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A Childs First Step Day Care

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5.0 (1 review)
5932 Ogontz Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19141
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Quick Facts

Capacity
38 children
Age Range
newborn to school age
Type of Care
Before and After School, Daytime, Emergency Care, Full-Time
Transportation
Field Trips, To/From School
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 276-2127
5932 Ogontz Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19141
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00259520
License Issued
Sep 22, 2026
Active Through
Sep 22, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

Reviews

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Moneca
2013-03-30 15:32:50
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very good education program. outstanding staff

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Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-23 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: On June 23, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of an updated NSOR clearance, the clearance on file was dated 10/27/2020

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Staff Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will not work in a child care position at the facility until NSOR clearance is obtained
2025-07-14 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2024-08-22 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: On August 22, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #1 did not contain evidence of an updated health assessment, the health assessment on file was dated 3/6/2023.

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.)
Provider will have parents provide updated health forms for child #1.
2024-08-22 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: On August 22, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of two written references, the file contained one reference.

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 make sure before hire that staff #1 will have two written references attesting that this peronson is suitable to serve as a facility person.
2024-08-22 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: On August 22, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure staff #1 will obtain evidence of pediatric first aide and cpr training.
2024-08-22 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: On August 22, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #2 did not contain evidence of Criminal Background clearance, the file of Staff #3 did not contain evidence of Child Abuse clearance, the clearance on fie was for a volunteer.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Staff Person #2 and Staff #3 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. Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will obtain the necessary clearances; staff will not work in a child care position until clearances are bought in.
2023-07-25 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. The file of child 1 and 2, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination within the past year, as required per the ACIP recommended schedule

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure children 1 and 2 have documentation of an influenza vaccination.
2023-07-25 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint near the door the leads to the downstairs classroom and on the wall near the cubby.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Make sure that there is no chipped paint in the classroom.
2022-09-22 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: The facility had not documented in writing the annual review or update of the facility's emergency plan.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director and/or operator will immediately review the facility's emergency plan to ensure the plan has current and appropriate information in compliance with regulation 3270.27 (a -b). The director/operator will then document in writing somewhere on/ in the emergency plan the date of the review or update along with the name of the person responsible for completing the review and/or update.
2022-09-22 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: The facility had not maintained proof of purchase and date of purchase of the interconnected fire detection device or system with the fire drill logs.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will confirm in a written attestation that the facility's fire detection device or system that is operable and properly maintained at all times in compliance with the act of April 27, 1927 (P.L.465, No.299), referred to as the "Fire and Panic Act," the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the "Pennsylvania Construction Code Act," and applicable regulations
2022-09-22 Renewal 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The facility had not manually tested all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days, demonstrating the system is operable and maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility had the fire detection device tested by a fire safety professional and the annual inspection document was submitted to ensure compliance. The director will begin to manually test the fire detection system at least every thirty days, demonstrating the system is operable and maintain a written record of the testing with facility's fire drill logs. If the fire detection system can't be tested monthly.

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