Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19146

GPY Christian Street Early Learning Center

1724 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 · Philadelphia County

3 core-safety citations in last 12 months 11 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4

GPY Christian Street Early Learning Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 289 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 11 complaint investigations. The state cited 44 violations, 14 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 44). 13 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #786 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 60% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

Tied for #786 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia

14 Core-safety citations

30 Other citations

9 Inspections

11 Complaint investigations that found violations

44 citations from 22 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 13 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 29, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 10

Supervision 9

Health & medication 9

Training & qualifications 6

Background checks 2

Emergency preparedness 2

Building & playground safety 2

Staff ratios 1

Child protection 1

Caregiver conduct 1

Other standards 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 29, 2026 Self-reported violation Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

On 3/9/26, a staff person directed a child to go to his classroom, and child was observed in the hallway alone and unsupervised.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “We will ensure that children are supervised at all times. The staff person was immediately terminated. We will develop and submit written verification of a supervision plan to ensure compliance. This plan will include ongoing supervision training and observations to ensure compliance. We will…”

Core safety Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): One facility person's records did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents (#1 hired 6/24/24- no NSOR)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “Facility Person #1 will not work in a childcare position at the facility until the required CPSL documents have been obtained, completed and submitted as specified. We will submit a copy of the required, completed CPSL clearance documents for the identified staff person. We will ensure that all…”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)

The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “We will amend the facility emergency plan to include accommodations for toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. We do not service infants. We will submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)

There was no written record of an emergency drill completed annually as specified in these regulations.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “We will conduct an emergency drill and submit a copy of the written record.”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

The facility lacked written policies on the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “We will develop and submit written policies on the prevention of shaken baby, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)

Two children's records did not contain a signed agreement in accordance with this regulation.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “We will obtain and submit a signed agreement for the indicated children that includes both the operator and parent's signature as specified. We will ensure that the parent receives the original and that a copy of the original and subsequent agreements are contained in the child's record.”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)

Several children's records did not contain a child service report that had been completed within the past 6 months. #1, #2, and #3)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “A current up-to-date child service report will be completed and submitted for the indicated children. We will ensure that child service reports are completed for all children as specified in this regulation.”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)

Two children's records lacked emergency contact information as specified in these regulations. (#2 and #3)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “We will obtain and submit the required emergency contact information for the identified child. We will ensure that all children's records contain emergency contact information as specified in these regulations.”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)

Children were observed being cared for in the toddler and preschool classrooms and the emergency contact information for all the children were not present in the classrooms.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “The emergency contact information will be placed in the childcare space in which the child is receiving care. We will ensure that emergency contact information is present in all childcare spaces in which children are receiving care.”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)

The facility's written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in several classrooms. (2 preschool classrooms and in the school age classroom)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “We will post the emergency transportation plan in each classroom/child care space and ensure that it accompanies staff persons who leave on excursions with children.”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

One child's record did not contain emergency contact and financial agreement information that had been reviewed and updated within the past 6 months. (#4)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “We will obtain and submit written verification of the updated emergency contact and financial agreement information for the identified child/ren.”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(2)

Two children's agreements did not specify the date of the child's admission.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “We will specify the date of admission on the child's agreement and submit a copy of the properly completed agreement for verification of compliance. We will ensure that all agreements include the date of the child's admission.”

Core safety Jan 21, 2026 Complaint investigation Staff ratios

Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51

On 1/7/26, a staff person left the classroom leaving another staff person supervising 15 preschool age children, thus staff/child ratios were not in compliance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2026): “The staff person was suspended for not following facility policies regarding staff/child ratios. The staff:child ratio was corrected within minutes. We will ensure that staff:child ratios are in compliance at all times.”

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Core safety Jul 8, 2025 Complaint investigation Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

During the complaint investigation conducted on July 8, 2025, the Certification Representative interviewed the Director, who confirmed that a child had been left alone in the building during transition time.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 10, 2025): “The Director implemented picture name cards for all staff to indicate who remains with the group and created "STOP" signs at each exit door to remind staff to pause and verify before leaving for the next room or going outside the building.”

Core safety Jul 8, 2025 Complaint investigation Supervision

Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)

During the complaint investigation conducted on July 8, 2025, the Certification Representative interviewed the Director, who confirmed that a child had been left alone in the building during transition time.

Core safety Jun 13, 2025 Complaint investigation Supervision

Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)

During a complaint investigation inspection conducted on 06/13/25, the Certification Representative verified the complaint stating Staff #1 allowed the children to go to the restroom alone.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2025): “The Director immediately scheduled an emergency staff meeting on 5/20/25, regarding the importance of supervision. Staff #1 was terminated on 05/21/25.”

Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/15/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records for Staff #6, Staff #7, Staff #8, Staff #10, Staff #11, Staff #19, and Staff #21. Staff # 6, #7, #8, #11, #19, and #19 content of records did not contain a completed initial Heath Assessment form. Staff # 10 content of records contain an expired Health Assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The director has provided the staff that had missing health assessments with the form and has required that they all have this completed along with the TB test if that had not been done prior to their start date.”

Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/15/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records of Staff # 6, Staff # 7, and Staff #20. Staff #6, Staff #7, and Staff #20 content of records did not contain a Heath and Safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2025): “The director will have staff # 6, #7 and #20 print out the completed Health and Safety certificate for the staff member's onsite file. If the training was expired or not complete the staff member completed the training. Moving forward the director will use the DHS staff data sheet to keep track of…”

Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/15/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records of Staff #7, Staff #8, and Staff #21. Staff #7, Staff #8, and Staff #21 content of records did not include evidence of education.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2025): “The director will ask for all education evidence, transcripts and experience while onboarding the staff member. The director will add their experience and educational degree to the staff members on site file and complete the DHS staff data sheet with the information.”

Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/15/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records of Staff #7, Staff # 11, and Staff #20. Staff #7, Staff #11, and Staff #20 content of records did not include a Pediatric First Aid Certificate training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The director helped staff get registered for Pediatric First Aid and CPR training. The staff are being required to attend the trainings offered this month. The director will get the certificates from the staff upon completion of the courses.”

Citation Jul 3, 2024 Complaint investigation Health & medication

2 hour diaper check 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(e)

During a complaint investigation conducted on 07/03/24. the Certification Representative reviewed communication board between the parent and teacher for day 06/14/2024, and there was no indication of the child being changed every two hours.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “Staff are using the Tadpole app to record all diaper changes and the Director can login to be sure that all children are checked and or changed every 2 hours if not more throughout the day.”

Citation Jul 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Immediate access/Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)/3270.191

During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 07/03/24, the Certification Representative request for new hire Staff's #1, Staff's #2, and Staff 's #3 content of records. Staff's #1, Staff's #2, and Staff's #3 content of records was not on the premises.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 26, 2024): “The District Team Leader was able to get access to the central data base where the YMCA keeps staff clearances. The Director created onsite files for new staff, she will maintain the staff files and keep them onsite in the childcare office.”

Core safety Apr 26, 2024 Complaint investigation Child protection

Required to report/Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.19(a)/3270.32(a)

During a complaint investigation conducted on 4/26/24, the Certification Representative inquired the program director if Childline was called for the alleged abuse made by the parent. The program director contacted the regional director to inquire if Childline was notified of the alleged abuse made by the parent. The Regional Director, no ChildLine was not contacted, only OCDEL.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 26, 2024): “The program director immediately calls the Childline office to report the allegations made by the parent against a teacher, once the Certification Representative advises to call Childline.”

Core safety Mar 15, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision

Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)

During a complaint investigation conducted on 3/15/24, the Certification Representative interviewed the Director of program. Director verified that Staff #2 did not know the child was outside the classroom and did not do the final count of the children after the class entered the classroom.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “All staff will utilize primary care cards and complete name to face check at every transition. When entering the gym space staff will have children stay together as a group until they complete a head count/name to face check.”

Citation Feb 14, 2024 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 a renewal inspection conducted on 2/14/24, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's # 7 content of records, Staff's 7 content of records indicated an expired Health Assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “Staff member obtained updated physical on 2/16/24.”

Core safety Nov 8, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

During the compliant investigation inspection conducted on 11/08/23 reported on 11/02/23, the certification representative spoke to Staff #1 and Staff #2 verifying child #1 was left for 30 seconds by staff # 2 outside the door coming in from the playground.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2024): “Director requested DHS referral for STARS TA to provide supervision training for all staff. DHS referral was sent to, Ms. Diane Getzinger. Director will follow STARS TA's procedure for scheduling supervision training and ensure staff receive a minimum of 2 hours supervision training.”

Core safety Oct 20, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision

Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)

During a complaint investigation conducted on 10/20/23, the Certification Representative interviewed Staff #1 regarding an incident that occurred on 10/17/23. Staff # 1 stated, "it was verified on the camera placed in the back stairwell that child #1, child #2, and child #3 were left unattended for three minutes.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “The Director will assign Staff #1, and Staff #2 to complete a supervision training in addition to receiving a final warning.”

Citation Mar 7, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

At the time of inspection, staff person # 2 did not have verification of a valid health assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 26, 2023): “Provider will request a health assessment.”

Citation Mar 7, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)

At the time of inspection, the health assessment for staff person # 1 did not include an examination for communicable diseases or suitability to provide child care.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2023): “Provider will ensure that all staff have required sections of the health assessment completed”

Citation Mar 7, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)

At the time of inspection, staff persons #3,4,5 and 6 did not have verification of the updated health and safety child care training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 26, 2023): “Staff persons #3,4,5 and 6 will complete the professional development.”

Core safety Feb 24, 2023 Self-reported violation Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

Per the provider's admission, a child was left unsupervised for approximately 10 minutes while under the supervision of staff persons # 1 and 2.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2023): “Staff will be trained in supervision and all staff will conduct face and name supervision check prior to all transitions.”

Core safety Aug 19, 2022 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)

STAFF PERSON #1 WAS OBSERVED USING A FORM A PHYSICAL PUNISHMENT ON CHILD #1.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2022): “STAFF PERSON #1 WAS TERMINATED IMMEDIATELY AND REMOVED FROM THE FACILITY.”

Core safety Mar 23, 2022 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #8 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT CONTAIN A COPY OF THE NSOR AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #10 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT CONTAIN A COPY OF THE NSOR AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #11 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT CONTAIN A COPY OF THE CRIMINAL HISTORY CLEARANCE, NSOR OR FBI HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2022): “STAFF PERSONS # 8, 10 AND 11 MAY NOT WORK IN A CHILD CARE POSITION AT THE FACILITY.”

Citation Mar 23, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)

AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED CHILDREN PRESCHOOL AGE CHILDREN SLEEPING ON REST EQUIPMENT NOT LABELED FOR SPECIFIC CHILD.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL HAVE STAFF LABELED ALL REST EQUIPMENT.”

Citation Mar 23, 2022 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)

AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSON # 9 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF A CURRENT HEALTH ASSESSMENT.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL REQUEST A CURRENT HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR STAFF PERSON #9.”

Citation Mar 23, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)

AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR STAFF PERSON # 8 DID NOT INCLUDE AN EXAMINATION FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES OR SUITABILITY TO PROVIDE CHILD CARE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL ENSURE THAT ALL STAFF HAVE REQUIRED SECTIONS OF THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT COMPLETE.”

Citation Mar 23, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)

AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSONS #1,2,3,4,5,7,8,10 AND DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF PEDIATRIC FIRST AND PEDIATRIC CRP.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL ENSSURE ALL STAFF IS TRAINED IN PEDIATRIC FIRST AND PEDIATRIC CRP.”

Citation Mar 23, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSON # 9 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF ANNUAL FIRESAFETY TRAINING.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL HAVE STAFF TAKE TRAINING.”

Citation Mar 23, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSON # 10 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF HEALTH AND SAFETY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING AS REQUIRED WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL HAVE STAFF TAKE TRAINING.”

Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED SEVERAL DAMAGE CEILING TILES IN THE TODDLER ROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL REPAIR THE TILE.”

Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Health & medication

Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)

AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A CHILD IN THE YOUNG TODDLER ROOM HANDS NOT WASHED AFTER BEING DIAPERED.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL RETRAIN STAFF.”

Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED SEVERAL DAMAGE CEILING TILES IN THE TODDLER ROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR. CONTINUOUS NONCOMPLIANCE

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 22, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL REPAIR THE TILE.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Sep 21, 2021 Complaint investigation Other standards

General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21

PER PROVIDER ADMISSION, CHILD #1 RAN INTO THE STREET AND WAS LIGHTLY STRUCK BY A CAR WHEN CROSSING THE STREET.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2021): “GREEN SIGNS WILL BE PUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET, A STAFF MEMBER WILL STAND IN THE STREET WHILE CHILDREN CROSS AND ADDTIONAL STAFF WILL BE UTILIZED IF NEEDED TO HELP WITH CROSSING THE STREET.”

Core safety Sep 10, 2021 Complaint investigation Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

PER THE PROVIDER, CHILD #1 WAS LEFT ALONE IN A CLASSROOM ON THE SECOND FLOOR.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATION AND IMPLEMENT SUPERVISION REVIEW.”

“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.