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Ecole Francaise Internationale De Philadelphie

Bala Cynwyd, PA · Montgomery County
150 N Highland Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
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Capacity
145 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
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Contact Information

📞 (610) 667-1284
150 N Highland Ave
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00251422
License Issued
Feb 3, 2026
Active Through
Feb 3, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 17

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ECOLE FRANCAISE INTERNATIONALE DE PHILADELPHIE is a Child Care Center in BALA CYNWYD PA, with a maximum capacity of 145 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:45 AM - 5:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:45 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday7:45 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday7:45 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday7:45 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday7:45 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has obtained the release authorization form school 2025/23026 which specifies the designated people for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #5 did not contain an admission date.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has submitted the specified enrollment/re-enrollment agreement for child #1, #2, #3 and #5 indicating their admission date.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records o child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not contain the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

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.)
Documents were obtained for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 with the name and address for each child's physician.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not contain health insurance coverage and policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has obtained the medical information 2025-2026 that contains the health insurance coverage and policy numbers for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.131(d)(5) - Health information/Immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(d)(5)

Description: Health information/Immunization record

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/256, it was observed that the records of child #3did not include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The records of child #4 and child #5 did not include an initial health report and a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.

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 health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has obtained child #3's record of immunization. Provider will obtain health records and records of immunization for child #4 and #5
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that Staff person #1 and staff person #4 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 1 & Staff person #4 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: staff person #1; Mandated Reporter training, health & safety training Parts 1 & 2 and staff person #4; Pediatric First Aid & CPR, Mandated Reporter training and Health & Safety Parts 1 & 2.

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.)
Staff person #1 has completed the health & safety training part 1 and is in process of completing part 2 and mandated reporter training. Staff person #4 is no longer working at the childcare program
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.

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. 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.)
Provider has obtained the medical information for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 stating on the top the parent consent for emergency medical care and the administration of first aid
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.191 - Individual Records Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that there was no individual record for staff person #4 and staff person #5.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #4 and #5 are not employed by the childcare program.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain an acceptable verification of education.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has submitted education documents for verification through PA Keys
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25 it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain an updated Pediatric First Aid & CPR training. Document dated 11/14/23.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 has completed the required Pediatric first Aid & CPR training. Please see attached
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of staff person # 2 and staff person #3 did not include current fire safety training. Training dated 3/19/2024 respectively.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 & #3 will complete the fire safety training February 2026 by the lower Merion Fire Department
2025-12-16 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: During the renewal inspection starting 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain the correct child Abuse clearance. Document presented was a volunteer clearance. Documents submitted for Staff person #4 and staff person #5 did not meet provisional hire requirements. Documents submitted were PA State Police for Staff #4 & #5 and Child Abuse for Staff person #4 and application for child Abuse for staff person #5..

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2, #4, and #5 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 person #2 completed the correct child Abuse clearance. Staff person #4 and #5 no longer work for the childcare
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that there was no annual Inspection of the fire detection system presented. The fire extinguishers displayed an inspection date of August 2024.

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Please find the inspection and testing form for the fire detection system dated 6/18/25.
2024-12-11 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/11/24, it was observed that there was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed conspicuously in every childcare space.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every childcare space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A written emergency plan has been written and posted in childcare spaces.
2024-12-11 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not include a health assessment. The records of staff person #5 did not include a health assessment and Tuberculosis screening.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #4 has submitted the health care assessment form and is awaiting the doctor's completion. Staff person #5 has completed the required Tuberculosis screening and health assessment.
2024-12-11 Renewal 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: Durning the renewal inspection on 12/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include Pediatric First Aid & CPR training and the records of staff person #2 did not include the correct Pediatric First Aid & CPR training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 completed pediatric First Aid & CPR training. Staff person #2 completed training will have to get Pediatric First Aid & CPR training and will have to work supervised until she gets it.
2024-12-11 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: During the renewal inspection on 12/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include the correct PA State police Criminal record and child Abuse clearances for an AGS as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not contain Out of State clearances as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #4 and staff person #5 did not include the correct Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance (FBI) and the National Sex Offender Registry Certificate (NSOR) as required by the CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2, #3, #4 & #5 may not work in a childcare 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 person #2 is currently on winter vacation and will provide the correct PA State Police record check and child Abuse before returning to work. Staff person #3 has completed the out of state required clearances. Staff person #4 has applied for the required out of state clearances and staff person#4 & #5 have applied for the NSOR and they will not be working until they are received.
2023-11-29 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not include the child's arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The daily arrival and departure time for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 have been highlighted .
2023-11-29 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician.

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.)
The medical information sheet for 2023-2024 for students #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 include the physician's required information.
2023-11-29 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5)/3270.124(b)(6) - Information re: special needs/Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)/3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Information re: special needs/Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not include information on the child's special needs and health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The medical information sheet for 2023-2024 for students #1, #@, #3, #4, and #5 include the child's special needs and health insurance coverage and the policy number.
2023-11-29 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the Health and safety 1-hour update as required by the CCDBG.

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.)
Staff person #1 completed the health and safety 1-hr update as required by the CCDBG.
2023-11-29 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an updated health assessment. Document dated 3/24/21.

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 child care 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 completed an updated health assessment on 1/3/24
2023-11-29 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

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. 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.)
The medical information sheet 2023-2024 for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 include signed parental consent for emergency medical care and first aid care.
2023-11-29 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of staff person 2 and staff person #3 did not include acceptable verification of education. Education documents not in English.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The records for staff person #2 and #3 have been translated to English for education verification by a certified staff member.
2023-11-29 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: During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not contain the correct DHS Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance. The records of staff person #4 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance and the correct PA State Criminal record clearance and the correct child Abuse clearance as required by the CPSL for an Aide. Clearances submitted were volunteer clearances.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 3 and #4 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 person #3 received the correct DHS FBI clearance. Staff person #4 received the correct PA state criminal and child abuse clearance and has applied for the NSOR clearance.
2022-09-20 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2022-04-06 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility persons #1,2,3, and 4did not obtain annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will ensure that all facility persons obtain annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

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