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Bright Little Smiles Family Childcare

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5.0 (3 reviews)
W CHEW AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19120
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Quick Facts

Capacity
6 children
Type of Care
Before and After School, Daytime, Full-Time, Part-Time
Transportation
Field Trips
Languages
English, American Sign Language, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (267) 679-5468
W CHEW AVE
Philadelphia, PA 19120
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00248980
License Issued
Jan 30, 2026
Active Through
Jan 30, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

Reviews

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Mrs. Wood
2018-03-08 15:52:18
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I've had the pleasure of personally knowing Mrs. Tee for many, many years and I must say she is a very wonderful individual. Although I do not use her facility she provided childcare services way before she started her business to my son who at the time was 10 yrs old, he's 28 yrs old now and still remembers the love and understanding and mainly the patience she gave especially during homework time with him, we love her, you and your children will too once you meet her. Enjoy the love!!

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Mrs.Robin
2016-03-12 22:31:43
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I had the honor to get to know Ms.Tee she is one of the sweetest people you want to meet she has such a special spirit and the children love her.She's an Excellent teacher and role model for young women who cross her path. I am sure you and your children would be pleased with her service. Be bless

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Nikki
2016-02-23 18:13:37
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My daughter was in Ms.Tee care for about 8months and we had to move it was the hardest thing to do because myself and my daughter love her.she is the nicest person and really really cares about you and your child. We will truly miss her but will always keep in touch. Trust me you will feel the love when you walk in. ????

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About the Provider

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Hello,my names is Mrs.Tee I am a mother of two wonderful children.I am CPR/First Aid Certified.I have 11 years Childcare,Nursing and Mental Health experience.I live by love,showing love,speaking love and teaching love. Here at Bright Little Smiles I offer a secure homelike environment for children to play,learn and grow. I believe that children learn through exploration and play as well as structure and routine. I promote self-esteem through respect,understanding and compassion.I strongly encourage independence and personal responsibility. I stand on the word which states"Train up a child in the way he should go,And when he is old he will not depart from it."Proverbs 22:6 I am not only preparing children for school but for life situations and circumstances.I have faith that my children will walk away feeling confident on who they are and what they can do.If you have any question please feel free to call. If I am unable to pick up please leave a message I will return your call. Stay bless

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:59 AM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Saturday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-11-20 Renewal 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/8/25 the file for household member #1 included an expired NSOR 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 -- 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. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Household member #1 submitted application to obtain a NSOR clearance on 11/24/25. Provider will submit new clearance to DHS once received.
2025-07-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, child #1 most recent CSR on file was dated in May of 2023. Child #2 Financial Agreement Form did not specify what childcare services were included.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Updated CSR was done in 2025 but was missed placed. CSR was located and placed in child #1 file. Financial Agreement form updated accordingly for child #2
2025-07-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not list the parent's work addresses or work telephone numbers.

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.)
To have parent fill out all areas of child #2 Emergency Contact Form.
2025-07-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.124(b)(5) - Information re: disability Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: disability

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not indicate if the child had any special needs or disabilities that the provider should be aware of in the event of an emergency.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To have parent complete Emergency Contact Form filling out all areas regarding special needs, medications, allergies, dietary, etc.
2025-07-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not include the name, addresses or telephone numbers of the individuals 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.)
Parent of child #2 Emergency Contact Form section to whom child may be released to was filled out completely.
2025-07-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, child #1 Emergency Contact Form and Financial Agreement Form were both missing the required 6-month review. Last dated signature was in May of 2023.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 Emergency Contact Form and Financial Agreement was reviewed and signed by the parent.
2025-07-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.75(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, peeling paint was observed on the yellow wall adjacent to the bathroom and next to the children's table in the middle room of the childcare space.

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.)
Clean and sand each area before applying new coat of paint.
2025-07-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the last fire drill listed on the fire drill log was dated 5.9.2025.

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider updated report with the most recent fire drill conducted in July 2025.
2025-07-08 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the last documented alarm testing was dated May 2025.

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)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider updated the fire drill and alarm testing log to reflect the alarm testing conducted in July 2025.
2024-11-07 Renewal 3290.131(b)(2) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2)

Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of child #1's last health assessment was 12/10/22.

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 obtained health assessment for child #1.
2024-11-07 Renewal 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the facility's Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment policy did not include the prevention & identification of child maltreatment.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Plans of correction would be to include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment in my policy.
2023-11-29 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2023-07-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.105(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.105(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/10/12022 the cots in the facility 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.)
This violation was corrected on the spot. All rest equipment was moved to meet the 2 feet apart space as required.
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/10/2022 the file record for child # 5 did not include an agreement that specified the child's arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the file record for child #5 to include an agreement that specifies child's arrival and departure times.
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.131(b)(1) - Updated infant health report: every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(1)

Description: Updated infant health report: every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/10/2022 the file records for child #3 and 4 did not include an updated health assessment.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3 & 4 parents obtained updated health assessments.
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.131(d)(7)/3290.131(d)(8) - Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(d)(7)/3290.131(d)(8)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/10/2022 the file records for child # 1 and 5 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and 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 the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. 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.)
Child #1 and 5 Health Assessment forms was corrected which states both Children 1 and 5 can participate in childcare.
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/10/2022 the file record for #child 2 did not include a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant 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.)
I plan to receive a written feeding schedule for infant signed and dated by parent/guardian
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.18/3290.31(g) - General Health and Safety/Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18/3290.31(g)

Description: General Health and Safety/Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (list specific training missing when issuing the citation).

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (g)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 2#-- will have until 11/25/2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2--- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a family child care home staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person 2#--, staff person #-2- may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/10/2022 the file record for child#6 did not include a review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child # 6 Emergency contact and financial agreement has been signed and updated.
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/10/2022 the file records for child #3 and 5 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must 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.)
Child # 3 and 5 files has been updated and signed for parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.24(d) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(d)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/10/2021 the fire drill log was observed and there was no record of an emergency drill be conducted.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Annual emergency drill was performed on 11/15/22 and correct forms was posted and placed in files.
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.24(g) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(g)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/10/2022 the facility did not have record of the operator sending a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of emergency plan and subsequent plans were emailed to local municipalities & to emergency management agency.
2022-11-09 Renewal 3290.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/10/2022 a cot was observed blocking the stairway.

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.)
I plan to create a new naptime layout in which no cots will block any exits or stairways.
2021-11-29 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/16/2021 the file records for child # 2 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the file records for child #2 to include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
2021-11-29 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/16/2021 the file record for child # 1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.

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.)
Provider will update the file records for child #1 to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
2021-11-29 Renewal 3290.24(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the physical inspection on 12/20/2021 the facility had an emergency plan that did not include provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider submitted an addendum that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
2021-11-29 Renewal 3290.24(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: During the electronic inspection on 12/14/2021 staff person #1 did not include current emergency plan training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the file record staff person #1 to include emergency plan training.
2021-11-29 Renewal 3290.73(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.73(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During the remote inspection on 12/16/2021 the small first-aid kit in the facility was missing soap.

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 soap to the first aid kit in the facility.
2021-11-29 Renewal 3290.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: During the remote inspection on 12/16/2021 the evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will post the evacuation routes in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

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