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Dorothy Dawkins Family Child Care Home

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

Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 247-0833
Thouron Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19150
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00249571
License Issued
Jan 24, 2026
Active Through
Jan 24, 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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DOROTHY DAWKINS FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME is a Family Child Care in PHILADELPHIA PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. It is open Monday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

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

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-10-09 Renewal 3290.124(e) - Updated every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(e)

Description: Updated every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the record of child #2 had an emergency contact form which had not been updated in a 6-month period.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents of child #2 will update the record of child #2 had an emergency contact form that is initialed and verified as updated.
2025-10-09 Renewal 3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1)

Description: Updated toddler/preschool 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.)
Operator will update the record of child #1 with a current valid health assessment.
2025-10-09 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the operator attempted to demonstrate the operability of the interconnected fire /smoke detection system, and it was not functioning as interconnected.

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 operator 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.)
Operator will have the fire safety professional assist in getting the interconnected fire/smoke detection system operable again.
2024-10-21 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2023-11-17 Renewal 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 did not have the written consents required prior to admission.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must 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.)
Provider will update the record of child #1 with the written consents required prior to admission.
2022-11-22 Renewal 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.105(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: On 11/22/22, during renewal inspection, 2 pack n plays were not labeled for the individual use of a specific child.

Correction Required: (a) Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider placed tape with each child's name on the pack n plays during the inspection.
2022-11-22 Renewal 3290.134(a)/3290.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.134(a)/3290.152

Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: On 11/22/22, during renewal inspection, Staff #1 was observed changing two diapers. Staff #1 did not ensure the child's hands were washed after being diapered. Additionally, Staff #1 did not wash hands after diapering.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. 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.)
Provider washed hands after diapering the second child. Provider will ensure child hands are washed after each diaper change. Provider will wash own hands after diapering children.
2022-11-22 Renewal 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: On 11/22/22, during renewal inspection, toilet bowl cleaner was observed in an unlocked sink cabinet accessible to children in the bathroom.

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.)
The toilet bowl cleaner was removed during the inspection and placed on a shelf inaccessible to children.
2021-12-08 Renewal 3290.107(c) - No styrofoam Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.107(c)

Description: No styrofoam

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/21, during renewal inspection, Styrofoam bowls used for school meals were observed at the facility.

Correction Required: Styrofoam cups and plates may not be used.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has plastic - washable bowls at the facility. Plastic bowls will be used in place of Styrofoam ones.
2021-12-08 Renewal 3290.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: On 12/8/21, during renewal inspection, evacuation routes were not posted on the first and second floor of the facility. (Evacuation route was posted only on lower level where the children receive care)

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Evacuation routes were drawn and posted for the first and second floor of the facility.

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