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6757 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy
- licensed capacity
- 35
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy
Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 35 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpen until 8 PM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 35 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 | 35 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 35 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00244965
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 27, 2026: 15 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 35 rules in all · 35 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 10
- Safety and hazards 8
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Food and nutrition 4
- Safe sleep 3
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 1
- Records and paperwork 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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Aug 27, 2026Inspection15 rules cited
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, toxic plants were observed in the outdoor play space (Vinca and Mandeville)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, the health assessment for staff person #2 did not have a date of signature from the physician who completed the physical, so there is no way to determine if the health assessment was conducted within 12 months of hire, or when the health assessment needs to be updated with a new one.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, the file for staff person #1 had a health assessment that was more than 24 months old with a date of 8/13/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2026
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, the health assessment on file for staff person #2 was for school sports and did not include statements answered by the physician regarding communicable diseases and the individual's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2026
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, tall, metal shelving units containing food items were observed in the back room. The shelving units were not secure to the wall and not sturdy, as they could easily be moved back and forth causing the units to wobble.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, plastic bags were accessible to children and observed in cubbies in the middle room; toddlers were also observed in this room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, an infant bottle was observed in the middle room on top of a chest freezer and was there for an unknown amount of time, but at least 1 hour, without being refrigerated.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2026
3270.34(a)(3) Responsible designee
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, a director was not present at the facility, and a staff person was not designated to be responsible for compliance with chapter 3270 in the director's absence.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, an outlet that was not in use was observed without a protective cover in the back room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, the cabinet under the bathroom sink in the back room was observed to be unlocked and contain items such as Lysol and Comet.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, infant bottles were observed on top of a chest freezer, and in the refrigerator, and were not labeled with a child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, the emergency form observed in the middle room for child #1, did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care, or for the administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff, both of which are required prior to admission to the program.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, chipped green paint was observed on the wall by the chair and TV in the front room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, a hole was observed in the ceiling in the back room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2026
3270.133(4) Locked
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/27/26, medication (albuterol inhaler) was observed in a cubby in the middle room and was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2026
Sep 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.106(a)/3270.119 Clean, age appropriate/Infant sleep position
“At time of unannounced inspection on 9/18/25, an 8-month-old infant was observed sleeping in a small rocking seat that was placed on the floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.61(g) Preschool - no napping/play are
“At time of unannounced inspection on 9/18/25, an infant was observed sleeping in the same group space where pre-school aged children were working on small muscle activities.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
Aug 20, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/20/25, the emergency information for child #1 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care, or for the administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2025
3270.112/3270.113(e) Infant/Toddler Stimulation/Restraints prohibited
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/20/25, three children (infants/young toddlers) were observed to be in highchairs for at least 50 minutes and were not eating, while other children in the classroom were at the table working/playing.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/20/25, the file for facility staff person #1 did not contain a PA criminal history clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/20/25, hand sanitizer was observed on a shelf in the Pre-School/Pre/K room and was accessible to children. Diaper cream labeled "keep out of reach of children" was observed in the unlocked changing table in the Pre-School bathroom and was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/20/25, toxic Vinca flowers were observed hanging on the fence surrounding the outdoor play space used by the children and were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/20/25, children's packed lunches brought from home containing items such as pepperoni and cheese were observed on top of the cubbies in the middle room and were not refrigerated.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“At time of renewal inspection on 8/20/25, plastic bags (diaper bags/grocery bags) were observed in cubbies in the middle room and were accessible to children under 3 years of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
Oct 15, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.181(e) Emergency master file updated
“At time of renewal inspection on 10/15/24, emergency information that was reviewed/updated in the master file, had not been updated accordingly in the classrooms. Emergency information observed in classrooms had dates from 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2024
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“At time of renewal inspection on 10/15/24, the health assessment on file for staff person #1 did not include a statement answered by the physician regarding the individual's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“At time of renewal inspection on 10/15/24, the pack and play rest equipment in the front room was not labeled with individual child names.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2024
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“At time of renewal inspection on 10/15/24, a tall metal storage shelf that was lightweight and wobbly (posing a possible tipping hazard) was observed in the middle room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“At time of renewal inspection on 10/15/24, plastic bags were observed on the cubby shelves in the middle room and were accessible to young toddlers and older toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2024
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“At time of renewal inspection on 10/15/24, stains and chipping paint/plaster was observed on the ceiling in the back room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“At time of renewal inspection on 10/15/24, toxic plants were observed in indoor and outdoor play spaces. Garden mums were observed hanging on the fence in the outdoor play space. Varieties of Croaton and Ivy were observed in the front room and an Alocasia variety was observed in the back room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2024
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“At time of renewal inspection on 10/15/24, children's lunches brought from home, containing chicken nuggets and cheese, were observed sitting on the cubbies in the middle room and were not refrigerated.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2024
May 14, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.76/3270.104(a) Building Surfaces/Clean, good repair, proper size
“During initial inspection 05/14/2024, two bookcases in rear room of facility were not mounted to the wall posing a potential tipping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2024
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“During initial inspection on 05/14/2024, the following toxic plants were observed in the front room of the child care facility: Monstera, Golden Pothos; the following toxic plants were observed in the rear room of the child care facility: Rare Alocasia Amazonica, Boston fern, Blushing Philodendron.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.14/3270.15(a) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Building Codes
“During initial inspection 05/14/2024, Certificate of Occupancy and Food Prep license were not posted in facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy
Is Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy licensed?
Yes. Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 27, 2026, with 15 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 35 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 Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy care for?
35, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 400-9966 to ask.
What is Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy's phone number?
(610) 400-9966.
Where is Principals Demonstration and Preparatory Academy?
301 W Mount Pleasant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19119. The nearest other daycare we list is Learn Educate Nurture, 0.2 miles away.