Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC · 4904 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia
4904 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 2
Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 53 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 29 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (11 of 29). 6 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,075 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 86% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #1,075 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1
Core-safety citations
28
Other citations
3
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
29 citations from 3 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 6 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 12, 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
11
Building & playground safety
9
Health & medication
3
Emergency preparedness
2
Food & feeding
2
Background checks
1
Training & qualifications
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Feb 12, 2026
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of the inspection, the annual review of the emergency plan was not included in the file of staff person #1 and 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 19, 2026): “Provider submitted the documentation verifying the annual training of the emergency plan for staff #1 and 2.”
Citation
Feb 12, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At the time of the inspection, peel paint was observed on the preschool doorframe and the back wall of the main room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 19, 2026): “Provider repaired the peeled paint on the preschool doorframe and the main back wall.”
Citation
Feb 12, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
At the time of the inspection, handwashing was not observed by staff #3 and child #4-5 after diaper changes at 11:35 AM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2026): “The staff member completed a PQAS-approved handwashing and health & safety training: Event ID: 380277 Course Title: Handwashing: Clean Hands = Better Health!, to reinforce proper handwashing procedures following diapering. A copy of the training certificate is attached. Staff have been reminded…”
Citation
Feb 12, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #4 did not include the child service report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2026): “The Child Service Report for Child #4 has been completed and placed in the child's file. The facility conducts developmental ASQ screenings every 60 days as part of Keystone STARS requirements, and the Child Service Report has now been properly documented in alignment with regulatory requirements.”
Citation
Feb 12, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #1 did not include the address and phone number of the release person designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 19, 2026): “Provider submitted the address and phone number of the release person designated by the parent.”
Citation
Feb 12, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #2-4 did not include a 6 month review of the emergency contact and the financial agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2026): “Provider submitted the 6 month review of the emergency contact and the financial agreement of child #2-4.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 with a nonexpired New Jersey (Exp:7/2027) driver's license on file did not have the required out of state clearances on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Staff member is no longer employed. She resigned 3.25.2025. Resignation letter attached.”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record /Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)/3270.182(1)
At the time of inspection, child #5 did not have documentation of immunization record on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Child is no longer enrolled as of 3.26.2025. Please see ELRC Enrollment Stop Letter attached.”
Citation
Mar 17, 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 person #1 did not have a health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Staff person #1 is no longer employed. Please see resignation letter attached.”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have a documented TB test on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Staff person #1 is no longer employed. Please see resignation letter attached.”
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Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
At the time of inspection, facility provides meals and did not have a menu posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Menus for each week are posted in the kitchen and a monthly 4-week menu is attached (along with picture of posting).”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
At the time of inspection, child #2 did not have a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule from the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Feeding and sleeping schedule created upon parent's instructions and signed by parent. Please see attached.”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid/Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)/3270.123(a)(7)
At the time of inspection, child #1 and #3 Financial Agreement Forms did not specify when the fee is to be paid. Children #1 through #6 Financial Agreement Forms did not specify which services are to be considered as extra.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “All Enrollment Financial Agreements have been updated to include and specify any extra services. Please see attached. Please note that child #6 has withdrawn enrollment as of 3.25.2025 (per attached resignation letter from mom).”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
At the time of inspection, children #1, #3 and #6 Financial Agreement Forms did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “All Enrollment Financial Agreements have been reviewed and updated to include the persons designated by parents for release. Please note that child #6 has withdrawn enrollment as of 3.25.2025. (Per attached resignation letter from mom).”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(6)
At the time of inspection, child #5 Emergency Contact Form did not list the name, address or telephone number of the child's physician/medical facility. Children #1, #3, and #5 Emergency Contact Forms did not list the health insurance policy information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Child #5 is no longer enrolled, per attached child stop letter from ELRC. Insurance policy number added for child #1 and #3.”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
At the time of inspection, children #1, #2, and #3 Emergency Contact Forms did not list enrolling parents work addresses. Children #1, #2, #3, #5 and #6 Emergency Contact Forms did not list the enrolling parents work telephone numbers. Child
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “All Emergency Contact Forms have been reviewed and updated to include work addresses and number's if applicable. Please note that child #6 has withdrawn enrollment as of 3.25.2025 (per attached resignation letter for mom) and child #5 has been withdrawn (per ELRC child stop letter attached).”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
At the time of inspection, children #4 and #5 Emergency Contact Forms did not include written consent by parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Emergency Contact Forms updated and signed by parent to give consent for medical care. Please note that child #5 is no longer enrolled per attached child stop letter from ELRC.”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of inspection, children #1, #2, #4, and #6 Emergency Contact Forms did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Emergency Contact Forms for child #1 updated and initialed by parent to include the addresses of all designated individuals authorized for release of child. Child #2 parent will provide and update by 3.31.2025. Please note that child #6 has withdrawn enrollment as of 3.25.25 (per attached…”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
At the time of inspection, children Emergency Contact Forms were not available in the individual childcare space for which each child was receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “A folder with Emergency Contact Forms have been added to the wall of each classroom and accessible to staff.”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
At the time of inspection, children #4 and #5 Emergency Contact Forms did not contain written parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Emergency Contact Form for child #4 has been updated to include signature for parental consent of Admin of Minor First Aid. Please note that child #5 has withdrawn per attached child stop letter from ELRC.”
Citation
Oct 28, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At the time of initial inspection, outlet in staff bathroom accessible to children did not have cover on outlet by sink.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “The operator has placed a protective cover in the electrical outlet by the sink described. The operator will assure that all electrical outlets accessible to children, have a protective cover.”
Citation
Oct 28, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
At the time of initial inspection, water temperature in both bathrooms were measuring at 116 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “The operator has adjusted the hot water temperature to be under 110 degrees. The operator will assure that the water temperature is periodically checked to assure it remains under 110 degrees.”
Citation
Oct 28, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
At the time of initial inspection, there was not a first aid kit in the indoor playroom and the first aid kits in the childcare spaces were not transportable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “Operator has purchased a first aid kit that can be moved from on location to another, including to the indoor play space.”
Citation
Oct 28, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Glass 55 Pa. Code §3270.81
At the time of initial inspection, there were no decals, visual strip or other visual identification on front entrance glass doors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “The operator has placed visual strips and/or decals on the front glass entrance door as described. The operator will assure that visual strips/decals are placed on glass in a traffic area used by children in accordance to the regulations.”
Citation
Oct 28, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Visual development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(c)(3)
At the time of initial inspection, infant room did not have adequate toys and materials for visual development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “The operator has purchased more adequate toys and materials for visual development. The operator will assure that adequate visual toys and materials are in place at all times.”
Citation
Oct 28, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Auditory development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(c)(4)
At the time of initial inspection, the infant and preschool rooms did not have adequate toys and materials for auditory development/stimulation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “The operator has purchased more adequate toys and materials for auditory development in the infant and pre-school classrooms. The operator will assure that adequate visual toys and materials are in place at all times.”
Citation
Oct 28, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
At the time of initial inspection, bookcases and shelving in infant room and main childcare space were not mounted, posing as a tipping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “The bookcases and shelving in the infant room and main childcare room has been mounted. The operator will assure that all bookcases and shelves are mounted at all time.”
Citation
Oct 28, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(2)
At the time of initial inspection, facility's Emergency Evacuation Plan did not include immediate evacuation within walking distance of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “The facility has a plan to evacuate the building from the facility as outlined in the regulations. In addition, a plan for evacuation of children from the facility building has been added. The operator will assure any subsequent updates to the plan, will include the aforementioned.”
Citation
Oct 28, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Bachelor's, 30 credits + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(2)/3270.192(2)(iii)
At the time of initial inspection, staff person #1 did not have required education credentials on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “The operator will assure that all staff, including staff person #1, have the required education credentials on file as required. Staff person #1 education is on file.”
“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.
Enforcement actions
Issuance of Provisional Certificate of Compliance at the time of Initial
Nov 14, 2024
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate
Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $68.00 | $55.60 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $68.00 | $55.60 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $64.00 | $53.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $60.00 | $50.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $57.00 | $47.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $46.00 | $40.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $46.00 | $40.00 |
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
53 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
May 7, 2027
Operator
Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC
Hours
Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 324-1474
State certificate #
CER-00252534
Common questions
Has Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 17, 2025 (background checks): “At the time of inspection, staff person #1 with a nonexpired New Jersey (Exp:7/2027) driver's license on file did not have the required out of state clearances on file.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Jun 9, 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 Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,075 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC last inspected?
Feb 12, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $68.00 for newborn, $68.00 for infant, $64.00 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Brainy Bunch Educational Center LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Brainy Bunch Educational Center 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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