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Little Wise Owls
- licensed capacity
- 44
- open each week
- 7 days
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About Little Wise Owls
Little Wise Owls is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 44 children, serving school-age children.
It is open every day, 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpen every dayOpen until 11:59 PM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 44 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 44 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Wise Owls
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 44 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00247331
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2025: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Background checks 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- 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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Sep 22, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.71/3270.76 Heat Source/Building Surfaces
“Observed 9/22/2025 in bathroom 2 the heaters and hot water pipes do not have a protect covering that prevent direct contact from children placing their hands or other items on or around the heaters.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Observed 9/22/2025 in classroom #2 soap was missing in their first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2025
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“Observed 9/22/2025 child #2 were missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file was dated 9/5/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Observed 9/22/2025 Staff #1 did not contain completed DHS required FBI and PA State Criminal Police clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“Observed 9/22/2025 child #1 were missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file was dated 7/3/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2025
Sep 18, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Observed 9/18/2024 staff #2 file did not contain verification of acceptable education or transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Observed 9/18/2024 child #2 was missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file dated 7/12/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Observed 9/18/2024. Staff #1 file did not contain completed DHS required Child Abuse on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed 9/18/2024 Staff #1 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #1 did not handwash child #1 hands after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2024
Jul 29, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Observed 7/29/2024 staff #1-5 have not been trained on the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Observed 7/29/2024. Staff #1,2 and 5 files did not contain completed DHS required Child Abuse and FBI on file. Staff #1,5 and 3 files did not contain the required NSOR clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Observed 7/29/2024 staff #1 and 5 was missing a health assessment in their file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2024
3270.192(2)(iii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training at facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“Observed 7/29/2024 staff # 1,3 and 5 files did not contain verification of acceptable education or a transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Observed 7/29/2024 Staff # 1 2, ,3 and 5 files did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate
“Observed 7/29/2024 Staff #1 has not completed the following required pre-service Health and Safety training within 90 days of their date of hire. (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2024
Apr 9, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.51/3270.113(a) Similar Age Level/Supervised at all times
“Observed 4/9/2024 Staff #1 was observed supervising 11 children alone with the ages of the youngest child 3 years old and oldest child 4 years old exceeding the ratio of 1:10. Staff #2 was observed supervising 8 children alone with the age group of 2-year-olds exceeding the ratio of 1:5.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Observed 4/9/2024 Staff #1 had child # 1 and 2 restraints to highchairs during non-feeding times.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024
Apr 9, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.51/3270.113(a) Similar Age Level/Supervised at all times
“Observed 4/9/2024 Staff #1 was observed supervising 11 children alone with the ages of the youngest child 3 years old and oldest child 4 years old exceeding the ratio of 1:10. Staff #2 was observed supervising 8 children alone with the age group of 2-year-olds exceeding the ratio of 1:5.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Observed 4/9/2024 Staff #1 had child # 1 and 2 restraints to highchairs during non-feeding times.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024
Oct 5, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Observed on 10/5/2023 Continue non-compliance observed on 9/13/2023 child #1 was observed sleeping in the Highchair without being taking out and placed in appropriate sleep equipment. Child #2 was observed watching television in the highchair.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2023
3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises
“Observed 10/5/2023 in classroom #1 staff #1 was observed caring for 5 children in their group, with the youngest age 10 month and oldest 1 years old.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2023
Sep 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“Observed 9/13/2023 Staff #1 was missing 12 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2023
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Observed 9/13/2023 staff # 2 had child # 1 in a pack n play pin during non-naptime while child was awake.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2023
- Nov 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 16, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Wise Owls
Is Little Wise Owls licensed?
Yes. Little Wise Owls is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little Wise Owls last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2025, with 5 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Wise Owls had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Wise Owls care for?
44, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Little Wise Owls accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Wise Owls' hours?
Every day, 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Wise Owls cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 613-8099 to ask.
What is Little Wise Owls' phone number?
(215) 613-8099.
Where is Little Wise Owls?
4501 Castor Ave Ste 3, Philadelphia, PA 19124. The nearest other daycare we list is Gladys Day Care, 0.1 miles away.