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Dreams Factory Childrens Dayare Center

4431 Almond St, Philadelphia, PA 19137 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Dreams Factory Childrens Dayare Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 56 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 40 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (16 of 40). 8 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 75% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
4 Core-safety citations
36 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
40 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 8 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 16, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 16, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 13, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 24, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Nov 12, 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 16
Building & playground safety 9
Training & qualifications 4
Background checks 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Food & feeding 2
Health & medication 1
Transportation 1
Supervision 1
Sleep safety 1
Other standards 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 16, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 10/16/25: 1. Staff person #1 did not have Child Abuse Clearance, DHS FBI Clearance, PA State Police Clearance or NSOR Certificate. 2. Staff Person # 2, 3 and 4 did not have NSOR completed within the last 5 years.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2025): “All required documents were requested for employee #1, #2, #3, #4. Received documents were filed to employees' files.”
Citation Oct 16, 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 on 10/16/25, Staff person #1 did not have a current health assessment with TB testing on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2025): “Staff person #1 provided health assessment with the TB testing.”
Citation Oct 16, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
During the renewal inspection on 10/16/25, the provider did not have Pick-up and drop-off procedures conspicuously posted for the parents to view.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2025): “The pick-up and drop-off procedures were written, communicated, and posted in the main entry hallway for the parents to view.”
Citation Oct 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 10/16/25, the provider did not have a written policy addressing: 1. Recognition of potential sign/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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2025): “The policy addressing the recognition, of potential symptoms of shaken baby syndrome, the strategies for coping with crying child, and the prevention of child mistreatment was written and posted with other postings on 10/20/2025”
Citation Oct 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Compliance/Nondiscrimination 55 Pa. Code §3270.26
During the renewal inspection on 10/16/25, the provider did not submit Civil Rights Compliance to the regional email account prior to the renewal inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2025): “The Civil Rights Compliance was submitted to the RA email account.”
Citation Oct 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 10/16/25, child #2 did not have the policy number for the health insurance coverage on the emergency contact information sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2025): “The parent of child #2 added the policy number to the file.”
Citation Oct 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
During the renewal inspection on 10/16/25, child #1 did not have emergency contact information in the childcare, while receiving care that was updated within the last 6 months. The information was dated 3/1/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2025): “The emergency contact information for child #1 was updated by the parent.”
Citation Oct 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection on 10/16/25, Staff person #1 did not have 2 written nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2025): “The staff person #1 provided two written, non-family references,”
Core safety Sep 17, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 8/28/19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2024): “Staff person #3 will renew her Mandated Reporter training.”
Core safety Sep 17, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, 1. Staff persons #1 and 2 did not have Disclosure Statements in their files. 2. Staff person #3 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 8/28/19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2024): “Staff person #1 and #2 signed the Disclosure Statement Staff person #3 will renew the Mandated Reporter training”
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Citation Sep 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, the slide/swing set in the outdoor play space was in poor repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2024): “The unused swing will be removed from the playground area.”
Citation Sep 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, there was a door, off the hinges laying in the hallway leading to the rear egress.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2024): “The door was removed.”
Citation Sep 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
During the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, children #1 and 2 had emergency contact information that had not been updated within the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2024): “The emergency contact were updated.”
Citation Sep 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection on 9/17/24, staff persons #1 and 2 did not have 2 written, nonfamily references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2024): “Staff person #1 and #2 brought in their two written references.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 12/13/23: 1. Room 18 had an extension cord that was accessible to the children. 2. Room 18 had a ladder in the room. 3. Room 18 had excess chipping plaster to the left of the door entering the room. 4. Room 17 and 18 had crown molding that was chipping heavily and had excess rust. 5. There was a refrigerator that was not in use that was being stored in Room 18.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “1. Extension cord was removed from the reach of children. 2. The ladder was removed from the room. 3. Room 18 was renovated and repainted. 4.The ceiling in room 17 and 18 were repainted 5. Refrigerator is plugged in with thermometer inside.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
During the renewal inspection on 12/13/23, child # 1(emergency contact dated 4/12/19) and child #2(emergency contact dated 8/24/22) had emergency contact information that was not updated within the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “Children's emergency contacts were updated.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection on 12/13/23, 1. Staff person #1 was missing 6 hours of annual childcare training. 2. Staff person #2 was missing 6 hours of annual childcare training. 2. Staff person #3 was missing 5 hours of annual childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “Staff person 1,2,and 3 completed required hours of training.”
Core safety Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Sleep safety
Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.119
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility the baby in the crib was laying on their stomach. Staff #3 stated they placed the baby on their stomach because they sleep better that way.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “Provider will inform staff of the safe sleeping positions for infants”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility the emergency plan training did not exist for Staff 1 & 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “Provider will schedule training for the emergency plan.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility in the infant room the surge protector did not have covers in the outlet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2021): “Provider will add covers to the outlet.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility in the bottom of the unlocked cabinet there were multiple bottoms of cleaning supplies easily accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2021): “Provider will remove the supplies and place them on a top shelf.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility the telephone in the hallway did not have the emergency telephone numbers posted next to it.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “Provider will print off the numbers and post them next to the telephone.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility the first aide kit in classroom 18 is missing soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “Provider will place the soap into the kit from the front desk.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering/Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)/3270.135(b)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility staff # 2 did not wipe down the changing table after changing the child. Staff # 2 also left the room to travel down the hall and into another area to wash her hands. The sink in the classroom was broken.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “Provider will move the extra sink from classroom 19 into classroom 17. Provider will also remind staff to wipe down the changing tables after each use.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility there was a stroller blocking the exit in the rear.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “Provider will fold the stroller and move it to storage.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility in classroom 16 the refrigerator's thermometer was broken. In classroom 17 the temperature stated 50 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “Provider will replace the thermometer in classroom 16 and will check the refrigerator and thermometer in classroom 17.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Wholesome 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility the children's lunch boxes sat in the window with rice, cheese, yogurt, and fruit inside.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2021): “The entire lunchbox will be placed in the refrigerator.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of files. The emergency plan did not contain a lock-down procedure.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2021): “Provider added lock-down into the emergency plan”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Other standards
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility, none of the children above the age of 2yrs have on mask.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “Provider will request family members to bring children to the facility with mask.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of files, staff 1 hired on 9.1.2013 did not have an updated fire safety training in the file. Last updated 9.2019
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2022): “Provider will set aside time on 11.15.2021 to do the fire safety training.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of files. the file of facility person #2, hired 2/19/2019 contains a mandated reporter training certificate dated 9/28/2015 which is more than 60 months old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “Provider will have the staff complete their training.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of the files child # 2 & #4 did not have arrival and departure times on their agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2021): “Provider will the parents to fill in the information.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of files and child # 4agreement form did not contain the release person's name, address, or phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2021): “Provider will ask parents to fill in the information.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of files and child # 1, 3, 4, &5 emergency contact information form did not contain the enrolling parent's work address, or work phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2021): “Provider will ask parents to fill in the information.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of files, child # 4 & #5 emergency contact information form did not contain a signature to consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2021): “Provider will ask parents to fill in the information.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of files and child # 4 emergency contact information form did not contain the release person's name, address, or phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2021): “Provider will ask parents to fill in the information.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of files. Child # 4 & #5 are missing signed consents for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2021): “Provider will ask parents to fill in the information.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of files. Child # 4 & #5 are missing signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2021): “Provider will ask parents to fill in the information.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)/3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of files. Child # 4 & #5 are missing signed consents for transportation, walking excursions, swimming, wading, and for administration of minor first-aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2021): “Provider will ask parents to fill in the information.”
Citation Nov 12, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
General requirements for facility persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(d)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of the staff files, staff # 2 is missing pediatric CPR first-aid. Last updated training was 2019.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “Provider will have staff #1 do the training.”

“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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $68.00 $56.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $68.00 $56.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $64.00 $52.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $60.00 $49.60
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $57.00 $47.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $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 (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Nov 24, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Mar 22, 2020 · what STARS means
Operator Dreams Factory Childrens Daycare Center LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 344-8777
State certificate # CER-00249686
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Common questions

Has Dreams Factory Childrens Dayare Center 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 Oct 16, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection on 10/16/25: 1. Staff person #1 did not have Child Abuse Clearance, DHS FBI Clearance, PA State Police Clearance or NSOR Certificate. 2. Staff Person # 2, 3 and 4 did not have NSOR…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Dreams Factory Childrens Dayare Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Dreams Factory Childrens Dayare Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Dreams Factory Childrens Dayare Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Mar 22, 2020. 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 Dreams Factory Childrens Dayare Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Dreams Factory Childrens Dayare Center last inspected?

Oct 16, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Dreams Factory Childrens Dayare Center 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 Dreams Factory Childrens Dayare Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Dreams Factory Childrens Daycare 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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