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The Creative School
- licensed capacity
- 32
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Creative School
The Creative School is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 32 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 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
- 32 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 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 | 32 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Creative School has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Creative School
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 32 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00259674
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 28, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Health, medication and illness 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 28, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing documentation concerning shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, child maltreatment, strategies for dealing with a crying or fussy child, and continuity of operations on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing documentation of the yearly emergency drill being conducted at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2026
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection, cert rep observed facility emergency plan had not been sent to the proper local municipality contact.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2026
Aug 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During renewal inspection, cert rep observed out of date fire safety training in the file of Staff 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2025
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“During renewal inspection, cert rep observed out of date mandated reporter training in the file of STaff 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2025
Aug 7, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing signage regarding the emergency transportation plan at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing handwashing sings in the bathroom at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing 6 month update signatures on the agreement forms in the files of Child 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2024
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing 6 month update signatures to the emergency contact forms in the files of Child 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2024
Jul 19, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 07.19.23, there was no protective receptacle cover in the electrical outlet located on the right side wall in the first floor classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 07.19.23, there was no protective receptacle cover in the electrical outlet located on the right side wall of the first floor classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2023
Jul 19, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 07.19.23, there was no protective receptacle cover in the electrical outlet located on the right side wall in the first floor classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 07.19.23, there was no protective receptacle cover in the electrical outlet located on the right side wall of the first floor classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2023
- Feb 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Creative School
Is The Creative School licensed?
Yes. The Creative School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Creative School last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 28, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Creative School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 The Creative School care for?
32, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does The Creative School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Creative School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Creative School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (917) 607-2441 to ask.
What is The Creative School's phone number?
(917) 607-2441.
Where is The Creative School?
1218 Wallace St, Philadelphia, PA 19123. The nearest other daycare we list is Chesterbrook Academy Fairmount, 0.2 miles away.