Ecole Francaise Internationale de Philadelphie
150 N Highland Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 · Montgomery County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months
Keystone STAR 1
Ecole Francaise Internationale de Philadelphie is a certified child care center in Bala Cynwyd, PA, with capacity for 145 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 26 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 26). 13 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #7 of 7 centers in Bala Cynwyd and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
Fewer citations than 50% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#7 of 7 centers in Bala Cynwyd
4
Core-safety citations
22
Other citations
5
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
26 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 13 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 16, 2025
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Records & paperwork
15
Training & qualifications
4
Background checks
3
Health & medication
2
Supervision
1
Building & playground safety
1
Citations, newest first
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that Staff person #1 and staff person #4 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 1 & Staff person #4 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: staff person #1; Mandated Reporter training, health & safety training Parts 1 & 2 and staff person #4; Pediatric First Aid & CPR, Mandated Reporter training and Health & Safety Parts 1 & 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2026): “Staff person #1 has completed the health & safety training part 1 and is in process of completing part 2 and mandated reporter training. Staff person #4 is no longer working at the childcare program”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection starting 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain the correct child Abuse clearance. Document presented was a volunteer clearance. Documents submitted for Staff person #4 and staff person #5 did not meet provisional hire requirements. Documents submitted were PA State Police for Staff #4 & #5 and Child Abuse for Staff person #4 and application for child Abuse for staff person #5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Staff person #2 completed the correct child Abuse clearance. Staff person #4 and #5 no longer work for the childcare”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that there was no annual Inspection of the fire detection system presented. The fire extinguishers displayed an inspection date of August 2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Please find the inspection and testing form for the fire detection system dated 6/18/25.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Health information/Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(d)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/256, it was observed that the records of child #3did not include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The records of child #4 and child #5 did not include an initial health report and a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2026): “Provider has obtained child #3's record of immunization. Provider will obtain health records and records of immunization for child #4 and #5”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25 it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain an updated Pediatric First Aid & CPR training. Document dated 11/14/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Staff person #2 has completed the required Pediatric first Aid & CPR training. Please see attached”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of staff person # 2 and staff person #3 did not include current fire safety training. Training dated 3/19/2024 respectively.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2026): “Staff person #2 & #3 will complete the fire safety training February 2026 by the lower Merion Fire Department”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Provider has obtained the release authorization form school 2025/23026 which specifies the designated people for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #5 did not contain an admission date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Provider has submitted the specified enrollment/re-enrollment agreement for child #1, #2, #3 and #5 indicating their admission date.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records o child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not contain the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Documents were obtained for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 with the name and address for each child's physician.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not contain health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Provider has obtained the medical information 2025-2026 that contains the health insurance coverage and policy numbers for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Provider has obtained the medical information for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 stating on the top the parent consent for emergency medical care and the administration of first aid”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that there was no individual record for staff person #4 and staff person #5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Staff person #4 and #5 are not employed by the childcare program.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain an acceptable verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2026): “Provider has submitted education documents for verification through PA Keys”
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Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 12/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include the correct PA State police Criminal record and child Abuse clearances for an AGS as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not contain Out of State clearances as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #4 and staff person #5 did not include the correct Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance (FBI) and the National Sex Offender Registry Certificate (NSOR) as required by the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “Staff person #2 is currently on winter vacation and will provide the correct PA State Police record check and child Abuse before returning to work. Staff person #3 has completed the out of state required clearances. Staff person #4 has applied for the required out of state clearances and staff…”
Citation
Dec 11, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the renewal inspection on 12/11/24, it was observed that there was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed conspicuously in every childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “A written emergency plan has been written and posted in childcare spaces.”
Citation
Dec 11, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection on 12/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not include a health assessment. The records of staff person #5 did not include a health assessment and Tuberculosis screening.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2025): “Staff person #4 has submitted the health care assessment form and is awaiting the doctor's completion. Staff person #5 has completed the required Tuberculosis screening and health assessment.”
Citation
Dec 11, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Durning the renewal inspection on 12/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include Pediatric First Aid & CPR training and the records of staff person #2 did not include the correct Pediatric First Aid & CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “Staff person #1 completed pediatric First Aid & CPR training. Staff person #2 completed training will have to get Pediatric First Aid & CPR training and will have to work supervised until she gets it.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not contain the correct DHS Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance. The records of staff person #4 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance and the correct PA State Criminal record clearance and the correct child Abuse clearance as required by the CPSL for an Aide. Clearances submitted were volunteer clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Staff person #3 received the correct DHS FBI clearance. Staff person #4 received the correct PA state criminal and child abuse clearance and has applied for the NSOR clearance.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an updated health assessment. Document dated 3/24/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “Staff person #1 completed an updated health assessment on 1/3/24”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the Health and safety 1-hour update as required by the CCDBG.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “Staff person #1 completed the health and safety 1-hr update as required by the CCDBG.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not include the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “The daily arrival and departure time for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 have been highlighted.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “The medical information sheet for 2023-2024 for students #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 include the physician's required information.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs/Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)/3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not include information on the child's special needs and health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “The medical information sheet for 2023-2024 for students #1, #@, #3, #4, and #5 include the child's special needs and health insurance coverage and the policy number.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “The medical information sheet 2023-2024 for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 include signed parental consent for emergency medical care and first aid care.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, it was observed that the records of staff person 2 and staff person #3 did not include acceptable verification of education. Education documents not in English.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “The records for staff person #2 and #3 have been translated to English for education verification by a certified staff member.”
Citation
Apr 6, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection facility persons #1,2,3, and 4did not obtain annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “Legal entity will ensure that all facility persons obtain annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $100.00 | $94.74 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $75.00 | $75.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $75.00 | $75.00 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Capacity
145 children
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Feb 3, 2027
Operator
Ecole Francaise Internationale De Philad
Hours
Monday–Friday 7:45 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(610) 667-1284
State certificate #
CER-00251422
Common questions
Has Ecole Francaise Internationale de Philadelphie had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Dec 16, 2025 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection on 12/16/25, it was observed that Staff person #1 and staff person #4 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 1 & Staff person #4 has not completed the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Ecole Francaise Internationale de Philadelphie?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Ecole Francaise Internationale de Philadelphie since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Ecole Francaise Internationale de Philadelphie’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jun 6, 2019. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does Ecole Francaise Internationale de Philadelphie compare with other daycares in Bala Cynwyd?
It is #7 of 7 centers in Bala Cynwyd by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Ecole Francaise Internationale de Philadelphie last inspected?
Dec 16, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Ecole Francaise Internationale de Philadelphie cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $100.00 for preschool, $75.00 for young school-age, $75.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Ecole Francaise Internationale de Philadelphie?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Ecole Francaise Internationale De Philad.
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