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Itza Bones Brown

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
HEGERMAN ST, Philadelphia, PA 19135
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Quick Facts

Capacity
12 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 205-7164
HEGERMAN ST
Philadelphia, PA 19135
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00252351
License Issued
Mar 1, 2026
Active Through
Mar 1, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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ITZA BONES BROWN 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
2026-01-08 Renewal 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 8, 2026, the records of children #1, 2, 4 and 5 did not contain child service reports.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3280.124(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will complete Child Service reports for all children and provide to parents.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3280.123(a)(4)/3280.123(a)(5) - Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(4)/3280.123(a)(5)

Description: Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 8, 2026, the agreement of child #3 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times, and did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. 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 will obtain the required information from the child's parent.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 8, 2026, the emergency contact information of child #3 did not include the health insurance 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 this information from the child's parent.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 8, 2026, the emergency contact form and financial agreements of children #4 and 5 were not updated at least once 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. 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.)
Provider has reviewed and updated the forms with the children's parents.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3280.171(b)/3280.171(c) - Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.171(b)/3280.171(c)

Description: Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 8, 2026, the safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes were not communicated in writing, or posted at a conspicuous location in the facility.

Correction Required: Safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes shall be appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility and communicated to the children and parents in writing. Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has created this policy, provided to parents, and posted in a conspicuous location.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3280.26(b) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(b)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 8, 2026, the emergency plan was not updated at least once annually (dated 2-15-24).

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has reviewed and updated the emergency plan.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3280.26(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 8, 2026, the operator was unable to verify that a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates were sent to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has sent updated emergency plan to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3280.31(e) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(e)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 8, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain documentation of an 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.)
Provider will complete 12 hours of annual childcare training.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3280.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 8, 2026, certification representative observed chipped paint in the bathroom, and on the wall outside of the bathroom.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has painted/repaired areas in need of repair.
2025-01-23 Renewal 3280.106 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.106

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 23, 2025, the thermometer in the refrigerator was not in working order.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has purchased a new thermometer and placed in refrigerator.
2025-01-23 Renewal 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 23, 2025, the record of child #1 did not contain a Child Service report.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3280.124(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has completed a Child Service report for each child and reviewed with parents.
2025-01-23 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on January 23, 2025, the emergency contact information of child #2 did not contain the address of the person/s designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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.)
Provider has obtained this information from the child's parent.
2025-01-23 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: During renewal inspection on January 23, 2025, the fire system was not interconnected, as required by ACT 62.

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.)
Provider has purchased an interconnected fire alarm system and will install.
2024-02-05 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on February 5, 2024, the emergency contact information of child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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.)
Provider will obtain this information from the child's parent.
2024-02-05 Renewal 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on February 5, 2024, provider did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child maltreatment policy and the emergency plan did not contain Continuity of Operations.

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.)
Provider will create a Continuity of Operations plan and Abusive Head Trauma/Child Maltreatment plan to be compliant with Federal and State laws and regulations.
2024-02-05 Renewal 3280.181(c)/3280.181(d) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos/Dated signature affixed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.181(c)/3280.181(d)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos/Dated signature affixed

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on February 5, 2024, the financial agreement of child #2 did not include a dated signature within 6 months.

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. Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain this information from the child's parent.
2024-02-05 Renewal 3280.26(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on February 5, 2024, provider did not have documentation of an annual emergency drill on file at the facility.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will practice an emergency drill annually and document date and time.
2024-02-05 Renewal 3280.26(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on February 5, 2024, a copy of the facility emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will send a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and county EMA.
2024-02-05 Renewal 3280.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on February 5, 2024, certification representative observed chipped paint in the main child care space.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will repaint the area.
2023-02-13 Renewal 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the file for staff #1, who was observed preparing and serving lunch to the facility children. Didi not have written proof of a recent health assessment on file.

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. 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 will be removed from duty until a new physical is on file.
2023-02-13 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 inspection, the file for staff #1, who was observed preparing and serving lunch to the facility children. Didi not have written proof of complying will all CPSL requirements on file.

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 may not work in a child care 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 NSOR, FBI, disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff person will be removed from employment until all CPSL requirements are met.
2022-01-24 Renewal 3280.76/3280.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.76/3280.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the gate in the rear of the facility needed to be repaired. The gate could pose a hazard to the children while in care.

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.Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The gate will be repaired and kept safe.

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