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North Light Community Center
- licensed capacity
- 174
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $245
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About North Light Community Center
North Light Community Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 174 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care and summer camp. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $245 to $750.
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.
Before- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
- Licensed capacity
- 174 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Kindergarten to 8th grade (KidZone) |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care and summer camp |
| Enrichment | Art, Music, Dance, and more |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (provided for select schools) |
| Licensed capacity | 174 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
North Light Community Center lists monthly tuition from $245 to $750.
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After Care (2pm – 6pm) | $570 |
| Before AND After Care | $750 |
| Before Care* (7am – 9am) | $245 |
3 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for North Light Community Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 174 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00249596
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 8, 2025: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Oct 8, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“On the day observing the files Staff#1 Staff#2 and Staff#3 did not have a current emergency plan training in the files.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“On the day observing the files Staff#1 and Staff#4 did not have a current Fire Drill training in the files.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On the day of visit Staff #3 and Staff#5 did not have 2 non family references in the files.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
Jan 27, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During unannounced inspection 01/27/2025, lower cabinet in Community Room on right hand side was off hinges and in need of repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.67(c) No insects or rodents
“During unannounced visit 01/27/2025, evidence of infestation (mouse droppings) were visible in the lower cabinet in the Community Room closest to the lockers and Arts and Craft (2nd to 3rd grade) Room in the lower cabinet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
Jan 27, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During unannounced inspection 01/27/2025, lower cabinet in Community Room on right hand side was off hinges and in need of repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.67(c) No insects or rodents
“During unannounced visit 01/27/2025, evidence of infestation (mouse droppings) were visible in the lower cabinet in the Community Room closest to the lockers and Arts and Craft (2nd to 3rd grade) Room in the lower cabinet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
Oct 4, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“On the day of visit I observed the files for Staff #1 who is missing the initial Physical in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On the day of visit observed the files for Staff#1 which didn't have two non-family references.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
Oct 18, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On the day reviewing the files staff#1 did not have a current NSOR and FBI clearance. Staff#2 did not have a current NSOR Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2023
Sep 30, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
3270.191 Individual Records
“AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION STAFF #1 DID NOT HAVE A COMPLETE EMPLOYEE FILE.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION STAFF #1 DID NOT HAVE ALL REQUIRED CLEARANCES AND STAFF #2 DID NOT HAVE A COMPLETED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION STAFF #3 AND #4 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF AT LEAST A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA AND TWO YEARS EXPERIENCE WITH CHILDREN.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION STAFF #1 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF CURRENT FIRE SAFETY TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION STAFF #1 AND #5 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF PEDIATRIC FIRST AID & CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION STAFF 1, 2, AND 5 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
Oct 19, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“AFTER FILE REVIEW OF DOCUMENTATION SENT BY PROVIDER IT WAS FOUND THAT STAFF #1 AND #1 WERE LACKING PROOF OF APPLICATION FOR CLEARANCES AND OR PROOF OF CLEARANCE CERTIFICATES. STAFF #4, 7 AND 9 NEED PROOF OF CLEARANCES.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2022
3270.191 Individual Records
“AFTER REVIEW OF DOCUMENTATION SENT BY PROVIDER, STAFF #1, 3, AND 5 WERE MISSING PROOF OF REQUIRED STAFF FILE DOCUMENTATION.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“AFTER FILE REVIEW OF DOCUMENTATION SENT BY PROVIDER STAFF #1, 8, AND 9 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF A CURRENT HEALTH ASSESSMENT.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about North Light Community Center
Is North Light Community Center licensed?
Yes. North Light Community Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was North Light Community Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on October 8, 2025, with 3 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has North Light Community Center 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 North Light Community Center care for?
174, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does North Light Community Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are North Light Community Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does North Light Community Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $245 to $750, as it lists it.
What is North Light Community Center's phone number?
(215) 483-4800.
Where is North Light Community Center?
179 Green Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19127. The nearest other daycare we list is Four Seasons Day Camp, 0.5 miles away.