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Philly Montessori
- licensed capacity
- 78
- yearly, posted tuition
- $16,300
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About Philly Montessori
Philly Montessori is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 78 children.
It describes a Montessori approach, with preschool and toddler care. It lists yearly tuition from $16,300 to $27,500.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 18 months - 6 years old
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 78 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (215) 563-7345 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 18 months - 6 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Sensory art, yoga, dance, Mandarin, and Spanish (after school 3:00-4:00pm) |
| Licensed capacity | 78 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Philly Montessori lists yearly tuition from $16,300 to $27,500.
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 2026-2027 School Year - Primary: $16,300 / Yr (8am-12:15 pm) | $16,300 |
| 2026-2027 School Year - Primary: $22,000 / Yr (8am-3pm) | $22,000 |
| 2026-2027 School Year - Primary: $26,500 / Yr (8am-6pm) | $26,500 |
| 2026-2027 School Year - Toddler: $16,400 / Yr (8am-12:15 pm) | $16,400 |
| 2026-2027 School Year - Toddler: $22,400 / Yr (8am-3pm) | $22,400 |
| 2026-2027 School Year - Toddler: $27,500 / Yr (8am-6pm) | $27,500 |
| application fee | $75 |
6 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Philly Montessori
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 78 children
- License number
- #CER-00257184
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 2, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Background checks 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Jun 2, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 06/04/26, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep did not observe the out of state child abuse and neglect clearance or the out of state sex offender check in the staff files of staff person #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations
“During the renewal inspection on 06/02/26, while reviewing fire drill logs, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been rotating hypothetical locations of the fire around the facility for each drill, the hypothetical location is the same for consecutive drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 06/02/26, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility sent a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the renewal inspection on 06/02/26, while reviewing fire drill logs, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days, recent fire drills were conducted on 02/04/26 and 04/07/26, which is beyond the requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
Jun 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the renewal inspection on 06/04/25, while reviewing the facility fire drill logs, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days, dates observed 01/04/25 and 04/30/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 06/04/25, while reviewing required paperwork on file, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting annual emergency drills, last one completed on 04/22/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
Jun 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(d) Emergency plan/Plan posted
“During the renewal inspection on 06/26/24, Cert Rep did not observe accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with disabilities in the facility's emergency plan. Cert Rep also did not observe the facility's emergency plan posted at a conspicuous location in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 06/26/24, Cert Rep observed that the facility's emergency plan on file did not include continuity of operations planning.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2024
Jun 30, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During my inspection I observed that there was no outlet cover on the electrical socket by the back door.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During my inspection I observed that the bathroom in the young toddler's room had a broke toilet paper holder.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, and 3, did not have their annual 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 hired on September 2018, did not have a current mandated reporter training, staff 2 hired on September 2022, and staff 4 hired on September 2022, did not have their out of state clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Shaken baby syndrome sign/symptoms 2. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 3. Prevention/identification of maltreatment”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During my inspection I observed that in the young toddler room there were unlabeled bottles.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, and 3, did not have their update 1hr. health & safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 4, did not have verification of childcare experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
Jul 28, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3 did not have their annual fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2022
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During my inspection I observed that the facility's water was temp higher than 110 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During my inspection I observed that the pipe in the main room was dripping water.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2022
3270.111(a) Written plan
“During my inspection I observed that the play room did not have a daily schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2022
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 3-5, did not have their admission date on their agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2022
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, hired on June 2022, did not have a current copy of their FBI clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted any emergency drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-6, did not have their 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2022
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, 3, did not have services provided filled in on their agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Philly Montessori
Is Philly Montessori licensed?
Yes. Philly Montessori is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Philly Montessori last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 2, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Philly Montessori had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Philly Montessori care for?
78, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Philly Montessori accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Philly Montessori's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (215) 563-7345 to confirm.
How much does Philly Montessori cost?
Yearly tuition from $16,300 to $27,500, as it lists it.
What is Philly Montessori's phone number?
(215) 563-7345.
Where is Philly Montessori?
601 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19147. The nearest other daycare we list is A-One Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.