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Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 95
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center
Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 95 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 95 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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 | 95 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 95 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00256741
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 5, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Background checks 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Records and paperwork 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 5, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 05/05/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, and staff person #4, and staff person #5 did not reflect 12 hours of annual childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 05/05/26 the file reviewed for staff person #2 did not reflect annual fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 05/05/26 the file reviewed for child #1 did not include a child service report providing details about the child's growth and development.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 05/05/26 there was chipping paint observed in school age classroom and PreK classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 05/05/26 utility tub containing peroxide and first aid ointment was observed in room #3 accessible to children. Employee closet was observed unlocked containing cleaning supplies accessible to children. Cabinet underneath sink in the young toddler classroom was observed unlocked and contained disinfectant wipes accessible to children. Hand sanitizer was observed on the sink in young toddler classroom accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 05/05/26 there were missing protective receptacle covers observed in the young toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 05/05/26 the health assessment reviewed for staff person #1 was more than 24 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2026
Apr 1, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring completed on 04/01/26 the documentation reviewed did not reflect that fire drills were being conducted every 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring completed on 04/01/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include a signed copy of the disclosure statement. The file reviewed for staff person #3 did not include a PA criminal clearance. The file reviewed for staff person #4 included a NSOR certificate dated 02/26/20 which is more than 60 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection completed on 04/01/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #4 contained an expired first aid/cpr certification. The file reviewed for staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not contain first aid/cpr certification within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2026
May 1, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection on 05/01/25 the file reviewed for staff person #3 did not contain first aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the renewal inspection on 05/01/25 the file reviewed for staff person #2 contain mandated reporter training that was more than 60 months old. Mandated reporter training reviewed was dated 09/17/18.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection on 05/01/25 the file reviewed for child #1 did not contain a child service report documenting information about the child's growth and development.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 05/01/25 the emergency contact form and fee agreement reviewed for child #1 were not reviewed/updated within a 6-month time period.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 05/01/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1 dd not include an updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
20.71(b)(5) Perpetrator in an indicated or founded report of child abuse
“During the renewal inspection on 05/01/25 staff person #4 has been named as a perpetrator in a founded/indicated report of child abuse.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
- Jul 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center
Is Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 5, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center care for?
95, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 339-5858 to ask.
What is Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center's phone number?
(215) 339-5858.
Where is Universal Kids Childcare & Learning Center?
1710 W Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145. The nearest other daycare we list is Step Ahead Learning Center, under 0.1 miles away.