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Little Hands Childcare Academy Llc

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
S 58th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
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Quick Facts

Capacity
11 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 980-0638
S 58th St
Philadelphia, PA 19139
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00257195
License Issued
Jun 12, 2026
Active Through
Jun 12, 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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Little Hands Childcare Academy Llc is a Family Child Care in Philadelphia PA, with a maximum capacity of 11 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday5:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Tuesday5:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Wednesday5:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Thursday5:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Friday5:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-27 Renewal 3280.107(c) - No styrofoam Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.107(c)

Description: No styrofoam

Noncompliance Area: During lunchtime at 11:15 AM, children were observed using Styrofoam cups and plates.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will purchase plastic plates and cups as soon as possible to replace Styrofoam.
2026-05-27 Renewal 3280.121(a) - Review policies and procedures Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.121(a)

Description: Review policies and procedures

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the provider was asked to present a sample parent application packet, but it did not include information such as daily schedule, hours of operation, clothing, health, supervision, and dismissal policies, and pick-up arrangements.

Correction Required: The operator shall review with the parent, at the time of application, the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will review my parent handbook for required information then email the certification representative a copy. If required information is missing, it will be updated to include all components required in 3280.121 (a).
2026-05-27 Renewal 3280.133(4) - Locked Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.133(4)

Description: Locked

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, it was observed that a child # 1 prescription medication was inside child's bag and stored in the cubby space provided to children.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The medication pertaining to child # 1 will be removed from the cubby/backpack and locked in the storage closet.
2026-05-27 Renewal 3280.95(b) - Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(b)

Description: Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, the provider stated that children were enrolled in February 2026 but have not conducted a fire drill yet.

Correction Required: 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.)
A fire drill will be conducted and written proof of the log will be sent to certification representative.
2025-12-09 Initial review 3280.14 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have the required shaken baby syndrome policy. 1. Shaken baby syndrome sign/symptoms 2. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 3. Prevention/identification of maltreatment

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have created a complete Shaken Baby Syndrome/ Abusive Head Trauma policy that includes definition of SBS/AHT, signs & symptoms, strategies for crying/ fussing & distraught children. Lastly a prevention/ identification of maltreatment policy has been created & posted in a visible area for parents & staff to see.
2025-12-09 Initial review 3280.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not include acceptable verification of experience.

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 facility has obtained the required documentation.
2025-12-09 Initial review 3280.26(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility has updated the Emergency Plan to include specific accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. The revised plan now outlines Procedures for safely evacuating and transporting infants and toddlers (including use of evacuation cribs, infant carriers, and staff-to-child assignment).
2025-12-09 Initial review 3280.26(d) - Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(d)

Description: Plan posted

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that a copy of the facility's emergency plan was not posted.

Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct this violation, the facility has posted the complete Emergency Plan in a visible and accessible location within the center as required. The Emergency Plan is now displayed near the main entrance/parent communication area so that staff, parents, and visitors can easily view it at all times. This correction has been completed immediately.
2025-12-09 Initial review 3280.62(a) - Large muscle space provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.62(a)

Description: Large muscle space provided

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the facility does not have a play space.

Correction Required: A facility shall provide outdoor or indoor play space to be used for large muscle activity which includes running, jumping, climbing and riding.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct this violation, the facility has designated and prepared a safe, age-appropriate indoor/outdoor play space specifically for large-muscle activity, including running, jumping, climbing, and riding. The space has been cleared, measured, and arranged to ensure adequate square footage per child and safe movement.

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