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Boys and Girls Clubs of Phila Solis Cohen Unit

1901 Tyson Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149 · Philadelphia County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Boys and Girls Clubs of Phila Solis Cohen Unit 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 7 times. The state cited 70 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (34 of 70). 7 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 #1,029 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 81% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 81% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #1,029 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
7 Core-safety citations
63 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
70 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 7 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 15, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 15, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 6, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Dec 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 2, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 29, 2021 · Inspection · no citation Dec 1, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 34
Training & qualifications 14
Emergency preparedness 7
Health & medication 6
Background checks 4
Supervision 3
Building & playground safety 2

Citations, newest first

Core safety Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
At the time of inspection, there was not documentation that facility staff #2 had a State Police or NSOR clearance completed at least once every 60 months as required by Child Protective Service Law. The file for facility staff #7 did not have out-of-state clearances as required for a staff who has lived out of state in the past 5 year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2026): “Facility staff #2 had the State Police clearance and NSOR clearance completed. The operator will ensure that all staff have the required clearances updated within 60 months. Facility staff #7 obtained the required out-of-state clearances and will maintain in the staff file.”
Core safety Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of inspection on 1/15/2026, Certification Representative observed two different groups that the assigned supervision groups were not identified. In two different groups, staff had left the area and the remaining staff did not identify the children in their group. In another group, two staff identified the same children as their assigned supervision group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2026): “The director will meet with all staff to review supervision requirements. The director will work with staff to develop a system of assigning supervision groups and what to do if staff have to leave their groups.”
Citation Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
At the time of inspection, Facility staff #1 did not have an updated health assessment at least every 24 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “Facility staff #1 will obtain a health assessment.”
Citation Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of inspection there was not the required verification of education in the record for facility staff #4, #6, #8 or #10. Facility staff #10 had foreign education and did not and evaluation for the US equivalency in the record as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “The operator obtained a copy of the diploma for facility staff #4 and it will be maintained in the staff record. The operator will obtain verification of education for facility staff #6 and an education evaluation for the US equivalency for facility staff #10. Facility staff #8 is no longer…”
Citation Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of inspection, facility staff #5 did not have two written, nonfamily references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “The operator will obtain two written nonfamily references for the file of facility staff #5.”
Citation Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Facility staff #9 did not complete the required pediatric first aid and cpr within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “Facility staff #9 will obtain pediatric first aid and cpr.”
Citation Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection, there was not documentation that facility staff #1, #2, #3, and #5 obtained an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “Facility staff #1, #2, #3 and #5 will obtain 12 hours of child care training.”
Core safety Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Facility staff #5 did not have out-of-state clearances as required for staff who have lived out-of-state within the previous 5 years of employment. Facility staff #5 was beyond the provisional hire period at the time of inspection
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “Facility staff #5 obtained out-of -state clearances.”
Core safety Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of inspection on 1/7/2025, Certification Representative observed that most of the staff who were asked which children they were assigned responsibility for supervision, did not identify a specific group of children they were assigned. In several classrooms where there was more than one staff, staff did not report which children they were assigned when asked by Certification Representative.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2025): “The operator met with all staff on 1/9/2025 to review supervision requirements.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact forms for facility child #2 did not include the address and telephone number of the health care provider. The form for facility child #3 and #4 did not include the address of the health provider.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “The operator had parents complete the health provider section on all children's emergency contact forms.”
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Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact form for facility child #2 did not contain all of the required health insurance information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “The operator will ensure parents include health insurance information on all children's emergency contact forms.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact forms for facility child #1 and #2 did not include the addresses of all release individuals.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “The operator will obtain the name, address and telephone numbers of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
At the time on inspection on 1/7/2025, there was not emergency contact information for the children in the child care space in several of the rooms. At the time of inspection on 2/13/2024, the completed emergency contact forms were not in the child care spaces. The director showed a form which included the children's parents and emergency contact numbers but not all of the required emergency contact information was included.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2025): “The operator will ensure that emergency contact forms which have all of the required emergency contact information are present in the child care area the children are receiving care.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
The records for facility staff #1 and #6 did not include proper verification of child care experience. The records for facility staff #3 and #6 did not have acceptable verification of education. Facility staff #3 has a foreign credetials and there was not an evaluation for the US equivalency. Facility #6 had college transcripts but not verification of a diploma, GED or a degree as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “The operator will obtain proper verification of childcare experience for facility staff #1 and #6. The operator will obtain proper verification of education for facility staff #3 and #6.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The record for facility staff #1 did not include two written references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “The operator will obtain the two written references for staff's file.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Facility staff #1 - #5 did not have the required pediatric first aid and cpr on file at the time of inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “Facility staff #1 and #4 are no longer employed effective 1/3/2025. Facility staff #2, #3 and #5 will obtain the required pediatric first aid and cpr.”
Core safety Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The records for facility staff #4, #5 and #6 did not have completed National Sex Offenders Registry (NSOR) clearances. Facility staff #6 and #13 did not have verification of an approved mandated reporter training in the files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2024): “Facility staff #4, #5 and #6 were removed from child care duties until the completed NSOR clearances are obtained. Facility staff #6 and #12 will obtain the required mandated reporter training.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
The immunization record for facility child #5 did not verify that all immunizations accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. The record appeared to be missing 2 Hep B, 3 polio, 1 MMR and 1 Varicella vaccines and there was not an exemption on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2024): “The operator will follow-up with the parent regarding the child's immunization status and take necessary steps as required by regulations.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
It could not be determined that facility staff #7 had a current health assessment as required. The health form was not completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “Facility staff #7 will obtain documentation of a current health assessment.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
The health assessment for facility staff #2 did not include an examination for communicable diseases with results or the health provider's assessment of staff's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “Facility staff #2 will obtain documentation of an exam for communicable diseases, the results of that examination and a statement of the staff's suitability to provide child care.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
Facility staff #1 - #15 did not complete the required Health and Safety updated training within the specified timeframes of: within 90 days of hire for new staff or by December 2022 for existing staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “All staff will complete the health and safety training 1 hour update or the 10 hour update as required if required. All new staff will complete the required health and safety training within 90 days of initial hire.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
46 or more children- additional group sups/Group supervisor. 46 or more school-age children enrolled, a group sup present per §3270.35 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(e)/3270.241(c)(2)
At the time of inspection there were two facility staff who qualified as a Group Supervisor but the program requires 4 Group Supervisors based on the number of children enrolled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2024): “The operator will hire 2 additional Group Supervisors.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The agreements for facility children #1 - #5 were not signed by the operator. The agreement for facility child #3 was not signed by the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “The operator will ensure the children's agreements are signed by both the operator and by the parent.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The agreements for facility children #2, #3 and #5 were did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2024): “The agreements for facility children #2, #3 and #5 will specify arrival and departure times.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The agreement for facility child #1 did not list all the names of the release individuals.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2024): “The agreement for facility child #1 will specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The agreements for facility children #2, #3 and #5 did not specify the child's date of admission
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2024): “The agreements for facility children #2, #3 and #5 will specify the child's date of admission.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)
The emergency contact forms for facility children #1 and #5 did not have written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2024): “The operator will obtain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact forms of facility child #1 and #5.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact form for facility child #1 did not include health insurance information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “The operator will obtain health insurance information on the emergency contact form for facility child #1.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact forms for facility children #2, #3 and #4 did not include the addresses of all release individuals.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “The emergency contact forms for facility children #2, #3 and #4 will include the addresses of all individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The records for facility staff #1 - #15 did not obtain documentation of child care experience that verified they qualify for their current positions. Employment references and other documentation in the files did not specify the number of hours of child care experience prior to employment or during employment that is required for their current positions. The record for facility staff #2 did not include acceptable verification of education. The file for facility staff #2 had a transcript with college courses but not proof of a high school diploma, GED or another degree. Facility staff #4 and #12 did not have verification of education in the record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “The operator will obtain verification of child care experience for facility staff #1 - #15 and maintain this documentation in the staff's records. The operator will obtain the required verification of education for facility staff #2, #4 and #12.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Facility staff #4 and #6 did not have the required two written, nonfamily references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “The operator will obtain the required written references for facility staff #4 and #6.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Facility staff #4, #5, #6, #7, #10, #13, #14 and #15 did not obtain pediatric first aid and cpr with 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “All staff have received pediatric first aid and cpr training.”
Citation Jan 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection, it could not be determined that facility staff #2, #3, #8, #9, #11 and #13 completed 12 clock hours of child care training annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “Facility staff #2, #3, #8, #9, #11 and #13 will obtain documentation of 12 hours of child care training.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed the emergency plan did not provide for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 11, 2023): “Emergency plan will be posted and update yearly/as needed.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed staff person #1, #2, #3 and #4's records did not contain verification of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Create a log with staff name and date to keep when staff are trained.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed the first-aid kit did not include a bottle of water.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 28, 2022): “Get a bottle of water.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed the emergency pan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 11, 2023): “Emergency plan will be posted and updated yearly/as needed.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed the facility did not conduct an annual emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 11, 2023): “Will conduct monthly emergency drills.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed the operator did not have verification that the emergency plans were sent to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “Post updated emergency plans yearly/as needed.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed the legal entity did not have a current copy of the insurance policy on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Get a copy of insurance policy and post it.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed staff person #3 and #4's records did not contain verification of Health and safety training within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “File for all updated clearances and trainings.”
Citation Dec 14, 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)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed staff person #2, #3 and #4's records did not contain verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Have updated files in staff files.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed child #1, #3 and #7's agreements were not signed by the operator. Observed child #5's agreement was not signed by the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Will have all parents date the admission.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed child #1, #2, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9's agreements did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Have parents fill out missing information.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed child #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8's agreements did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Will have all parents date admission.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed child #6's emergency contact information did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Have all parents fill out missing information.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed child #5, #6, #7 and #8's emergency contact information did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Have parent fill out all missing information.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed child #1, #5 and #7's emergency contact information did not include the health insurance coverage or policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Have all parents fill out missing information.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the date it was signed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Will have all parents date the day paperwork was signed.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed staff person #3's record did not include verification of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Have updated files posted in staff files.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed staff person #2, #3 and #4's record 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, Jan 10, 2023): “Have updated files posted in staff files.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed staff person #3 and #4's records did not contain verification of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Sign staff for CPR training.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2022 observed staff person #1 and #3 did not have verification of annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Sign staff up for BGCA account and training.”
Core safety Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed staff person #1's record did not contain the child abuse clearance. Observed staff person #2's FBI clearance expired on 10/19/2020. Observed staff person #4's record did not include the National Sex Offender registry results. Observed staff person #5's record did not include the child abuse clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2022): “File for all updated clearances.”
Core safety Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed the staff were not assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2022): “Have groups broken down by staff for what youth they're responsible for.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed staff person #1, #2, #3 and #5's record did not contain verification of training regarding the emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2022): “Create a log with staff name and date to keep when Staff are trained.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed the first-aid kit did not contain soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2022): “Get Soap.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed child #4's record did not include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of ACIP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2022): “Receive records from parents.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed the facility did not have emergency plans posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2022): “Emergency Plan will be posted and updated yearly/as needed.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed child #2 and #3's record did not contain health reports.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2022): “Gather updated health reports from parents.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(1)(iv)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed staff person #1, #2 and #3's files did not include 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2022): “Sign staff up for BGCA account and training.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed #1, #2, #3 and #5's record did not contain up to date certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2022): “Sign staff up for CPR training.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed staff person #1, #2, #3 and #4's records did not include up to date fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2022): “Sign staff up for fire safety training.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed child #3's agreement did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Have parent fill out missing information.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed child #1, #2 and #3's agreement did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Will have all parents date the admission.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Have parent fill out missing information.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Have parent fill out all missing information.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed child #1, #3 and #4's emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Have parent fill in missing information.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed child #1's record did not contain signed parental consent for transportation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Make sure boxes at bottom of consent forms are signed.”
Citation Dec 1, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2021 observed staff person #4's record did not include verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2022): “Gather staff verification of education.”

“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.) $35.00 $29.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $35.00 $29.00

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 Mar 2, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Mar 29, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator Boys & Girls Clubs Of Philadelphia
Hours Monday–Friday 3:00 PM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 743-7755
State certificate # CER-00251903
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Common questions

Has Boys and Girls Clubs of Phila Solis Cohen Unit had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 7 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 15, 2025 (background checks): “At the time of inspection, there was not documentation that facility staff #2 had a State Police or NSOR clearance completed at least once every 60 months as required by Child Protective Service Law. The file for…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Boys and Girls Clubs of Phila Solis Cohen Unit?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Boys and Girls Clubs of Phila Solis Cohen Unit since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Boys and Girls Clubs of Phila Solis Cohen Unit’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Mar 29, 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 Boys and Girls Clubs of Phila Solis Cohen Unit compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,029 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 81% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Boys and Girls Clubs of Phila Solis Cohen Unit last inspected?

Dec 15, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Boys and Girls Clubs of Phila Solis Cohen Unit cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $35.00 for young school-age, $35.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Boys and Girls Clubs of Phila Solis Cohen Unit?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Boys & Girls Clubs Of Philadelphia.

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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