Celebree School of Fishtown S1 LLC
Celebree School of Fishtown S1 LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 142 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 38 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 38). 11 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #910 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file of staff #1 did not include any out-of-state clearances for NY (out of state within the last 5 years NY DL exp 8/3/29) that is required by CPSL. CONTINUOUS NON- COMPLIANT
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file of staff #1 did not include any out-of-state clearances for NY (out of state within the last 5 years NY DL exp 8/3/29) and staff #3 did not include the correct FBI clearance (did include PA Dept of education FBI clearance) and did not include a disclosure statement that is required by CPSL.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and observed the toilet in toddler B bathroom inoperable.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 children files and the health report for child #3 did not include the statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and staff #2 file did not include a staff evaluation.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 children's files, and the emergency contact forms for child #1, child #3 and child #4 did not include a signature for written consent for emergency medical care.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 children's files and the file for child #1 and child #3 did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 children's file, and the emergency contact forms for child #1, child #3 and child #4 did not include a signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 children's files, and the emergency contact forms for child #1 and child #2 did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
During an initial inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the files of staff #3 did not include verification of address
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the files for staff #1 (need 2.5 hrs.) and staff #2 (need 2 hrs.) did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training
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During an allocated unannounced monitoring, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and in the Pre-K room staff #1 was not positioned in a way that allowed the proper supervision of three children in the restroom.
During an allocated unannounced monitoring, certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and watched an active diaper changing. After diaper changing staff #3 did not assist in washing the hands of a child or their hands.
During an allocated unannounced monitoring, certification representative reviewed 20 staff files and the files for staff #2 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric CPR/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.
On 2/10/25, during the renewal inspection, the files of staff #2, #6, #7, #10, #11, #12, and #17 contained disclosure statements that were not signed by a witness. The files of staff #11 did not contain out of state clearances from the state the staff member previously resided in.
On 2/10/25, during the renewal inspection, sound machines were located in the cribs with child #9 in Infant Classroom A and child #10 in Infant classroom B.
On 2/10/25, during the renewal inspection, Clorox wipes were located on the second shelf in an unlocked cabinet located in the toddler 2's classroom, leaving them accessible to children.
On 2/10/25, during the renewal inspection, the Two's classroom was using the indoor play space. After assessing supervision, the cert rep asked Staff #1 if they had the classroom's first aid kit with them in the play-space. Staff #1 acknowledged they did not have the kit with them.
On 2/10/25, during the renewal inspection, the first aid kit in the Pre-k 2B classroom did not contain tweezers and the first aid kit in Infant Room B, did not contain soap.
On 2/10/25, during the renewal inspection, the paint on the orange wall in the Toddler 2's room was observed to be chipping.
On 2/10/25, during the renewal inspection, the cribs in infant classroom A, B, and C were not set up so that there was two feet of space on three sides of them.
On 02/10/25, during the renewal inspection, the refrigerators in the 3's classroom, the 2's (A) classroom, the Young Toddler classroom, and the Pre-K 2B classroom did not contain thermometers. The thermometer located in the refrigerator in the older toddler classroom read 48 degrees Fahrenheit. The thermometer located in the refrigerator in the Infant B classroom read 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
On 2/10/25, during the renewal inspection, the files of staff #19 and #12 did not contain health assessments.
On 2/10/25, during the renewal inspection, the health assessment of staff #18 did not contain a TB test.
On 2/1025, during the renewal inspection, the staff files of staff #2 and #13 did not contain a copy of valid identification confirming their age, or address.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 26 staff files and the files for staff #5 needs Connecticut child abuse and sex offender clearances, staff #6, staff #16 and staff #19 are missing NJ sex offender and state criminal clearances. Staff #12 needs a PA FBI clearance, staff #8 is missing PA child abuse.PA state and NY clearances. Staff #9 is missing PA clearances and MD clearances. staff #10 has no PA clearances on file and staff #11 is in need of DC clearances.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 26 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, staff #4, staff #5, staff #6, staff #7, staff #8, staff #9, staff #10, staff#11, staff #13, staff #14, staff #18, staff #23 and staff #24 did not contain a record of emergency plan training.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 26 staff files and the files for staff #8, staff #9, staff #11, staff#12, staff #13, staff #15, staff #24 and staff #25 did not contain a TB result or a physical. The files for staff #1, staff #4, staff # 8. staff #9 and staff #22 do not have TB results in their file.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and there was no fire drill log on file.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough, and the fire system was inaudible.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no documentation to show that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.
During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 10 children's files and the files for child #1, child #2 child #3 and child #4 did not include a health assessment or immunization record.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no annual written notification to the local traffic safety authorities.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 26 staff files and the files for staff #2 did not contain the 1 hr health and safety training update that was due by December 30,2022 per Announcement C-22-06 that was issued on October 4,2022.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 26 staff files but there was no file on site for staff #10.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 26 staff files and the files for staff #1 through staff #25 did not include a verification of child care experience and education.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 26 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #24 and staff #25 did not contain 2 nonfamily references.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $107.00 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $101.00 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $97.00 | $72.75 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $87.40 | $62.00 |
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
Common questions
Has Celebree School of Fishtown S1 LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Jan 28, 2026 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file of staff #1 did not include any out-of-state clearances for NY (out of state within the last 5 years NY DL exp 8/3/29) that…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Celebree School of Fishtown S1 LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Celebree School of Fishtown S1 LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Celebree School of Fishtown S1 LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Aug 13, 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 Celebree School of Fishtown S1 LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #910 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Celebree School of Fishtown S1 LLC last inspected?
Jan 28, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Celebree School of Fishtown S1 LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $107.00 for infant, $101.00 for young toddler, $97.00 for older toddler, $87.40 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Celebree School of Fishtown S1 LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is S1 LLC DBA Celebree School Of Fishtown.
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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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