MERCY NEIGHBORHOOD MINISTRIES OF PHILA
PHILADELPHIA, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1939 W VENANGO ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19140
CountyPhiladelphia
Phone(215) 831-4040
Operating details
Capacity179
SubsidiesY
License dateMarch 10, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/8/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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1939 W VENANGO ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19140, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- 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: 1/8/2025
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2025
- Medium-High risk1/8/2025
Contact when arises/Contact when ended (3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4))
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 01/08/2025, the facilities Emergency Plan did not provide for a method for contacting parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency arises, and once an emergency has ended to provide information regarding reunification. Requirement: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children. Correction: Mercy Neighborhood Ministries will include means of Communication with Families during our Parent Orientation meetings and Monthly Parent Meetings. Plans that will include location of center in case of evacuation from area. This will be displayed via Class Dojo, letters that are given out during Orientation. Staff will also use means of contact thru cell phones and Mercy Website. This plan will include the entire evacuation plan for all parents giving locations and necessary resources needed in case the Emergency Plan needs to be executed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/14/2025 - Medium-High risk1/8/2025
Emergency plan (3270.27(a)(5))
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 01/08/2025, the facilities Emergency Plan did not contain accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Requirement: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction: Mercy Neighborhood Ministries will put in place and implement emergency plan that supports all children with disabilities or medical concerns with appropriate instruction to provide for all staff and families to address the needs of all children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/14/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$774/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: 179
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 0
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