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842 S 57th St, Philadelphia, PA
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West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club
- licensed capacity
- 189
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club
West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 189 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 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 29 rules across 3 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 189 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| 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 | 189 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 189 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00255949
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 6, 2026: 10 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 29 rules in all · 29 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Records and paperwork 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Background checks 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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 6, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10-14 did not have verification of child care experience on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #6 and 13 did not have emergency plan training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2 and 13 did not have health and safety training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the 2nd floor boys bathroom toilet is not working.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
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 cert rep observed staff #10 did not have pediatric first-aid and CPR training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #6 did not have two nonfamily references on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #8 and 11 did not have staff evaluations on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #9 and 10 did not have verification of education on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #1, 4, 6 and 13 did not have a disclosure on file. Staff #6 did not have a FBI and NSOR on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #8 and 10 did not have fire safety training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
Apr 21, 2025Inspection18 rules cited
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the fee agreement for child #1-5 did not include the date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the fee agreement for child #1-5 did not include the release persons information.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 did not have pediatric first-aid and CPR on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency plan did not include the method to contact the parents when the emergency begins and ends and how parents can reunite with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the boys and girls bathrooms did not have a lidded waste receptacle.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #2 did not include the health insurance and child #3 did not include the health insurance policy number on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1-4 fee agreement did not include the fee amount.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the fee agreement for child #5 was not updated within a 6 month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #2, 3 and 5 did not include the information on the child's disability on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1-4 fee agreement did not include the services provided.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 had 1 nonfamily reference on file. Staff #2 did not have 2 nonfamily references on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #1 did not include the parents home and work address and phone number on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 and 2 did not have a TB results on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.133(7) Medication log
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #6 and 7 did not have medication log on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #2, 3 and 5 did not include the release persons address. Child #3 did not include the release persons phone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the shaken baby syndrome policy did not include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the emergency plan did not include the continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
May 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of inspection, certification representative observed two damaged ceiling tiles in the red classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2024
Mar 24, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During renewal inspection on 4/13/23, while reviewing Staff files, the following staff did not have current Pediatric CPR/First aid in file -Staff # 1's Pediatric CPR /First Aid dated 3/11/21 and Staff # 8's dated 7/29/20”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2023
- Nov 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club
Is West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club licensed?
Yes. West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 6, 2026, with 10 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 29 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 West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club care for?
189, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 386-4075 to ask.
What is West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club's phone number?
(215) 386-4075.
Where is West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club?
5843 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19143. The nearest other daycare we list is Early Stages Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.