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311 E Walnut Ln, Philadelphia, PA
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Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 127
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care
Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 127 children, serving school-age 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 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 71 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 127 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| 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 | 127 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 127 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00252883
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 17, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 9 visits · 71 rules in all · 61 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 28
- Health, medication and illness 12
- Safety and hazards 10
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Background checks 4
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 17, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/17/26, it was observed that the carpets/rugs in the classrooms were in need of cleaning.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/17/26, it was observed that there were two toilets in the children's bathroom that did not flush and therefore, were not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/17/26, it was observed that the toy cars in the outdoor play space were not clean and the equipment used to store the toys was broken with sharp edges.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
Feb 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“Continued non-compliance was observed on 2/24/26 and from prior inspections on 12/22/25 and 2/3/26 in that there was no director employed and present at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2026
Feb 3, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“During the unannounced inspection on 2/3/26, it was observed that there was no director employed and present at the facility.”
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Continued non-compliance was observed on 2/3/26 from the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, in that the records of staff person #4 did not contain an acceptable health assessment”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“Continued non-compliance was observed on 2/3/26 from the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, in that the records of staff person #1, Staff person #2 did not contain a written evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
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
“Continued non-compliance was observed on 2/3/26 from the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, in that the records of child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2026
Feb 3, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“During the unannounced inspection on 2/3/26, it was observed that there was no director employed and present at the facility.”
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Continued non-compliance was observed on 2/3/26 from the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, in that the records of staff person #4 did not contain an acceptable health assessment”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“Continued non-compliance was observed on 2/3/26 from the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, in that the records of staff person #1, Staff person #2 did not contain a written evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
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
“Continued non-compliance was observed on 2/3/26 from the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, in that the records of child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2026
Dec 22, 2025Inspection17 rules cited
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, Staff person #2 did not contain a written evaluation.”
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that outlets were missing covers in the older toddler's room”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.131(a)(3)/3270.131(d)(5) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year/Immunization record
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include initial health report and a review of the child's immunized status. The records of child #2 and child #3 did not include an initial health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2026
3270.131(a)(2)/3270.131(d)(5) Initial health report for young toddler no more than 6 months/Immunization record
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25 it was observed that the records of child #4 did not include an initial health report and a review of the child's immunized status.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the baseboard in the hallway near stroller parking was peeling.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the first aid kit in the older toddlers' room did not contain soap and scissors.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not include Pediatric First Aid a& CPR training”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
3270.181(d) Dated signature affixed
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not have a date on the financial agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
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
“Durin g the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #3 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid”
3270.191 Individual Records
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that there was no individual record on file at the facility for facility persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that there was no current record of the annual inspection of the fire detection system on file at the facility and the person in charge was unable to test the system at the time of the inspection as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that there was no record of the annual emergency drill presented at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not include two written, nonfamily references”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not have an updated emergency contact. Document dated 5/12/25. The records of child #3 did not contain an updated emergency contact and financial agreement. Documents dated 2/20/25 respectively.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not contain an acceptable health assessment”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not include a child Abuse clearance as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #5 did not include a current PA state Police clearance, Child Abuse clearance, Federal Bureau of Investigations and National Sex offender Registry clearance as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #6 did not contain a current National Sex Offender Registry certificate as required by the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #5 did not include fire safety training at least annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2026
Dec 17, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24 it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include training in the emergency plan and the records of staff person #5 did not include updated training in the emergency plan. Document dated 12/11/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not contain Pediatric First Aid & CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not include fire safety training and the records of staff person #5 did not include updated fire safety training. Document dated 2/3/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include the applications for the PA state Police record or clearance and/or the Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance and the child Abuse clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection on12/17/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #5 did not include a staff evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that there was no first aid kit in Room 307”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that there was a hole in the front glass window and glass was cracked. There were lights out in Room 308 and Room 310. There was a hole in the wall in Room 307.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint in Room 307.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that the mats in Room 308 were torn and worn and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 contained the original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #3 did not contain the release persons addresses.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.131(a)(3)/3270.131(d)(5) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year/Immunization record
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that the records of child #3 did not include a health assessment and child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include 2 written nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection on 12/17/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include verification of childcare experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2025
Aug 26, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Continued noncompliance was observed on 8/26/24 in that the records of staff person #2, did not contain verification of education. The records of staff person #2, and staff person #4 did not contain verification of childcare experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Continued noncompliance was observed on 8/26/24 in that the records of staff person #2 did not include training in the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Continued noncompliance was observed on 8/26/24 in that the documents presented did not verify that a fire drill was conducted at least once every 60 days. Documents verified fire drill conducted on 4/8/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Continued noncompliance was observed on 8/26/24 in that the walls of the school age room were not in good repair with holes under and near the television.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Continued noncompliance was observed on 8/26/24 in that the records of staff person #4 did not include two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2024
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“Continued noncompliance was observed on 8/26/24 in that the records of staff person #4 did not contain acceptable verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not contain acceptable verification of education.”
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include training in the emergency plan.”
3270.21/3270.31(f) General Health and Safety/Health and Safety Training
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First aid /CPR, Mandated Reporter, and Building Blocks Health and safety training. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR training”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the unannounced visit on 7/11/24, it was observed that the documents presented did not verify that a fire drill was conducted at least once every 60 days. Documents verified fire drill conducted on 4/8/24.”
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that the records of Staff person #3 did not contain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that the fire extinguisher was not tagged within the last year with a tag date of April 2023. There was no document verifying the testing of the Fire detection system every 30 days as required by ACT 62.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that Staff person # 3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First Aid/CPR, Mandated Reporter, and Building Blocks Health & Safety trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #3 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry certificate as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #4 did not include the State Police Criminal Record and Child Abuse clearances as required by the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not contain an annual evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that there was no Director employed at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that the walls of the school age room were not in good repair with holes under and near the television.”
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, and staff person #3 did not contain verification of education. The records of staff person #1 and staff person #2, staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not contain verification of childcare experience.”
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the unannounced inspection on 7/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the unannounced visit on 7/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #3, and staff person #4 did not include two written, nonfamily references.”
Dec 27, 2023Inspection12 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection on 12/27/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not include training regarding the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection o n12/27/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not contain training by a professional in the field of Pediatric first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection o n12/27/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection on 12/27/23, it was observed that Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire. (Get Started with Center Based Care: Building Blocks for quality or Revised version)”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 12/27/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not contain the application for the National Sex Offender Registry certificate (NSOR).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection o n12/27/23, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include an updated health report. Report dated 12/22/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“During the renewal inspection on12/27/23, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include the influenza vaccine or a letter of exemption.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During the renewal inspection o n12/27/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2024
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection on 12/27/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include verification of child care experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection on12/27/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection on 12/27/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain 12 clock hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection on 12/27/23 it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
May 16, 2023Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At the time of inspection facility person #4 did not provide supervision to two children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2023
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“At the time of investigation facility person #3 was observed yelling and using harsh towards the children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2023
3270.34(d) Director/Group Sup - 45 children
“At the time of investigation facility person #1 (director) was in classroom ratio not functioning as a director and facility person #2 (cook / driver) was functioning as a director.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2023
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“At the time of investigation all classrooms (Infant 1:5, Young Toddler 1:8, and Older Toddler 1;12) were out of ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2023
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May 5, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.33(a) Each staff person meets quals
“At the time of investigation pre-school teacher was on paper as the Director, but the cook was acting in the capacity of the Director. Director is in the classroom full time and the cook is performing director duties.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2023
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“At the time of inspection owner verified that facility person #1 was verbally aggressive towards children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2023
Nov 30, 2022Inspection12 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“At the time of inspection facility person #3 and 5 did not have annual fire safety training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“At the time of inspection facility persons #10 did not have annual Emergency Plan Training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“At the time of inspection facility person # 4 did not have level of education and years of experience on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of inspection facility persons #10 did not have Proof of qualifications on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2023
3270.191 Individual Records
“At the time of inspection facility persons #10, 11 and 12 did not have a file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2023
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of the inspection facility person # 2 did not have a health assessment or Mantoux reading / results on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“At the time of inspection facility did not have a director present at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of inspection facility person 2 did not have FBI and NSOR clearances or mandated reporter training and facility person #4 did not have NSOR Clearance or Mandated reporter training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3270.31(f)(1) Health and Safety Training - Prevention and control of infectious diseases
“At the time of inspection facility persons #3, 5 and 10 did not have current Health and Safety professional development training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2023
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“At the time of inspection facility persons 3 and 5 did not obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of inspection facility person #10 did not have two nonfamily references on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“At the time of inspection facility person #7 did not have pediatric first aid / CPR training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
Feb 24, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of inspection facility person # 1 & 2 did not out of state clearances on file. Facility person #2, 4, 6 & 7 did not have updated mandated reporter training on file. At the time of inspection facility person #5 did not have updated child abuse clearances on file. At the time of inspection facility person #5 & 6 did not have FBI clearances on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“At the time of inspection facility persons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 did not have annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2022
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Yes. Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 17, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 71 rules across 9 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 61 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 Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care care for?
127, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kidz 1st Stepz Child 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 Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (609) 820-6422 to ask.
What is Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care's phone number?
(609) 820-6422.
Where is Kidz 1st Stepz Child Care?
739 E Chelten Ave # 43, Philadelphia, PA 19144. The nearest other daycare we list is Lotus Academy, 0.4 miles away.