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Paley Day Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 316
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Paley Day Care Center
Paley Day Care Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 316 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 52 rules across 14 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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 316 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 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 | 316 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Paley Day Care Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 316 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00248032
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 7, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 14 of 15 visits · 52 rules in all · 52 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 20
- Supervision and ratios 8
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Background checks 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
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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May 7, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1-5, 7, 8, 10, 11, & 12 did not include the annual training regarding the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #6 included 1 written, nonfamily references and the file of staff #13 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #8 &12 was observed with a foreign degree that was not evaluated. The file of staff #12 did not include verification of child care experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1-9 did not include an annual staff evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #5 included a DHS FBI clearance dated 4/22/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #2, 3, 4, 6-12 did not include the annual fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #7 included a health assessment dated 4/3/24. The file of staff #8 included a health assessment dated 4/2/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026
Jan 14, 2026Visit4 rules cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“At the time, of the inspection, the file of staff person #2 did not include pediatric cpr and first aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #3 did not include the health and safety training. Staff person #1 did not include a completed health and safety training part 1. Part 2 was completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #4 included a mandated reporter training dated 12/20/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At the time of the inspection, it was confirmed by staff 1 and 2 how child 1 eloped out of the classroom while staff 1 and 2 were assisting other children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 2, 2026
Jan 14, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“At the time, of the inspection, the file of staff person #2 did not include pediatric cpr and first aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #3 did not include the health and safety training. Staff person #1 did not include a completed health and safety training part 1. Part 2 was completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #4 included a mandated reporter training dated 12/20/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At the time of the inspection, it was confirmed by staff 1 and 2 how child 1 eloped out of the classroom while staff 1 and 2 were assisting other children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 2, 2026
Oct 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“At the time of the inspection, child #1 was observed asleep in the rocker. Staff person #1 was the primary caregiver.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
Sep 9, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 included a health assessment dated 8/2/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“At the time of the inspection, the exit door in room #13 was obstructed.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
3270.111(a) Written plan
“At the time of the inspection, the daily schedule was not observed in room #5 and #9.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“At the time of the inspection, the left toilet in room #8 was not functioning properly.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was observed in room #13 on the left far wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of the inspection, the hallway vents were observed with noticeable accumulation of dust and debris.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“At the time of the inspection, the first aid kit in room #5 did not include scissors. Non-compliance was corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“At the time of the inspection, the first aid kit in room #5 and #6 were in an accessible location to children. Non-compliance was corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“At the time of the inspection, disinfectant wipes were observed in an accessible location to children in room #8. Non-compliance was corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“At the time of the inspection, one uncovered electrical outlet was observed in room #1 and room #12. Non-compliance was corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
3270.36(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 30 credits/Transcript, diploma and letters
“At the time of the inspection the file of staff person #3 did not include a high school diploma.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #2 included a child abuse clearance dated 9/1/20. The file of staff person #5 included a child abuse clearance dated 9/1/20 and a DHS FBI clearance dated 8/12/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #3 and #4 did not include wo written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
- Jul 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 15, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #3 included a pediatric cpr and first aid certificate expired in 11/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“At the time of the inspection, the files of staff person #1, #2, #4, and #5 did not include the health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At the time of the inspection, staff person #1 and #2 stated child #1 was left unattended in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At the time of the inspection, staff person #3 did not name child #2 when naming the children in her care group. Staff person #1 named 9 children out of the 10 present in the class.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
Jul 15, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #3 included a pediatric cpr and first aid certificate expired in 11/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“At the time of the inspection, the files of staff person #1, #2, #4, and #5 did not include the health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At the time of the inspection, staff person #1 and #2 stated child #1 was left unattended in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At the time of the inspection, staff person #3 did not name child #2 when naming the children in her care group. Staff person #1 named 9 children out of the 10 present in the class.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
May 6, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“At the time of the inspection, child #1 was observed asleep in the rocker.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
Jan 7, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At the time of the inspection, the site supervisor confirmed the facility was out of ratio on 1/2/25. There was 1 staff person providing care to 15 children. The youngest child was a kindergartener.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025
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Oct 8, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/8/2024, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2,3 and 4 files contained emergency contact form where the release person's information was not completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/8/2024, 4 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 3 file did not contain training in Pediatric 1st aid/ CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2024
3270.34(b)(4) Associate's, 30 credits + 4 yrs
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/8/2024, 4 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain verification of 4 years of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/8/2024, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2,3 and 4 files contained an emergency contact form that did not list the enrolling parent's work address and telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/8/2024, 5 child files were reviewed. Child #4 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the address of the child's source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/8/2024, 4 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 file did not contain verification of a 10 hour health and safety training as required”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/8/2024, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 4 file contained an emergency contact form did not address the child's special needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/8/2024, Certification Representative observed that there was no posting of pick up and drop off procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
May 9, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of visit, it was verified that staff person #1 was seen grabbing a child.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2024
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“At the time of inspection, it was verified that aides were not supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Visit10 rules cited
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's record did not include verification of initial health assessment, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1 and #2's files did not include verification of completion of Health and Safety (CCDBG) training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of the state police clearance, FBI clearance, National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR), disclosure statement and mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed the staff in room #10 both named the same child when asked the names and whereabouts of the children in their assigned groups.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) Name, address, and phone/Age
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of the staff person's name, address, telephone number of the facility person, and verification of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed child #1's record did not include verification of child care experience and training prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within the 90-day time frame.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of emergency plan training at the time of initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 1/11/2024 it was determined that staff person #1 left child #1 unsupervised at the outside playground for two minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's record did not include verification of initial health assessment, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1 and #2's files did not include verification of completion of Health and Safety (CCDBG) training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of the state police clearance, FBI clearance, National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR), disclosure statement and mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed the staff in room #10 both named the same child when asked the names and whereabouts of the children in their assigned groups.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) Name, address, and phone/Age
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of the staff person's name, address, telephone number of the facility person, and verification of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed child #1's record did not include verification of child care experience and training prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within the 90-day time frame.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 1/11/2024 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of emergency plan training at the time of initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 1/11/2024 it was determined that staff person #1 left child #1 unsupervised at the outside playground for two minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
Nov 30, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 11/30/2023 it was determined staff person #1 was witnessed smacking a child's hand and admitted to smacking a child's hand as a form of discipline.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2023
Nov 1, 2023Inspection20 rules cited
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed a child couch with tears in room #5.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed the sink in the bathroom in room #3's hot water temperature measured at 115° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed the Trailer did not have a handwashing sign posted above the sink in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed peeled paint in room #8. Observed peeled paint next to the diapering sink in room #10. Observed peeled paint on the doorframe of the bathroom in room #5.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed the facility did not have verification of annual emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed the operator did not have verification that the emergency plan updates were sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed child #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #8, #9 and #10's financial agreements were not reviewed and updated within the 6-month time frame.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.123(a) Signed
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed child #7's agreement was not signed by the operator and the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed child #10's emergency contact information 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: Dec 7, 2023
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed staff person #2's last evaluation is not within the 12-month time frame. The last one on file is dated 9/6/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed the facility's Shaken Baby Syndrome policy did not include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. The emergency plan did not address continuity of operations. Also observed, staff person #4's record did not include verification of the Health and Safety (CCDBG) training update.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of initial health assessment. Observed staff person #2's health assessment expired with the last one on file dated 6/22/2021. Observed staff person #4's health assessment expired with the last one dated 11/18/2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed child #4's health report 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: Dec 7, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed cleaning supplies child accessible in the bathroom in room #5. Observed air freshener child accessible in the bathroom in the Trailer.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed caution tape on the outdoor play space bridge due to it being uneven. Observed broken rubber molding at the bottom of the wall in room #2. Observed an exposed nail in the floor where the rubber floor divider is located in room #12.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed staff person #2's child abuse clearance expired with the last one on file dated 11/9/2018. Observed staff person #3's FBI clearance was issued by the department of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed child #2 and #3's health reports did not show up to date influenza vaccines.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed an electrical outlet in room #1 (corrected on site 11/1/2023) and #9 did not have a protective receptacle cover.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/1/2023 observed a staff person in room #1 did not name all the children in her assigned group.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
May 24, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“During the inspection from 5/24/23-6/9/23, it was determined that staff #1 uses harsh language/tone of voice with the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2023
May 9, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the inspection on 5/10/23, it was determined that on 5/1/2023 a child left their group and was unsupervised for a period of time before child was brought back to the group by another adult and staff #1 and #2 were unaware that child was not with the group.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the inspection on 5/10/23, it was determined that on 5/1/2023 a child left their group with staff #1 and #2 and was unsupervised for a period of time before child was brought back to the group by another adult.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2023
Nov 8, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection on 11/8/22, it was observed that the records of child #8 did not include the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The records of child #3 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: Dec 8, 2022
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection on 11/8/22, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #3 did not include and updated health report within the last 12 months. health reports dated 10/11/2021 and 9/24/2021 respectively”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 11/8/22, it was observed that the records of child #2, child #3, child 4 and child #5 did not contain an updated financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period. Financial agreements dated 7/20/2021, 9/15/2020, 7/7/2021, 1/9/2021 respectively.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection on 11/8/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 11/8/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include the Disclosure statement as required by the CPSL”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection on 11/8/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain training regarding the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 11/8/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
3270.131(e)(4) Annual immunization reporting to DOH
“During the renewal inspection on11/8/22, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #5, child #7 did not contain the annual immunization reporting requirements for the influenza vaccine in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77 or a letter of exemption”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
Aug 30, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/30/22, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the bathroom door of Room 5 and the wall in the rug area in Room 8”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/30/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an acceptable Pediatric First Aid training completed by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Training submitted was completed online and trainer could not be verified as a PQAS certified trainer.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/30/22, it was observed that the door jamb covers in room 12 were torn and not in good repair exposing the hinged area of the door jamb. The bottom of the doorway posts in the bathroom of Room 8 were rusted and not in good repair”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022
Jul 26, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the unannounced visit on 7/26/22 to the pool area, it was observed that two children entered the changing building next to the pool and there was no staff person seen entering the building with the children. Staff person #1 observed entering the changing area approximately three minutes after, and exiting with five additional children. In total seven children were observed being in the changing area without staff supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2022
Jul 20, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection o n7/20/22, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not contain an updated financial agreement-document submitted dated 4/8/2021”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection on 7/20/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include an updated health record for a preschool child-document submitted dated 7/1/2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2022
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“During the renewal inspection on 7/20/22, it was observed that the pool house bathrooms were not equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the renewal inspection on 7/20/22, it was observed that there were no signs in the pool house bathrooms depicting a facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 7/20/22, it was observed that the soap dispensers in the pool house bathrooms were broken with jagged edges”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.131(e)(4) Annual immunization reporting to DOH
“During the renewal inspection on 7/20/22, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #3, did not include an annual influenza vaccine or letter of exemption.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022
May 23, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the investigation on 5/23/22 and 5/24/22 of an incident that occurred on 5/18/22 it was determined that child #1 was behind staff person #1 when returning to the carpeted area from the doorway. Staff person #1 did not see child #1's hand in the hinged area of the door jam. When the door closed the child's finger on right hand was injured.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the investigation on 5/23/22 and 5/24/22 of an incident that occurred on 5/18/22 it was determined that child #1 was behind staff person #1 when returning to the carpeted area from the doorway. Staff person #1 did not see child #1's hand in the hinged area of the door jam. When the door closed the child's finger on right hand was injured.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2022
Mar 10, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“During the unannounced inspection on 3/10/22, it was reported that staff uses harsh language (yells) while in the presence of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Paley Day Care Center
Is Paley Day Care Center licensed?
Yes. Paley Day Care Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Paley Day Care Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 7, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Paley Day Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 52 rules across 14 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 52 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 Paley Day Care Center care for?
316, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Paley Day Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Paley Day Care Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Paley Day Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 725-8930 to ask.
What is Paley Day Care Center's phone number?
(215) 725-8930.
Where is Paley Day Care Center?
2199 Strahle St, Philadelphia, PA 19152. The nearest other daycare we list is Methodist Services-Louis H Farrell Elem School, 0.2 miles away.