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Parent Infant Center
- licensed capacity
- 434
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $550
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About Parent Infant Center
Parent Infant Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 434 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based and Reggio Emilia approach, with after-school care, drop-in care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $550 to $2,295.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accreditedPosts tuition
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 434 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, drop-in care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based, Reggio Emilia |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Child Care Works (CCW) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 434 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Parent Infant Center lists monthly tuition from $550 to $2,295.
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After School Center, 3 days | $630 |
| After School Center, 4 days | $660 |
| After School Center, 5 days | $720 |
| Infant, 3 days | $1,870 |
| Infant, 4 days | $2,290 |
| Part-Day Pre-School, 3 days | $810 |
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| Part-Day Pre-School, 4 days | $950 |
| Part-Day Pre-School, 5 days | $1,060 |
| Pre-K Counts Extended (5 days only) | $550 |
| Pre-school, 3 days | $1,465 |
| Pre-school, 4 days | $1,640 |
| Pre-school, 5 days | $1,860 |
| Toddler, 3 days | $1,660 |
| Toddler, 4 days | $2,035 |
| Toddler, 5 days | $2,295 |
| Part-Day Pre-School, Drop In-Day | $110 a day |
| After School Center, Drop In-Day, full day | $125 a day |
| Infant, Drop In-Day | $150 a day |
| Infant, 5 days | $2,555 a month |
15 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Parent Infant Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 434 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00250991
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 23, 2025: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 11 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Background checks 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safety and hazards 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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Dec 23, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of NSOR history information as required under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“At the time of inspection, staff person #2 did not have verification of valid health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“At the time of inspection certification representative observed peeled paint in the gym.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of inspection, certification representative observed that several of the baseboards and carpet in the gym were not in good repair. There was dust around the window area in the toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“At the time of inspection, the operator did not maintain a continuous written record documenting that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2025
Jan 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At the time of inspection, two staff persons were observed working alone with 10 children grouped in mixed age levels. Staff persons were observed working alone with two infants and eight young toddlers age children during naptime.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2025
Dec 19, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of inspection, certification representative observed dust on the window surfaces in the gym and damage to the radiator cover in the dramatic play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 2, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At the time of inspection, two staff persons were observed working alone with 12 children grouped in mixed age levels. Staff persons were observed working alone for 2 minutes with two infants and ten young toddlers age children during naptime. Continuous non-compliance.”
3270.133(7) Medication log
“At the time of inspection, the medication logs for children # 1and 2 were not maintained.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
Jul 22, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At the time of inspection, certification representative observed several school age children not being supervised by a staff person at all times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of the NSOR history information as required under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024
Jul 22, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At the time of inspection, certification representative observed several school age children not being supervised by a staff person at all times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of the NSOR history information as required under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024
- Jan 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 1, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, there were no handwashing signs posted in the toilet area located in the Blue Jay room and the Road Runner room.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23 the first aid kit located in the resource room was missing tape and tweezers, first aid kit located in the Rainbow room was missing gloves, first aid kit located in Blue Jay room was missing gauze and the first aid kit located in the Chipmunk room was missing gloves.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, missing outlet covers were observed in Blue Jay room, Fireflies room and Leapfrog room.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2023
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the health assessment reviewed for staff person #2 did not include examination for communicable diseases and the results.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the emergency contact form reviewed for child #3, child #4, child #6, child #7, and child #9 did not contain PCP information.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the emergency contact form and fee agreement reviewed for child #1, child #5, child #7, child #8, child #10, child #11, child #12, child #14 and child #16 were not reviewed and/or updated once in a 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the emergency contact form reviewed for child #2, child #3, child #7, child #8, child #10, child #12, and child #13 was missing health insurance coverage information and/or policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the file reviewed for child #2, child #4, child #6, child #7, child #8, child #10, child #11, child #13, child #15 and child #16 did not contain updated health assessment within 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the training record reviewed for staff person #1 was missing 10hr Health and Safety professional development training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the thermometer in the refrigerator located in the Fireflies room read 49° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2023
Mar 10, 2022Inspection15 rules cited
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE DHS CONTACT INFORMATION AND REGULATIONS WERE NOT POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION USED BY PARENTS.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2022
3270.192(2)(i) Age
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 AND STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF AGE.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, NO WRITTEN NOTIFICATION OF SAFE ROUTES/PICK UP DROP OFF PROCEDURES WERE POSTED AT A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION IN THE CHILD CARE FACILITY.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1 AND CHILD #2 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: Mar 25, 2022
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1, DATED 08.02.21 WAS MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION REVIEWED FOR CHILD #2 WAS MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD (DATED 03.12.19).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2022
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE AGREEMENT/CHILD SERVICE REPORT FORM REVIEWED FOR CHILD #3 WAS MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD (DATED 01.14.21).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.121(a) Review policies and procedures
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE AGREEMENT FORM REVIEWED FOR CHILD#2 DID NOT INCLUDE A WEEKLY OR MONTHLY FEE AMOUNT.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THERE WAS NO OPERATING THERMOMETER IN THE REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN THE BLUE JAYS CLASSROOM”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE BASEBOARDS LOCATED IN THE SUNSHINE ROOM.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE HUMMINGBIRDS ROOM DID NOT INCLUDE SOAP.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“DURING THE RNEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE GRASSHOPPERS CLASSROOM DID NOT INCLUDE SOAP AND TWEEZERS.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #3, #4, #5, #6 AND #8 DID NOT CONTAIN OUT OF STATE CLEARANCES. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #1 AND #9 DID NOT CONTAIN HEALTH AND SAFETY BASICS TRAINING CERTIFICATION.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTON ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE INITIAL EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1, STAFF PERSON#2 AND STAFF PERSON #7 DID NOT INCLUDE ACCEPTABLE VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION OR TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
Dec 13, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During unannounced inspection on Monday, December 13, 2021, certification representative observed chipped paint on the wall underneath the hand towel machine located in the rear of the second floor preschool classroom”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Parent Infant Center
Is Parent Infant Center licensed?
Yes. Parent Infant Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Parent Infant Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 23, 2025, with 5 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Parent Infant Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Parent Infant Center care for?
434, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Parent Infant Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Parent Infant Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Parent Infant Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $550 to $2,295, as it lists it.
What is Parent Infant Center's phone number?
(215) 222-5480.
Where is Parent Infant Center?
4205 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Experience Baltimore Ave, 0.2 miles away.