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Delightful Darlings Daycare

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19150
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Quick Facts

Capacity
12 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (267) 766-5176
Forrest Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19150
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00256254
License Issued
Jul 14, 2026
Active Through
Jul 14, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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DELIGHTFUL DARLINGS DAYCARE is a Family Child Care in PHILADELPHIA PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

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

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-04-17 Renewal 3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 was lacking a current valid health assessment.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent of child #1 was contacted and made aware of the missing assessment. Parent reported that physical had been completed - but only requested immunization record. Parent sent proof that she has paid for and will receive documentation by 4/24/26. Child #1 will remain out of daycare until health assessment has been returned.
2026-04-17 Renewal 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 and child #2 did not have the required review and update of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period.

Correction Required: 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.)
Parents were notified after inspection about what is required.
2026-04-17 Renewal 3280.31(e)/3280.192(2)(iii) - Age and training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(e)/3280.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking the certification of the annual 12 clock hours of child care training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training. 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.)
All trainings have been completed as of 4/19/2026.
2025-04-25 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2024-04-12 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: At the time of the inspection the records of child # and #2 (both enrolled over 61 days) were lacking current valid health assessments.

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.)
Both children have turned in forms and copies are currently in the file; copies have been sent to DHS representative.
2024-04-12 Renewal 3280.31(e) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(e)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the records of staff person #1 and #2 did not have the proof of the annual 12 clock hours of child care training.

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.)
Two trainings have been completed for Staff1 (Doreen Williams). Staff now has 13 hours of training for April 2023-April2024. Staff #2 is no longer employed as a substitute staff for DDD.
2024-04-12 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #2 was lacking a complete FBI clearance as well as a complete disclosure statement.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff now has the FBI Clearance in the file as well as electronically on the daycare Ipad.
2023-05-18 Renewal 3280.131(a) - Health Information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(a)

Description: Health Information

Noncompliance Area: On 5/18/23, at time of renewal, Child #2 health assessment did not contain the date of the physical exam.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will obtain an updated health assessment with the date of Child #2 physical.
2023-05-18 Renewal 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e) - Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)

Description: Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: On 5/18/23, at time of renewal, Child #1, #2, #3 and #4 have been enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days. Child #1, #2, #3 and #4 immunization records did not contain documentation of annual influenza vaccine as recommended by the ACIP.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will request proof of annual influenza vaccine or will obtain a letter of exemption from the parent stating the reason the vaccine was not given.
2023-05-18 Renewal 3280.14 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations

Noncompliance Area: On 5/18/23, at time of renewal, Staff #1, #2 and #3 files did not contain the one hour Health & Safety Training Update required by OCDEL.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will complete the one hour Health & Safety Update as required by OCDEL.
2023-05-18 Renewal 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: On 5/18/23, during renewal inspection, Staff #3 file did not contain results of FBI clearance as required by CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #3 will not work at the facility until FBI results are obtained. Results dated 6/27/22 were obtained on 5/21/23 and forwarded to cert rep.
2023-05-18 Renewal 3280.91(c) - Door opens in at landing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.91(c)

Description: Door opens in at landing

Noncompliance Area: On 5/18/23, at time of renewal, an open door located in the kitchen leading directly into a stairwell to the lower level was not restricted to prevent children from falling.

Correction Required: If a door or doorway opens or exits directly into a stairwell and if there is no landing beyond the door or doorway, the door shall be restricted from opening or shall be removed and a secure barrier to prevent access to the stairwell shall be erected.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider ordered a gate for the top of the steps to prevent a child from falling down the steps. When the door is not closed, the gate will be erected.
2022-06-22 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: On 6/22/22, an updated health report was not observed in the file belonging to Child #1. The last health report was dated 5/28/21.

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.)
Child's health record was received on 6/28/2022 from parent-hand delivered.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.152 - Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: On 6/22/22, Staff #1 did not wash hands after diapering a child.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All facility persons will wash hands before meals, snacks, after toileting and diapering, and after cleaning noses.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: On 6/22/22, Staff #2 and Staff #3 have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Persons #2 and #3 must do one of the following; provide documentation that the trainer has become PQAS certified or at least is on the waiting list, request the instructor provide documentation, such as their Pediatric First Aid/CPR Instructor card from the PQAS approved organization or the approved curriculum organization, that the instructor is approved to offer Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on behalf of their organization, OR receive pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum by a PQAS certified trainer.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: On 6/22/22, Staff #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training from a PQAS approved curriculum and trainer within 90 days of hire: Pediatric Frist Aid and CPR, 3280.31(f)(10)

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will have until July 8, 2022 to complete required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised when interacting with children by a staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.52(c)/3280.113(a)(1) - Mixed age levels/Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.52(c)/3280.113(a)(1)

Description: Mixed age levels/Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 6/22/22, Staff #1 was out of ratio with 11 children (Youngest YT) while Staff #2 left the childcare space to obtain a bookbag located on the lower level classroom. Staff #2 was observed out of ratio with 11 children (youngest YT) while Staff #1 left the child care space to empty the training chair into the bathroom located on the second floor.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements at §3280.52(b). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. 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.)
Additional staff have been hired-one employee and one volunteer have since received all clearances except results of FBI. Mandated reporter trainings have been completed for both volunteer and staff, shaken baby syndrome trainings, letters of recommendations, and required CPR trainings by a PQAS certified trainer (Dickerson & Associates).
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: On 6/22/22, an electrical power strip containing uncovered outlets, was observed accessible to children on the kitchen floor.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will use protective covers to cover all electrical outlets not in use.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: On 6/22/22, diaper cream instructing to keep out of reach of children was observed accessible to children under the diaper changing area. Cleaning products were observed under an unlocked cabinet under the kitchen sink. Hand sanitizer was observed accessible to children on the window sill in the front child care space, on a shelf and on the sofa located in the back child care space. Lysol cleaner was observed accessible to children on the back of the toilet located in the lower level bathroom. Paint primer was observed accessible to children on a table located on the second floor room.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All toxic materials have been removed from levels within the reach of the children. All toxic materials are either in a locked cabinet, closet, on top of high appliance. Cabinets now have locks they required adult opening with a magnetic key purchased and installed by a licensed home improvement contractor.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.67(d)/3280.81(b) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle/Training chair - sanitized Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.67(d)/3280.81(b)

Description: Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle/Training chair - sanitized

Noncompliance Area: On 6/22/22, a plastic lined receptacle was not observed at the diapering area in the front room. Additionally, urine stains were observed in the training chair located in the front room. The training chair located in the lower level bathroom was not emptied and sanitized after use.

Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.A training chair is not a flushing toilet. A training chair shall be emptied and sanitized after each use. An acceptable sanitizing solution is 1/4 cup of bleach combined with 1 gallon of water. A sanitizing solution shall be treated as a toxic.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All training chairs have been removed from classroom areas. Children will use one or both of bathrooms located in upper and lower levels. Toileting area will be cleaned and disinfected after each use. Lined trashcans are now placed in every room where there are children.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: On 6/22/22, equipment was observed obstructing the door used as an alternative means of exit in the lower level child care space (near the steps). Additionally, a riding toy was observed obstructing the alternate outdoor exit door, preventing the door from opening from the inside.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All equipment was removed from alternative rear door.
2022-06-22 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: On 6/22/22, no documentation of testing fire detection system every 30 days as required by Fire and Panic Act 62 was observed on file.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)). The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire detection system was tested on 6/22/22 during the inspection.

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