A Mothers Heart Phase 2
A Mothers Heart Phase 2 is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 15 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 48 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (15 of 48). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #966 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing child abuse clearance from their file. Staff 2 was missing FBI, NSOR and disclosure statement. Staff 3 child abuse, state police and FBI were expired (8-5-19) Staff 2 was missing mandated reporter training
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing emergency plan training.
Certification rep tried a few tines to call the center, but the number wasn't working. Certification called the number on speaker to show staff on site the number wasn't working.
During renewal inspection certification rep went to the outdoor play space. The grass in the outdoor play space was tall and needs to be cut. Certification rep observed dirty and broken toys in the outdoor playspace. Corrected by second site visit on 9-18-24
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in various places in the facility. (wall near cubby, wall near bathroom,
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed the fire drill log. The fire alarm system is not being tested every 30 days. Testing days are inconsistent (1-5-24, 2-3-24, 6-6-24 and 9-3-24).
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed liability insurance. The liability insurance was from 7-13-23
During renewal inspection certification rep was unable to access the children and staff files.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing pediatric 1st aid cpr.
During renewal inspection certification was not able to verify the director. Director was not on site at the time of inspection. Photo ID was missing from the director's file.
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During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During unannounced visit on 11-3-23 and 11-15-23 the toys in room 2 were not accessible.
During two unannounced visits on 11-3-23 and 11-15-23, two of the smoke alarms were not working in room 2 and the kitchen.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint throughout the facility
During renewal inspection certification rep observed limited toys for the young toddler enrolled. There was (1 book, 1 puppet, flash cards)
During renewal inspection, certification rep saw small rips on the blue chair exposing the soft foam.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 1 needs updated health assessment
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. The file of child 1 enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination within the past year, as required per the ACIP recommended schedule.
During renewal inspection certification rep asked the owner to manually test the fire detection system. The fire detection system was not operational.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed facilities certificate of liability. The cretificate of liability expired on 5--13-2023
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing an annual evaluation from their file.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 and 2 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 1 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 1 was missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During renewal follow up visit certification rep reviewed staff file for staff 2. The health assessment for staff 2 was from 8-29-22. Staff 2 start date was 10-16-23.
At time of complaint investigation on 4/20/23, staff person #1, acknowledged that staff person #2 was under the influence of alcohol while working at the facility and caring for children. Staff person #2 was unable to be roused from a sleeping position on the afternoon of 4/11/23 and 911 was called by staff person #1.
At time of unannounced inspection, the file for staff person #2 did not include complete criminal history information as required under the CPSL. The file for staff person #2 contained a volunteer PA criminal clearance dated 5/9/18, a child abuse clearance dated 9/7/17 that was more than 60 months old, and mandated reporter training dated 12/8/16 that was more than 60 months old. The file for staff person #2 did not include a NSOR certificate. There were no applications to apply for a new PA criminal, or child abuse clearance.
At time of unannounced inspection, staff person #3 did not have documentation of receiving emergency plan training at the initial time of employment.
At time of unannounced inspection, the electrical box mounted on the bathroom ceiling was detaching and screws were hanging out of the ceiling
At time of unannounced inspection, the file for staff person #1 did not include an initial health assessment or TB test results.
At time of unannounced inspection, staff person #4 AND #5 did not have documentation of completing the required 1 hour Health and Safety training update.
At time of unannounced inspection, staff person #4 did not have documentation of completing annual fire safety training.
At time of unannounced inspection, staff person #3 did not have documentation of completing the pre-service health and safety training within 90 days of employment.
At time of unannounced inspection, at least 50% of the staff were not group supervisors. Two aides, and one assistant group supervisor were present at time of arrival at approximately 9:50 am.
At time of unannounced inspection, the file for staff persons #1 and #2 did not include two written, non-family references.
At time of unannounced inspection, staff persons #2 and #3 did not have documentation of completing pediatric first aid and CPR within 90 days of hire.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE OUTLET STRIP OBSERVED IN THE MIDDLE ROOM DID NOT HAVE PROTECTIVE COVERS IN THE OUTLETS THAT WERE NOT BEING USED, AND THE OUTLET STRIP WAS ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, HAND SANITIZER WAS OBSERVED UNDER THE UNLOCKED SINK IN THE BATHROOM, AND WAS ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE MIDDLE ROOM DID NOT CONTAIN SOAP.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION CHIPPED PAINT WAS OBSERVED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT HAVE RESULTS OR A DATE THAT A TB TEST WAS GIVEN.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE ANY DOCUMENTATION THAT FIRE SAFETY HAD BEEN TAKEN WITHIN THE PAST YEAR.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE THE REQUIRED TRAINING UNDER 3270.31(f) 1-9. AND THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE THE DATE OF THE TRAINING FOR THE REQUIRED TRAINING UNDER 3270.31(f) 1-9, WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILES FOR STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 DID NOT INCLUDE 12 HOURS OF ANNUAL CHILD CARE TRAINING.
AT TIME OF UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 10/22/21, AT 10:25 AM, CERTIFICATION REP WAS DENIED ACCESS TO THE FACILITY BY STAFF PERSON #1.
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $80.00 | $60.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $80.00 | $60.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $70.00 | $55.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $70.00 | $55.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $40.00 | $35.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $40.00 | $35.00 |
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
Common questions
Has A Mothers Heart Phase 2 had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Sep 6, 2024 (background checks): “During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing child abuse clearance from their file. Staff 2 was missing FBI, NSOR and disclosure statement. Staff 3 child abuse, state police and…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about A Mothers Heart Phase 2?
Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is A Mothers Heart Phase 2’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Aug 28, 2026. 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 A Mothers Heart Phase 2 compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #966 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was A Mothers Heart Phase 2 last inspected?
Jul 25, 2025 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does A Mothers Heart Phase 2 cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $80.00 for infant, $80.00 for young toddler, $70.00 for older toddler, $70.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs A Mothers Heart Phase 2?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is A Mothers Heart Phase 2.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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