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2100 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA
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Matu Magnifient Daycare is a group home daycare in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 11 children.
It is open every day, 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM. 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 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 48 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM |
| Thursday | 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM |
| Friday | 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM |
| Saturday | 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM |
| Sunday | 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM |
Programs
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 11 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Matu Magnifient Daycare has not listed its tuition.
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 27, 2026: 17 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 48 rules in all · 47 corrected
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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3280.171(a) Pick up and drop off points
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, it was observed that the facility had not completed the annual written notification to the local traffic safety authorities about the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group childcare facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3280.95(a) FIRE DETECTION
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, upon request the facility did not provide the annual fire detection system documentation of testing by a fire safety professional.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the file for child #3 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include signed parental consent for the facility to provide transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3280.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the file for child #3 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include a signed parental consent for the facility to administer minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3280.182(4) Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the file for child #3 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include signed parental consent for the facility to administer medications or special dietary needs.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the files for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5, were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the file for child #2 was viewed and The Emergency Contact Form did not include the health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3280.124(b)(4)/3280.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the file for child #3 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include written consent signed by a parent for the facility to administer emergency medical care to the child.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the file for child #2 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the phone number of the physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the files for child #1, child #2, and child #4 were viewed and the Financial Agreement did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the files for child #4 and child #5 were viewed and the Financial Agreement did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the files for child #1 and child #4 were viewed and the Financial Agreement did not include the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the files for child #1, child #2, child #4, and child #5 were reviewed and the Financial Agreement did not specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the files for child #1, child #2, child #4, and child #5 were viewed and the Financial Agreement did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the files for child #2, child #4, and child #5 were viewed and the Financial Agreement did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.123(a) Signed
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the files for child #1, child #2, child #4, and child #5 were viewed and the Financial Agreement was not signed by the operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.131(b)/3280.182(1) Updated health reports/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“During the renewal inspection on 5/27/2026, the file for child #2 was viewed and the health assessment was not updated within 12 months. The health assessment in the file was 4/14/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3280.95(a) FIRE DETECTION
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, upon request the fire detection system was not tested at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, the files for child #2, and child #3 were viewed and there was no admission date listed on the agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.105(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, it was observed that the cots were not labeled for each specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, it was observed that there was a large running fan on the floor, and it was accessible to the children and was a safety hazard because the children could put their fingers into the fan.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, it was observed that there was chipped paint near the front door, and on two areas on the kitchen wall.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, it was observed that there was cracked cement at the top of the entryway ramp, there were weeds growing in the outdoor play space that were a tripping hazard, and there was a medical glove on the floor of the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, it was observed that a multiple plug outlet tower near the desk did not have protective outlet covers in the outlets, and it was accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.31(e)(4)(i)/3280.31(f)(10) Age and training/Age and training
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, the file for staff #1 was viewed and Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.17 Liability Insurance
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, it was observed that the liability insurance expired on 9/23/24.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, the file for child #5 had a health assessment that was not updated within a 12-month period. The health assessment for child #5 was dated 3/22/22.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, the file for staff #2 was viewed and did not contain a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, the file for child #4 was viewed and it was observed that there was no parental consent for the facility to administer minor first aid if necessary.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, it was observed that the most up to date fire drill log was dated 10/18/24 indicating that monthly fire drills have not been completed.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.124(a) Each child emergency contact person
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, the file for child #3 was no Emergency Contact Form in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, the file for child #2 was viewed and there was no physician's name listed on the Emergency Contact Form.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.124(b)(4)/3280.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, the file for child #4 was viewed and there was no emergency medical care consent signature on the Emergency Contact Form.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, the files for child #1, child #2 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form for child #1 did not have the health insurance name and policy number, and the file for child #2 did not have an insurance policy number listed.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 5/19/2025, the files for child #1 and child #4 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form and the agreement were not reviewed in a 6-month period. The last signature dates for child #1 were 2/13/24, and for child #4 the dates are 10/27/24.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2025
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection on 9/4/2024, it was observed that there was chipping paint on the base of the bay window windowsill in the front childcare space. (Continued non-compliance from unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 7/22/2024).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024
3280.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“During a complaint investigation on 9/4/2024, it was found that child #1 is put in a highchair as a time out which restricts the child's movements.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2024
3280.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During a complaint investigation on 9/4/2024, it was found that the toys in the outdoor play space were dirty, and a two-seat stroller inside the facility was dirty.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024
3280.62(a) Large muscle space provided
“During a complaint investigation on 9/4/2024, it was found that the outdoor play space was overgrown with grass and weeds.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection on 9/4/2024, it was observed that there was chipping paint on the base of the bay window windowsill in the front childcare space. (Continued non-compliance from unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 7/22/2024).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024
3280.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“During a complaint investigation on 9/4/2024, it was found that child #1 is put in a highchair as a time out which restricts the child's movements.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2024
3280.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During a complaint investigation on 9/4/2024, it was found that the toys in the outdoor play space were dirty, and a two-seat stroller inside the facility was dirty.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024
3280.62(a) Large muscle space provided
“During a complaint investigation on 9/4/2024, it was found that the outdoor play space was overgrown with grass and weeds.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During unannounced monitoring inspection on 7/22/2024, Certification Representative observed chipping paint on the base of the bay window windowsill in the front of the facility.”
3280.20 General Health and Safety
“During unannounced complaint investigation on 7/22/2024 Certification Representative observed a large operational industrial room fan that was placed on the bay window windowsill in the front of the facility and the fan was a safety hazard to the children because the children could have put their fingers into the outside casing of the fan.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2024
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During unannounced monitoring inspection on 7/22/2024, Certification Representative observed chipping paint on the base of the bay window windowsill in the front of the facility.”
3280.20 General Health and Safety
“During unannounced complaint investigation on 7/22/2024 Certification Representative observed a large operational industrial room fan that was placed on the bay window windowsill in the front of the facility and the fan was a safety hazard to the children because the children could have put their fingers into the outside casing of the fan.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2024
3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 4/19//2024, Certification Representative reviewed the file for staff person #5 and there was not a current Health Assessment dated within the last 24 months. The previous Health Assessment was dated 3/23/22”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3280.123(a) Signed
“During the renewal inspection on 4/19/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the file for child #3. The record did not include an agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3280.31(e) Age and training
“During the renewal inspection on 4/19/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the file for staff person #1, #3, and #5 and they had not completed the mandatory 12 hours of Professional Development Trainings within a 12 month period.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During the renewal inspection on 4/19/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #1, and the agreement did not include an admissions date.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3280.31(e)(4)(i) Age and training
“During the renewal inspection on 4/19/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the file for staff person #4, and there was not a current Pediatric CPR/First Aid training present. Staff #4 Pediatric CPR/First Aid Training expired on 3/22/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During renewal inspection on 4/19/2024 Certification Representative reviewed the file for staff #2 and the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance was not updated within 60 months. The previous NSOR Clearance expired on 12/23/23. The record reviewed for staff #4 did not include out of state clearances. (See code sheet for start dates)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3280.124(a) Each child emergency contact person
“During the renewal inspection on 4/19/2024 Certification Representative observed that there were no Emergency Contact Forms present in the file for child #1 and child #2.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3280.34(b) Primary staff person's qualifications
“During the renewal inspection on 07.11.23, the record reviewed for Staff Person#1 and Staff Person #2 did not contain documentation of education requirement for position title of classroom aide.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3280.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JULY 19TH, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR CHILD#2 AND CHILD#3 DID NOT INCLUDE A STATEMENT THAT THE CHILD IS ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN CHILD CARE AND APPEARS TO BE FREE FROM CONTAGIOUS OR COMMUNICABLE DISEASE.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3280.14/3280.31(f) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Age and training
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JULY 19TH, 2022, STAFF PERSON #1, STAFF PERSON #2, AND STAFF PERSON #4, HAS NOT COMPLETED HEALTH AND SAFETY BASICS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE. STAFF PERSON #4 HAS NOT COMPLETED FIRST AID/CPR WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE (SEE LIS CODE SHEET).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3280.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JULY 19TH, 2022, THE FEE AGREEMENT FORM REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE A SPECIFIC FEE AMOUNT TO BE CHARGED PER DAY OR PER WEEK.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JULY 19TH, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1, STAFF PERSON #2, STAFF PERSON #3 AND STAFF PERSON #4, DID NOT INCLUDE A SIGNED AND DATED DISCLOSURE STATEMENT FORM.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2022
3280.192(5) Two written references
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JULY 19TH, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 AND STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN NONFAMILY REFERENCES ATTESTING TO SUITABILITY TO SERVE AS A FACILITY PERSON.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the initial inspection on December 22, 2021, certification representative observed chipped paint located on the lower right walls of the first floor front room, and pink wall located in the first floor middle room”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2021
3280.26(c) Training regarding plan
“During the initial inspection on December 22, 2021, the file of staff person #2 did not include a copy of emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2021
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the initial inspection on December 22, 2021, the file of staff person #2 hired on 12.22.2021, did not contain completed DHS required FBI clearance documentation. The disclosure statement forms for staff #1 and #2 were not dated. The LE does not have an approved waiver to hire provisionally.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2021
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“During initial inspection on December 22, 2021, certification representative observed hand sanitizer and a Mister Clean cleaning product in an unlocked cabinet underneath the sink in the bathroom located on the first floor rear area.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2021
3280.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“During initial inspection on December 22, 2021, the file of staff person #2 did not include a health assessment with an examination for communicable diseases.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2021
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FAQ
Yes. Matu Magnifient Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 27, 2026, with 17 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 48 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 47 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.
11, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Every day, 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 761-9172 to ask.
(267) 761-9172.
Philadelphia, PA 19130. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.