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Smart Start Academy Of West Phila

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5.0 (1 review)
3901 MARKET ST, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Quick Facts

Capacity
96 children
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 307-3054
3901 MARKET ST
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00179824
Expired
May 10, 2022
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

Reviews

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Inez Ragan
2018-12-28 14:10:01
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I worked at Smart Start Academy for over 4 years. It was the first child care center that I went to work for after retirement from the school system in Philadelphia. After staying home for five years, I needed to get out and work with children again. Mrs. Chesna welcomed me and made me feel like a family member. It was great working there and I did not want to miss a day. This center is full of love and concern for the children, the staff,and the family members of every child. If you're looking for a great place for your child, or if you are searching for a job with children, stop by and be blessed with an excellent place for you or you child. I truly miss working at the center.

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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
2018-05-17 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THE LEGAL ENTITY DID NOT ENSURE THAT THE FOLLOWING STAFF PERSON HAD VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION IN THEIR FILE: #8.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
THE PROVIDER WILL ENSURE THAT ALL STAFF PERSONS HAVE VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION IN THEIR FILES AND VERIFICATION OF CHILD CARE EXPERIENCE PRIOR TO BEING HIRED AT THE FACILITY.
2017-05-12 Renewal 3270.192(4) - CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THE LEGAL ENTITY DID NOT ENSURE THAT STAFF PERSON #3 COMPLETED THE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING AND HAD VERIFICATION IN THEIR FILE.

Correction Required: 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.)
THE PROVIDER WILL ENSURE THAT ALL STAFF PERSONS COMPLETE THE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING WITHIN 90 DAYS OF THEIR START DATE.

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

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