Skip to main content
Family Child Care ✓ Licensed

For The Love Of Kids

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
N 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Advertisement

Quick Facts

Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
2

Missing details such as transportation or rates? Suggest an update to help other families.

Contact Information

📞 (267) 324-3657
N 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19132
Get Directions →
Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00248203
License Issued
Jan 2, 2026
Active Through
Jan 2, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

Reviews

Write a Review

Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about For The Love Of Kids. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.

Review Policy: ChildcareCenter.us does not actively screen or monitor user reviews, nor do we verify or edit content. Reviews reflect only the opinion of the writer. We ask that users follow our review guidelines. Providers are welcome to respond to parental reviews, however we ask that they identify themselves as the provider.

About the Provider

Advertisement
FOR THE LOVE OF KIDS 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

Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.

Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-17 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2025-11-05 Renewal 3290.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 11.05.25, the record reviewed for Child #1 did not include fee agreement documentation.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will submit fee agreement documentation by 11.20.25.
2024-12-17 Renewal 3290.95(b) - Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(b)

Description: Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12.17.24, the fire alarm system installed was not interconnected via hardware or Bluetooth connectivity that allowed for communication between smoke alarms.

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met. The smoke alarms in family childcare homes must be interconnected, via hardwire, Bluetooth connectivity or any other means that allow for communication between smoke alarms. 35 P.S. § 1223.6(f.1)(1.1).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will purchase and install fire alarm system with interconnected communication between alarms by 12.17.24
2023-11-15 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2023-03-08 Renewal 3290.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 3/8/23, there were multiple sippy cups that were not labelled with the children's names.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All sippy cups are now labeled with the Childs name.
2023-03-08 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: During the renewal inspection on 3/8/23, the provider had a bottle of Granite and Stone cleaner that was accessible to the children in the kitchen area.

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.)
Bottle of granite and stone cleaner was removed from countertop and placed in locked cabinet where children can not access.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3290.73(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.73(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 3/8/23, the first aid kit did not have tape.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will put the correct medical tape in the first aid kits
2023-03-08 Renewal 3290.74(a) - Requirements Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.74(a)

Description: Requirements

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 3/8/23, there was a mop and mop bucket in the outdoor play space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The broom and mop bucket was removed from outdoor play area.
2022-05-27 Renewal 3290.74(a) - Requirements Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.74(a)

Description: Requirements

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 5/27/22, THERE WAS A BLUE TARP IN THE OUTSIDE PLAY AREA THAT WAS NOT SECURED AND SHARP STEEL GRATING ON THE METAL FENCE THAT WAS IN POOR REPAIR. BOTH POSED AS VISIBLE HAZARDS.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The blue tarp that was not secured in the outdoor play area was removed from the fence, the sharp steel grating was also removed from the gate.
2021-09-20 Unannounced Monitoring Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

Advertisement

Ask the Community

Connect, seek advice, share knowledge.

Considering Home Daycare?

Helpful Resources

Home Daycare vs. Child Care Centers
Read article →
Questions to Ask During a Tour
Read article →
Licensing Guide
Read article →
Is this your listing? Keep it accurate for families searching nearby.
Suggest an Update
Advertisement