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Olde City Day School
- licensed capacity
- 105
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Olde City Day School
Olde City Day School is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 105 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 105 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 105 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Olde City Day School
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 105 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00253300
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 5, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- 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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- Mar 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection conducted om 03.12.25, the first aid kit located in the Butterflies classroom did not contain scissors.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection on 03.12.25, the record reviewed for Staff Person #1 did not include verification of education documentation for the position of assistant group supervisor”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
Jan 24, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection on 01.25.24, the record reviewed for Staff Person #1 did not include a 12-month written evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2024
Feb 22, 2023Inspection12 rules cited
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection 02/22/2023, wall next to toilet in 3rd floor bathroom closest to the LadyBugs classroom was cracked and damaged and in need of repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During renewal inspection 02/22/2023, file of staff person #1 and #2 contained references without any signature and/or contact information so that staff persons suitability to serve as a facility person could be verified.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection 02/22/2023, facility was unable to provide documentation that emergency plan had been sent to local municipality and emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2023
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During renewal inspection 02/22/2023, children in Caterpillars classroom on the 2nd floor did not have 2 feet of space on three sides at nap time.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During renewal inspection 02/22/202, immunizations on file for child #2 did not contain verification of annual influenza vaccination.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During renewal inspection on 02/22/2023, emergency contact form on file for child #1 did not include release person's addresses.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During renewal inspection 02/22/2023, emergency contact forms on file for child #1 did not include health insurance policy number; emergency contact form on file for child #3 did not include health insurance coverage information.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
3270.166(1) Written statement
“During renewal inspection on 02/22/2023, staff in Glow Worns 1 and Glow Worms 2 classrooms were not aware of written statements obtained from parents giving formula and feeding schedules at time of enrollment of infants in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During renewal inspection 02/22/2023, file for staff person #1 did not contain acceptable verification of high school diploma; document on file did not contain district/area or location from where diploma was obtained and did not contain legible signatures to identify administrators signing document.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2023
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During renewal inspection 02/22/2023, emergency plan on file at the facility had not been reviewed and updated to remove staff who were no longer present at the facility and identify current staff responsibilities in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During renewal inspection 02/22/2023, file of staff person #3 did not contain completed FBI clearance; staff person has been employed more than 45 days and is no longer a provisional hire. File contained receipt dated 08/31/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During renewal inspection 02/22/2023, underneath changing table pad in 3rd floor bathroom closest to the LadyBugs classroom was covered in debris and needed to be cleaned; changing table pad was ripped with exposed foam.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
Nov 9, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During unannounced inspection 11/09/22, 4 children aged 2 to 2.5 years old were observed in the Dragonflies room unsupervised. Staff person #2 came into room from hall bathroom stating staff person stepped out the room "real quick" to do something.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During unannounced inspection 11/09/2022, staff person #1 in the Glow Worms 2 room was observed with 5 children, ranging from age of 7 months to 1 year. The correct staff:child ratio based on age is 1:4.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During unannounced inspection 11/09/2022, staff person #1 in the Glow Worms 2 room was observed with 5 children, ranging from age of 7 months to 1 year. The correct staff:child ratio based on age is 1:4.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During unannounced inspection 11/09/22, 4 children aged 2 to 2.5 years old were observed in the Dragonflies room unsupervised. Staff person #2 came into room from hall bathroom stating staff person stepped out the room "real quick" to do something.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2022
Oct 28, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During unannounced inspection 10/28/22, bottles located in Glow Worms 1 and Glow Worms 2 were not labeled with the children's names. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2022
3270.124(c)/3270.124(d) Each child care space/Excursions
“During unannounced inspection 10/28/22, emergency contact forms located in classrooms and travel bags did not reflect updated emergency contact forms on file for children. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During unannounced inspection 10/28/22, ceiling tiles in Glow Worms 2 room above clock and by smoke detector had visible water stains. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.61(b) Care space not play space at same time
“During unannounced inspection 10/28/22, indoor play space located on basement level had Butterflies classroom equipment, furniture and toys in rear area of play space. Staff person #1 indicated Butterflies classroom periodically uses area as child care space for a couple hours a day. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During unannounced inspection 10/28/22, file of staff person #1 contained FBI clearance not completed through DHS. Staff person #1 is beyond provisional hire period. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During unannounced inspection 10/28/22, changing table located in third floor bathroom closest to the Ladybugs classroom was in disrepair; door on table was off and propped against table posing a potential hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2022
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“During unannounced inspection 10/28/22, infant in Glow Worms 2 room was observed sleeping in bouncy seat which is not recommended sleep position according to American Academy of Pediatrics.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2022
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During unannounced inspection 10/28/22, emergency contact and financial agreements on file for child #1 and #2 had not been reviewed and/or updated in required 6 month intervals. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2022
Sep 27, 2022Inspection20 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, first aid kit located in Ladybugs room did not contain all required items (missing Band-Aids/tweezers/gloves) ; first aid kit in Dragonflies room did not contain all required items (missing Band-Aids/gauze).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“During renewal inspection on 09/27/22, the three (3) windows in Ladybugs room on the 3 floor opened 2 feet wide and had not been modified to limit opening to 6 inches or less.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.67(c) No insects or rodents
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, ants were observed on the window sill of the first window on the left in the Ladybugs room on the third floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, shaving cream labeled KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN was observed on a low shelf in the Dragonflies room; Sunscreen was located on a low shelf in the Caterpillars room; Clorox wipes and Bleach solution were on a shelf in the first bathroom on the third floor between the Dragonflies and Ladybugs rooms that was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2022
3270.61(b) Care space not play space at same time
“During renewal inspection on 09/27/22, indoor play space located on basement level had Butterflies classroom equipment, furniture and toys in rear area of play space. Staff person #1 indicated Butterflies classroom periodically uses area as child care space for a couple of hours a day.”
3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv) Bachelor's + 1 yr/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During renewal inspection on 09/27/22, file of staff person #1 did not contain copy of degree or official transcripts confirming bachelor's degree to qualify staff person for position performing (DIRECTOR).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, file of staff person #2 did not contain completed FBI clearance completed through DHS; file of staff person #4 did not contain completed FBI clearance; file of staff person #4 only contained confirmation of request on 09/21/22 and staff person #4 is beyond 45 day provisional hire period.”
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During renewal inspection on 09/27/22, last documentation of review and/or update of emergency plan was dated 06/30/2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, sink in first third floor bathroom between the Dragonflies and Ladybugs rooms was inoperable; hot water faucet in second bathroom on third floor could not be turned off completely leaving water partially running.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.124(c)/3270.124(d) Each child care space/Excursions
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, emergency contact forms located in classrooms and travel bags did not reflect updated emergency contact forms on file for children.”
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, bottles located in Glow Worms 1 and Glow Worms 2 were not labeled with the children's names.”
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, emergency contact and financial agreements on file for child #1 and #2 had not been reviewed and/or updated in required 6 month intervals.”
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, file of staff person # 3 did not contain two (2) written non family references attesting to staff person's suitability.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, ceiling tiles in Glow Worms 2 room next to vent in area near emergency exit had visible water stains.”
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, there was no documentation available showing emergency drills are conducted annually at facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, file of staff person #4 did not show completion of Pediatric First Aid and CPR from a PQAS certified trainer using an acceptable curriculum within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2022
3270.94(a)(3) Various activity times
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, fire drill log showed fire drills were not being conducted during various program activities.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2022
3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, hypothetical locations for fire drills did not reflect locations around the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, file of staff person #2 did not contain 12 hours of annual child care training. File of staff person #2 contained 8 hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
3270.15(b) Building Codes
“During renewal inspection 09/27/22, Certificate of Occupancy posted at location indicated areas of use as rear basement, first and second floors, however, it was observed child care being given in 2 out of three classrooms on the third floor with the third classroom set up and ready to receive children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022
Feb 22, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative asked for the director, the assistant director informed the certification representative that the director only works two days a week and is not available.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2022
3270.181(a) Each child
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative interviewed staff #1, they informed the representative that last month a staff had to bring their child. The child was not enrolled and did not have a file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2022
Oct 25, 2021Inspection13 rules cited
3270.181(a) Each child
“The was no file on site at the facility for child #3. The child was observed with an open laptop on the first and second level of the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 26, 2021
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“In the infant and young toddler classrooms , there were children's bottles that were not labeled for individual use.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2021
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the facility inspection on 10/25/21, the file for staff #1-start date-10/25/21; who was observed holding children while working in the infant room between 2-3pm did not have written proof of a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2021
3270.107/3270.161(d) Refrigerator/Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“On 10/25/21, there was no thermometer in the refrigerator used to store bottles and formula in the young toddler classroom as required by regulation.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2021
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“At the time of inspection, peeling paint was observed in the yellow wall on the right side of the Lady Bugs Room. Broken plaster was also observed in the infant classroom near the changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2021
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“At the time of inspection on 10/25/21, a book shelf with book on it was blocking the entrance to the young toddler classroom on the first floor of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2021
3270.106(a)/3270.119 Clean, age appropriate/Infant sleep position
“Upon arrival at the onset of the inspection on 10/25/21, facility children #1 and #2 was observed sleeping in bouncy chairs. This type of equipment is not approved for sleeping for children under the age of one-yr-old.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2021
3270.35(d) Director only 45 children enrolled
“Facility staff informed OCDEL staff at the time of inspection there were 61 children enrolled in the program. On 10/25/21, between 2-3pm; staff #1 was observed working in the infant classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2021
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In the infant and young toddler classroom on the first level of the facility; electrical outlets were cover in green tape. In the infant classroom, the green tape was partially covering the outlets while items were plugged-in.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2021
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the diaper change on 10/25/21, hand sanitizer was left on the changing table in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2021
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the facility inspection, the file for staff #1 did not have written proof of complying with all CPSL requirements. The file was missing written proof of a receipts or the reports for FBI and NSOR.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2021
3270.34(c)/3270.192(2)(ii) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of inspection on 10/25/21, the file for staff #1 did not have written proof of a transcript to support the position of facility director.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2021
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kit in the infant room was missing soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2021
Oct 4, 2021Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“A facility children was sent home at the time of pick-up with soiled clothing. The parent discussed this matter with the assistant director (who submitted a written statement to these allegations) and sent photos to OCDEL via email of the soiled clothing and the child's potential diaper rash.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2021
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Per online observation provided by the facility. One facility classroom shows one staffer in the classroom with their back to the classroom children and a second classroom where there is no staffer present in the footage, and the classroom children are gathered playing near a book shelf and playing with toys. Some children are napping, but more than half of the children are not napping and playing.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Olde City Day School
Is Olde City Day School licensed?
Yes. Olde City Day School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Olde City Day School last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 5, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Olde City Day School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Olde City Day School care for?
105, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Olde City Day School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Olde City Day School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Olde City Day School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 925-0200 to ask.
What is Olde City Day School's phone number?
(215) 925-0200.
Where is Olde City Day School?
45 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106. The nearest other daycare we list is Kindercare Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.