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Little Tinkers Daycare

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
Marlow St, Philadelphia, PA 19124
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Quick Facts

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

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 833-0894
Marlow St
Philadelphia, PA 19124
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00247330
License Issued
Dec 14, 2025
Active Through
Dec 14, 2026
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 TINKERS DAYCARE is a Family Child Care in PHILADELPHIA PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. 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

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-10-21 Renewal 3290.111(a) - Written plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.111(a)

Description: Written plan

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/21/2025 there was not 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.

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.)
I hung up a daily plan on the wall
2025-10-21 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/21/2025 child #1 file did not include the health insurance medical coverage policy number information on the emergency contact form.

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.)
I contacted the mother of the child and asked her to send the child's health insurance information. The mom gave the information to me on 10/23/2025. I added the policy number on the emergency contact form.
2025-10-21 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/21/2025 child # 1 file was missing the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on the emergency contact form.

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.)
I had mom look over all of her enrollment paperwork. I asked ger to write down an address for her emergency contact.
2025-10-21 Renewal 3290.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)

Description: Within 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/21/2025 child #2 did not contain a health report in their file.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child 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.)
Parent was told to bring in the child's health assessment. The parent was told that the child couldn't attend until I received that document.
2025-10-21 Renewal 3290.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/21/2025 Staff #1 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #1 did not handwash child's hands after being diapered.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I took the online training titled "PA required Health and Safety training for family childcare Part 1". In the training diaper changing was discussed, they went over the proper steps and the importance of hand washing.
2025-10-21 Renewal 3290.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.135(b)

Description: Surfaces cleaned

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/21/2025 Staff #1 did not clean the diaper changing surfaces after diapering by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface coverings.

Correction Required: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I took the online training titled "PA required Health and Safety training for family childcare Part 1". In the training diaper changing was discussed, they went over the proper steps and the importance/ difference of clean sanitizing and disinfecting.
2025-10-21 Renewal 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.63

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/21/2025 in the bathroom there was a missing electrical outlet cover in the bathroom where it's accessible to children.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I covered the outlet with an outlet cover
2025-10-21 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: Observed 10/21/2025 in the bathroom there was hair spray, lotions and other personal items in the bathroom that were labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" located in the storage bin next to the sink unlocked and not made inaccessible to children.

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.)
All items were taken out of the daycare space.
2025-10-21 Renewal 3290.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/21/2025 evacuation routes were not posted in the facility.

Correction Required: Evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I hung the center's emergency evacuation plan in each room. Each plan shows how to navigate to the nearest exit.
2024-10-08 Renewal 3290.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/8/2024 Staff #1 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #1 did not handwash child #1 hands after being diapered.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I watched a training video on Better Kid Care titled "Infant-Toddler Care": Daily Routines. I took the training on Diapering.
2024-10-08 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/8/2024 fire detection system has not been tested. Fire detection shall manually test all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days, demonstrating the system is operable and maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.

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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I hung the fire drill paper on the wall by the emergency kit bag. This will allow me to remember to fill out the log each time I have a fire drill.
2023-10-16 Renewal 3290.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/16/2023 Child #2 file was missing the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released to on the agreement form.

Correction Required: 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.)
I will ensure that all fields on the agreement form in filled out by the parent. I had mom write in the emergency designated person that the child may be released to on the agreement form.
2023-10-16 Renewal 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/16/2022 Child # 1 file were missing a review and update on the emergency contact information at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

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.)
I sat with mom and had her review and update the emergency contact form.
2023-10-16 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: Observed 10/16/2023 in the bathroom the cabinet below the sink there was cleaning products (pine sol) in reach of children and not locked and made inaccessible to children.

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.)
I purchased a lock to lock the cabinet. I applied the lock to the cabinet, in order to keep all toxins out of the reach of children.
2022-10-11 Renewal 3290.111(a)/3290.111(b) - Written plan/Posted in area used by parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.111(a)/3290.111(b)

Description: Written plan/Posted in area used by parents

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/11/2022 a written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted in a traffic area used by parents nor in childcare space. A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group

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. The written plan of daily activities and routines shall be posted in a traffic area used by parents.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I posted the daily activities in display it was corrected and posted in the daycare space when parents can see.

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