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Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square
- licensed capacity
- 105
- open each week
- 7 days
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About
About Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square
Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 105 children.
It is open every day, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidyOpen every day
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- Type
- Child care center
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 105 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 | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
Programs
Programs and care
| 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 Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 105 children
- License number
- #CER-00258361
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 14, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Food and nutrition 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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May 14, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14/26, in the Rain Forest Room, staff person #1 did not ensure that child #2 washed their hands after toileting.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14/26, child #1 that was receiving care in the Forest Room, had emergency contact information in that space that was missing an insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14/26, there was a piece of furniture obstructing the rear exit on the 3rd floor near the Rain Forest Room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14/26, there was excess dirt and grime accumulated in the area behind the bathroom door in the Forest Room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During the renewal inspection on 5/14/26, the provider did not have Pick-up and Drop-off procedures describing the safe routes with sufficient detail.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
- Feb 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 11, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.183(b) No information disclosed
“During the complaint investigation on 6/11/25, it was confirmed through an interview with the director that a dismissal letter for a parent was sent out as a general email to the parents. The dismissal letter is considered a confidential part of the file record for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2025
May 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During the renewal inspection on 5/21/25, there were unlabeled bottles in the Garden Room and in the Ocean Room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025
Feb 13, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation on 2/3/25, it was determined that the staff person #1 grabbed the arm of child #1 as she dropped to the ground in protest of going to the playroom. The child had fingernail scratches on her arm as a result.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2025
May 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 5/16/24: 1. There were multiple exposed screws and nails on the Bamboo display in the Indoor Play space. 2. There was a torn mattress and excess debris on the changing station in Farm Room. 3. There was excess debris under the mattress on the changing station in the Forest Room. 4. There was exposed plastic liner near the floorboard at the rear exit of the Indoor Play space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 5/16/24, there was an unused electrical outlet in the Indoor Play space on the right wall after entering, that did not have a protective electrical cover.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2024
May 23, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“At the time of the complaint investigation, file of staff person #1, #4, #9, #10 did not include verification that staff person #1, #4, #9, #10 has completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR from a PQAS-approved trainer in PQAS approved curriculum within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #2, #3, #5, #6, #8 did not include Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 1 hour professional development training required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe which is by December 30, 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact information of child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 was not present in Green Forest room, where children were receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“At the time of renewal inspection, an initial health assessment of staff person #11 was conducted more than 12 months ago. Health assessment of staff person #11 was from 11/7/21.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At the time of renewal inspection observed 17 children ranging in age from older toddler to preschool with only 2 staff persons present in Green Forest Room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 did not include FBI required by DHS clearance. Staff person #1 is not a provisional hire. Staff person #9 has not completed the mandated reporter training required within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“At the time of renewal inspection, a health assessment on file for Staff #7 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2023
Jul 8, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY'S FIRE SYSTEM FILES. THE FILE DID NOT CONTAIN PROOF OF PURCHASE.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2022
Mar 31, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the compliant investigation the certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough, in the garden room there were 11 children and two staff with the youngest child being four months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square
Is Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square licensed?
Yes. Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 14, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 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 Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square care for?
105, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square's hours?
Every day, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 773-7588 to ask.
What is Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square's phone number?
(267) 773-7588.
Where is Right Steps of Rittenhouse Square?
1531 Locust St # 35, Philadelphia, PA 19102. The nearest other daycare we list is Temple Beth Zion Beth Israel, 0.2 miles away.