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Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC

800 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111 · Philadelphia County
3 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 56 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 76 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (27 of 76). 30 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,100 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 88% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 88% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #1,100 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
4 Core-safety citations
72 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
76 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 30 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 5, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 5, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Oct 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 2, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 26, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 27, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 23, 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

Records & paperwork 27
Building & playground safety 17
Emergency preparedness 12
Training & qualifications 10
Health & medication 4
Background checks 2
Staff ratios 2
Food & feeding 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection facility persons #5 & 6 did not have their Child Abuse Clearances on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Corrected on site during inspection”
Core safety Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
At the time of inspection facility persons #7 and #8 did not know who was in their primary group and could not name all the children in the class.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Updated emergency plan and preparedness training with staff. Staff now will have the same sex children i.e 1 staff will have boys, 1 staff will have girls”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Facility person #6 did not have emergency plan training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Legal entity had facility person #6 complete emergency plan training and submitted the sign in sheet to OCDEL for verification of correction.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Care space not play space at same time 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(b)
At the time of the inspection the facility was using the older toddler room for play space (dress play, reading play, dramatic play etc.).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Ride on toys removed from class. 1 dramatic play area to remain in class”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The closet door by the school age bathroom is off its hinges and sitting against the way causing safety concerns for children and staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director will have the door reinstalled back to the closet to ensure safety of children. A picture will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
At the time of the inspection the hallway connecting the school age class had 2 bulbs out, the hallway outside the school age bathrooms had 4 bulbs out causing both areas to have supervision and safety concerns.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director will have lights replaced. A picture will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
2 hour diaper check 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(e)
At the time of the inspection the infant class did not have any diaper changing schedules to provide that the children had been checked or changed every two hours.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director will update system to include diaper changes and ensure the staff and entering them in the moment or as soon a reasonably possible. Director will submit a copy to OCDEL to show that the update was added.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
At the time of the inspection the infant class did not have feeding schedules for any of the infants in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director will update system to include feeding schedules from the parents and ensure the staff and entering them in the moment or as soon a reasonably possible. Director will submit a copy to OCDEL to show that the update was added.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director will update and submit to OCDEL for verification of correction.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 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 facility did not have: 1. Documentation of testing every 30 days 2. Documentation of annual testing from a fire safety professional 3. Proof of purchase of interconnected system
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director will completed fire testing and drills and submit competed updated forms to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the inspection children# 1. 2, 3, 4, and 5 did not have child service reports completed and on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director will complete approved child service reports / assessments for children# 1. 2, 3, 4, and 5 and submit a signed copy from the parent and staff with assessment date to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
At the time of the inspection child #1 physician's name was not on her emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Completed day of inspection by parent”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
At the time of the inspection child # 3 emergency contact information did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Completed by parent day of inspection”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 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 the inspection child #4 did not have an emergency contact information did not iinclude the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. The child's record did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Completed day of inspection by parent”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of the inspection child #4 emergency contact did not have the address for their release person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “completed day of inspection by parent”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director will correct and place in conscious area in lobby and classrooms. A picture will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
At the time of the inspection child #5 did not have an individual file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director will ensure that child #5 has an individual file. A copy will be sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
At the time of the inspection child #1 did not have their free agreement updated and signed for their 6-month review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2026): “completed & signed day of inspection by parent”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of the inspection the facility person #1, 2, 5, and 6 did not have verified childcare experience on file. At the time of the inspection facility persons #6 did not have verified education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director completed and submitted a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of the inspection facility persons #4 and #6 did not have verified childcare experience on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Director verified the child experience and submitted the form to OCDEL”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection facility person #6 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, Apr 15, 2026): “completed day of inspection”
Citation Mar 5, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the inspection facility person #3 did not have 12 hours of professional development training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Director will have facility person #2 completed needed hours of training and submit to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Core safety Oct 30, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
At the time of the inspection the younger toddler class had 14 children and 2 staff and the youngest child was 4 months old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Corrected on site. Provider to ensure child to staff ratio at all times.”
Citation Oct 30, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
At the time of the inspection the emergency plan was not posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Emergency Plan posted in conspicuous area in lobby”
Citation Oct 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of the inspection the facility had several cans of Lysol and hand sanitizer in the childcare space throughout the facility in reach of children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Corrected on site. Shelves placed on walls to hold all cleaning products”
Citation Oct 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of the inspection the facility was cluttered with lots of items throughout the childcare center including the from vestibule causing visible hazard for walking and fire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “All items removed and placed in appropriate storage areas.”
Citation Oct 30, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Director or designated staff person responsibility 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)
At the time of the inspection the facility did not have a fire drill log onsite or evidence that any drills were being completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “A fire drill will be conducted and documented”
Citation Oct 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
At the time of the inspection the facility classroom did not have a emergency contact forms for child #2, 3 or 4 in the classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Corrected & updated by parents to confirm emergency contact information.”
Citation Oct 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
At the time of the inspection children 2, 3 and 4 did not have their emergency contact form signed every 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Corrected with parents. All emergency contact forms updated and signed.”
Citation Oct 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency master file updated 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(e)
At the time of the inspection the facility's classroom did not have updated emergency contact forms for child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Corrected same day with Parent”
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Core safety Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of inspection facility person 6 did not have any of her NJ clearances or her NSOR on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2025): “Facility person 6 no longer employed”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)
At the time of inspection facility did not have an emergency plan that provides 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, May 14, 2025): “Updated and added to policy”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
At the time of inspection facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Policy Updated”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
At the time of inspection facility did not review emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator did not document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Emergency plan reviewed with all staff”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Care space not play space at same time 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(b)
At the time of inspection measured childcare space was being used as play space as the "Dramatic Play" room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Room has been rearranged and changed for childcare space”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No simultaneous use 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(d)
At the time of inspection, the Young 1 year old, Infant room (back half), Young Toddler was being used for storage and not set up for childcare.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “area updated, able to be used for childcare”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At the time of inspection, the Young 1 year old class had one socket and restroom #1 had 1 socket unprotected.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Completed on sight during inspection”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of inspection there was cleaning supplies on the counter and the under the sink which was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Completed on sight during inspection”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
At the time of inspection classroom Little Stars did not have scissor and Young Toddlers did not have twizzers in their first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Completed on sight during inspection”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At the time of inspection there was chipped paint and wallpaper in the 2-year-old classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Wall paper fixed”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
At the time of inspection, the Younger 1 year old class and Dramatic Play Room, was very dark due to several light bulbs needing to be replaced.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Light Bulbs replaced”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
At the time of inspection facility did not have proper handwashing signs posted, and some restroom areas where required, did not have any posted at all.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “All handwashing signs updated and posted”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
At the time of inspection entrance into the facility from vestibule was block with sign, hallway was blocked with trash cans and the back fire exit was blocked with a stroller.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Corrected during inspection”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.151(c)(2)
At the time of inspection facility person #6 did not have Mantoux testing on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Staff #6 no longer employed”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection facility person 6 did not have a health assessment on file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Staff #6 no longer employed”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
At the time of inspection facility did not have emergency drills conducted annually. Annual emergency drills were not documented and on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Emergency drills conducted with all staff”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
At the time of inspection facility did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2025): “Emergency Plan mailed to local and county emergency management agency”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
At the time of inspection facility did not notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Sent to all local traffic authority”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection facility did not have three written policies to address the following: 1.Recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. 2. Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child. 3. The prevention and identification of child maltreatment Also, their emergency plan addresses continuity of operations and specifies the role of all facility persons including volunteers. At the time of inspection facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations. At the time of inspection facility persons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 did not have annual emergency plan training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “All staff received annual emergency training & continuity of operations. Updated policy for shaken baby syndrome, head trauma and coping with crying children”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of inspection facility person #4 did not have Fire Safety training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Fire safety completed by staff on 3/20/25”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)
AT the time of inspection facility persons 4 and 6 did not have a health and Safety training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Facility Person 4-completed health and safety Staff #6-no longer employed”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of inspection facility person 2 does not meet the educational requirement to be a director.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Education updated and verified”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
At the time of the inspection facility 2-year-old room did not have Xavier, infant class did not have Truly, Young toddlers class did not have Josia or Elisah emergency contact forms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “All emergency sheets have been updated in emergency bags”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
At the time of inspection children files 1,2,3,4 and 5 did not have financial agreements and the emergency contact form was not updated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “All emergency contact information reviewed and updated by all parents”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(2)
At the time of inspection children files 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 did not have the dates of application and admission on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “All dates updated”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
At the time of inspection child files 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “All completed and signed by parents”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
At the time of inspection children files 1, 2, 3, 4and 5 did not signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “All completed and signed by parents”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
At the time of inspection children files 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 did not have consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Completed and updated by all parents”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
At the time of inspection facility person 5 did not have a file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Volunteer will not return until completed file”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
AT the time of inspection facility person #6 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Staff #6 no longer employed at center”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection facility person 2 did not have 12 hours of annual PD training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Staff completed all required training”
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of inspection facility person #1 did not have verified education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 2, 3 and 6 obtains their transcripts and that facility person 7 obtains verification of education. Legal entity will submit a copy to OCDEL for proof of corrections and keep a copy on file at the facility at all times.”
Citation Jan 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of the inspection facility persons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11 did not have annual emergency plan training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 1-11 all receive annual emergency plan training. Legal entity will submit a copy of the completed training certificate to OCDEL for proof of completion.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Written record/Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(9)/3270.95(a)
At the time of inspection facility did not have updated fire drills every 60 days nor testing of the fire detection system every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Legal entity will create a schedule and assign a facility person to set fire detection system (pull handle) and conduct fire drill every 30 days The director will ensure that facility person assigned test the fire detection system and conduct a fire drill. A copy of the annual schedule will be…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 26, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
At the time of inspection facility did not have a qualified director.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure there is a qualified director at the facility at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 26, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of inspection facility persons 2, 3 and 6 need their transcripts and facility person 7 education was missing.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 2, 3 and 6 obtains their transcripts and that facility person 7 obtains verification of education. Legal entity will submit a copy to OCDEL for proof of corrections and keep a copy on file at the facility at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 26, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection facility person 1, 2, 3, 7, and 9 did not have the required 12 hours of required annual training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that all staff completes their 12 hours annual training. Legal entity will submit a copy of all trainings to OCDEL for proof of corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 27, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/27/23 it was observed a spray bottle with no label or description of the contents inside the bottle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 16, 2023): “Provider will place labels on all spray bottles used for cleaning.”
Citation Feb 27, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/27/23 it was observed child care spaces did not have emergency phone numbers posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 16, 2023): “Provider posted all required emergency numbers in all spaces that children are cared for at time of inspection.”
Citation Feb 27, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/27/23 it was observed staff persons # 1,2, and 3 file did not include education and training prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2023): “Staff persons# 1,2, and 3 will provide verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility and documentaion will be forward to Cert Rep.”
Citation Feb 27, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/27/23 it was observed staff person# 3 and 4 file 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, Apr 12, 2023): “Staff persons#3 and 4 will provide 2 nonfamily references and documentation will be forwarded to Cert Rep.”
Citation Feb 27, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
While conducting a renewal inspection conducted on 2/27/23 it was observed staff persons# 1,2, and 3 has not completed the following required pediatric first aid/CPR training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2023): “Provider scheduled pediatric first aid/CPR training for staff persons# 1,2 and 3 to complete 2/27/23. Verification of completion will be forwarded to certification representative.”
Citation Feb 27, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Prevention and control of infectious diseases 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(1)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/27/23 it was observed staff persons# 1 and 2 file did not include verification of health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2023): “Staff persons # 1 and 2 will provide verification of health and safety training completed and documentation will be sent to Cert Rep.”
Citation Nov 23, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
While conducting an initial inspection it was observed staff persons# 1 and 2 file did not have verification of TB test conducted. All noncompliance must be corrected before issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2022): “Provider will contact health agency to have health assessment corrected. Updated health assessment will be included into staff persons # 1 and 2 file.”
Citation Nov 23, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
While conducting an initial inspection it was observed the emergency plan did not include a procedure to accommodate infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. All noncompliance must be corrected in order for certificate of compliance to be issued.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2022): “Provider will update current emergency plan with the procedures to accommodate infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Nov 23, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
While conducting an initial inspection it was observed staff person # 1 file did not include verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2022): “Provider will have staff person #1 provide transcripts and include a copy in staff 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 Dec 16, 2022
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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $68.00 $55.80
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $64.00 $52.40
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $59.60 $49.60
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $56.40 $47.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $46.00 $39.40
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $46.00 $39.40

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 56 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 23, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Feb 28, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–11:59 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 904-8845
State certificate # CER-00254878
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Common questions

Has Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 5, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of the inspection facility persons #5 & 6 did not have their Child Abuse Clearances on file.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Brilliant Stars Learning 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 Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Feb 28, 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 Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,100 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 88% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC last inspected?

Mar 5, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $68.00 for infant, $64.00 for young toddler, $59.60 for older toddler, $56.40 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Brilliant Stars Learning Center LLC.

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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