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6757 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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Little School on the Hill
- licensed capacity
- 12
- weekly, posted tuition
- $335
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About
About Little School on the Hill
Little School on the Hill is a group home daycare in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 12 children.
It describes a Montessori and Reggio Emilia approach, with after-school care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp. It lists weekly tuition of $335. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
MontessoriPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- 30 months to 5 years
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (215) 850-6196 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 30 months to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Programs | After-school care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Montessori, Reggio Emilia |
| Curriculum | Handwriting without Tears |
| Class size | 12 children in our preschool and pre-k programs |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little School on the Hill lists weekly tuition of $335.
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Paid weekly | $335 |
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Aftercare: 4-5:30pm | $20 |
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (41 weeks) | $13,735 |
3 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Little School on the Hill
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #CER-00251126
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 17, 2025: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Background checks 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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Dec 17, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At time of renewal inspection on 12/17/25, the emergency information for child #2 did not include the name of the health insurance coverage or policy number under which the child is insured.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025
3280.76/3280.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“At time of renewal inspection on 12/17/25, the wall outside the entrance to the classroom and bathroom was observed to have a large crack in the plaster and chipped paint. The ceiling tile above the crack was also stained and in need of being replaced.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3280.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“At time of renewal inspection on 12/17/25, the file for staff person #1 did not include out of state requests for clearances or out of state complete clearances as required by the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At time of renewal inspection on 12/17/25, the emergency information for child #1 and #2 did not include the addresses of the persons to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025
Aug 7, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility
“At time of initial inspection on 8/7/25, the receipt of purchase/installation for the fire system was not available or on file at the facility. Additionally, the fire system could not be tested during the inspection due to not having access to the proper codes to activate/turn off the system.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2025
3280.17 Liability Insurance
“At time of initial inspection on 8/7/25, documentation of general liability insurance was not available or on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2025
3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“At time of initial inspection on 8/7/25, an unused phone port on the wall in the community room was observed without a jack in it and was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2025
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“At time of initial inspection on 8/7/25, several large, dead tree branches were observed around the perimeter of the outdoor play space. Several stained ceiling tiles were observed in the bathroom and community room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2025
3280.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“At time of initial inspection on 8/7/25, the written plan identifying the steps that will be taken if a child needs emergency medical care was not posted in each room of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Little School on the Hill
Is Little School on the Hill licensed?
Yes. Little School on the Hill is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little School on the Hill last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 17, 2025, with 4 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little School on the Hill had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 School on the Hill care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Little School on the Hill accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little School on the Hill's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (215) 850-6196 to confirm.
How much does Little School on the Hill cost?
Weekly tuition of $335, as it lists it.
What is Little School on the Hill's phone number?
(215) 850-6196.
Where is Little School on the Hill?
Philadelphia, PA 19119. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.