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Julia Ward Howe School

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
5800 N 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19141
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Quick Facts

Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

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5800 N 13th St
Philadelphia, PA 19141
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00258740
License Issued
Aug 18, 2026
Active Through
Aug 18, 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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Julia Ward Howe School is a Child Care Center in Philadelphia PA. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday–Friday

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: On June 2, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form did not contain physician information

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.)
Child does not have a physician or source of medical care.
2026-06-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: On June 2, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of Child #3 and Child #4 did not contain evidence of health insurance information

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.)
Requested information for Child 3 and Child 4 is being provided.
2026-06-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: On June 2, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 did not contain evidence of release persons information

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.)
Requested information for Child 1, 2, 3 is being provided.
2026-06-02 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: On June 2, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form and fee agreement for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 did not contain evidence of being reviewed and 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.)
Requested information for Child 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 is being provided. Parents/Guardians reviewed and updated all forms
2026-06-02 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Health information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: On June 2, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #3 did not contain evidence of an initial health assessment

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.)
An initial health assessment dating from 2024 was found in the child's file.
2026-06-02 Renewal 3270.131(e)(2)(i) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(2)(i)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: On June 2, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #2 did not contain a written letter signed and dated by the parent objecting to immunizations for personal beliefs, the health assessment on file stated parent refused immunizations

Correction Required: Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
letter is being provided.
2026-06-02 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: On June 2, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of Child #2, Child #3 and Child #4 did not contain evidence of written parental consent for administration of minor first aid and obtaining emergency medical care

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.)
Information is being provided. Parents/Guardians will sign and update emergency contact form
2025-05-29 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: On May 29, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #2 did not contain evidence of 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 completed training on June 4, 2025.
2025-05-29 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: On May 29, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of a NSOR clearance

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Staff Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will obtain a NSOR clearance, Staff #1 will not work in a child care position at the facility until NSOR clearance is obtained.
2025-02-13 Initial review Initial review Compliant - Finalized

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