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Kencrest Adams Philadelphia

575 Adams Ave, Philadelphia, PA 191204.0· 20 reviews
licensed capacity
115
open each week
5 days

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About Kencrest Adams Philadelphia

Kencrest Adams Philadelphia is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 115 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, early head start and head start. It says it provides meals.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 73 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Preschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Children 0-5
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
115 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesChildren 0-5
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, early head start, head start, pre-k, special-needs / inclusion care and summer camp
CurriculumHighScope
EnrichmentArt, music, and dance programs
StaffAll staff hold Pennsylvania child abuse history clearances and criminal clearances from the Pennsylvania State Police
Daily lifeMeals provided
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity115 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Kencrest Adams Philadelphia

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
115 children
License number
#CER-00257796
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 20, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 8 of 8 visits · 73 rules in all · 73 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 23
  • Health, medication and illness 12
  • Records and paperwork 12
  • Safety and hazards 8
  • Background checks 6
  • Building, equipment and play areas 5
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Discipline and child guidance 3
  • Food and nutrition 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. May 20, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1 did not include mandated reporter training.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “At the time of the inspection, the pediatric cpr & first aid for staff file #2 was dated 4/9/24-4/2026.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #3 did not include a completed health and safety training. Health and safety part 1 was only observed.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “At the time of the inspection, the director confirmed staff #1 while taking children out to the gym left child #1 in room 6 for a few minutes and did not count the children before leaving the classroom and arriving to the gym.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

  2. May 20, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1 did not include mandated reporter training.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “At the time of the inspection, the pediatric cpr & first aid for staff file #2 was dated 4/9/24-4/2026.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #3 did not include a completed health and safety training. Health and safety part 1 was only observed.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “At the time of the inspection, the director confirmed staff #1 while taking children out to the gym left child #1 in room 6 for a few minutes and did not count the children before leaving the classroom and arriving to the gym.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

  3. Apr 7, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Background checks

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

      “During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 15 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not include an updated PA State Police Criminal History clearance (last 11/6/20).”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 15 staff files and the file of staff #2 did not include PQAS certified pediatric CPR and first aid training within 90 days of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2026

  4. Mar 25, 2026Inspection20 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #5 & 8 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: Apr 9, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #3 & 4 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #3 & 7 did not include the health and safety training certificate.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #5 did not include the annual emergency plan training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026

    • Background checks

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

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #2 included a DHS FBI clearance dated 8/25/19 and a mandated reporter training dated 7/23/20. The file of staff #7 included a state police clearance dated 11/6/20 and a DHS FBI clearance dated 11/11/20. The file of staff #1 did not include a signed updated disclosure statement. The file of staff #3 did not include a mandated reporter training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.35(b)(2)/3270.192(2)(ii) Bachelor's, 30 credits + 1 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #4 did not include the verification of child care experience.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #5 & 8 did not include the verification of child care experience.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “At the time of the inspection, an uncovered electrical outlet was observed in room 1. Non-compliance was corrected on site.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “At the time of the inspection, the vents in room 4, 5 and 6 were observed significant accumulation of dust and debris.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was observed in rooms 1 - 4 & 6.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee

      “At the time of the inspection, the financial agreement of child #1-4 did not include the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid

      “At the time of the inspection, the financial agreement for child #1-4 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “At the time of the inspection, the financial agreement for child #1-4 did not include services provided by the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “At the time of the inspection, the emergency contacts of child # 1-4 did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #3 & 4 did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5) Immunization record

      “At the time of the inspection, the health assessment of child #3 did not include the immunization report.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of child #1 included a health assessment that did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3)/3270.192(3) Exam communicable disease/Health assessment, TB test

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #6 health assessment did not include the examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #3 did not include the annual fire safety training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #8 included a pediatric cpr & first aid certificate dated 8/16/23. The file of staff #4 did not include a pediatric cpr & first aid certificate.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026

  5. Apr 17, 2025Inspection20 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “At the time of inspection, staff person #3 Mandated Reporter Training expired 10.31.2024. Training on file was dated 10.31.2019.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025

    • Background checks

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

      “At the time of inspection, staff person #3 NSOR Clearance expired 1.9.2025. NSOR documented on file was dated, 1.9.2020. Staff person #6 did not have a signed Disclosure Statement on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and #3 did not have a current annual employee evaluation on file. Last documented evaluation for staff person #1 was dated 3.8.2024. Staff person #3 did not have a documented evaluation on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 30 credits/Transcript, diploma and letters

      “At the time of inspection, staff persons #4 and #6 did not have documented verification of education and/or experience on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “At the time of inspection, lower sink cabinets that were accessible to children in 3 of the Head Start (HS) classrooms contained toxic cleaning solutions in its original bottle that was labeled, "keep out of reach of children".”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “At the time of inspection, First Aid Kit in Head Start Rm #1 was missing scissors and soap. First Aid Kit in Infant to OT Rm was missing scissors. First Aid Kit in Head Start Rm #3 was missing scissors.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “At the time of inspection, the Infant to OT room refrigerator did not have a thermometer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “At the time of inspection, children #1, #2 and #4 did not have a required Child Service Report on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “At the time of inspection, child #1 Financial Agreement Form did not contain authorized release individuals to whom the parent authorizes the child to be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “At the time of inspection, child #1 and #2 Financial Agreement Forms did not contain the child's admission date.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra

      “At the time of inspection, children ##2, #5, #6, #7, Financial Agreement Forms did not specify any services that should be considered as extra.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

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

      “At the time of inspection, child #1 documented health assessment on file was dated 9.2023.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(3) Current medication and reason

      “At the time of inspection, child #1 documented health assessment on file did not answer if the child was on any medication or a specialized diet.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.166(1) Written statement

      “At the time of inspection, there was not a documented feeding schedule for any of the enrolled infants available for viewing in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.171(c) Safe routes posted

      “At the time of inspection, the facilities Pick up/Drop Off Procedures was not posted in a conspicuous location.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “At the time of inspection, staff person #2 did not documentation of two nonfamily references on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.61 Measurement and use of indoor child care space

      “At the time of inspection, it was observed that the very last room/childcare space to the rear on the righthand side of the facility was not set up for childcare. Furniture and childcare items were in the process of being assembled. Large boxes and storage containers occupied most of the open area in the childcare space.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “At the time of inspection, staff person #1 only had 3 out of the required 12 credit training hours on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

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

      “At the time of inspection, child #2 did not have a documented health assessment on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “At the time of inspection, staff persons #2, #4, #5 and #6 did not have Emergency Plan Training documented on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025

  6. Dec 9, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have an updated health assessment on file. Last health assessment on file was dated 11.22.2021.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

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

      “At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have fire safety training on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have an annual written evaluation on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(d) No harsh language

      “At the time of inspection, it was reported that staff person #1 often scream and yell at children to get their attention or for redirection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024

  7. Dec 9, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have an updated health assessment on file. Last health assessment on file was dated 11.22.2021.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

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

      “At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have fire safety training on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have an annual written evaluation on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(d) No harsh language

      “At the time of inspection, it was reported that staff person #1 often scream and yell at children to get their attention or for redirection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024

  8. Mar 20, 2024Inspection23 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 the program did not provide documentation of emergency plan date of review.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff persons # 3,5, and 9 files did not include documentation of emergency plan training completed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

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

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person#13 file did not include documentation of fire safety training completed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 facility did not provide verification of annual emergency drill being conducted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 9 and 10 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 the program did not provide verification of emergency plan and subsequent plan being sent to local municipality.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 2,3,5,6,8,12, and 14 file did not included completed 12 hour annual training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 child#4 emergency contact form did not include health insurance policy number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 child # 2 emergency contact form did not include physicians number or address.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.101(a) Age appropriate

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 it was observed unoccupied classroom#7 was not set up to care for children. There was no appropriate play equipment, also extra furniture from other classrooms, boxes, unused rugs that were rolled up.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 it was observed classroom# 4 and 6 first aid kit was missing scissors, classroom# 5 and 7 was missing tweezers, and the indoor play space first aid kit was missing soap.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 it was observed in classroom # 1 and 3 the exit glass doors did not have required decals.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.69(b) 110º F or less

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 it was observed 3 sinks in classroom # 6 water measured at 118° F. Classroom # 7 bathroom sink and taller sink in the classroom area water is measuring at 118° F. The indoor play space taller sink is measuring at 118° F. .”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 child # 1through 3 emergency contact had not been reviewed in the last 6 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 1 and 9 files did not include documentation of health assessment or TB completed; staff person# 4 file did not include documentation of TB testing completed; staff person# 10 file did not include documentation of health assessment completed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person # 3,5, and 12 file did not include a completed annual evaluations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 13 did not complete the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024

    • Background checks

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

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 1 file did not include FBI, or NSOR clearances; staff person# 10 file did not include state police, or NSOR clearances”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 2 through 4 and 7 file didnt include verification of 10 hour health and safety training completed, and staff person#5,9,11, and 12 file did not include 1 hour updated health and safety training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 1 and 9 files 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: Apr 3, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.18(a) On file at facility

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 the program did not provide liability insurance that included the address of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 Provider did not written policy addressing potential signs /symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing children; and prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 it was observed the outside play area had large pieces of trash, a large sign not mounted posing as a tipping hazard, also, an infestation of unknown bug covering the shed, entrance and exit gate.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

  9. Feb 24, 2023Inspection19 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) Bachelor's + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.35(b)(2)/3270.192(2)(ii) Bachelor's, 30 credits + 1 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “During the inspection on 4/6/2023 the file records for staff person #6 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.35(b)(2)/3270.192(2)(iv) Bachelor's, 30 credits + 1 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters

      “During the electronic inspection the file record for staff person # 6 did not include acceptable verification of education, the degree observed did not identify the study/major of the degree conferred.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “During the inspection on 4/6/2023 the file records for staff person #2 and 3 did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.62(c) Space safe for large muscle activity

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the outside area was observed having, debris, leaves, plastic, beer cans and trash. This poses a threat to the health and safety of the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the first-aid kits in the classroom#1 was missing gloves, in classrooms #2 & 7the first aid kits were missing gloves, classroom #3 was missing soap and tweezers, classroom #4 was missing scissors and soap and in Classroom# 5 was missing soap, tweezers and soap.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file records for child # 1, and 8 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 classroo#1 did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for 2 children receiving care in the space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

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

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file records for child #6 and 8 did not include an updated health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file record for child # 4 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file record for child #4 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file record for staff person #6 did not include an acceptable health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file records for child#1,2,3,4,5,6,7, 8 and 9 did not include a review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.61 Measurement and use of indoor child care space

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 classroom #6 was observed having storage, and adult tables and chairs, the classroom was not set up for child care.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “During the electronic inspection on 4/3/2023 the fire drill log was observed and there was no record of an emergency drill be conducted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(h) Health and Safety Training

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file records for staff person # 2, 3 and 5 did not include the required updated one-hour health and safety training”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “During the remote inspection on 4/3/2023 the facility did not have a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2023

  10. Apr 28, 2022Inspection19 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.192(4) CPSL information

      “It was observed that staff person # 2 and #5 file did not have verified NSOR completed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

      “It was observed that staff person # 3 file did not have verification of tuberculosis screening.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease

      “It was observed that child# 3 health assessment was not verified by a physician that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “It was observed that child # 2,3,4,5,6,and 7 emergency contact did not display address of the designated release individual.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “It was observed that child # 6 emergency contact did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “It was observed that staff person # 1 did not complete emergency plan training.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.61(f) No business simultaneous use

      “It was observed that classroom # 5 is being used for storage, all though the space is counted as childcare space.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “It was observed in classroom# 6 that a bottle of bleach and water was stored in an unlocked cabinet that was accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.69(b) 110º F or less

      “Both sinks in classroom #6, water temperature was measured at 120° F”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “It was observed that the first aid kit located in classrooms # 4 and 6 were missing tweezers. Classroom # 8 was also missing tweezers, soap, and scissors.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “It was observed that classroom # 6 had dirt and cobb-webs in the classroom. Trash was also observed in the outside play area.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “It was observed classrooms # 1,2,3, 4,6 and 8 children's bathroom did not have hand washing signs posted by the sink/toileting areas.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “It was observed in classroom # 2 children's blue chair was ripped on left and right arms cushion.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “It was observed that classroom #2 had a total of 14 children. Staff person # 1 and #2 identified a total of 13 children when 14 were present in the childcare space.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee

      “It was observed that child # 1 agreement form did not display a specific fee for service.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “It was observed that child# 2, 8 and 9 emergency contact did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.18(a) On file at facility

      “It was observed the address displayed on the liability insurance did not match the facility being inspected.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “It was observed that child # 11 emergency contact 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: May 12, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “It was observed that child# 8 and 10 emergency contact did not include an address for child or the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

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  1. Nov 15, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.62(c) Space safe for large muscle activity

      “During the inspection on 10/18/2021 the outdoor play space was measured and assessed. The logs were observed having jagged/sharp edges. This condition poses a threat to the health and safety of the children,”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021

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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Is Kencrest Adams Philadelphia licensed?

Yes. Kencrest Adams Philadelphia is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Kencrest Adams Philadelphia last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 20, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kencrest Adams Philadelphia had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 73 rules across 8 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 73 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 Kencrest Adams Philadelphia care for?

115, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Kencrest Adams Philadelphia accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Kencrest Adams Philadelphia'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 Kencrest Adams Philadelphia cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 342-4304 to ask.

What is Kencrest Adams Philadelphia's phone number?

(215) 342-4304.

Where is Kencrest Adams Philadelphia?

575 Adams Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120. The nearest other daycare we list is Young Achievers Learning Center-Creighten Elem Sch, 0.2 miles away.

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