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Little Wise Owls

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
4501 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124
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Quick Facts

Capacity
44 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 613-8099
4501 Castor Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00247331
License Issued
Nov 8, 2025
Active Through
Nov 8, 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 Wise Owls is a Child Care Center in Philadelphia PA, with a maximum capacity of 44 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Tuesday12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Wednesday12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Thursday12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Friday12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Saturday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Sunday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-09-22 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/22/2025 child #2 were missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file was dated 9/5/2024.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have meet with child 2 parent to provided updated health report for child. Parents has until 10/7/2025 to submit. We have informed parent that we cannot accept child back in school until received.
2025-09-22 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/22/2025 child #1 were missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file was dated 7/3/2024.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 1 parent was contacted to submit updated Health report on 9/22/2025. Parent brought report during child 1 pick up. We updated child 2 file accordantly.
2025-09-22 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/22/2025 Staff #1 did not contain completed DHS required FBI and PA State Criminal Police clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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 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.)
Had a meeting with staff person and went over the process that needed to be done to correct their FBI clearence. They were advice that until proper documentation was received and approved by the office they could not work directly with children. Staff person did their due diligence and followed protocol. Staff person will be allowed to come back to their position once updated clearance is received and approved.
2025-09-22 Renewal 3270.71/3270.76 - Heat Source/Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.71/3270.76

Description: Heat Source/Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/22/2025 in bathroom 2 the heaters and hot water pipes do not have a protect covering that prevent direct contact from children placing their hands or other items on or around the heaters.

Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have covered all pipes in bathroom 2 with protection foam.
2025-09-22 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/22/2025 in classroom #2 soap was missing in their first aid kit.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have thrown away the liquid wash in question and replaced with a bar of soap.
2024-09-18 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/18/2024 child #2 was missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file dated 7/12/2023.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child/children were not enrolled at this time.
2024-09-18 Renewal 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/18/2024 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.)
Director will retrain staff or proper changing technique and handwashing.
2024-09-18 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/18/2024 staff #2 file did not contain verification of acceptable education or transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will make sure all the necessary documents noted when employed are accurate and in all employee files.
2024-09-18 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/18/2024. Staff #1 file did not contain completed DHS required Child Abuse on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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 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.)
Director will ensure that child abuse clearance, when applied for purpose is employment.
2024-07-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/29/2024 staff #1 and 5 was missing a health assessment in their 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 provided the correct health assessment that was needed for files. Staff #5 has been terminated.
2024-07-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(iii)/3270.192(2)(iv) - Exp, educ., training at facility/Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility/Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/29/2024 staff # 1,3 and 5 files did not contain verification of acceptable education or a transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. 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.)
Staff #1 brought copies of their diploma. Diploma was placed in staff files. Staff #3 and 5 were terminated. LWO's will ensure all DHS required documents are placed in files, within 45 days of hire.
2024-07-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/29/2024 Staff # 1 2, ,3 and 5 files did not contain 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.)
Staff #1 and 2 was able to provide two written copies of non-family references to be places in their files. Staff #3 &5 has been terminated.
2024-07-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/29/2024 staff #1-5 have not been trained on the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1,2 and 4 was trained on the emergency plan. As well as documented in files. In the future all staff will be trained at the time of initial employment and on annual basis. Staff #3 and 5 has been terminated.
2024-07-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) - Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/29/2024 Staff #1 has not completed the following required pre-service Health and Safety training within 90 days of their date of hire. (See LIS Code Sheet).

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 completed the full health and safety training.
2024-07-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/29/2024. Staff #1,2 and 5 files did not contain completed DHS required Child Abuse and FBI on file. Staff #1,5 and 3 files did not contain the required NSOR clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1,2, 4 and 5 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 disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1,2 4, and 5 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1,2 and 4 files have completed required child abuse and FBI on file. Staff #1 and 4 files now contain required NSOR on file. We still will follow up and follow through with all applied mandated trainings and clearances to meet DHS requirement within 45 days of hire. Staff #3 and 5 has been terminated.

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