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Voice of the Children

Philadelphia, PA 19124 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families5.0· 2 reviews

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About Voice of the Children

Voice of the Children is a group home daycare in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 12 children.

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 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 63 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: 20 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 63 rules in all · 62 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 22
  • Safety and hazards 11
  • Staff training and qualifications 10
  • Building, equipment and play areas 8
  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Background checks 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Safe sleep 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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  1. Jul 30, 2026Inspection20 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “At the time of renewal inspection observed uncovered electrical outlets in the front room near sensory area.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Background checks

      3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “At the time of the inspection, there was no signed disclosure statement on file for staff person #2 and #3. File of staff person #3 did not include NSOR and child abuse clearance for employment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.31(e) Age and training

      “At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 included only 9 clock hours of childcare training”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “At the time of the inspection, emergency contact forms of children #1 and #5 were not reviewed and updated by parents in writing at least once in a 6-months period. Agreements of children #1, #2, and 5 were not reviewed and updated by parents in writing at least once in a 6-months period.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “At the time of the inspection, emergency contact information of child #4 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact information of child #4 did not include health insurance coverage for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact form of child #3 and #4 did not include the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.151(a)/3280.151(b) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP

      “At the time of renewal inspection, health assessment of staff person #2 did not include the date, signature and title of a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments

      “At the time of renewal inspection, files of children #1, #1, #3, and #5 did not include initial child health report. Children #1 #2, #3, and #5 were enrolled for more that 60 days.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

      “At the time of renewal inspection, provider did not provide verification of annual testing of smoke detectors by a fire safety professional. The last inspection on file was from 8/26/24. In addition, fire extinguisher was located on the floor near the front door and was acessbile to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.192(5) Two written references

      “At the time of renewal inspection record of staff person #3 included only one written nonfamily reference from individual attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “At the time of the inspection, file of child #2 and #5 did not include child service report on the Department's approved form that provides information to the family about the child's growth and development.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3280.108(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “At the time of renewal inspection, the gray rocking chair had stains.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.151(c)(2)/3280.192(3) Mantoux TB /Health assessment, TB test

      “At the time of renewal inspection, an initial health assessment of Staff person #3 didn't include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.26(c) Training regarding plan

      “At the time of renewal inspection, verification that staff person #2 received emergency plan training within 90 days of employment was not provided.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.17 Liability Insurance

      “At the time of renewal inspection, provider did not have current liability insurance. Liability insurance policy on file expired on 9/23/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “At the time of renewal inspection, observed peeling paint near the block center.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3280.76 Building Surfaces

      “At the time of renewal inspection, ceiling tiles in both the main room and the bathroom showed signs of water damage. Additionally, three ceiling tiles in the main room were broken. A hole was present in the wall near the kitchen area. The vent cover near the bathroom was not securely attached to the wall, leaving a gap. The vent opening was accessible to children. Outdoor trash cans contained ripped black trash bags, with trash spilling onto the ground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.69(a) 110º F or less

      “At the time of renewal inspection, the water temperature in the bathroom used by children was 118° F.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “At the time of renewal inspection, a record of child #3 and #4 didn't contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Both consents are required prior to admission.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026

  2. Sep 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3280.76 Building Surfaces

      “At the time of unannounced inspection on 9/2/25 observed sings of water damage on the ceiling tiles located above the kitchen area. Non-compliance since 7/21/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025

  3. Jul 21, 2025Inspection18 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25 observed that current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.26(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25 verification that emergency drills were conducted annually was not observed. Last emergency drill posted on the wall was from 3/8/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25, emergency contact form of child #1 and #2 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Both written consents are required prior to admission.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “At the time of the inspection on 7/21/25, there was no hands-free covered trash can for diapering near diaper changing table located in the bathroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25, file of child #4, who is a young toddler, did not include an updated health report required at least every 6 months. Child health report on file was dated 10/8/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(c) Each child care space

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25, emergency contact form was not present for child #1 who was receiving care in the main room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25, emergency contact form of child #1, #2, and #3 did not include health insurance coverage and/or policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25, emergency contact form of child #2 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25, emergency contact form of child #2 did not include enrolling parent's work address and work phone number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25 emergency contact form of child #1 did not include the name of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      3280.107(c) No styrofoam

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25 observed that provider was using Styrofoam plates to serve food.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Safe sleep

      3280.105(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25 observed cots and pack and plays that were not labeled with children's names.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3280.76 Building Surfaces

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25 observed sings of water damage on the ceiling tiles located above the kitchen area.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25 observed toxic A+D cream, Aveeno baby wash and shampoo as well as baby powder located on the shelf in the bathroom and were accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25 protective receptacle covers were not observed on two electrical outlets located in the main room. Electrical outlets were accessible to children younger than 5 years old.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.34(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25, file of primary staff person #1, who was supervising children, did not include 2 years of experience with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.23(a) Immediate access

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25, staff person #1 did not provide to certification representative immediate access to the files and records.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 7/21/25, emergency contact information for child #4 had not been updated every 6 months as required. Last parent signature is from 9/26/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025

  4. May 8, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.192(2)(i) Age

      “At the time of the inspection, file of staff person #1 did not include verification of age.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.192(1) Name, address, and phone

      “At the time of the inspection observed that file of staff person #1 don't include the name, address and telephone number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.14/3280.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Communication with Parents

      “At the time of inspection on 5/8/25, staff person #1, who is a provisional hire, was observed to be caring for children alone in the facility. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and safety training, mandated reporter trainings, in-person portion of pediatric first aid/CPR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2025

    • Background checks

      3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “At the time of the inspection, file of staff person #1, who is a provisional hire, did not include a current PA state criminal history check or DHS required FBI, NSOR certificate, and Disclosure statement. Staff person #1 was observed working unsupervised in the main room of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.33(c) Age and training

      “During the inspection on 5/8/25, the facility did not have any staff competent in first-aid technique and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques while children were in care. Staff person #1 who was caring for children alone in the facility has Pediatric First aid training that was not complete.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations

      “At the time of the inspection observed that hypothetical locations of the fire are not rotated around the facility for each drill.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.192(5) Two written references

      “At the time of inspection record of staff person #1 did not include two written nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “At the time of inspection, file of staff person #1 did not include verification of education and experience required prior to service at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2025

  5. Mar 27, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3280.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “At the time of the inspection observed that fire drills are not conducted at least every 60 days. Last fire drill was conducted on 6/13/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.191 Individual Records

      “At the time of inspection on 3/27/25, file of staff person #1, who was caring for children alone, was not provided for review.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3280.76 Building Surfaces

      “At the time of the inspection on 3/27/25 observed signs of the water damage on the ceiling tiles in the main room, whole around the vent in the bathroom, the vent in the main room had opening on the side which was accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “At the time of the inspection on 3/27/25 observed damaged plaster and peeling paint near the small table located near utility sink.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025

  6. Aug 26, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.33(c)/3280.192(2)(iii) Age and training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “At the time of renewal inspection, file of the only staff person #1 did not include verification of competency in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3280.76 Building Surfaces

      “At the time of renewal inspection observed dirty rug in the main room that was in need of cleaning.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact information of child #1 did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs

      “At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact information did not include information on the child #1 special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact information of child #1 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “At the time of renewal inspection, a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed in every child care space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.133(5) Original label

      “At the time of the inspection, first aid kit in main room included Benadryl cream that was expired.and had to be discarded.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.26(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “At the time of renewal inspection observed that emergency drill was not conducted annually, written documentation was not available.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2024

    • Transportation

      3280.171(a) Pick up and drop off points

      “At the time of renewal inspection, information regarding the location of the facility and use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility was not prepared and sent to the local traffic safety authorities.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.17 Liability Insurance

      “At the time of renewal inspection, a current copy of the insurance policy was not on file at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.26(f) Emergency plan

      “At the time of renewal inspection on 9/28/23 observed that provider did not send a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.31(e) Age and training

      “At the time of renewal inspection file of staff person #1 included only 1 hours of child care training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2024

  7. Jul 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Voice of the Children licensed?

Yes. Voice of the Children is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Voice of the Children last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with 20 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Voice of the Children had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 63 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 62 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 Voice of the Children care for?

12, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Voice of the Children accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Voice of the Children's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (215) 385-6809 to confirm.

How much does Voice of the Children cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 385-6809 to ask.

What is Voice of the Children's phone number?

(215) 385-6809.

Where is Voice of the Children?

Philadelphia, PA 19124. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).