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Little Stars Daycare Center Inc

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
5837 N 2nd St # 5843, Philadelphia, PA 19120
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Quick Facts

Capacity
113 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 927-2005
5837 N 2nd St # 5843
Philadelphia, PA 19120
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00258209
License Issued
Sep 8, 2026
Active Through
Sep 8, 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 Stars Daycare Center Inc is a Child Care Center in Philadelphia PA, with a maximum capacity of 113 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Sunday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(c)

Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, it was observed that embedded equipment in the school age children's playground did not have the recommended amount of loose-fill per the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safey Commission.

Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider replaced the loose fill to meet the recommended level based on the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, it was observed that there were no labels on any of the rest equipment in the Infant Room. Also, there were 8 mats that were in need of repair/replacement in the older toddler room.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Took labels that were above each crib and placed them on each crib in infant area, replaced each mat that needed repairs with new ones.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, sleep mats in the Younger and Older Toddler classrooms were observed to have less than 2 feet of space on three sides.

Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Moved children according to DHS requirements/ 2 feet of space on 3 sides of each mat.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the thermometer in the refrigerator was observed at a temperature of 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

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.)
Replaced thermometer. It was /needed repair.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.111(a) - Written plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(a)

Description: Written plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, a written plan of the Daily Activities and Routines was not established and posted in the Infant Room.

Correction Required: A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Written Daily Plan was posted on the same day in front of (rep).
2026-06-08 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: At the time of inspection, emergency contact information in files for Children #1, 2 ,4, 6, and 7 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.)
Families noted addresses were the same as noted families addresses. Family noted this on emergency contacts (Child #6) noted no release persons at this time. Should be noted will update when there will be.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, two separate medications for Child #5 had expired in May 2026 and April 2026.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Discarded expired medication, I showed rep that the child no longer needed medication via her medical physical forms. Child's mother was contacted to give permission to discard medication.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.134(a)/3270.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)/3270.152

Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, Staff person #9 was observed completing a diaper change and did not wash her hands and did not wash Child #6's hands immediately following diaper change.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #9 received training on implementing and using proper handwashing practices during and after toileting and diapering times. Training - Your #1 priority; Keeping Children Healthy and Safe - CDA 1 S7 Health and Safety.
2026-06-08 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: At the time of inspection, policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment was not present. Noncompliance must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.

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.)
It is a copy located next to the Shelter in Place document on the main wall. Provider also included a copy in each classroom.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.178 - Transportation First Aid Kit Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.178

Description: Transportation First Aid Kit

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the First Aid Kits in the vehicle used to transport children was missing scissors.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider placed scissors in the vehicle first aid kit during the inspection.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, files for Child # 3 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Family signed noted area on emergency contact on 6-8-26 - Make sure families signed correctly on all DHS forms.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(6)

Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, files for Child #3 did not include signed parental consent for transportation.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Family signed note area on emergency contact on 6-8-26- Make sure family signs correctly on all required forms.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the files for Staff persons #1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 do not include two written nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To remain/stay in compliance with said code violations going forward by implementing required information at time of service (First two weeks of hire date.)
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, files for Staff Persons #1 and 7 did not show evidence of professional development training for pediatric first aid and CPR.

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.)
It was in the staff file but in the incorrect area.
2026-06-08 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: At the time of inspection, the file for Staff Persons #4 did not include documentation for annual fire safety training.

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.)
It was in the staff file in incorrect area.

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