WONDERSPRING - New Market West
5901 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
4.3· 12 reviews
Kiddie Prep Academy
- licensed capacity
- 41
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Kiddie Prep Academy
Kiddie Prep Academy is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 41 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 41 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 41 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kiddie Prep Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Kiddie Prep Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 41 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00256040
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 30, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Background checks 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Apr 30, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not included an updated emergency contact sheet nor a agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not included a current signed disclosure statement.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
Nov 17, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.192(2)(i) Age
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not include verification of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not include verification of child care experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“While conducting my inspection I observed a hole in the wall in the stairway.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not obtain an updated mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
Apr 1, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1 did not include the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2025
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility did not send 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: Apr 11, 2025
Apr 3, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.61 Measurement and use of indoor child care space
“During my inspection I observed that the upstairs room was not setup as a childcare room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During my inspection I observed that the cabinet on the 2nd floor was unlocked with toxics in it.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During my inspection I observed that the facility's water was temping at 112 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not have their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024
3270.111(a) Written plan
“During my inspection I observed that the room upstairs did not have a posted daily schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024
May 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection dated 5/3/2023, certification representative observed that there was chipped paint and plaster on the back wall of facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2023
- Jul 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kiddie Prep Academy
Is Kiddie Prep Academy licensed?
Yes. Kiddie Prep Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Kiddie Prep Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 30, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kiddie Prep Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Kiddie Prep Academy care for?
41, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Kiddie Prep Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kiddie Prep Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kiddie Prep Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 748-1288 to ask.
What is Kiddie Prep Academy's phone number?
(215) 748-1288.
Where is Kiddie Prep Academy?
5843 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19139. The nearest other daycare we list is Divine Academy Center, under 0.1 miles away.