessment (Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26).”
Feb 9, 2026Inspection28 rules cited
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #4 did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, there were no daily activity schedules posted in each group space.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2026
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 and #3 did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the record reviewed for staff #5 did not include verification of childcare experience for the position performing. (Assistant Group Supervisor) The record reviewed for staff #7 did not include verification of childcare experience or verification of education for the position performing. (Assistant Group Supervisor)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2026
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the record reviewed for staff #2 did not include verification of childcare experience for the position performing. Therefore, a director is not employed at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3270.34(b)(4)/3270.192(2)(ii) Associate's, 30 credits + 4 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the record reviewed for staff #2 did not include verification of childcare experience for the position performing. (Director)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #1 received a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. The evaluation reviewed for staff #4 was not annually updated. Last dated 1/14/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #3 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2, #3 and #4 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child #2 emergency contact also did not include the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the health assessment reviewed for child #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the record reviewed for staff #2, #5 and #7 did not include an initial health assessment. The health assessment reviewed for staff #6 was not subsequently updated with in a 24-month period. Last dated 8/10/23.”
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the financial agreement reviewed for child #1 was not updated within a 6-month period. Last dated 1/28/25. The record reviewed for child #5 did not include an agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the file reviewed for facility person #3 (see code sheet for hire date) did not include out of state clearances. (New Jersey)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the fire safety verification reviewed for staff #4 was not annually updated. Last dated 1/7/25,”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #3 received initial emergency plan training, The emergency plan training reviewed for staff #4 was not updated on an annual basis. Last dated 5/27/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the continuity of operations reviewed did not include information on, backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 and #3 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: Feb 2, 2026
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the agreement reviewed for child #2, #3 and #4 did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 and #3 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.182(4) Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 and #3 did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, upon request there was no fire drill log available for review to verify the facility conducts fire drills every 60days.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the agreement reviewed for child #2 and #3 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.123(a) Signed
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the agreement reviewed for child #2, and #4 was not signed by the operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #6 completed an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify that the facility notified 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: Feb 10, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the record reviewed for staff #2, #4 and #5 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #3 did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted 2/9/26, upon request there was no emergency drill log available for review to verify the facility conducts annual emergency drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026
Jan 28, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the agreement reviewed for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include the services which are to be considered as extra.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the agreement reviewed for child #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the agreement reviewed for child #1, #2 and #3 did not include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the agreement reviewed for child #1, #2 and #5 did not include the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify the facility notified 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: Feb 10, 2025
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify the facility 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: Feb 10, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the record reviewed for staff #1 only included 1 written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 and #5 did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #3 was not updated within a 6-month period. Last dated 1/4/24. The agreement reviewed for child #5 was not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 and #4 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: Feb 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 and #4 did not include the work addresses and work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“During the renewal inspection conducted 1/28/25, the agreement reviewed for child #5 was the original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
Apr 4, 2024Inspection17 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, provider did not have documentation of an annual emergency drill on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the records of staff #2 and #3 did not contain documentation of pediatric first-aid and CPR completed within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the record of staff #1, and #3 did not contain the results of the NSOR verification, and the records of staff 1-6 did not contain signed disclosure statements.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the records of staff #4 and #5 did not contain documentation of education and experience in order to meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which they were performing.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.121(b) Given parents in writing
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, provider indicated that parents do not receive program information in writing that indicates the facility daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the records of staff #3 and #4 did not contain a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.123(a)/3270.182(8) Signed /Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the records of children #1-5 did not contain an agreement between the parent and operator.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the emergency contact information of child #2 did not contain the address of the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) Every 60 days/Written record
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, provider did not have documentation that a fire drill was conducted at least once every 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location, nor were the parents provided information on how to access regulations and contact the regional office.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the facility emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted conspicuously in every child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, provider did not have documentation that a copy of the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, written notification of safe routes were not posted by the operator at a conspicuous location at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, provider did not have a copy of the current liability insurance policy on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the record of staff #2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(4) Health information/Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance
“During renewal inspection on April 4, 2024, the record of child #2 did not contain a health assessment (contained immunization record only).”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
Sep 27, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.27(a) Emergency plan
“During the initial inspection dated 9/27/2023, certification representative observed that there was no emergency plan onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the initial inspection dated 9/27/2023, certification representative reviewed staff person #1 personnel file. Staff person #1 had an expired Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expired on 9/6/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about GPY-Isaac Sheppard School
Is GPY-Isaac Sheppard School licensed?
Yes. GPY-Isaac Sheppard School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was GPY-Isaac Sheppard School last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 27, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has GPY-Isaac Sheppard School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 61 rules across 5 of 5 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.
Does GPY-Isaac Sheppard School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are GPY-Isaac Sheppard School's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (215) 816-5587 to confirm.
How much does GPY-Isaac Sheppard School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 816-5587 to ask.
What is GPY-Isaac Sheppard School's phone number?
(215) 816-5587.
Where is GPY-Isaac Sheppard School?
2834 N Howard St, Philadelphia, PA 19133. The nearest other daycare we list is North Star at Pan American, 0.2 miles away.