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Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies

830 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
licensed capacity
45
open each week
5 days

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About Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies

Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 45 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 44 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: school-age children

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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Licensed capacity
45 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity45 childrenFrom the state license

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State record

Inspection reports for Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
45 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00247396
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 29, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 6 of 8 visits · 44 rules in all · 44 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 12
  • Building, equipment and play areas 10
  • Records and paperwork 7
  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Background checks 3
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • 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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  1. Jul 29, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “During the complaint investigation on 7/29/2026, it was determined that Dawn dish detergent, a toxic substance, was present and accessible to the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026

  2. Mar 2, 2026Complaint investigation6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the unannounced Inspection on 3/2/26, it was observed that the front doorknob was detaching from the door on both sides of the door.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “During the unannounced Inspection on 3/2/2026, it was observed that an electrical outlet inside the front door, and an outlet on the third floor did not have a receptacle cover in it.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.92(a) No portable space heaters

      “During the complaint investigation on 3/2/2026, a portable heater was observed in the office of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “During the complaint investigation on 3/2/2026, it was found that on previous occasions children in the preschool classroom are not always supervised by a staff person. Children are allowed to leave the preschool classroom alone without a staff person to go to the bathroom in the rear of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

      “During the complaint investigation on 3/2/2026, it was found in the infant section that 2 out of 3 refrigerated infant bottles were not labeled with the child's name.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the complaint investigation on 3/2/26, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and the file for staff #1 did not include the PA State Criminal Clearance and the file for staff #2 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance, and the PA State Criminal Clearance. (See LIS code sheet for hire date)”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

  3. Mar 2, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the unannounced Inspection on 3/2/26, it was observed that the front doorknob was detaching from the door on both sides of the door.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “During the unannounced Inspection on 3/2/2026, it was observed that an electrical outlet inside the front door, and an outlet on the third floor did not have a receptacle cover in it.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.92(a) No portable space heaters

      “During the complaint investigation on 3/2/2026, a portable heater was observed in the office of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “During the complaint investigation on 3/2/2026, it was found that on previous occasions children in the preschool classroom are not always supervised by a staff person. Children are allowed to leave the preschool classroom alone without a staff person to go to the bathroom in the rear of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

      “During the complaint investigation on 3/2/2026, it was found in the infant section that 2 out of 3 refrigerated infant bottles were not labeled with the child's name.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the complaint investigation on 3/2/26, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and the file for staff #1 did not include the PA State Criminal Clearance and the file for staff #2 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance, and the PA State Criminal Clearance. (See LIS code sheet for hire date)”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

  4. Oct 15, 2025Inspection17 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, it was observed that the refrigerator near the bathrooms did not have an operating thermometer to measure the temperature.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, at approximately 9:45 AM, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were in the young toddler and older toddler childcare space with ten children. Upon request for staff # 1 to name the five children in her group, staff #1 could not name the children in her group. Staff # 2 attempted to interject on behalf of staff person #1. Staff person # 4 stated that staff # 1 did not know the children's name because she was newly hired.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the file for child #2 was viewed and did not have an admission date listed on the financial agreement.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the file for child #1 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not contain the doctor's address and phone number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, it was observed that a bookshelf detached from the wall in the front near the entryway and it was a tipping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, it was observed that the resting cots for the children were not labeled for use of each child on both the first floor and the third floor.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, on the third floor of facility there were three electrical outlets, and a power strip under the computer station that did not have protective receptacle covers in them.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the file for staff #3 was viewed and the file did not have a completed DHS FBI Fingerprinting Clearance and a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance. (See code Sheet for hire date)”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, it was observed that there was chipping paint on the back section corner wall near the back door, and there was a hole in the plaster between the sink and the changing table in the 1st floor childcare space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “During the renewal process on 10/15/2025, it was observed that there was no signs above the toilets, changing tables and sinks stating "A facility person and an able child shall wash his/her hands after toileting and before eating."”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.69(b) 110º F or less

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the hot water temperature was tested in the bathroom and was 120 degrees farenheit.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, it was observed that the cabinet below the changing table on the first floor was unlocked and had Desinex cream that was accessible to the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “During the renewal inspection dated 10/15/2025, the files for child #2 and child #3 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not contain written parental consent for the facility to administer emergency medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/25, the files for child #2 and child #3 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not contain signed parental consent for the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the files for staff #1, and staff #2 were viewed and the file for staff #1 did not contain a health assessment including the results of an initial tuberculin skin test. The health assessment reviewed for staff person # 2 was not updated within a 24-month period. (dated-09/11/2023).”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the files for child #1 and child #2 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form for each child did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the file for child #3 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form and the Financial Agreement were not updated within a 6-month period. The forms were dated 9/26/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

  5. Jul 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. May 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Aug 28, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.18(a) On file at facility

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 it was observed that the facility liability insurance expired on 7/20/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file of staff person #1 and the 10 hour Health and Safety Training had not been completed within 90 days of hire. (See code sheet for start date).”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for staff person #1 and there was no completed National Sex Offender Registry Clearance. (See code sheet for hire date).”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.62(c) Space safe for large muscle activity

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 it was observed that the outdoor play space had 5 10-speed bikes, a paint bucket with paint containers in it, and a metal ladder stored in the space and all of these items were accessible to the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 it was observed that an electrical outlet in the front room did not have a protective cover in it.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 it was observed that Clorox Wipes were in an unlocked cabinet under the sink and there was paint containers in the outside playspace. These toxics were accessible to the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 it was observed that the black bookshelves were not attached to the wall and were a tipping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(a) Each child emergency contact person

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 the files for child #1 and child #2 did not have the emergency contact person's phone number listed on the Emergency Contact Form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 the files for child #1 and child #2 did not have the physician's name, address, and phone number listed on the Emergency Contact Form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 the files for child #1 and child #2 did not have the health insurance coverage and the policy number listed on the Emergency Contact Form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 the files for child #1 and child #2 did not have an initial health assessment completed for each child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During a renewal inspection on 8/26/2024 it was observed that there were multiple spots on the first floor where paint was chipping on the walls.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2024

  8. May 1, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that there were paint containers in the outside play space area.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that there were holes in the bathroom walls.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.62(a) Large muscle space provided

      “During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that there was a ladder and painting equipment and tools in the play space area and there was a pile of floor mat pieces that were a tripping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.73 Telephone

      “During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, the Certification Representative attempted to call the facility during the inspection and the phone did not appear to be operable.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that toys in the outdoor play space were soiled.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.81 Glass

      “During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that the front glass door did not have any visual identifiers on it.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that there were two pallets blocking the back exit.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that the cubbies toward the back were not secured to the wall and it was a tipping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

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 Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies licensed?

Yes. Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 29, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 44 rules across 6 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 44 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 Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies care for?

45, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies' hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (445) 223-4064 to ask.

What is Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies' phone number?

(445) 223-4064.

Where is Wescott’s Caterpillars to butterflies?

830 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130. The nearest other daycare we list is People for People Preschool, 0.1 miles away.

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