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C4d Kidz at Mastery Prep Charter School

3901 N 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 1

C4d Kidz at Mastery Prep Charter School 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 58 violations, 11 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (21 of 58). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 78% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
11 Core-safety citations
47 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
58 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 30, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 21, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 16, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 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 21
Training & qualifications 14
Emergency preparedness 5
Health & medication 5
Supervision 4
Background checks 4
Staff ratios 3
Building & playground safety 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, staff person #1 has completed the health and safety course titled health and safety basics: building blocks for quality but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training. Staff person #2-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid and CPR. Staff person #3 and #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 and #4 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid and CPR, the required health and safety training topic or mandated reporter training. Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid and CPR or the required health and safety training topic.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “All staff members must provide all pre-service trainings by 5/30/25. All staff must update outdated trainings. staff 3 and 4 are no longer employed. We are closed until next school year.”
Core safety Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the file reviewed for facility person #3 and #4, did not contain a DHS required FBI clearance or NSOR verification nor did it contain a receipt to verify the documentation has been requested. (See code sheet for hire date). The file reviewed for facility person #5, did not contain a DHS required FBI clearance, a completed child abuse clearance, a completed state police or NSOR verification. The file reviewed for staff #5 did not contain receipt verification to verify clearances have been requested. (See code sheet for hire date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2025): “Staff #3 and #4 and #5 are no longer employed, all other staff are required to submit the required clearances.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #2, #3, #4, and#5 completed emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2025): “As of 5/16/25 all staff members had to review the emergency plan and sign off on it. Staff #3, #4 and#5 are no longer employed.”
Citation Apr 30, 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)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the health assessment reviewed for staff #1 and #2 was not updated within a 24-month period. Last dated 4/21/23. The record reviewed for staff #3, #4 and #5 did not include an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2025): “We are closed until September. Staff #3 and #4 are no longer employed, all other staff will submit updated assessments.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, staff person #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 1/30/25. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2025): “Staff will complete updated training by 5/30/25.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the fire safety training reviewed for staff #1 was not annually updated. Last dated 1/11/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2025): “All staff are required to complete fire safety training by 5/30/25.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #2 received a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2025): “Evaluation for staff was done as soon as we realized she didn't have one.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the record reviewed for staff #3, #4 and #5 did not include verification of education or childcare experience to qualify them for the position performing (Assistant Group Supervisor).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2025): “Staff #3 and #4 and #5 are no longer employed. All other staff are required to bring in proof of education by 5/30/25. Our facility is currently closed for the summer.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #4 did not include the work addresses and work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2025): “Parents have been asked to provide the missing information and signatures.”
Citation Apr 30, 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)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2025): “Parents have been asked to provide the missing information and signatures.”
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Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2025): “Parents have been asked to provide the missing information.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2025): “Parents have been asked to provide the missing information.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the emergency contact and agreement reviewed for child #3 was not updated with in a 6-month period. Last dated 10/4/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2025): “Emergency contact and agreement has been updated.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #4 did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2025): “Parents have been asked to provide the missing information and signatures.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2025): “Parents have been asked to provide the missing information and signatures.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #1 completed their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2025): “staff will complete 12 hours of childcare training by 5/30/25.”
Follow-up Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.52
Continued noncompliance from 12-9-24. During unannounced visit certification rep observed staff out of ratio. Staff 1 had 14 children by themselves. The youngest child in the group was 5 years old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “Staff will be in ratio at all times. When staff is leaving the area to drop off a child to another group, before the staff leaves, the staff will leave the other staff in ratio (with 12 children).”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
Continued noncompliance: During unannounced inspection certification rep did not have access to children's and staff files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “Make copies of staff and kids file to keep on hand at all times”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #-1,2,3 and 4- were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #-1,2,3 and 5- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: pediatric first aid and cpr, Staff 1, and 4 needs mandated reporter, Staff 1 and 4 needs 10 hour health and safety. Staff 4 only had 1 hour updated health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Staff member 2,3 does not work for C4D Kidz at this time. Staff members 1 and 4 are suspended until the paperwork is received.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff person #-1,2,3 and 4- were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #-1- does not child abuse clearance and NSOR, Staff 2 is missing FBI, NSOR and signed disclosure statement, staff 3 and 4 were missing signed disclosure statement,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Staff member 2,3 does not work at C4D Kidz due to not being able to get their paperwork. Staff 1,4 will be suspended until all paperwork is received.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.52
During renewal inspection certification rep observed Staff 1 alone with 18 children. The youngest child was 5 years old. When staff 2 arrived, staff 1 left staff 2 alone with 17 while she took an older school age child in the group to another staff. During renewal inspection certification rep observed staff 1 alone with 18 children. The youngest child in the group was 5 years old. Staff 1 left staff 4 alone with 17 children. The youngest child in the group 5 years old.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Staff will be in ratio at all times. When staff is leaving the area to drop off a child to another group, before the staff leaves, the staff will leave the other staff in ratio (with 12 children).”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 4 was missing emergency plan training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Staff member 4 reviewed and signed emergency plan”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1,2,3 and 4 were missing physicals and TB.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Staff members 2,3 are no longer here. Staff members 1,4 have make appointments for the end of the month (January).”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep did not have access to children's and staff files.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Make copies of staff and kids file to keep on hand at all times”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 21, 2025 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 renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing education from their file. Staff 1,2,3 and 4 were missing 2 years experience with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Staff member 3 along with staff member 2. Staff member 1 and 4 are working on getting those paperwork”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep did not see information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional childcare office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Have postings on a board or binder accessible for parents.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #-1,2,3 and 4- were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #-1,2,3 and 5- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: pediatric first aid and cpr, Staff 1,2,3 and 4 needs mandated reporter, staff 3 has expired mandated reporter on file (9-26-19), Staff 1,2,3 and 4 needs 10 hour health and safety. Staff 4 only had 1 hour updated health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Staff member 2,3 does not work for C4D Kidz at this time. Staff members 1 and 4 are suspended until the paperwork is received.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff person #-1,2,3 and 4- were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #-1- does not child abuse clearance and NSOR, Staff 2 is missing FBI, NSOR and signed disclosure statement, staff 3 and 4 were missing signed disclosure statement,
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Staff member 2,3 does not work at C4D Kidz due to not being able to get their paperwork. Staff 1,4 will be suspended until all paperwork is received.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During renewal inspection certification rep observed Staff 1 alone with 18 children. The youngest child was 5 years old. When staff 2 arrived, staff 1 left staff 2 alone with 17 while she took an older school age child in the group to another staff.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Staff will be in ratio at all times. When staff is leaving the area to drop off a child to another group, before the staff leaves, the staff will leave the other staff in ratio (with 12 children).”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During renewal inspection certification rep observed staff 1 alone with 18 children. The youngest child in the group was 5 years old. Staff 1 left staff 4 alone with 17 children. The youngest child in the group 5 years old.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Staff will be in ratio at all times. When staff is leaving the area to drop off a child to another group, before the staff leaves, the staff will leave the other staff in ratio (with 12 children).”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 4 was missing emergency plan training
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Staff member 4 reviewed and signed emergency plan”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1,2,3 and 4 were missing physicals and TB.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Staff members 2,3 are no longer here. Staff members 1,4 have make appointments for the end of the month.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep did not have access to children's and staff files.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Make copies to keep on hand at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 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 renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing education from their file. Staff 1,2,3 and 4 were missing 2 years experience with children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Staff member 3 along with staff member 2. Staff member 1 and 4 are working on getting those paperwork.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Fee agreement for child 1 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Provider updated the form to add weekly. The parent was notified and provided parent with a copy of the form”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 2 was missing services to be provided
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Provided updated the fee agreement to include additional services provided and parents were given a copy of the updated fee agreement”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 3 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2025): “Asked the parents for missing information.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 2 and 3 were missing address and of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2025): “Parents sent/ updated the information”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1,2,3 and 4 were missing 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 23, 2025): “Staff members gave me two letters of references.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep did not see information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional childcare office.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Have postings on a board or binder for parents.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed staff 1 supervising children alone.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2024): “Staff 1 was suspended until we can retrieve all proper paperwork.”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection certification rep asked to see the policy on Shaken Baby/ Abusive Head Trauma. Provider did not have a written policy on Shaken Baby/ Abusive Head Trauma. Certification rep reviewed emergency plan. The emergency plan was missing continuity of operations
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2024): “Create a policy on shaken baby head syndrome/ abusive head trauma”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing high school diploma
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2024): “Staff 1has been suspended until we can retrieve all proper paperwork.”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1,2 and 3 was missing extra services
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Since we do not provide any extra services we wrote on that lie N/A”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1 was missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child 2 was missing the name of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “We contacted the parents for the remaining information”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 9 training hours.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2024): “She completed her missing hours.”
Core safety Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE A NSOR APPLICATION OR COMPLETE NSOR VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2022): “SINCE STAFF PERSON #3 IS PAST THE PROVISIONAL HIRE PERIOD, STAFF PERSON #3 WILL NOT WORK IN A CHILD CARE POSITION AT THE FACILITY UNTIL A COMPLETE NSOR CLEARANCE IS ON FILE. STAFF PERSON #3 HAS APPLIED FOR THE NSOR VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Age appropriate/Include 6 categories of development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(a)/3270.101(c)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THERE WERE NOT ENOUGH MATERIALS AND PLAY EQUIPMENT FOR THE CHILDREN TO USE AS SPECIFIED UNDER 3270.101(c) (1)-(6).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 28, 2022): “THE SITE DIRECTOR WILL PURCHASE ADDITIONAL ITEMS SUCH AS MANIPULATIVES, PUZZLES, ART MATERIALS, GAMES, BLOCKS, ETC TO BE USED BY THE CHILDREN.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE AN INITIAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT. ONLY A TB TEST RESULTS WERE ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “STAFF PERSON #3 WILL BE NOTIFIED THAT A HEALTH ASSESSMENT IS PAST DUE AND NEEDS TO BE OBTIANED.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, AN EMERGENCY DRILL HAD NOT BEEN CONDUCTED AND RECORDED WITHIN THE PAST YEAR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2022): “AN EMERGENCY DRILL WILL BE PLANNED, CONDUCTED AND RECORDED. ALL STAFF AND CHILDREN PRESENT WILL PARTICIPATE IN THE DRILL.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, EVACUATION ROUTES WERE NOT POSTED ON THE FLOOR WHERE CHILDREN WERE RECEIVING CARE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2022): “THE EVACUATION MAP WILL BE PRINTED OUT AND POSTED ON THE PARENT BOARD.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FACILITY'S EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE ASSIGNED ROLES FOR STAFF DURING AN EMERGENCY AND DID NOT INCLUDE A PLAN FOR CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS AS REQUIRED UNDER FEDERAL REGULATION 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vii). ALSO, THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE POLICIES DEVELOPED REGARDING SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME AND ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA AS REQUIRED UNDER FEDERAL REGULATION 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vii).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2023): “THE OWNER AND DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMMING WILL UPDATE THE EMERGENCY PLAN TO INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED ITEMS UNDER FEDERAL REGULATION. THE FACILITY WILL ALSO DEVELOP POLICIES REGARDING RECOGNIZING AND RESPONDING TO SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME AND ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA. THIS POLICY WILL BE SHEARED WITH STAFF AND…”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 HAD FIRST AID AND CPR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS THAT WERE NOT CONDUCTED BY A PQAS CERTIFIED TRAINER, AND WERE NOT PEDIATRIC -AS LISTED ON THE CERTIFICATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2023): “STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 WILL TAKE AN UPDATED PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND CPR CLASS THAT MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS. CERTIFICATION REP WILL SUMBIT A REFERRAL FOR TRAINING TO THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE ON FILE TO QUALIFY FOR AN AIDE POSITION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2023): “STAFF PERSON #3 WILL BE NOTIFIED TO PROVIDE A COPY OF A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR COLLEGE DEGREE, PLUS ANY PRIOR EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH CHILDREN.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN, NON-FAMILY REFERENCES.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2022): “STAFF PERSON #3 WILL BE NOTIFIED TO PROVIDE TWO REFERENCES FOR THE STAFF FILE.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE 12 HOURS OF ANNUAL CHILD CARE TRAINING
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2022): “STAFF PERSON #1 WILL COMPLETE 12 HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING AND IT WILL BE KEPT IN THE STAFF FILE.”
Citation Nov 1, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1 (HIRED 8/26/21), CONTAINED A HEALTH ASSESSMENT THAT DID NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED QUESTIONS ANSWERED BY THE PHYSICIAN. QUESTIONS 2 AND 3 ON THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT FORM WERE NOT ANSWERED BY THE PHYSICIAN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “STAFF PERSON #1 WILL RETURN TO THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE TO HAVE THE PHYSICIAN COMPLETE THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT FORM IN ITS ENTIRETY. THIS WILL BE SENT TO THE CERTIFICATION REP AND KET IN THE STAFF FILE.”
Citation Nov 1, 2021 Inspection Transportation
Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(b)/3270.171(c)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FACILITY HAD NOT DEVELOPED SAFE ROUTES/PICK UP DROP OFF ROUTES, AND THIS INFORMATION WAS NOT POSTED AT A CONSPICIOUS LOCATION IN THE FACILITY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “THE DIRECTOR WILL CREATE A SAFE ROUTES/PICK UP-DROP OFF POLICY FOR THE FACILITY. THIS POLICY WILL BE SHARED WITH PARENTS, SENT TO THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES, AND POSTED AT A CONSPICIOUS LOCATION IN THE FACILITY.”
Citation Nov 1, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(h)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, STAFF PERSON #1 (HIRED 8/26/21), DID NOT COMPLETE THE REQUIRED HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAININGS UNDER 3270.31(f) WITHIN 90 DAYS OF DATE OF HIRE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2022): “STAFF PERSON #1 WILL COMPLETE THE REQUIRED HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAININGS THROUGH PENN STATE BETTER KID CARE. TRAINING CERTIFICATE WILL BE SENT TO CERTIFICATION REP AND PLACED IN THE STAFF FILE.”
Citation Nov 1, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1(HIRED 8/26/21), DID NOT INCLUDE A TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR COMPLETING MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “STAFF PERSON #1 WILL COMPLETE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING THROUGH AN ACCEPTABLE TRAINING ORGANIZATION RECOGNIZED BY THE DEPARTMENT. STAFF PERSON #1 WILL NOT WORK ALONE WITH CHILDREN UNTIL THIS REQUIREMENT IS COMPLETED AND TRAINING CERTIFICATE IS SENT TO CERTIFICATION REP.”

“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 Toddler (13-24 mos.) $60.00 —
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $60.00 —
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $60.00 —
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $50.00 $36.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $50.00 $36.00

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 Provisional
Certificate dated through Jul 10, 2025
Keystone STARS STAR 1
Operator —
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–9:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (302) 480-3232
State certificate # CER-00234215
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Common questions

Has C4d Kidz at Mastery Prep Charter School had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 11 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 Apr 30, 2025 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection conducted 4/30/25, staff person #1 has completed the health and safety course titled health and safety basics: building blocks for quality but has not completed the required health and…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about C4d Kidz at Mastery Prep Charter School?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at C4d Kidz at Mastery Prep Charter School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is C4d Kidz at Mastery Prep Charter School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1. 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 C4d Kidz at Mastery Prep Charter School compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was C4d Kidz at Mastery Prep Charter School last inspected?

Apr 30, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does C4d Kidz at Mastery Prep Charter School cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler, $60.00 for preschool, $50.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

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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