Frankies World
Frankies World is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 164 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 22 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 22). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #518 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing references in the files of Staff 1, 2, 3, and 4.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed the file of Staff 1 was missing the NSOR clearance.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed an out-of-date NSOR clearance in the file of Staff 4.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing emergency plan training for all staff at the facility.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed the facility's emergency plan was missing language concerning the following: recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment, and a plan of continuity of operations.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing documentation of the annual fire safety training taken by the staff.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing current documentation of a health assessment in the files of Staff 2 and Staff 3.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed Staff 1 had the Department of Education FBI clearance in her file instead of the Department of Human Services version as required.
During the renewal inspection on 03.22.23, the record reviewed for Staff Person #1 did not include verification of education and training for the title of Group Supervisor/LPN
During the complaint investigation on 11.08.22, it was founded that Staff Person #1 used a small wooden chair with straps to confine, restrain and restrict the movement of Child #1.
THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #5 DOES NOT INCLUDE COMPLETED NSOR VERIFICATION (SEE CODES) THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #6 DOES NOT INCLUDE OUT-OF-STATE CLEARANCES FOR THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA (SEE CODES). THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #8 DOES NOT INCLUDE COMPLETED NSOR VERIFICATION (SEE CODES) THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #09 DOES NOT INCLUDE COMPLETED NSOR VERIFICATION, PA STATE POLICE, AND FBI CLEARANCES (SEE CODES). THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #10 DOES NOT INCLUDE COMPLETED NSOR VERIFICATION, PA STATE POLICE AND FBI CLEARANCES (SEE CODES).
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 02.10.2022, THERE WAS CHIPPED PAINT LOCATED ON THE GREEN WALL OF THE INDOOR PLAYSPACE GYM.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 10TH, 2022, THE HEALTH REPORT REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1 AND CHILD #3, DID NOT INCLUDE A STATEMENT THAT THE CHILD IS ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN CHILD CARE AND APPEARS TO BE FREE FROM COMMUNICABLE DISEASE.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 10TH, 2022, THE HEALTH REPORT REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1, DATED 10.03.19 WAS MORE THAN 24 MONTHS OLD.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 10TH, 2022, THE HEALTH REPORT REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #7 AND STAFF PERSON #9 DID NOT INCLUDE AN EXAMINATION FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 10TH, 2022, THE AGREEMENT FORM REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1, CHILD#2, AND CHILD #3 DID NOT INCLUDE A SPECIFIED FEE AMOUNT TO BE CHARGED PER DAY OR PER WEEK.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 10TH, 2022, THE AGREEMENT FORM REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1, CHILD #2 AND CHILD #3 DID INCLUDE A SPECIFIC DATE ON WHICH THE PROGRAM FEE IS TO BE PAID.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 10TH, 2022, THE AGREEMENT FORM REVIEWED FOR CHILD #2, CHILD #3 AND CHILD #4 DID NOT INCLUDE SPECIFIC CHILD ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 10TH, 2022, THE AGREEMENT FORM REVIEWED FOR CHILD #3 DID NOT INCLUDE SPECIFIC PERSONS DESIGNATED BY THE PARENT TO WHOM THE CHILD MAY BE RELEASED.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 10TH, 2022, THE AGREEMENT FORM REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1, CHILD#2 AND CHILD#3 DID NOT INCLUDE A SPECIFIC DATE OF THE CHILD'S ADMISSION.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 10TH, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #3 AND STAFF PERSON #6 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF CHILD CARE EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION OR TRAINING BY DIPLOMA OR TRANSCRIPT.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON FEBRUARY 10TH, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #4 STAFF PERSON #5 AND STAFF PERSON #6DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN NONFAMILY REFERENCES FROM INDIVIDUALS ATTESTING TO THE PERSON'S SUITABILITY TO SERVE AS A FACILITY PERSON.
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $80.00 | $50.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $80.00 | $50.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $80.00 | $50.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $80.00 | $50.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $80.00 | $50.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $90.00 | $50.00 |
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 Frankies World 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 Mar 5, 2025 (background checks): “During renewal inspection, cert rep observed the file of Staff 1 was missing the NSOR clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Frankies World?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Frankies World’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Apr 23, 2021. 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 Frankies World compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #518 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Frankies World last inspected?
Feb 26, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Frankies World cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $80.00 for newborn, $80.00 for infant, $80.00 for young toddler, $80.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Frankies World?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Frankies World Foundation.
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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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