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Beyond Babysitting II

5734 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19120 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Beyond Babysitting II is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 15 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 25 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (7 of 25). 5 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 #747 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 57% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #747 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
3 Core-safety citations
22 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
25 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 29, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 29, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 12, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Sep 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 8, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 7
Training & qualifications 5
Records & paperwork 4
Emergency preparedness 3
Health & medication 3
Background checks 2
Staff ratios 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 29, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Two facility persons present in facility/Two facility persons on excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(a)/3270.54(b)
At the time of the inspection (the operator) staff person #1 was observed transporting (walking) the children from school as well as supervising them in the facility without the presence of any other staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2025): “From this point forward at least two facility persons will always be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person; additionally, at least two facility persons will always be present when children are on an excursion…”
Citation Oct 29, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
At the time of the inspection the emergency plan of the facility had an annual review date on it that was more than a year ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2025): “Provider will review the emergency plan of the facility and update it with the annual review date”
Citation Oct 29, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces/Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)/3270.124(c)
At the time of the inspection children were brought into the large muscle play space with neither the first aid kit or the emergency contact forms present.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2025): “At the time of the inspection children the first aid kit or the emergency contact forms were brought into the large muscle play space where the children were playing.”
Citation Oct 29, 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)
At the time of the inspection the provider did not have the proof of the annual inspection of the fire detection system.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2025): “Provider will submit the proof of the annual inspection of the fire detection system.”
Citation Oct 29, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.31(f)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking the proof of completion of the required health and safety training as well as the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2025): “Provider will update the record of staff person #1 with both the proof of completion of the required health and safety training as well as the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Core safety Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
At the time of inspection, staff person #2 was observed caring for children without documentation of PA State Clearance, FBI Clearance, National Sex Offender's Registry Clearance or Mandated Reporter Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Staff person #2 will not return to the facility until all clearances and trainings have been completed and received.”
Core safety Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of inspection, staff person #2 was observed caring for children without documentation of PA State Clearance, FBI Clearance, National Sex Offender's Registry Clearance or Mandated Reporter Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Staff person #2 will not return to the facility until all clearances and trainings have been completed and received.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and #2 did not have verification of Emergency Plan Training for the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2025): “Provider will have staff person #1 review and sign off on the facility's Emergency Plan. Staff person #2 will not return to the facility until all required trainings and documentation have been received.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of inspection, the cabinet under the bathroom sink had a Zep cleaning solution in its original container that warned, keep out of reach of children that was unlocked and accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Provider removed the cleaning solution from the cabinet and placed out of reach from children.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
At the time of inspection, the children's cots were not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Provider had staff label all cots with the children names.”
Citation Apr 1, 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, staff persons #1 and #2 did not have a health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2025): “Provider will obtain staff person #1 health assessment and place on file. Staff person #2 will not return to the facility until all required documentation, including health assessment is received.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have the required documented Health and Safety Training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2025): “Provider will submit Health and Safety Training for staff person #1.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 30 credits/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have verification of experience and education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2025): “Provider will obtain staff person #1 experience and education credentials and place on file.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and #2 did not have the required two nonfamily references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2025): “Provider will obtain staff persons #1 references and place in file. Staff person #2 will not return to the facility until all required documentation is received.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
While conducting a renewal inspection it was observed the first aid kit was inaccessible to children in the main child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2023): “Provider removed the first aid kit from child care spacing placing it in the closet out of the reach of children.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
While conducting a renewal inspection it was observed the facility emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “Provider will update current emergency plan with procedures to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
While conducting a renewal inspection it was observed staff person# 1 file did not include updated health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “Provider will have staff person# 1 complete required health and safety training; documentation of completed training will be forwarded to Cert Rep.”
Citation Aug 8, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the inspection on 10/14/2022 toxics (Purell surface cleaner, hand sanitizer and glass cleaner) were observed accessible to children in the bathroom and near the front door of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2022): “All cleaning supplies and other toxic materials will be kept out of reach of children and locked in a cabinet or made inaccessible to children by staff and director.”
Citation Aug 8, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the inspection on 10/14/2022 the hot water temperature measured 112.3° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2022): “Hot water temperature, will not exceed 110 F. Water will be checked daily by staff with water temperature gauge.”
Citation Aug 8, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Heat Source 55 Pa. Code §3270.71
During the inspection on 10/14/2022 exposed hot water pipes were observed in the bathroom accessible to children. This poses a threat to the health and safety of children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2022): “All water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110 degrees that are accessible to children will be equipped with protective guards or be insulated to prevent direct contact.”
Citation Aug 8, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8)
During the inspection on 10/14/2022 the file record for child # 2 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2022): “All children files will include a health assessment that includes a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and will include a statement that age appropriate screenings is recommended by the American Academy of…”
Citation Aug 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the inspection on 10/12/2022 the file record for child # 2 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 9, 2022): “All children files will include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or medical assistance benefit and be on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Aug 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the inspection on 10/14/2022 the file records for child # 2,3 and 4 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 9, 2022): “Director and staff will review emergency for to ensure that name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to.”
Citation Aug 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During the inspection on 10/14/2022 the file records for child#1,2,3,4,5,6, and 7 did not include a review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 9, 2022): “All children's files will include a review and update the emergency contact information and financial agreement at least once every 6 month period or as soon as there is a change in the information”
Citation Aug 8, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the inspection 10/14/2022 the file record for staff person # 1 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2022): “All Staff persons will have a minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training annually.”

“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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $63.00 $53.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $58.00 $50.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $55.00 $48.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $51.00 $45.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $48.00 $42.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $48.00 $42.00

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 15 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Nov 18, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Nov 21, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator Alice Williams
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 297-7618
State certificate # CER-00248905
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Common questions

Has Beyond Babysitting 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 Oct 29, 2025 (staff ratios): “At the time of the inspection (the operator) staff person #1 was observed transporting (walking) the children from school as well as supervising them in the facility without the presence of any other staff.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Beyond Babysitting II?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Beyond Babysitting II since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Beyond Babysitting II’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Nov 21, 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 Beyond Babysitting II compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #747 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Beyond Babysitting II last inspected?

Oct 29, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Beyond Babysitting II cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $63.00 for infant, $58.00 for young toddler, $55.00 for older toddler, $51.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Beyond Babysitting II?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Alice Williams.

Certified centers nearby

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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