Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II
Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 57 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 54 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (18 of 54). 16 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,011 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 79% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1-5 did not include the updated disclosure statement. The file of staff #3 included a state police clearance dated 7/23/20, a child abuse clearance dated 7/27/20, DHS FBI clearance dated 7/25/20 and a NSOR clearance dated 8/17/20. The file of staff #1 included a NSOR clearance dated 7/28/20. The file of staff #5 did not include a DHS FBI and NSOR clearances.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1-5 did not include the annual emergency plan training.
At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was observed on the baseboards of the infant room and the preschool window sill near the window air conditioning unit.
At the time of the inspection, the kitchen refrigerator thermometer was observed to be not working.
At the time of the inspection, the health assessment for child #4 did not include at statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #5 did not include a health assessment.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency drill log documentation was not observed.
At the time of the inspection, the fire drill log documentation was not observed.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #5 did not include the pediatric cpr and first aid training.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #2, 3, & 4 did not include the annual fire safety training.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #2 & 3 did not include a staff evaluation.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #4 and 5 did not include the verification of child care experience.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #5 did not include verification of education.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #1 and 2 did not include the health insurance policy number.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact for child #5 was last reviewed 7/22/25 and did not include a 6 month review.
At the time of the inspection, the financial agreement for child #1 was dated 3/18/25, for child #3 was dated 9/2/25, for child #4 was dated 7/22/25 and for child #5 was dated 8/22/25 did not include a 6 month review.
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At the time of the inspection, sanitizing spray and wipes were observed in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children in the caterpillar's room. In the dragonfly room 3 sanitizing wipe canisters and 2 disinfectant spray bottles were observed in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
At the time of the inspection, the initial health assessment for child #3 was dated 11/24/23 and the initial health assessment for child #6 was dated 8/2/23.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #3 did not include an initial Mantoux Test and a health assessment.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 and #4 did not include a health assessment.
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #1, #4 and #5 did not include an initial health assessment.
At the time of the inspection, the shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment policy did not include prevention and child maltreatment.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not include the health and safety 1 hour update training.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not include Pediatric First Aid and CPR training.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 and #4 did not include a staff evaluation.
At the time of the inspection, the files of staff person #2, #3 and #4 did not include the verification of child care experience.
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include a child service report.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #4 and #6 did not include consent by a parent for emergency medical care,
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #4 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact review for child #1 was dated 9/16/24, the emergency contact review for child #2 was dated 3/20/24, the emergency contact review for child #3 was dated 5/1/24, the emergency contact review for child #4 was dated 7/10/24, the emergency contact review for child #5 was dated 10/4/24 and the emergency contact review for child #6 was dated 4/11/24.
At the time of the inspection, the financial agreement for child #1 was dated 10/5/23, the financial agreement for child #2 was dated 3/20/24, the financial agreement for child #3 was dated 1/2/24, the financial agreement for child #4 was dated 7/10/24, the financial agreement for child #5 was dated 10/4/24 and the financial agreement for child #6 was dated 8/29/23.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #6 did not include consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #2 and #4 did not include two written, nonfamily references. The file of staff person #3 included 1 written, nonfamily reference.
On 4/17/24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that the pre-school classroom was unable to identify their primary care groups.
On 4/17/24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that the infant room did not include an infant feeding schedule for each infant.
On 4-17-24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 1 PCP information was missing from his child record.
On 4/17/24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child #1,#2, #3, and #4 child records emergency contact form does not include name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
On 4/17/24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 2 record did not have an updated agreement and emergency contact form.
During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an updated State Police Criminal clearance as required by the CPSL. Document dated 4/18/18. The records of staff person #4 did not contain the application for the Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance as required by the CPSL. It was observed that the Disclosure statements for staff person #1 and staff person #5 were dated 4/17/18 and 4/20/17 respectively.
During the renewal inspection on 4/19/22, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #3 did not contain an updated health report at least every 12 months. Documents dated 10/20/2020 and 11/8/2021 respectively.
During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements and there was no exemption letter in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.
During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person # 4 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting.
During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3 and staff person #5 did not contain the required health and safety 1-hour update.
During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.
During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #3 did not include a written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of child #3 did not include an updated emergency contact. Document dated 9/22/22.
During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 did not contain an updated emergency contact information and financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period. Documents dated 4/7/2022 and 4/4/2022 respectively.
During the renewal inspection on 4/13/22, it was observed that the fire Extinguishers were tagged with a date of January 2021
During the renewal inspection on 4/13/22, it was observed that the ceiling tiles in the Dragonflies room were brown stained
During the renewal inspection on 4/13/22, it was observed that there was a trash can in the bathroom of the Dragonflies room with no working hands free lid
During the renewal inspection on 4/13/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not contain an updated health report-reported dated 9/2020
During the renewal inspection on 4/13/22, it was observed the records of facility person #2 did not contain an updated health record
During the renewal inspection, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not include an updated fire safety 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $52.00 | $40.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $52.00 | $40.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $49.00 | $39.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $46.00 | $35.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $44.00 | $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 Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II 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 Mar 19, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1-5 did not include the updated disclosure statement. The file of staff #3 included a state police clearance dated 7/23/20, a child abuse clearance dated 7/27/20, DHS…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 3, effective Oct 20, 2025. 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 Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,011 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 79% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II last inspected?
Mar 19, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $52.00 for newborn, $52.00 for infant, $49.00 for young toddler, $46.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Beautiful Beginnings Childcare Ctr INC.
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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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