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Community Development Services

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
7536 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19151
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Quick Facts

Capacity
40 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (888) 682-5933
7536 Haverford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19151
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00260556
License Issued
Jul 19, 2026
Active Through
Jul 19, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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Community Development Services is a Child Care Center in Philadelphia PA, with a maximum capacity of 40 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-15 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2025-04-23 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2024-03-27 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, the staff did not know the names and whereabouts of the children in their assigned group.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff assigned groups will be posted for each group with a dry erase board and children cards. All teachers will be responsible to acknowledge arrivals and departures by updating the list accordingly. Staff will also maintain children cards throughout the day. Director will check cards and group assignments hourly.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, child#3, #4,#5,and #7, did not have the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on the individual child's emergency contact form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will review all paperwork with the enrolling parent. Child#3, #4,#5,and #7 are no longer enrolled at the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, child#2, #3,#5,and #7, did not have the address of the child's designated individual by the parent to whom the child may be released to.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will review all paperwork with the enrolling parent. All missing information will be completed and updated. Child#2, #3,#5,and #7 are no longer enrolled at the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.182(2) - Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(2)

Description: Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, child#3, #4,#5,and #7, did not have the admission date in the individual child's agreement form.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will review all paperwork with the enrolling parent. Director will complete all admission date on the child's first date of care. Child#3, #4,#5,and #7 are no longer enrolled at the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, child#1,#2, 3, and #5, did not have the signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child on the individual child's emergency contact form.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will review all paperwork with the enrolling parent. Child#1,#2, 3, and #5 are no longer enrolled at the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.182(4) - Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(4)

Description: Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, child#1,#2, 3, and #5, did not have the signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs on the individual child's emergency contact form.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will review all paperwork with the enrolling parent. Child#1,#2, 3, and #5 are no longer enrolled at the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, child#1, #2, 3, and #5, did not have the signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the individual child's emergency contact form.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will review all paperwork with the enrolling parent. Child#1, #2, 3, and #5 is no longer enrolled at the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(6)

Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, child#1, #2, 3, and #5, did not have the signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading for the child on the individual child's emergency contact form.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will review all paperwork with the enrolling parent. Child#1, #2, 3, and #5 are no longer enrolled at the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.191 - Individual Records Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, the staff #4 and #2 did not have a individual record which is required for each facility person.

Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will obtain all documents from staff #2 and #4. All staff will be removed from employment. Staff #4 and #2 are no longer employed at the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iii) - Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, the staff #1,#2,#3 did not have their child care experience and education in their individual staff records.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will obtain all documents from staff #1, #2, and #3. All staff will be removed from employment. Staff #1 and #2 are no longer employed at the facility. Staff person #3 documents were obtained and placed in staff person file.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, the staff #1,#2,#3, and #4 did not have two written references in their individual staff records.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will obtain all documents from staff #1, #2,#3, and #4. All staff will be removed from employment. Staff # 3 documents were obtained and placed in the file. staff #1,#2, and #4 are no longer employed.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, during the renewal inspection, the staff #1 did not have their FBI, NSOR, disclosure statement and mandated reporting training. Staff #2 did not have the police state clearance, FBI, Child Abuse clearance, disclosure statement and mandated reporting training. in their records. Staff #3 did not have a police state clearance. Staff #4 did not have state police clearance, FBI, NSOR, and mandated reporting training.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1,#2, #3, #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1,#2,#3, and #4 no longer work at facility. All staff will be removed from employment.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: During the Initial Inspection on 12/7/22, In the Play Space area the couch had protruding nails and the side panel was loose.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs prior to the issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS removed couch
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During Initial Inspection on 12/7/22 The file of Staff person # 1 and Staff person #2 did not contain an initial staff health assessment.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Assessment was completed and placed in file.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: During Initial inspection on 12/7/22 there were no TB screening on file for Staff person 1 and Staff person #2.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department prior the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Test results was placed in staff files.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the Initial inspection on 12/7/22 The files of Staff person #1 and Staff person # 2, did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee references were placed in file
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.27(a) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the Initial Inspection on 12/9/22, facility was unable to provide an emergency plan.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS will have a emergency plan posted.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: On 12/7/22 during Initial Inspection, there was no evidence that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 were trained on the facility's emergency plan at initial hire.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility prior to the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS posted emergency plan and go over plan with each and every staff member once hired. Staff 1 and staff 2 are trained on Emergency plan.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Bachelor's + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Bachelor's + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection on 12/7/22 the file on Staff person #2 did not contain 1 year of childcare experience in order to qualify for the position they were hired for.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS will make sure all experience and paperwork is placed in file at all times. Bachelor's degree is in file.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 12/7/22 the file of Staff person # 1 did not contain verification of 2 years of childcare experience in order to qualify for the position that they were hired for.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS placed experience in file. As well as diploma.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: On 12/9/22 during the Initial Inspection, there were missing outlet covers in unused outlets in both bathrooms on the lower level and on the upper level. Outlet covers were missing in the unused 6 prong surge protector located on the side wall near long table. Outlet covers were missing near the "CDS" banner in the front main space.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person will check everyday to make sure all outlets are covered and building is safe for children. Covers are on all unused outlets
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During the Initial Inspection on 12/7/22, hand sanitizer was present on the table by the front entrance accessible to the children. -Plug in air freshener was in outlet in the room with the ramp

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children prior to the issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS will make sure all toxic materials is under lock and key.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During Initial Inspection on 12/7/22, Craft paint was located on shelf in the large child space area near the ramp.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS will make sure all toxic materials is under lock and key.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: During the Initial Inspection on 12/7/22, There was no first aid kit located in the play space area room.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a childcare space prior to the issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS will make sure first aid kits are located in each childcare space. First aid kit is in play space
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During the Initial Inspection on 12/7/22, the First Aid Kit located in the child space area, was missing soap.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves prior to the issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS put soap in first aid kit.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: -During the Initial Inspection on 12/7/22, In bathrooms 1 and 2 on the lower level and in the bathrooms 3 and 4 located on the upper levels had dust on each of the ventilation covers. - There was an orange long cord that was hanging from the ceiling that was used for the projector in the large child space area. - In the walk-in closet area located in the play space, there were numerous protruding nails that were sticking out and accessible to children. - -There were stained ceiling tiles near main entrance by the windows, in the Play Area space near the back closet area and in the Lower Level first bathroom. - The rug at the beginning of the ramp area was torn. - There was dirt and debris located on both window ledges near entrance of the facility. - Near the front window in large child space area, there was a loose landline box with loose wires that is accessible to children. -In plays pace area there was a loose black box by the tables. -In the lower-level bathroom there was a loose fire alarm that was hanging off of wall. -Tables, chairs, a water cooler, and two large storage bins were present in the play space area which created an unsafe space for gross motor activity.

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 prior to the issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS Repaired rug, cleaned windows, repaired telephone landline, repaired fire alarm and removed all unsafe items from childcare center.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.82(e) - Toilet and sinks proper height Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(e)

Description: Toilet and sinks proper height

Noncompliance Area: During the Initial Inspection visit on 12/7/22, In each of the bathrooms located on the lower level in large child space area and in both bathrooms located on the upper level near play space area, did not have stepstools.

Correction Required: Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps prior to the issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS placed stools under each sink, so children have no problem in reaching sink or toilets.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: -During the Initial Inspection on 12/7/22, In both bathrooms on the lower level and upper level, the toilet paper holders were loose and rusty. - In the second bathroom on the lower level located inside the sink, the drain holder and drain pull stopper were rusty.

Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair prior to the issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS removed rusty toilet paper holders Drain pull stoppers were removed.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: During the Initial Inspection on 12/7/22, In each of the bathrooms on lower level, upper level and sink in the Play area space, the handwashing signs did not include the written requirement "wash his hands after toileting and before eating."

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility prior to the issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS installed new handwashing signs that reads child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating.
2022-12-07 Initial review 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: During the Initial Inspection on 12/7/22, In both bathrooms on the lower level and upper level the play space area as well as in the childcare there were no trashcans with lids.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle prior to the issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CDS replaced all trashcans, with trashcan lids

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