SPIN Frankford - Philadelphia PA Child Care Center

1616 ORTHODOX ST , PHILADELPHIA PA 19124
(267) 249-4169

About the Provider

Description: We organize ourselves to establish and provide community resources, services and initiatives in support of people with mental, physical, or sensory impairment, their families, and those who provide support so that they may exercise responsibly their choice, preference, and right, without limitation, to a fully integrated life as citizens of Pennsylvania.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00170050
  • Capacity: 92
  • State Rating: 4
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Schools Served: Philadelphia City
  • 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
2020-02-03 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: CHILD 1 AND 2 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF A CURRENT FLU IMMUNIZATION ON FILE, NOR A LETTER OF EXEMPTION.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CHILD 1 AND 2 WILL HAVE A CURRENT IMMUNIZATION RECORD, SHOWING PROOF OF A CURRENT FLU IMMUNIZATION, OR A LETTER OF EXEMPTION, ON FILE AT ALL TIMES. ALL CHILDREN WILL HAVE PROOF OF THEIR CURRENT IMMUNIZATIONS OR A LETTER OF EXEMPTION.
2020-02-03 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: STAFF 1 (HIRED 12/13/2019) DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF THE NSOR ON FILE. STAFF 2 WAS MISSING THE RAP SHEET ATTACHED TO THE FBI CLEARANCE.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 AND 2 -- 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 1 WILL NOT WORK WITH THE CHILDREN UNTIL THE NSOR IS ON FILE. STAFF 2 WILL BRING IN THEIR RAP SHEET FOR THEIR FBI CLEARANCE. ALL STAFF WILL HAVE ALL REQUIRED CPSL DOCUMENTS ON FILE.
2020-02-03 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: STAFF 2 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF A EVALUATION WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
STAFF 2 WILL HAVE A EVALUTATION ON FILE. STAFF WILL HAVE AN EVALUATION AT LEAST EVERY 12 MONTHS.
2020-02-03 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: STAFF 1 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF EDUCATION NOR EXPERIENCE PRIOR TO WORKING AT THE FACILITY.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. 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.)
STAFF 1 WILL HAVE PROOF OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE ON FILE. ALL STAFF WILL HAVE PROOF OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE ON FILE.
2019-01-28 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: STAFF 1 AND 2 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF FIRE TRAINING ON FILE DURING TIME OF THE INSPECTION.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety 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.)
STAFF 1 AND 2 WILL HAVE PROOF OF FIRE TRAINING ON FILE. ALL STAFF WILL HAVE PROOF OF FIRE TRAINING ON FILE EVERY YEAR.

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