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Scribble Scrabble Kids
- licensed capacity
- 65
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Scribble Scrabble Kids
Scribble Scrabble Kids is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 65 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 65 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 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 | 65 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Scribble Scrabble Kids
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 65 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00248866
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 5, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Transportation 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 5, 2026Complaint investigation9 rules cited
3270.114 Outdoor Activity
“Daycare director informed cert rep that they have not been going outdoors on a regular basis.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the outside play area, there was a broken plastic push toy. Other toys were covered in loads of dust and debris.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“Basement bathroom has toilet on far left entrance with a seat that is unfastened.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Sharp protruding metal used to fix furniture to the wall was not attached to anything. It was sticking out in the children's play space on the 2nd floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“There were multiple windows on the 1st and 2nd floors observed that open more than 6 inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“Water in the basement, 1st and 2nd floors all tested at 133 degrees Fahrenheit.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.64 Outside Walkways
“Walkway outside leading to the outdoor playground contained broken tiles/plaster, wooden planks, and piping.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person # 1 who was hired on 6/22/2026, is within 90 day window but was observed working alone with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the AUM Inspection, cert rep observed a mixed age group of children in the front room of the basement. There were 13 children to 1 staff person. Most children were considered Young School Age; except for one child who was 5 years; but considered a rising kindergartener.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
Aug 5, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
3270.114 Outdoor Activity
“Daycare director informed cert rep that they have not been going outdoors on a regular basis.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the outside play area, there was a broken plastic push toy. Other toys were covered in loads of dust and debris.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“Basement bathroom has toilet on far left entrance with a seat that is unfastened.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Sharp protruding metal used to fix furniture to the wall was not attached to anything. It was sticking out in the children's play space on the 2nd floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“There were multiple windows on the 1st and 2nd floors observed that open more than 6 inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“Water in the basement, 1st and 2nd floors all tested at 133 degrees Fahrenheit.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.64 Outside Walkways
“Walkway outside leading to the outdoor playground contained broken tiles/plaster, wooden planks, and piping.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person # 1 who was hired on 6/22/2026, is within 90 day window but was observed working alone with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the AUM Inspection, cert rep observed a mixed age group of children in the front room of the basement. There were 13 children to 1 staff person. Most children were considered Young School Age; except for one child who was 5 years; but considered a rising kindergartener.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
- Feb 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“During the renewal inspection on 12/04/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe extra services or not applicable specified on the service agreement form in the files of child #1-#10.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2025
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During the renewal inspection on 12/04/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe signed parental consent for swimming and wading in the files of child #1-#3.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2025
- Dec 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 2, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“Exit of through the backyard gate was obstructed with a padlock and no way of opening in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2024
- Jun 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 24, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed bottle in label 2 unlabeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed chipped paint on Level 2 and Level 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed outdoor play space unclean. Also observed toilet handle off on level 3 toilet, and a torn rug causing tripping hazard on level 2 and 3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Observed Level 2 child care space first aid kit missing tape.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
Mar 7, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 3/7/22, staff person #1 did not have completed mandated reporter training in their file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2022
3270.66(a)/3270.76 Locked or inaccessible/Building Surfaces
“During a renewal inspection on 3/7/22, there is a knife in an unlocked drawer in an open kitchen accessible to children and a dirty trashcan in the back of the 3rd floor preschool. In the basement front room, there is an unlocked bathroom with a dirty toilet, multiple toxics and various debris. There are paint cans in this unlocked room along with a large, yellow bucket and multiple mops.. In the bathroom that has the locked under sink cabinet, there is a dirty trash can and dirty bathroom sink. The lower kitchen cabinets are dirty with cans of food inside and a can of Easy Off (toxin). The outdoor play area has dirty toys, an exposed air conditioner and an open gate to the property next door which has a toxic in the yard. There is a dirty blue chair and a yellow mop with a blue mop-head on it. There are empty snack bags on the ground in the outdoor play-space. The third floor preschool cabinet has a bottle of vinegar accessible to children. In an unlocked bathroom sink cabinet on the basement floor there is extreme dirt (this cabinet has finger paints in it). In another bathroom cabinet has chipping paint, dirt and an exposed pipe. The infant room has various toxics on very low shelves where they are accessible to children (Huggies, Desitin, diaper rash ointment).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2022
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During a renewal inspection on 3/7/22, there is no written plan displayed conspicuously in any of the child care classrooms identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.165 Menus
“During a renewal inspection on 3/7/22, a menu is not posted in a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“During a renewal inspection on 3/7/22, the address of the shelter of the location away from the facility premises is not written in the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During a renewal inspection on 3/7/22, written notification of safe routes are not posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Scribble Scrabble Kids
Is Scribble Scrabble Kids licensed?
Yes. Scribble Scrabble Kids is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Scribble Scrabble Kids last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 5, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Scribble Scrabble Kids had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Scribble Scrabble Kids care for?
65, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Scribble Scrabble Kids accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Scribble Scrabble Kids' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Scribble Scrabble Kids cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 476-1275 to ask.
What is Scribble Scrabble Kids' phone number?
(215) 476-1275.
Where is Scribble Scrabble Kids?
4813 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139. The nearest other daycare we list is Teachable Moments Childcare, 0.1 miles away.