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1901 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA
5.0· 2 reviews
Little Beginnings
- licensed capacity
- 119
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Little Beginnings
Little Beginnings is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 119 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 119 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 119 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Beginnings has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Beginnings
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 119 children
- License number
- #CER-00259142
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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 23, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 07/23/26, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility sent a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“During the renewal inspection on 07/23/26, Cert Rep did not observe a current copy of liability insurance on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
Jul 22, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 07/22/25, during facility walk through, Cert Rep observed trash scattered on the ground throughout the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the renewal inspection on 07/22/25, while reviewing the facility fire drill logs, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days, dates observed 04/23/25 and 06/26/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
Nov 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During unannounced monitoring on 11/06/24, while reviewing fire drill logs, Cert Rep observed that the facility has not been conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days. The last fire drill was conducted on 08/16/24, which is beyond the requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2024
Jun 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 06/13/24, Cert observed that the facility has not been conducting emergency drills annually, the last emergency drill was conducted and documented on 04/13/23, which is beyond the annual requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 06/13/24, Cert Rep observed that the facility's emergency plan on file did not include continuity of operations planning.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2024
Oct 17, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“During my investigation it was founded that staff 1 has been yelling at the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
Jun 26, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not have accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2023
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, hired on March 2011, & staff 5, hired on March 2023, does not contain their New Jersey out-of-state clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, 5, did not have verification of child care experience”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2023
3270.192(1) Name, address, and phone
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not have verification of their home address.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2023
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During my inspection I observed a bottle in the infant room unlabeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2023
3270.133(7) Medication log
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, did not have a medication log.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, and 4, did not have their 1 hr. health & safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2023
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Shaken baby syndrome sign/symptoms 2. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 3. Prevention/identification of maltreatment”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During my inspection I observed that the facility has not sent out their emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2023
May 16, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During my inspection I observed that the top of the tank was missing in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“While conducting inspection I observed that there was peeling paint on the purple door in the caterpillar room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During my inspection I observed that the rest equipment in the dragon fly room was not labeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1 did not have their parent's home address on their emergency contact sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“During my inspection I observed that both the caterpillar room and the bathroom did not have working hands free trash cans.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility was not practicing or documenting their emergency drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
3270.101(b) Facilitate child development
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the caterpillar's room did not all the proper play equipment in it.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little Beginnings
Is Little Beginnings licensed?
Yes. Little Beginnings is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little Beginnings last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Beginnings had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Beginnings care for?
119, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Little Beginnings accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Beginnings' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Beginnings cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 463-1563 to ask.
What is Little Beginnings' phone number?
(215) 463-1563.
Where is Little Beginnings?
73 Moore St, Philadelphia, PA 19148. The nearest other daycare we list is Ycca on 2, 0.2 miles away.