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Daycares in Philadelphia, PA

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Busy As A Bee Daycare is a state and city licensed home daycare located in Northeast Philadelphia (Red Lion/Verree Rd). Your child will have the opportunity to learn and grow in a structured, clean, safe, andloving environment. Small group of children, so your child will get the attention they deserve. Licensed, registered, and certified for over 21 years! For more info, please visit www.busyasabeedaycare.com or call 215-698-0785.
* State & City Licensed
* Keystone STARS Participant
* First Aid/CPR Certified.
* Lead Safe Certified.
* Healthy meals and snacks provided
* CCIS/Subsidy accepted.
* Ages 6 weeks old and up.
The children participate in many age-appropriate activities including the following :
-Sensory Exploration
-Language/Literacy
-Gross/Fine Motor Activities
-Art Activities
-STEM Activities
-Music, Song & Dance
-Outdoor Play…

Lisa’s Child Care

9948 Bridle Road, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Starting at $250/wk

Description:

In-home child care, from newborn thru age 5.
Yard is set up with play equipment, covered deck provides shaded play area.
Thirty-five years’ experience with child care both in my own home and at a Child CareCenter. Certified in Infant and Child CPR, First Aid and Fire Safety.
References, background checks available.
I live in the far northeast, 19115.
Please call if interested 267-432-6001….

Description:

Marcia Price Group Day Care is a licensed home based facility. We are located in the Far Northeast (a few blocks from Philmont Train Station). We are state and city licensed for over 30 years. We believe increating a nurturing, fun-loving, safe environment for your children. We love what we do and it shows.
We have listed our qualifications below:
*State and city licensed for over 30 years.
*3:1 teacher/child ratio.
*Healthy meals – breakfast, lunch and snacks.
*CPR/First Aid Certified.
*Criminal and Child Abuse Clearances.
*Reasonable rates (we accept CCIS).
*Fenced in yard for outdoor play (slides, swings, play houses, ride on toys, etc. )
*Hours Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (extended care available)….

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Saint Alphonsa’s Academy is a progressive and innovative child care center located in Northeast Philadelphia that is dedicated to providing a quality daycare and early learning program in a secure, Christianenvironment. We are concerned with the growth of the whole child and encourage a solid balance of development in a child’s physical, social, psychological and intellectual growth. We believe that providing quality care for children is one of the most important responsibilities of our society. We are founded on this belief and base every aspect of the center on achieving this primary goal. We take great pride in our center, its services and employees, and are ever appreciative of our children, their parents, and all who support our efforts.
Parents are encouraged to be actively involved in the developmental progress of their child. It is our firm belief that working together with families is necessary to provide stable, nurturing environments for our children. We encourage parents to visit the center and participate in our programs, and most importantly, to express concerns, suggestions, and any thoughts they have about their child’s care….

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We’re not just another daycare center….and we’re proud of it! At the heart of Saint Alphonsa’s Academy is the belief that every single child is a unique and special individual. Our focus isn’t on your childas just another number. We leave the high rates & overcrowded enrollments to the bigger commercial centers.
From tiny tots to toddlers and preschoolers, our goal is to have your child ready for their first big day of kindergarten. We know that selecting the right childcare involves a number of very difficult choices. And we’re confident that the enthusiasm and dedication of everyone at Saint Alphonsa’s will reassure you that you’ve made the absolute best decision….

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Thank you for considering Lullabies To Letters for your family’s needs.
We are an In Home Childcare Provider run by teachers who have years of experience with children and a passion for their growth and wellbeing. We offer a full Pre-K curriculum while giving your child the opportunity to have fun in a program filled with art, science, problem solving, reading, writing and so much more. We offer indoor and outdoor (in home) activities that will keep your children active while allowing them to play and have fun. We have a small class setting that allows us to offer your loved one more individualized care and attention then a larger child care business can.
Our education includes Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Psychology and Daycare Director Certifications. All of this is backed by years of education and daycare experience allowing us to be the best providers possible.
We meet or exceed all state regulations including local and federal background checks, safety and health training so there is never a need to worry when leaving your loved one with us for the day!
We look forward to caring for your loved one in our program!…

Description:

Just Children Child Care Centers incorporate the most current childcare methods into each classroom. State-of-the-art equipment and playgrounds are the standard at each location, and special programs areoffered year-round to enrich your child’s experience. Through creative exploration, children experience situations that promote decision-making. Parents have grown to appreciate the unique atmosphere at Just Children. Along with a bright, stimulating environment, children learn as they play. Our professional staff carefully plans each child’s daily activities, considering each child’s uniqueness….

La Petite Academy

91 Sheree Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19019

Costimate: $309/wk

Description:

I am excited to welcome you to La Petite Academy in Exton, PA. My name is Jacqui and I am the center director. I have my associate’s degree in early childhood education and over 30 years of experience workingin the child care field.
Our School Readiness Pathway prepares your child for elementary school, while encouraging discovery, fostering growth, and inspiring achievement. In every program, for infants to school-age students, teachers personalize learning with our unique educational approach. Our Prep Lab is unique to school agers to bridge the gap from missed classes this spring before a new school year begins.
Our experienced, dedicated teachers ensure school readiness using our specialized, research-based curriculum with a strong focus on math and literacy. Our teachers participate in professional development training annually to stay current in the field of early childhood education.
Our facility is kept safe and secure using a locked entry system and exterior security cameras. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are conducting curbside drop off and pick up to maintain the health and safety of the children and staff inside. We utilize a mobile app, called brightwheel, that enables us to provide families with real-time updates on their child throughout the day! We will also feature WatchMeGrow which offers live-streaming into the classrooms.
Please reach out if you have any questions or schedule your tour today. I can’t wait to introduce you to our school!…

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We are dedicated to the children while working with them in groups and one on one to maximize their skills and potentials .” Allowing Children To BeChildren”…

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ALL ABOUT LOVE LEARNING CENTER
7510 BROUS AVENUE
PHILADELPHIA PA 19152
215-335-3515
CCIS ACCEPTED
KEYSTONE STONE STARS CERTIFY, Quality Daycare & Education. Free Registration
INCLUDED ARE BREAKFAST, TWOHEALTHY SNACKS, AND LUNCH. WE ALSO OFFER TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM SCHOOL IF NEEDED
THE CENTER IS A LARGE FACILITY WITH CENTRAL AIR, FENCED IN OUTDOOR PLAY AREA ON A VERY QUIET AND CLEAN STREET, FUN FOR YOUR CHILDREN TO PARTICIPATE IN SELF-INITIATED ACTIVITIES WHICH INCLUDE ART CENTER, MATH/SCIENCE CENTER, PUZZLES, AND MANY MORE. THESE ACTIVITIES USUALLY ARE TEACHER DIRECTED, HOWEVER CHILDREN ARE ENCOURAGED TO SELF LEARN. CHILDREN ARE SCHEDULED TO PLAY OUTSIDE AT 10:30 IN THE MORNINGS.
TEACHERS HELP CHILDREN DRESS APPROPRIATELY AND PROVIDE TOYS SUITABLE FOR THEIR DEVELOPMENTAL LEVEL–PLASTIC RIDING TOYS FOR TODDLERS, TRICYCLES, AND BICYCLES FOR OLDER CHILDREN.
ALSO BEST OPERATING HOURS IN AREA. WE ARE OPEN SIX DAYS A WEEK M-F 6AM-8PM AND SATURDAY 8AM-5PM.
WE ARE LOCATED OFF ROOSEVELT BLVD, NEXT TO ENTERPRISE RENTALS TWO BLOCKS AWAY FROM COTTMAN AVE. YOUR KIDS ARE SAFE AT ALL TIMES.
CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION
215-335-3515….

Lil Geniuses Academy

13550 BUSTLETON AVE & RHAWN ST WWW.LILGENIUSESACADEMY.NET, Philadelphia, PA 19152

Starting at $37/day

Description:

Lil Geniuses Academy is an educational facility that serves the community of Philadelphia, PA. It offers a warm and caring environment and provides appropriate learning programs that foster holistic developmentamong children. The center promotes good values to make sure that children will be responsible members of the society….

Gan Chabad, Inc

7620 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19152

Costimate: $197/wk

Description:

Jewish Preschool and daycare providing opportunity for children’s growth and development.

Description:

PHP Early Learning Academy:
PHP Early Learning Academy is not childcare, we strive to make learning fun for our children. A well-planned daily curriculum stresses basic early childhood development learningincluding; music, drama, language skills, science, math, arts and crafts. Exciting, hands-on learning activities- as well as selected play equipment- develop both small and large motor skills. Our children learn sharing and friendly social interactions and make new friends!
PHP welcomes children into a bright and cheery environment within a home base school. A large indoor recreation area serves well in cold weather, while our air conditioned facility keeps our children comfortable in summer. Outdoor play area designed just for children will offer your child hours of enjoyment.
*As professionals we make every effort to deliver an environment that is a safe place where children can have fun. As educators we provide experiences that encourage positive outcomes for children to reach their goals. We strive to guide children towards success in life.
*We offer programs for children that help meet their social, emotional, and intellectual needs we provide a safe and nurturing “home away from home” Where babies can grow and learn each day by exploring and making new discovers. Our preschool program fosters activities to help children become problem solvers and lifelong learners. Our goal is to make quality care for children more affordable for working families.
We offer the following services:
-Around the clock care for children of all ages
-Fun and educational trips
-A verity of healthy meals and snacks
-Plenty of interactive educational activities and homework help
-A new program for low in-come families
-Affordable Good care for children is hard to find!
PHP Early Learn Academy is open 24 hrs
Daycare: $125 a week
7:30AM – 7:00PM (each child is allowed up to 10 hrs of care a day)
$10.00 a day for care given before 7:30AM and after 7:00PM
$10.00 a day late charge if care is given over 10 hrs.
Before and After Care: $65 a week.
MONDAY – FRIDAY: 7:30AM -8:30AM and 3:00PM – 6:00PM (drop off and pick up only to local schools)
(Day schools are not open: $15 a day )
Overnight Care: $40 9:00 PM – 8:00 AM
(No pick up or drop offs between 9 PM – 7:30 AM)
$10 late charge if pick up is late (Pick-up time is set before child is dropped off)
Weekend Care: $150 FRIDAY 9:00 PM – MONDAY 8:00AM
$40 per day Friday- Sunday (7:30AM -7:00PM)
Weekend Overnight Care: $45 per night Friday – Sunday (7;00pm-10:00am)
$10 late charge if pick up is late (Pick-up time is set before child is dropped off)
All rates are paid weekly on Friday for the following week
Late Payment fee is $5 PER DAY
Late pick-up fee is $10.00 PER DAY
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Description:

Miracle Hands in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Home-based ChildCare provider that can accommodate up to 12 children. …

Description:

The Learning Tree Academy is a Childcare/ Preschool located in West Philadelphia. We offer Childcare for ages 6 weeks to 12 years. We offer summer camp and pick ups and drop offs to surrounding schools. Wehave monthly field trips, Daily activities and a structured environment. We have small classes so each child can receive individual learning….

Little Scholars Academy

2010 RHAWN ST AT CASTOR AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19152

Costimate: $190/wk

Alpha House Nursery

9801 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114

Starting at $4000/flat

Description:

The Alpha House Nursery is an early learning establishment on 9801 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA with 40 years of experience in providing quality programs for nursery, pre-K, and kindergarten. Their centerhighlights certified and highly-qualified teaching staff that are devoted to assisting children’s growth and development. …

Azbuka Day Care

9090 Old Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Starting at $33/day

Description:

Azbuka Day Care located in Philadelphia, PA is a day care center of choice for growing Philadelphia’s Russian community. The center offers reading, math, arts and crafts, music and dance. Russian and Ukrainianlanguage is optional. They feed the children 3 times a day with fresh and healthy meals cooked by professional cook….

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Bambi Day Care Center Inc in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a ChildCare provider that can accommodate up to 202 children from infants to kindergarten….

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FAQs for finding daycares in Philadelphia

In 2022 what type of daycare can I find near me in Philadelphia, PA?

There are a variety of daycares in Philadelphia, PA providing full time and part-time care. Some daycares are facility-based and some are in-home daycares operated out of a person’s home. They can also vary in the degree of education and curriculum they offer. Additionally, some daycares offer bilingual programs for parents that want to immerse their children in multiple languages.

How can I find a daycare near me in Philadelphia, PA?

If you are looking for daycare options near you, start several months in advance of when you need care for your child. Care.com has 127 in Philadelphia, PA as of October 2022 and you can filter daycares by distance from Philadelphia or your zip code. From there, you can then compare daycare rates, parent reviews, view their specific services, see their hours of operation and contact them through the website for further information or to request an appointment.

What questions should I ask a daycare provider before signing up?

As you visit daycare facilities in Philadelphia, PA, you should ask the providers what their hours are so you can be prepared to adjust your schedule for drop-off and pick-up. Ask what items you are responsible for bringing for your child and what items you may be required to provide that will be shared among other children or the daycare staff. Also, make sure to check directly with the business for information about their local licensing and credentials in Philadelphia, PA.

Philadelphia Daycare | Bright Horizons®

Early Education & Preschool That’s More Than Daycare

Bright Horizons in Philadelphia offers quality, year-round programming and a number of convenient locations throughout Philadelphia, University City, Center City, King of Prussia, Langhorne, Phoenixville, Exton, and Wilmington, DE.

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Health & Safety at Our Philadelphia Centers

Health and safety is our number one priority, and we have implemented a number of enhanced protocols, including reduced class sizes at our center.

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Frequent cleaning and disinfecting of high-touch surfaces, toys, and laundered items

Strict drop-off and pick-up procedures to minimize contact

Face masks/coverings required for all staff, regardless of vaccination status

Teachers trained in all protocols

Daily health screening and temperature check for adults and children

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Working parents shouldn’t have to choose between child care and early education. Our programs ensure you don’t have to, offering convenience for your workday, and enriching learning experiences for your child.

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What ages does Bright Horizons in Philadelphia serve in its daycare program?

Most of our Philadelphia child care centers serve children ages six weeks to six years. Bright Horizons is more than daycare. We have programs with developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants, toddler, preschool and pre-K.

I’ve looked at other daycares in Philadelphia with long waitlists. What if I want to enroll at a Philadelphia Bright Horizons center but space is not available?

You can select and register with up to three Bright Horizons child care locations, including the center in which you are most interested. By registering, you are confirming interest in all three centers. Once registered, we will add you to our waitlist and offer you a space as soon as one becomes available. Our goal is to accommodate families as soon as space allows, and so during the entire process, we will keep in touch with you regarding your status. While waiting for a space to become available at the first-choice location, many families enroll at their second or third choices temporarily until space becomes available at their first-choice centers. Enrolling at another location will not only solve your immediate child care needs, but will provide you priority access to your first preference.

What is the background check process for daycare staff at Bright Horizons Philadelphia child care centers?

Bright Horizons conducts comprehensive background checks on all prospective employees and frequent visitors. In Philadelphia, the state of PA Department of Youth and Families requires background checks for employees of a daycare or licensed child care facility.

Bright Horizons background checks consist of a county criminal record check for the past seven years performed in all counties that a person has lived, worked or attended school. In addition to the county criminal search, a sex offender search, OFAC search, and a social security verification trace are also conducted.

Is it safe to send my child to a Philadelphia daycare or preschool?

Bright Horizons is trusted by parents in the Philadelphia area, including many doctors and nurses, to care for their children. We’ve partnered with pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. Kristin Moffitt of Boston Children’s Hospital to implement enhanced safety protocols for all areas including daily health screening, distancing, cleaning, and disinfecting. Our goal is to ensure that all of our health and safety practices in every center are in line with recommendations provided by the CDC and requirements of state and local municipalities. Our Philadelphia centers have the well-being of children, families, and staff at their core.

Do Bright Horizons daycare centers follow state/local requirements for masking and vaccinations?

Where there are additional state or local requirements, for example around vaccination/masking, Bright Horizons also complies with applicable legal requirements in each jurisdiction in which we operate.

Are daycare staff at Bright Horizons in Philadelphia trained in CPR and First Aid?

All Bright Horizons Philadelphia staff are trained regularly in CPR /First Aid and Universal Precautions. You can feel confident that your child is safe and receiving the best care possible while in our care.  Families of children in our care use the to get photos, real-time updates on care, learning, and milestones, and stay up to date on important notifications.

All Bright Horizons Philadelphia staff receive ongoing training, including CPR/First Aid and Universal Precautions. You can feel confident that your child is healthy, safe, and thriving while in our care. Bright Horizons families use the MyBrightDay mobile app daily to get photos, real-time updates on care, learning, and milestones, and to stay up-to-date on important notifications.

Is Bright Horizons a Greater Philadelphia metro-area daycare?

Bright Horizons has a number of Philadelphia-area locations. Search by zip to find the one closest to you.

At Bright Horizons we make sure you can enjoy the convenience of daycare combined with a quality early education experience. We focus our daily experiences on comprehensive, optimum development of each child: mind, body, social self, and character. Here’s how we do it:

Preparing Children for Success in Life by:

1. Approaching life as an invitation to learn
2. Becoming a confident and competent lifelong learner
3. Becoming a confident and competent user of technology
4. Developing emotional intelligence: personal power and social skills

Preparation for Academic Excellence by:

1. Developing the social and cognitive skills necessary for school success
2. Achieving excellence in language and literacy
3. Developing an engaged, reflective, inquisitive mind and appreciation of science
4. Achieving excellence in logical/mathematical understanding

Providing a Rich and Rewarding Childhood by focusing on:

1. Happy days
2. Wonderful relationships
3. A World of experience

How much does daycare in Philadelphia cost?

Daycare tuition depends on your child’s age, as well as your choice in center location. To get a customized tuition quote for Bright Horizons in Philadelphia, we will set up a Zoom meeting with you to discuss your family’s needs and calculate what tuition would look like for you.

Does Bright Horizons in Philadelphia have baby daycare?

Yes. Most of our locations offer infant care programs for children starting at six-weeks old. We’re happy to schedule a safe, personalized Zoom visit for expectant parents who would like to learn about why Bright Horizons can offer more than a daycare, even for our youngest learners. Bright Horizons in Philadelphia is a great place for babies.

Does Bright Horizons in Philadelphia have a toddler daycare?

Yes. Most of our locations offer toddler programs for children to start to explore independence, language development, and social skills. We’re happy to schedule a safe, personalized Zoom visit for parents who would like to learn about why Bright Horizons can offer more than a daycare. Find out what toddlers learn in our Philadelphia child care programs.

Does Bright Horizons in Philadelphia have a daycare preschool program?

Yes. Most of our locations offer preschool and pre-K programs for children that prepare them for school success. We’re happy to schedule a safe, personalized Zoom visit for parents who would like to learn about why Bright Horizons can offer more than a daycare and what school readiness at Bright Horizons in Philadelphia looks like.

Is Bright Horizons hiring daycare teachers in Philadelphia?

Yes. Please visit our careers site to view all active Bright Horizons job openings in your area. Our careers site allows you to search for all open positions (part-time, full-time, and temporary) in our centers, including positions at client center that only enroll families who work for specific employers.

Is Bright Horizons a good place to work in Philadelphia?

Yes, but don’t just take our word for it! We’ve been named 20 times as one of FORTUNE’s 100 Best Companies to Work For, and are honored to be the only child care company to ever make the list.

How can I find child care when a Philadelphia daycare center is closed?

Having a sitter or two familiar with your family can be extremely helpful when you need back-up care. With the Sittercity app, you can search for local babysitters and nannies, or post a job detailing your needs, and have interested child care providers reach out to you directly. The Sittercity app has built-in screening tools that give you control to hire with ease and confidence, which include secure messaging, interview booking, professional references, and background checks.

What is the difference between daycare and in-home child care in Philadelphia?

With a babysitter or nanny in your home, your child gets personalized, one-on-one attention in an environment controlled by you. Your child care will match the exact schedule you need, all in the convenience of your home. If desired, you can also get house management help from your in-home provider. A daycare facility tends to be a more cost-effective option that takes place in a child-specific setting. Most will have built-in programming and structured socialization for all of the children in attendance. In the end, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to child care—pick the environment that’s best for you.

How are working parents supported by Bright Horizons in Philadelphia?

Bright Horizons in Philadelphia supports the whole family because we know that success at work and success at home go hand-in-hand. We designed our centers, programs, and schedules to keep the needs of both children and parents in mind. 

Does Bright Horizons have summer care in Philadelphia?

We have a partnership with Steve and Kate’s camp locations as well as our Summer Explorations programs for children ages 3-5 and 6-12. 

Does Bright Horizons in Philadelphia allow children with special needs to enroll in daycare?

Yes. Bright Horizons in Philadelphia accommodates a wide range of special and individualized needs in our group programs. We offer inclusive programs that focus on each child’s strengths and support a collaborative team approach with the teacher, director, specialists, and families. The team will work closely together to maximize your child’s opportunities for learning, growth, and development, and minimize any barriers or safety issues that a group program may present.

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What Reopening Means for Child Care in Philadelphia | Department of Public Health

The following guidelines help control the risk of spreading COVID-19among children and staff in kindergartens and preschool institutions. To receive City of Philadelphia updates on COVID-19, text “COVIDPHL” to 888-777
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By following the guidelines below, we will help protect the health and safety of children and workers at kindergartens and preschools reopening in Philadelphia.

Advice for Parents and Guardians

Building healthy habits

• Wear a snug-fitting mask that fully covers the nose and mouth when bringing and picking up children.
• Clean hands with hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol or wash hands for at least 20 seconds before handing over or picking up a child.

If anyone in your family is quarantined or self-isolating due to COVID, notify facility staff.

• Wash bedding and other items that come into contact with your baby’s skin at least once a week.

Maintain social distancing

• When bringing or picking up children, stay within 6 feet of other people.
• Bring and pick up children at designated times.
• Avoid public places with large crowds.

Leave your child at home if they are ill or have had contact with someone with COVID-19

• If your child has a COVID-like illness, do not bring them to the child care facility.
  • COVID-like illness is defined by the presence of at least ONE of the main symptoms (sudden or persistent cough, shortness of breath, sudden loss of smell, sudden loss of taste) OR at least TWO additional symptoms (fever, chills, muscle pain, headache , sore throat, nausea/vomiting, diarrhoea, fatigue, nasal congestion/runny nose).
• If anyone living with your child develops symptoms of COVID, it is recommended that that person be tested AND go into isolation until test results are available. Find a Testing Center in Philadelphia
• If a facility worker or child has been in contact with a person who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 10 days, they should return home or stay home in quarantine and get tested if possible. Detailed recommendations for calculating the terms of mandatory self-isolation and quarantine are given here.

Keeping in touch with the kindergarten

It is important to be aware of new rules that may be introduced in the institution. Find out what rules must be followed when bringing and picking up children, and how you can be informed of changes.

For example, when children are admitted to an institution, daily information about the health of family members (including the child’s temperature) must be reported. Please pick up your children at the designated time. Drop off and pick up times may change and differ from what you’re used to.

To protect the health of children and facility staff, parents and guardians agree to keep children at home if they develop a COVID-like illness. Learn more about the Philadelphia Department of Health 9 Parent/Guardian Agreement Form0003

After returning to kindergarten, monitor the child and inform the staff of the institution about changes in the child’s needs:

• How is your child’s health?
• How does he cope with learning?
• What is the daily routine in kindergarten?
• What activities does your child enjoy?

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Guidelines for Kindergartens

The duties of a kindergarten are described below.

Building healthy habits

• All employees must wear tight-fitting masks that completely cover the nose and mouth.
• Employees and children must maintain good hand hygiene throughout the day by washing their hands or cleaning them with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol.
• The facility must arrange for medical examinations for staff, or staff must be instructed to self-diagnose symptoms.
• Health screenings for family members must be arranged at the facility, or families must be instructed to self-check for symptoms.
• The facility must frequently clean and disinfect rooms and frequently touched surfaces using approved cleaning products.

Social distancing

• Increase the distance between children’s beds or mattresses.
• No more than 22 people (including teachers and students) can be in the classroom at the same time.
• Limit the number of visitors and volunteers where possible.

Restriction of group meetings

• Excursions
• Visiting public playgrounds/sports areas
• Contact between children outside the classroom

Daily health checks

All preschools must establish a checklist for daily checks on students, staff and caregivers. The list should include the following items:

• Temperature increase
• Symptoms similar to COVID
• External examination for signs of disease
• Contact with others who have been diagnosed with COVID

The municipality has published a sample screening form and other resources for agencies to develop their own safety protocol.

Detailed guidelines for kindergartens can be found here.

If facility management believes that any child or staff has had COVID-19, call the Philadelphia Department of Health at 215-685-6741 OR email [email protected] for further instructions.

Facilities must report confirmed cases using an online form developed by the Philadelphia Department of Health. This will help to trace contacts and collect additional information.

Information on this single form is also sent to the OCDEL Bureau of Certification, Early Learning Resource Center #18, Philadelphia School District, and the Office of Families and Children (Office of Children and Families). In some cases, agencies must report confirmed cases to other government agencies, so the form allows you to save a copy of the report to send to other agencies.

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Would you like to know more? The municipality has published a six-page guide to childcare safety during the safe period. It can be read here.

Additional Resources

• Frequently Asked Questions about childcare during the COVID-19 pandemic [PDF]. This document contains answers to frequently asked questions related to Philadelphia childcare operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.. Information provided by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH), the Department of Early Childhood Education (OCDEL), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
• What to do if you have been exposed to COVID-19 or have a COVID-like illness [PDF]. This flowchart shows preschool workers what to do if a case of contact with a person with confirmed COVID-19 is detected in the preschoolor someone has symptoms similar to COVID.
• Webinar on the reopening of kindergartens and child care facilities, June 2020 . Recorded June 25 webinar by Dr. Stacey Kallem of the Philadelphia Department of Health. The webinar focuses on recommendations for protecting health and safety in childcare facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Advice for kindergartens and preschools during the COVID-19 safe regimen: Produced by the Philadelphia Department of Health (PDPH), this video highlights guidelines to follow when kindergartens and preschools reopen.
• Safer at Home: Guidelines for Kindergartens and Preschools [presentation]: This presentation by the Philadelphia Department of Health provides guidance on working during a safe regimen and additional resources for childcare during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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All caregivers and facility staff must wear tight-fitting masks that completely cover the nose and mouth.

Who should not wear a mask:

• Newborns and children under two years of age
• People who have trouble breathing or are unconscious
• Incapacitated people and those who cannot remove the mask
  unaided
• Children during daytime sleep

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Preschool Information

If you need preschool services, call the Preschool Resource Center at 215-382-4762. The PHLpreK program is currently enrolling children (pre-K) for the fall; Institutional information can be found here or by calling 844-PHL-PREK (844-745-7735).

Get information and the latest news about the COVID-19 situationin Philadelphia.

Information is updated daily on the dedicated “COVID-19” web page on the Department of Public Health website. Text COVIDPHL to 888-777 to get the latest information on your phone. Call the 24/7 Medical Helpline at 1-800-722-7112.

28 Philadelphia Museums – By Theme (History, Art, Science, etc.)

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While Washington and New York are often considered the nation’s museum capitals, Philadelphia offers many great museums.

Heard about the Philadelphia Museum of Art, today we share 25 other museums in Philadelphia. grouped by interests t.

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