Anne Frank Elementary
2000 Bowler St, Philadelphia, PA 19115 · Philadelphia County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months
Keystone STAR 1
Anne Frank Elementary is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 25 violations, 9 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 25). 3 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #624 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia 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
Tied for #624 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
9
Core-safety citations
16
Other citations
6
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
25 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 3 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 1, 2026
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
9
Training & qualifications
5
Staff ratios
3
Supervision
3
Background checks
3
Health & medication
2
Citations, newest first
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
At the time of the inspection, at 2:53 PM staff #1, 2 with child #1-27 (first graders) were leaving the cafeteria and entering into a classroom. At 2:56 PM staff #3 entered the classroom and staff #2 left the classroom. Staff #2 returned at 2:57 PM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2026): “Provider explained to staff how ratio is followed according to group sizes will be observed at all times. Staff #2 is no longer employed with the program.”
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of the inspection, staff #4 & 5 were observed unable to name the children in their primary group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2026): “Individual lists of children have been printed and distributed to the staff.”
Citation
Jun 1, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #3 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2026): “The letters of reference will be provided to the inspector and printed out to be kept inside the staff files, onsite.”
Follow-up
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection
Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The was no written proof of any staff having the regulatory CPSL requirements at the time of inspection. This is continued non-compliance from 9/9/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2025): “All clearances will be complete by 10/24/2025. Staff will be supervised or removed from duty.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection, there were no staff files with a recent health assessment for any staff observed caring for facility children. This is continuous non-compliance from 9/9/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2025): “All staff will have health assessments updated/received.”
Citation
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
There was no written proof of any staff having first-aid training at the time of inspection. This is continued non-compliance from 9/9/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2025): “All first aid training will be complete by 10/24/2025”
Citation
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
AT the time of inspection, there were no files with written proof of staff files at the facility. Without written proof, staff 1-21 cannot work with facility children in an unsupervised position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2025): “There will be a complete file for all facility staff.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The was no written proof of any staff having the regulatory CPSL requirements at the time of inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “All staff files will be updated and forwarded to the inspector”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.52
At the time of inspection, there was a group of 58-59 children in the front school yard with four staff. In the classroom (kindergarten) there were (20) Twenty children in the care of one-staff. There were (25)Twenty-five 2nd grade children in the care of one-staff. There were (32) Thirty-two 2nd grade children in the care of two staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “We are in the process of hiring qualified staff in order to meet the ration requirement”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 31, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection, there were no staff files with written proof of recent health assessments on-site at the time of inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “All Staff Health Assessments will be updated and presented.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
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Citation
Jul 31, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
The was no written proof of a file for (staff #1) the facility director at the time of inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “Director's files will be updated and presented to the inspector”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 31, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
The was no written proof of any children files on-site at the time of inspection. There were over 100 children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “All children's files will be printed out and presented.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 31, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)/3270.182(6)
At the time of inspection on 9/8/25, There were over 100 children in care. The was no written proof of signed parental consent minor first-aid or emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “All children's Parental Consent files will be printed out and presented.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 31, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.191/3270.192(2)(iii)
The was no written proof of any staff having files on-site at the time of inspection. At the time of the facility follow-up visit, there were no complete files for staff #1-12.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “Staff files will be updated annually and kept onsite at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.52
Three age groups were observed out-of-ratio at the time of inspection. There were 25 kindergarten children in the gym; with staff #4 and #5. There were forty (42) children third grade and above with staff #3. There were 19 second and third grade children in the care of staff #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2024): “Upon their arrival additional staff were placed with each group to correct/keep ratio. The ratios will be met at all times. The summer program ends 8/2/24.”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
At the time of inspection, facility child #1 walked into the gym located at the elementary school where care is provided unsupervised. The child said they wanted to use the bathroom. Staff in the gym redirected the child to restroom outside of the gym. CR asked staff #6 to take the child was taken to the bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2024): “All facility children will be supervised at all times.”
Lifeguard training/supervision/Included in ratio/annual training 55 Pa. Code §3270.115(a)(6)/3270.115(a)(8)
During the inspection, staff indicated field trips are taken to "The Funplex" water park in Mt. Laurel, NJ. Per the director there is no Lifeguard on file at the facility as required by the OCDEL regulations. There was no written proof of water safety training for staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “The children will not go swimming until a life guard is on staff. There will be a file at the facility for the life guard. All staff, who go to swimming events will have written proof of water safety training on file. The summer program end 8/2/24.”
Citation
Jul 26, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
At the time of inspection, the liability insurance expired in May 2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2024): “The summer program ends on 8/2/24. Prior to caring for children, the facility will have written proof of comprehensive liability insurance as required by regulation.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At time of inspection staff person # 1 did not have updated Pa state police, child abuse, FBI clearances documented in their record. Staff person #3 did not have required clearances for state in which they currently reside (NJ) documented in their record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2023): “Staff person#1 and #3 shall be removed from care with children until required clearances are obtained and documented in their records as required. Note: Termination letter received for staff person #3.”
Citation
May 1, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
At time of inspection, staff person #3 did not have current pediatric first-aid and CPR documented in their record as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2023): “Staff person #3 shall have required pediatric first-aid/CPR updated and documented in their record.”
Citation
May 1, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
At time of inspection, the files for staff person # 4-8 were not available for review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2023): “The files for staff person #4-8 shall be submitted for review as required and shall be available upon request in the future. Note: Staff person #4-8 have been terminated until required documentation is obtained and submitted.”
Citation
May 1, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Suitability of persons in the facility/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(b)/3270.192(2)(iii)
Staff person # 2 did not have required mandated reporter training documented in their record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2023): “Staff person # 2 shall complete required mandated reporter training and it shall be documented in their record as required.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At time of inspection, staff person #5 did not have an FBI Clearance and NSOR certificate on file. Staff person# 6 did not have a proper child abuse clearance on file (states for adult household member but it needs to be for employment).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2022): “Both staff person #5 and #6 shall be removed from care with children until required clearances and/or NSOR certificate is obtained and documented in their records. On 7/29/22 received dismiss letter for staff members 5 & 6.”
Citation
Jun 1, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At time of inspection of record, staff person #4 did not have proof of education and/or experience to qualify her for a position as an AGS as identified on staff data sheet submitted by operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2022): “Proof of education and experience for staff person # 4 shall be provided to qualify her for the position of AGS as identified on staff data sheet. On 7/29/22, received dismissal letter for staff person #4.”
Citation
Jun 1, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
At time of inspection, there were no staff records available for review for staff person #1-3 who were present and working at facility
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2022): “A complete staff file for staff person #1-4 shall be provided to cert rep for review. An individual record is produced and required for each facility person.”
Citation
Jun 1, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At time of inspection staff person #1 did not have any references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2022): “Staff person #1 shall provide two non-family references which shall be on file as required.”
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $55.00 | $46.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $55.00 | $46.00 |
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
—
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Aug 2, 2027
Operator
Philly Kidz Initiative LLC
Hours
Monday–Friday 3:00 PM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 378-9700
State certificate #
CER-00259757
Common questions
Has Anne Frank Elementary had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 9 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 Jun 1, 2026 (staff ratios): “At the time of the inspection, at 2:53 PM staff #1, 2 with child #1-27 (first graders) were leaving the cafeteria and entering into a classroom. At 2:56 PM staff #3 entered the classroom and staff #2 left the classroom.…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Anne Frank Elementary?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Anne Frank Elementary since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Anne Frank Elementary’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Aug 21, 2018. 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 Anne Frank Elementary compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #624 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia 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 Anne Frank Elementary last inspected?
Jun 1, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Anne Frank Elementary cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $55.00 for young school-age, $55.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Anne Frank Elementary?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Philly Kidz Initiative LLC.
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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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