READING RAINBOW LEARNING CENTER 2

PHILADELPHIA, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity16
Est. price$912/mo

Contact information

Address921 N 29TH ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19130

CityPHILADELPHIA, PA 19130

CountyPhiladelphia

Phone(215) 769-2969

Operating details

Capacity16

SubsidiesY

License dateSeptember 25, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/6/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High14
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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921 N 29TH ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19130, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19130

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/6/2025

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  • Medium-High13
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium risk8/6/2025

    Adult Hygiene (3270.152)

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that staff #1 did not wash their hands after completing a diaper change on child #1. Requirement: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. Correction: Will review adult hygiene policies with staff #1. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/6/2025
  2. Medium-Low risk8/6/2025

    Signed (3270.123(a))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the files for child #2 and child #5 were viewed and there was no financial agreement present in each file. Requirement: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. Correction: Will create a financial agreement with the parents and obtain signatures from the parents. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  3. Medium risk8/6/2025

    Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates (3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the files for child #2, child #4, and child #5 were viewed and there was no admission date listed in each child's record. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child. Correction: Will add the admission dates to each file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  4. Medium-High risk8/6/2025

    Each child emergency contact person (3270.124(a))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for child #5 was viewed and there was no completed Emergency Contact Form in the file. Requirement: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency. Correction: Will have the parent complete the necessary documentation and keep it in the file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  5. Medium-High risk8/6/2025

    Parent home/work address, phone (3270.124(b)(3))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for child #2 was viewed and there was no work address and phone number for the parent on the Emergency Contact Form. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: Will ask the parent to provide the required information. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  6. Medium-High risk8/6/2025

    Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.124(f)/3270.181(c))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the files for child #2, child #3 and child #6 were viewed and the emergency contact information was not updated within a 6-month period. The most recent signature and date on the Emergency Contact Form for child #2 is 7/21/24, for child #3 is 6/27/24, and child #6 is dated 7/8/22. Requirement: 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. Correction: Will get the parents to update and review the Emergency Contact Form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  7. Medium risk8/6/2025

    Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for child #5 was viewed and it contained a health assessment that was dated 2/14/24 which was not updated within 12 months as required. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: Will have parent take child #5 to the doctor to complete a new assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  8. Medium risk8/6/2025

    Child's hands washed (3270.134(a))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that staff #1 did not wash the hands of child #1 after a diaper change. Requirement: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. Correction: Will review child hygiene policies with staff #1. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/6/2025
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 128/6/2025

    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 8/6/2025, the file for staff #2 was viewed and the health assessment was not updated within a 24-month period. The last health assessment was dated 5/8/23. 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: Will have staff #2 obtain a new health assessment that is completed by a doctor. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  10. Medium risk8/6/2025

    Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(a)/3270.182(1))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for child #2, did not have an initial health assessment present in the file and child #2 has attended the facility for more than 60 days. (See code sheet for admission date). Requirement: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: Will have parent or guardians provide an initial assessment for the children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  11. Medium-High risk8/6/2025

    Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that there was an operating box fan was on the floor in the middle room and it was accessible to the children. It was a safety hazard because the children's fingers could fit through the slats of the fan while it was operating. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: Will throw away the fan. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/6/2025
  12. Medium risk8/6/2025

    Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed (3270.91(a))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that the back exit was partially obstructed by a shelf. Requirement: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. Correction: Will move the shelf to another spot in the facility. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  13. Medium risk8/6/2025

    No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that there was paint chipping near the front door, and on the right wall near the cots. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Will repaint the walls. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  14. Medium-High risk8/6/2025

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that the concrete ramp in the front of facility was detached from the landing, and the railing was broken and detached as well. The walkway was unsafe for usage by the children or parents. 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: Will contact a contractor and fix the ramp. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  15. Medium-High risk8/6/2025

    Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that All Purpose bleach spray was on the sink, and it was accessible to the children. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Removed the toxic substance and put it on a high shelf that was inaccessible to the children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/6/2025
  16. Medium-High risk8/6/2025

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for staff #3 was viewed and their mandated reporter training, the FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance, and the Child Abuse Clearance had not been renewed within a 60-month period. The Mandated Reporter training was dated 6/21/20, the FBI Fingerprinting clearance was dated 2/15/20, and the Child Abuse clearance was dated 6/8/20. (See code sheet for start date). Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff #3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Correction: Staff #3 will complete the training and will immediately renew their clearances. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/6/2025
  17. Medium-High risk8/6/2025

    Age and Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i))

    During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for staff #2 was viewed and the pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid certificate (CPR) expired on 8/5/2025. Requirement: 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. Correction: Staff #2 will take the training required to renew their CPR Certificate. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  18. Medium-High risk3/13/2025

    Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR (3270.31(f)(10))

    During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, the file for staff #1 was viewed and the file for staff #1 did not include CPR/First Aid training. (See code sheet for hire date). Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Correction: Will have all staff complete the CPR training as required. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/27/2025
  19. Medium-High risk3/13/2025

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

    During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and the file for staff #1 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance and the Mandated Reporter Training. The file for staff #2 had an FBI Fingerprinting Clearance that was dated 2/15/20, which was not updated within a 60 month period. (See code sheet for hire date) Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff #1 and staff #2may not work in a childcare 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. Correction: Both staff will obtain the required clearances and training before returning to work. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/27/2025
  20. Medium risk3/13/2025

    Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

    During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, there were two electrical outlets in the front room did not have receptacle covers in them and they were accessible to the children. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Will put covers over the outlets. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/27/2025
  21. Medium risk3/13/2025

    No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

    During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, it was observed that there was chipping paint on the left wall of the front room. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Will repaint where necessary. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/27/2025
  22. Medium risk3/13/2025

    Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

    During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, the children's play couch was splitting at the seams and the styrofoam was showing, and a resting mat was splitting at the seam. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: Will throw away the couch and the mat and replace them with a new equipment. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/13/2025
  23. Medium-High risk3/13/2025

    Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3))

    During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and their health assessment dates were not within 24 months. The health assessment date for staff #1 was 8/23/22, and the date for staff #2 was 2/15/20. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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: Will have both staff obtain updated health assessments and put them in their files. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/27/2025
  24. Medium-High risk3/13/2025

    Age and Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i))

    During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, the file for staff #2 was viewed and the file for staff #2 had a CPR/First Aid training that was dated 11/23/20, (See code sheet for hire date). Requirement: 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. Correction: Will have staff complete the CPR/First Aid training. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/27/2025

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About this daycare

  • Location: PHILADELPHIA, Philadelphia County
  • Capacity: 16
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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