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Providence Center Ost

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
2557 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
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Subsidized Program
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Food Program
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State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 739-7465
2557 N 5th St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00244863
License Issued
Sep 22, 2025
Active Through
Sep 22, 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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Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday–Friday
  • Open HoursMonday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-09-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/16/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 and #3 did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will ensure all emergency contacts are completed and updated with all necessary information and signatures required.
2025-09-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/16/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 and #2 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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.)
Director will ensure all emergency contacts are completed and updated with all necessary information and signatures required.
2025-09-16 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/16/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 and #3 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will ensure all emergency contacts are completed and updated with all necessary information and signatures required.
2024-09-10 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/10/2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will add a work phone number on the emergency contact form.
2024-09-10 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/10/2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.

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.)
Parent will document child's policy number on the emergency contact form.
2024-09-10 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/10/2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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.)
Parents will add the address of the person the child is authorized to be released to.
2024-09-10 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/10/2024 there was no evidence presented verifying that the operator notified local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will email the pedestrian and vehicular routes to the 26th district police station.
2024-09-10 Renewal 3270.182(4) - Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(4)

Description: Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/10/2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include a signature or parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will document if there are any special dietary needs or medication to administer along with a signature consent if needed.
2024-09-10 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/10/2024 the record reviewed for staff #1 did not include 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.)
Provider will collect two non-family reference letters from the employee by 9/13/2024
2024-09-10 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/10/2024 the water temperature in the green room children's bathroom was tested via a thermometer and registered at 115 degrees Ferin height.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will turn down the thermostat in the building to 100 Ferin height to ensure the temperature does not exceed 110 Ferin height.
2024-09-10 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 9/10/2024 the ceiling in the yellow and blue room was observed with water stains. The indoor play space rug was observed dirty with several stains.

Correction Required: 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.)
The ceiling tile will be replaced, and the carpet will be shampooed.
2023-09-22 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: On 9/22/23 a renewal inspection certification representative observed that the emergency contact forms for child # 1, # 2, # 3, and # 4 did not contain the child's health insurance policy numbers..

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.)
Provider will have the emergency contact forms for child # 1, # 2, # 3, and # 4 to include the child's health insurance policy numbers.
2023-09-22 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: On 9/22/23 at renewal inspection certification representative observed that the file of staff person # 1 contained a mandated reporter training dated 2/9/18.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain an updated mandated reporter training for staff person. # 1.
2023-06-28 Renewal 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: On 6/28/23 at renewal inspection certification representative observed that the file of staff person # 1 contained a health assessment dated 6/2/20.

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.)
Provider will obtain an updated health assessment for staff person # 1.
2023-06-28 Renewal 3270.18(a) - On file at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.18(a)

Description: On file at facility

Noncompliance Area: On 6/28/23 at renewal inspection certification representative observed that the liability insurance expired on 6/15/23.

Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain updated liability insurance documentation.

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