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Simply Smart Day Care
- licensed capacity
- 6
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Simply Smart Day Care
Simply Smart Day Care is a home daycare in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 6 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 6 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 6 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Simply Smart Day Care has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Simply Smart Day Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 6 children
- License number
- #CER-00258079
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- 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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- Jul 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 11, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3290.115(a)(2) Above-ground pool inaccessible
“Both gates at the entrance to the facility pool were unlocked.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2025
Aug 14, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3290.14(a)/3290.74(a) Building codes/Requirements
“During nap at the time of inspection, two facility children were observed napping in the garage which had been converted into a room. The provider did not have any written proof of permits/forms required for construction at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2024
3290.11(e)(5) Building and physical premises safety
“During nap at the time of inspection, two facility children were observed napping in the garage which had been converted into a room. The provider did not have any written proof of permits/forms required for construction at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2024
Jan 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3290.115(a)(8)/3290.192(4) Included in ratio/annual training/Required training
“At the time of inspection, there was no written proof of staff being trained in water safety.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2024
3290.115(a)(2) Above-ground pool inaccessible
“At the time of inspection, there was an above ground swimming pool located in the rear of the facility that was not fenced and assessable to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Simply Smart Day Care
Is Simply Smart Day Care licensed?
Yes. Simply Smart Day Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Simply Smart Day Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Simply Smart Day Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Simply Smart Day Care care for?
6, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Simply Smart Day Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Simply Smart Day Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Simply Smart Day Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 900-6028 to ask.
What is Simply Smart Day Care's phone number?
(215) 900-6028.
Where is Simply Smart Day Care?
Philadelphia, PA 19116. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.