L And M Childrens Learning Center Inc - Philadelphia PA Child Care Center

122 W TABOR RD , PHILADELPHIA PA 19120
(215) 455-1991

About the Provider

Description: Each child develops mentally, physically, socially and emotionally at their own pace. Children will learn at their own pace through active involvement with materials, with peers and adults. Our Teachers have teaching strategies that promote learning and growth.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00169836
  • Capacity: 61
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Languages Supported: English, Spanish
  • Schools Served: Philadelphia City - Escorted to/from school, Philadelphia City - Pick-Up service to/from school, Philadelphia City - Walking distance to school
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22
  • District Office Phone: (215) 382-4762 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2020-10-23 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(d) - No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: As a result of the investigation, it was verified that on 10/21/2020 staff person #1 used harsh and demeaning language towards children.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider suspended staff person#1 on 10/23/2020 for two days and required all staff to obtain professional development, and met with all staff on 10/23/2020 about professionalism in the workplace. Provider later terminated staff person #1 effective 11/3/2020.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/9/19 the cots in the Toddler A classroom A and a crib in the Infant classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.

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.)
Provider will meet will all staff to ensure that they know that all rest equipment must have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use. All rest equipment in the facility will have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/9/19 the file record for child # 3 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the file record for child # 3 to include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. All file records for children will include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.131(d)(8) - Age appropriate screenings complete Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/9/19 the file record for child #3 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the file record for child # 3 to include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section. All file records for children will include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/9/19 the file record for staff person #1 did not include an adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the file record for staff person #1 to include adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. All file records for staff will include adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/9/19 the file records for #child 1, 5 and 6 did not include a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the file records for child #1, 5 and 6 to include a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. All file records for infants will include a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/9/19 a sippy cup in room Toddler A was observed not labeled.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider labeled the sippy cup. All sippy cups and bottles will be labeled with the child's name.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/9/19 the file record for staff person #1 (date of hire: 10/23/19) did not include proof of submission for NSOR Clearance. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person # 1 was removed until all CPSL requirements have been fulfilled. All staff files will 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 FBI clearance information and mandated reporter training required under the CPSL.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/9/19 the first-aid kit in the Toddler B classroom was missing scissors and the first aid kit in the Preschool classroom was missing gloves.

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.)
Provider added scissors to the first aid kit in the Toddler B classroom and gloves to the first aid kit in the Preschool classroom. All first aid kits in the facility will include soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
2018-12-17 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/1/18 the file records for staff person #1 did not include two written, non family 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.)
Provider will update the file record for staff person #1 to include two written, non family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. All file records for staff will include two written, non family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
2018-12-17 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/17/18 the file record for staff person #1 date of hire 11/26/18 did not include proof of submission for fingerprints for FBI clearance and copy of requests for child abuse clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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, mandated reporter training, and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person # 1 was removed until all CPSL requirements have been fulfilled. All staff files will 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 FBI clearance information and mandated reporter training required under the CPSL.
2017-03-16 Renewal 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Certification Representative observed an exit door off the kitchen that could not be opened. Several attempts to open the exit door failed.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will have the door repaired so that it is unobstructed. The operator will ensure that all exits will be unobstructed at all times.

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