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232 N 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA
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Greene Towne School
- licensed capacity
- 137
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Greene Towne School
Greene Towne School is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 137 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with full-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
MontessoriSummer campMeals provided
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 18 months to 9 years old
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 137 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 18 months to 9 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Staff | Montessori-certified teachers and experienced assistants |
| Daily life | Meals provided. Potty training: Toileting routines respectfully integrated throughout the day |
| More | Founded 1966 |
| Licensed capacity | 137 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Greene Towne School has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Greene Towne School
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 137 children
- License number
- #CER-00243604
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 2026: 10 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Background checks 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Jul 8, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/26, staff person #4 did not have Health and Safety training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/26, staff persons # 5 and 6 did not have the annual Emergency Plan training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/26, the operator did not have verification on file showing the Emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/26, the operator did not have the Pick-up and Drop-off procedures posted conspicuously for the parents to view.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
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 7/8/26, staff person #1 did not have a health assessment on file completed within the last 24 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/26, the operator did not have the Emergency Contact Forms in the childcare spaces while the children were in care. This is the second citation for this type of noncompliance and was fully addressed in the subsequent renewal inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.123(a)(3)/3270.124(f) Services proceeded/Updated every 6 months
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/26, the operator did not have Emergency Contact Information or Agreements that show the required 6-months signature from the parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/26: 1. Staff person #2 did not have a Child Abuse Clearance on file completed within the last 5 years. 2. Staff person #3 did not have an FBI Clearance or a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) completed within the last 5 years.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/26, staff person #4 did not have mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/26, staff persons #5 and 6 did not have annual fire safety training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
Jan 8, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation on 1/8/26, it was verified that on 1/5/26, staff person #1 aggressively grabbed the arm of child #1 causing a bruise.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
- Oct 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 5, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“During the renewal inspection on 8/5/25, the operator did not have an emergency plan posted conspicuously for the parents to view.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 8/5/25, in Room 114, there were 2 unused electrical outlets that did not have protective receptacle covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2025
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“During the renewal inspection on 8/5/25, Room 212 did not have a first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 8/5/25: 1. In Room 118, there was blue tape on the ground that was frayed and in poor condition. 2. In Room 114, there was rolled rugs, a yoga mat, and a cardboard box being stored in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“During the renewal inspection on 8/5/25, the operator did not have the emergency contact information forms in the childcare space for the children who are receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2025
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 8/5/25, staff person #1 did not have a health assessment completed within the last 2 years. The health assessment on file was dated 6/27/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“During the renewal inspection on 8/5/25, Room 208 did not have a written daily activity plan to reflect the new summer schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025
Jul 25, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 7/25/24, the was an unused electrical outlet without protective receptacle covers in Room 214.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 7/25/24, staff person #1 did not have FBI or NSOR clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.181(d) Dated signature affixed
“During the renewal inspection on 7/25/24, child #1 did not have a dated signature on the emergency contact information.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 7/25/24, staff person #1 did not have a health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2024
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 7/25/24, the first-aid kit in Room 208 did not have gloves.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2024
Jun 16, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the Renewal Inspection, the Certification Representative review Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 files and the Fee Agreement did not indicate an update of the 6-month review period.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2023
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff # 23 file. Staff #23 did not provide an examination for communicable diseases.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Child # 2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 file. Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 Emergency Contact Form 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: Jul 27, 2023
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During the renewal inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Child # 2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 file. Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 date of admissions on the fee agreement was not noted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2023
3270.124(b)(1) Child's name, birth date
“During the renewal inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Child # 2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 file. Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 Emergency Contact Form did not include the birthdates.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2023
3270.14/3270.31(f) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff #5, and Staff #9 file. Staff #5 and Staff #9 did not have Health and Safety professional development training within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff #5, Staff #3, Staff #9 Staff #21, and Staff #22. Staff #5, Staff #3, Staff #21, and Staff #22. file did not include a child abuse clearance, and criminal clearance from out of the state. Staff #9 file did not include a copy of the FBI Clearance results, and it did not include a copy of the NSOR clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2023
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“During the renewal inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Child # 2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 file. Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 Fee Agreement did not specify the person designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2023
3270.14/3270.31(f)(10) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the Renewal Inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff #8, Staff #9, and Staff #9 files. Staff #8, Staff #29, and Staff #29 did not complete pediatric first aid within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During an initial inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Child #6 file. Child #3 Emergency Contact did not provide health insurance coverage policy information, and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2023
Feb 17, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the Initial Inspection, the Certification Representative conducted a walk through the facility to Classroom #208, #212, #214, #239, #114, #118, #121 and #130, #224 (Indoor Play Areas) and notice the handwashing signs displayed in the sink areas did not specify before toileting and mealtimes.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During the initial Inspection, the Certification Representative conducted a walk through the facility and noticed Classroom #212, #114, #118 had objects less than 1-inch beans, and marbles.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Greene Towne School
Is Greene Towne School licensed?
Yes. Greene Towne School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Greene Towne School last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with 10 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Greene Towne School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 Greene Towne School care for?
137, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Greene Towne School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Greene Towne School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Greene Towne School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 563-6368 to ask.
What is Greene Towne School's phone number?
(215) 563-6368.
Where is Greene Towne School?
55 N 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19103. The nearest other daycare we list is French Communication Inst Petite Ecole Bilingue, under 0.1 miles away.