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4614 Woodland Ave # 4618, Philadelphia, PA
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The Urban Giving Tree
- licensed capacity
- 28
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Urban Giving Tree
The Urban Giving Tree is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 28 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: pre-k.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 28 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 2 yrs - 5 yrs old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Pre-K |
| Staff | Certified and degree holding educators |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 28 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Urban Giving Tree has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Urban Giving Tree
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 28 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00253410
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 24, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 23 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Transportation 1
- Background checks 1
- Safe sleep 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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Feb 24, 2026Inspection4 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
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #1 emergency contact did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first-aid procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2026
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the bathroom in the sycamore bathroom was 115 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #2 emergency contact was not updated at least once in a 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #3 did not have a current health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2026
Oct 23, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the allocated unannounced inspection cert rep observed an electrical outlet in the sycamore classroom did not have a protective receptable cover.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.241(a) Requirements specific to school-age programs
“During the allocated unannounced inspection cert rep observed two school-age children at the child care facility during school hours who are home schooled.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the allocated unannounced inspection cert rep observed the floors in the child care center, the rugs in the sycamore classroom and the outdoor play space need to be cleaned and free for debris.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the allocated unannounced inspection cert rep observed the 1st toilet in the bathroom in the sycamore classroom was not working.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
Mar 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the unannounced follow-up monitoring visit for the original renewal inspection on 3/4/2025 certification representative observed the water temperature at the 2nd sink in the bathroom in the sycamore classroom water temperature was 111 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2025
Mar 4, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
3270.111(a) Written plan
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed there was no written plan of daily activities and routines on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the bathroom in the Sycamore classroom hot water temperature was 112 degrees, the 2nd sink inside the Sycamore classroom was 111 degrees, and the sink in the Willow classroom was 111 degrees.”
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the outdoor play space had wood, debris and visible hazards.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child#1 fee agreement did not include the release person's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the shaken baby syndrome did not include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.165 Menus
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the menu was not posted at least 1 week in advance.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1 emergency contact and fee agreement was not updated at least once in a 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 did not have verification of education on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 did not have the 1 hour updated Health and Safety training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed a written letter notifying the local traffic safety authorities annually of the location of the facility was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 did not have mandated reporter training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
Feb 22, 2024Inspection3 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
“During the renewal inspection child #1 emergency contact did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first-aid procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
3270.166(4)/3270.166(6) Bottles labeled/Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed a child sleeping on a cot with a bottle in his mouth which was not labeled with the child's name in the willow classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the cots did not have at least 2 feet of space between them on three sides while children were napping in the willow classroom with 5 toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024
- Mar 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Urban Giving Tree
Is The Urban Giving Tree licensed?
Yes. The Urban Giving Tree is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Urban Giving Tree last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 24, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Urban Giving Tree had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Urban Giving Tree care for?
28, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does The Urban Giving Tree accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Urban Giving Tree's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Urban Giving Tree cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 357-5562 to ask.
What is The Urban Giving Tree's phone number?
(267) 357-5562.
Where is The Urban Giving Tree?
1333 S 49th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143. The nearest other daycare we list is Catepillars 2 Butterflies Early Learning Acad, 0.2 miles away.