Fizos Little Village LLC
Fizos Little Village LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 24 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times. The state cited 107 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (43 of 107). 18 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 #1,112 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 91% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 staff person #2 was observed unsupervised caring for children with an expired PA criminal clearance, expired child abuse clearance, expired NSOR certificate, and expired first aid/cpr certification. Staff person #4 was observed unsupervised caring for children without completion of required preservice training including mandated reporter training and first/cpr training. Continued noncompliance from renewal inspection on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 the file reviewed for staff person #2 hired (see code sheet) contained a PA criminal clearance dated 5/15/18, child abuse clearance dated 3/16/20, and NSOR certificate dated 3/26/20 which is more than 60 months old. The file reviewed for staff person #3 hired (see code sheet) contained a NSOR certificate dated 3/13/20 which is more than 60 months old. The file reviewed for staff person #4 hired (see code sheet) did not contain required Health & Safety training and required mandated reporter training. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 the file reviewed for child #1 and child #3 did not contain initial health report. The health report reviewed for child #2 and child #4 was not updated within 12 months. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 the health assessment reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, and staff person #3 was over 24 months old. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring on 02/25/26 emergency drills reviewed were not conducted annually. Last emergency drill was conducted 12/24/24. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 the fire drill log reviewed did not reflect fire drills being conducted every 60 days. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, and staff person #3 and staff person #4 contained an expired first aid/cpr certification. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #4 did not include annual fire safety training. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/06 the file reviewed for staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not include an annual written evaluation. Continued noncompliance from renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 and the unannounced monitoring on 02/25/26 staff person #1 identified as the director was not present.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 the file reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #4 did not include child service report. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 did not include health insurance coverage for child. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 the emergency contact form and fee agreement reviewed for child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 were not updated/reviewed within 6-month time period. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 the file reviewed for child #1 did not contain date of admission for child. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26
During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 02/25/26 child files were not being stored in a locked cabinet. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the unannounced monitoring on 02/25/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, and staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not include 12 hours of annual childcare training. Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection completed on 02/03/26.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 staff person #2 was observed unsupervised caring for children with an expired PA criminal clearance, expired child abuse clearance, expired NSOR certificate, and expired first aid/cpr certification. Staff person #4 was observed unsupervised caring for children without completion of required preservice training including mandated reporter training and first/cpr training.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the file reviewed for staff person #2 hired (see code sheet) contained a PA criminal clearance dated 5/15/18, child abuse clearance dated 3/16/20, and NSOR certificate dated 3/26/20 which is more than 60 months old. The file reviewed for staff person #3 hired (see code sheet) contained a NSOR certificate dated 3/13/20 which is more than 60 months old. The file reviewed for staff person #4 hired (see code sheet) did not contain required Health & Safety training and required mandated reporter training.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the first aid kit in classroom #1 did not contain tweezers.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the floor tiles in the indoor play space were uneven and spaced causing potential trip hazard.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the file reviewed for child #1 and child #3 did not contain initial health report. The health report reviewed for child #2 and child #4 was not updated within 12 months.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the health assessment reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, and staff person #3 was over 24 months old.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 emergency drills reviewed were not conducted annually. Last emergency drill was conducted 12/24/24.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the fire drill log reviewed did not reflect fire drills being conducted every 60 days.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, and staff person #3 and staff person #4 contained an expired first aid/cpr certification.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #4 did not include annual fire safety training.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the file reviewed for staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not include an annual written evaluation.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the file reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #4 did not include child service report.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 did not include health insurance coverage for child.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the emergency contact form and fee agreement reviewed for child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 were not updated/reviewed within 6-month time period.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the file reviewed for child #1 did not contain date of admission for child.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 child files were not being stored in a locked cabinet.
During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, and staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not include 12 hours of annual childcare training.
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Ongoing noncompliance, staff persons #2 and #3 did not have current health assessments on file. Both health assessments expired 9.30.2024.
Ongoing noncompliance, the facility did not have verification that the local traffic authorities were notified of the facility's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the daycare.
Ongoing noncompliance, staff persons #1, #2 and #3 did not have documentation of the required annual fire safety training.
Ongoing noncompliance, child #6 Financial Agreement form was missing the owner/operator's signature.
Ongoing noncompliance, child #6 Financial Agreement Form did not include fee amount nor when the fee is expected to be paid.
Ongoing noncompliance, children #4 and #5 did not have the documented 6-month Child Service Reports on file.
Ongoing noncompliance, child #6 did not have arrival time and children #2 and #6 did not have departure times on the Financial Agreement Form. Children #2, #4 and #6 Financial Agreement Forms did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
Ongoing noncompliance, child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not include insurance policy information/number and telephone number for the child's physician or source of medical care.
Ongoing noncompliance, child #2 Emergency Contact Forms did not include the parents work address. Child #2 Emergency Contact Forms did not include the parents work telephone numbers.
Ongoing noncompliance, child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not address the question if the child has special needs.
Ongoing noncompliance, child #4 file did not contain documentation of the required 6-month review of the Emergency Contact Form.
Ongoing noncompliance, child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not include consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Ongoing noncompliance, staff persons #1, #2 and #3 had not completed the required annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Ongoing noncompliance, staff person #1 did not have current documentation of DHS FBI Clearance on file and was observed caring for children. DHS FBI Clearance on file expired 6.18.23.
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have current documentation of DHS FBI Clearances on file. DHS FBI Clearance on file expired 6.18.23.
At the time of inspection, provider did not have documentation that the facility's Emergency Plan was reviewed annually nor was there current verification that the current staff reviewed and acknowledged the Emergency Plan. Emergency Plan was last reviewed with staff on 10.6.2022 and 11.1.2022.
At the time of inspection, the facility's Emergency Plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.
At the time of inspection, the outlet by the childcare space outside entrance door did not have a receptacle cover.
At the time of inspection, the wooden door leading from the indoor play space was damaged with expose wood pieces causing a potential hazard to children.
At the time of inspection, the wall that connects to the indoor playroom in the childcare room had peeling paint and the same wall in the indoor playroom has exposed plaster from peeled paint.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #2 and #3 did not have current health assessments on file. Both health assessments expired 9.30.2024.
At the time of inspection, there was not a menu posted in a conspicuous location.
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have verification of the fire detection system being tested every 30 days.
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have verification that the local traffic authorities were notified of the facility's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the daycare.
At the time of inspection, facility's Emergency Plan did not address continuity of operations. The facility's Shaken Baby, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment policy did not address recognition of potential signs and symptoms, strategies for staff to cope with a crying, fussing or distraught child and the prevention/identification of child maltreatment. Staff persons #1, #2 and #3 Pediatric CPR/First Aid certificate on file all expired 9.30.2024.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1, #2 and #3 did not have documentation of the required annual fire safety training.
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have a written evaluation on file.
At the time of inspection, child #6 Financial Agreement form was missing the owner/operator's signature.
At the time of inspection, child #3 and #6 Financial Agreement Form did not include fee amount nor when the fee is expected to be paid.
At the time of inspection, children #4 and #5 did not have the documented 6-month Child Service Reports on file.
At the time of inspection, children #3 and #6 did not have arrival times and children #2, #3 and #6 did not have departure times on the Financial Agreement Form. Children #1 through #6 Financial Agreement Forms did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
At the time of inspection, child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not include insurance policy information/number and telephone number for the child's physician or source of medical care.
At the time of inspection, children #1, #2 and #3 Emergency Contact Forms did not include the parents work address. Children #1, #2, #3 and #5 Emergency Contact Forms did not include the parents work telephone numbers.
At the time of inspection, child #1 Emergency Contact Form did not have parents written consent for emergency medical care.
At the time of inspection, child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not address the question if the child has special needs.
At the time of inspection, child #5 Emergency Contact Form did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of inspection, the facility's Emergency Transportation Plan was not posted in each childcare space.
At the time of inspection, child #4 and #5 files did not contain documentation of the required 6-month review of the Emergency Contact Form.
Child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not include consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
At the time of inspection, child #1 and #3 Emergency Contact Form did not include written consent for the administration of minor first-aid.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1, #2 and #3 had not completed the required annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/24 program did not have verification documented of emergency plan being reviewed annually.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/24 staff persons# 1 through 3 file did not include documentation of emergency plan training being completed.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/24 it was observed the electrical outlet in classroom#1 electrical outlet did not have receptable cover in the child care space.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/24 it was observed the diapering area did not post the required signage indicating changing procedures.
During the renewal inspection it was observed the rest equipment for child #1 was not labeled.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/24 child #2 health assessment vaccinations was expired.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/24 Provider did not have a written policy addressing potential signs /symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing children; and prevention and identification of child maltreatment. Staff person # 2 and 3 file did not include health and safety update training.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/24 it was observed the emergency contact forms in classroom#1 were expired.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/24 child#1 emergency contact did not include the address of the designated individual that the child should be released to.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 staff person #3 was observed with 6 children alone in the indoor PlaySpace, staff person identified the responsibility of 3 children.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 electrical outlets were observed not having protective receptacle covers inside of them in the facility.
Ongoing noncompliance- During the inspection the playroom was observed having loose/unsecured tiles. This poses a threat to the health and safety of the children.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 the bathroom in the childcare space was observed missing a tile and having three holes in the wall.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 the cots in the facility did not have at least 2 feet of space (some cots had 10 inches and 1 foot) on three sides while in use.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 the file record for child #2 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 the file record for child #2 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 uncovered macaroni and cheese was observed in the refrigerator.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 two sippy cups in the facility were observed not labeled.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 six children were observed with staff person # 1 and 3 in the indoor PlaySpace that is licensed for 5 children at any one time from approximately 11:06 am until 12:00 pm.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 the file record for child # 4 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 the file record for child # 4 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 the file record for child #4 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 the file records for child #1,and 2 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 the file records for child # 1,2,3 and 4 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 3/20/2023 the file record for child # 4 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
During the inspection 3/20/2023 the file record child#4 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During the inspection on 2/9/2023 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.
During the inspection on 2/9/2023 the first-aid kits in the classroom was missing scissors.
During the inspection the playroom was observed having loose/unsecured tiles. This poses a threat to the health and safety of the children.
During the inspection on 2/9/2023 the file records for staff person #2 did not include an initial health assessment and TB test.
During the inspection on 2/9/2023 the last fire drill observed on file was 11/8/2022
During the inspection on 2/9/2023 the play space did not have emergency contact information present in a childcare space for 6 children receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 2/9/2023 the file records for staff person#2 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the inspection on 2/9/2023 the file records for staff person #1, 2 and 3 did not include the required updated one-hour health and safety training.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility had an emergency plan that did not provide for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and it did not provide 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.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility had broken protective guards covering the hot water pipes. This poses a threat to the health and safety of children.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility did not have the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center posted by each telephone in the facility.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility did not have an appropriate handwashing sign near every sink and bathroom.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the furniture was not mounted posing a potential safety hazards. A cubby was observed having sharp/splintered surface.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility did not have a safe routes plan posted.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility did not have evacuation routes posted.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility did not have proof of installation for the smoke detection system.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility had an emergency plan that did not provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises and did not include provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by §3270.94 (relating to fire drills).
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility did not have a daily schedule posted.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the file records for staff person #1 and 2 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the file records for staff persons #1 and 2 did not include two written, non family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the inspection on 10/5/2022 the facility did not have information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
“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
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 | $55.60 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.60 | $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.) | $45.60 | $45.60 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.60 | $45.60 |
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 Fizos Little Village LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Feb 3, 2026 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection on 02/03/26 staff person #2 was observed unsupervised caring for children with an expired PA criminal clearance, expired child abuse clearance, expired NSOR certificate, and expired first…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Fizos Little Village LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Fizos Little Village LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Fizos Little Village LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective May 5, 2023. 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 Fizos Little Village LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,112 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 91% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Fizos Little Village LLC last inspected?
Feb 25, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Fizos Little Village LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $68.00 for infant, $63.60 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 Fizos Little Village LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Fizos Little Village LLC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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