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Charlenes Little Scholars

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
N 51st St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
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Quick Facts

Capacity
10 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (267) 969-6468
N 51st St
Philadelphia, PA 19131
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00250591
License Issued
Feb 1, 2026
Active Through
Feb 1, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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About the Provider

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CHARLENES LITTLE SCHOLARS is a Family Child Care in PHILADELPHIA PA, with a maximum capacity of 10 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-12-10 Renewal 3280.118(c) - Vet's certificate required Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.118(c)

Description: Vet's certificate required

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/18.25, Cert rep observed the following. The facility's documentation of certificate for vaccination of rabies for the cat was dated 2/9/24-2/9/25

Correction Required: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Our plan of correction is to have both pets recertified together to assure we are in compliance with all state regulations
2024-11-19 Renewal 3280.123(a)/3280.181(d) - Signed /Dated signature affixed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)/3280.181(d)

Description: Signed /Dated signature affixed

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/16/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1's agreement and emergency contact did not have parent and operators signature

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have all families complete all forms that are related to children's agreement /enrollments forms are completed and updated in proper timing per OCDEL mandates and regulations
2024-11-19 Renewal 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/16/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1's emergency contact and agreement was last dated 4/5/23 Child # 2's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 8/8/23

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have all parents/guardians complete the reviews of their applications and emergency contact and update any and all information needed at this time
2024-11-19 Renewal 3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) - Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(a)/3280.182(1)

Description: Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/16/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Child #1's health assessment was dated 8/5/23

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have all parents supply all updated physicals and immunization records at the appropriate time renewals are due
2024-11-19 Renewal 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/16/24, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include prevention and identification of child maltreatment

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Make sure that all policies are visible and adhere to all state mandates. Added any necessary policies that were updated per the state regulations
2024-11-19 Renewal 3280.31(e) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(e)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/16/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 's file did not have annual 12 clock hours of child care training in file. Staff # 1 had 8.5 hours in file

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Review all clocked hours of trainings on monthly basis and complete any missing hours that were needed
2024-11-19 Renewal 3280.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 12/16/24, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's front yard had trash and debris in the front yard space

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Remove all trash for collection day from the city. Maintain all areas of the facility to assure and keep all child safety and well-being while in attendance
2024-03-07 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized

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