Little Duckies Day Care
2400 S Woodstock St, Philadelphia, PA
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Little 1 S First Start Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 24
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Little 1 S First Start Daycare
Little 1 S First Start Daycare is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 24 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 6 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
- 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 24 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 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 | 24 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Little 1 S First Start Daycare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 24 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257546
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 2, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Background checks 2
- Records and paperwork 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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Jun 2, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During the renewal inspection on 6/2/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not reflect annual emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 6/2/26 the first aid kit observed in upstairs childcare space did not contain tweezers, scissors and soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
Sep 16, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“During the complaint investigation on 9/16/25 upon arrival (3) children were observed sitting in highchairs and were not eating.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
Jun 17, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 emergency contact from were not present in 1st floor front childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 there was no first aid kit located in the indoor play space or 2nd floor front childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 the couch located in 1st floor childcare space was frayed and in need of repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 there was a missing electrical outlet cover observed in the indoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 staff person #1 was observed answering the front door leaving staff person #2 out or ratio with (7) children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 there was hand sanitizer observed on desk in childcare space accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2025
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 the health assessment reviewed for child #1 was more than 12months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 6/17/25 there was a knife observed on 2nd floor in sink and also on 1st floor in childcare space on table accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2025
Jun 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the unannounced monitoring on 06/12/24, facility person #1 (hired see code sheet) does not have a completed child abuse clearance. Additionally, facility person #1 was observed in the infant room working alone with (4) children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2024
May 28, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 5/28/24 the first aid kit located in the front room did not contain soap or tweezers. The first aid kit located in the back room did not contain tweezers, scissors, or soap.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 there was a missing electrical outlet protective cover observed in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 staff member #1 was observed alone supervising 8 kids: youngest child 2yo requiring staff: child ratio of 1:6.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 the file reviewed for staff member #2 did not contain annual staff evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 the file reviewed for staff person #4 (hired see code sheet) contained a state police clearance dated 5/14/19 and child abuse clearance dated 05/28/19 which is more than 60 months old. There is no application in the file for an updated PSP clearance or child abuse clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 provider was unable to produce documentation of annual emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 the first aid/CPR certification reviewed for staff person #2 stated adult and not pediatric.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2024
3270.151(b)/3270.151(c)(1) Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP/Physical examination
“During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 the file reviewed for staff member #3 did not include physical examination and a report signed by the physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection on 05/28/24 the health report reviewed for child #1 was dated for 07/07/22 which is more than 12 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2024
Mar 7, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the complaint investigation on 03/07/24. CR observed (2) staff members caring for (11) children. Youngest child was 11 months old requiring 1:4 staff: child ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2024
Jul 11, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted
“Evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on the second floor of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Handwashing signs posted in the bathrooms did not specify that a facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2023
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The written plan of daily activities was not posted in main floor rear child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2023
Feb 22, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Two staff person's records did not contain written verification of initial emergency plan training. (#2 and #3)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“One staff person's records did not contain a health assessment completed within 12 months prior to the date of hire. (#3)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023
3270.34(b)(2) Bachelor's, 30 credits + 2 yrs
“The facility director's record did not contain written verification that their bachelor's degree included 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and experience for their group supervisor position. (#1)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Little 1 S First Start Daycare
Is Little 1 S First Start Daycare licensed?
Yes. Little 1 S First Start Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little 1 S First Start Daycare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 2, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little 1 S First Start Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Little 1 S First Start Daycare care for?
24, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Little 1 S First Start Daycare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little 1 S First Start Daycare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little 1 S First Start Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 271-0913 to ask.
What is Little 1 S First Start Daycare's phone number?
(215) 271-0913.
Where is Little 1 S First Start Daycare?
2052 S Hemberger St, Philadelphia, PA 19145. The nearest other daycare we list is Let Me Be Me, Shining Starz Academy, 0.1 miles away.