SWEET DREAM AND FAIRY TALES DAYCARE

PHILADELPHIA, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity28
Est. price$860/mo

Contact information

Address4225 RIDGE AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19129

CityPHILADELPHIA, PA 19129

CountyPhiladelphia

Phone(215) 849-4999

Operating details

Capacity28

SubsidiesY

License dateAugust 10, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/2/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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4225 RIDGE AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19129, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19129

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/2/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

    During the renewal inspection on 7/2/25 staff persons #1 #2 #3 #4 and #5 did not have verification of emergency plan training on file. Requirement: 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 and kept on file at the facility. Correction: All staff will have training at initial employment and annually thereafter in the emergency plan. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/2/2025
  2. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    During the renewal inspection on 7/2/25 the following was observed: Water damage to the cabinet sink areas in the young toddler and school age classroom The class on the front door was cracked. The playground area had a broken fence by the air conditioner unit, a ladder accessible to the children and broken cinderblocks. Requirement: 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. Correction: Director will make sure all 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. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/2/2025
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 127/2/2025

    12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))

    During the renewal inspection on 7/2/25 the health assessment for staff person #3 was expired. Requirement: 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: Director will make sure that all staff have a current health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/2/2025
  4. Medium risk7/2/2025

    Two written references (3270.192(5))

    During the renewal inspection on 7/2/25 staff person #2 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file at the facility. Requirement: 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. Correction: All staff members will have two written , non family references attesting to the persons suitability to serve as a facility person on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/2/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

7Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$860/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: PHILADELPHIA, Philadelphia County
  • Capacity: 28
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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