Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19121

GPY James G Blaine School

3001 W Berks St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 · Philadelphia County

Keystone STAR 1

GPY James G Blaine School is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 69 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (51 of 69). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,029 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 80% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

Tied for #1,029 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia

4 Core-safety citations

65 Other citations

6 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

69 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 3 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 8, 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 51

Training & qualifications 7

Health & medication 6

Background checks 4

Building & playground safety 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

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

During the renewal inspection, certification representative viewed the facility files, and the file did not include a written agreement between the school and childcare program's legal entity documenting the school's process for the disposal of hazardous materials and biological contaminants Announcement C-24-02.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2026): “Provider will get a written agreement between the school and childcare program's legal entity documenting the school's process for the disposal of hazardous materials and biological contaminants.”

Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file of staff #2 did not include PQAS certified pediatric CPR and first aid training within 90 days of hire.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2026): “Provider will have staff #2 complete PQAS certified pediatric CPR and first aid training. Staff #2 may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.”

Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name, address, and phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)

During an initial inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files of staff #1 did not include verification of address.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2026): “Provider will make a copy of id and put it in the files of staff #1.”

Core safety Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Background checks

CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 1 was missing a NSOR clearance in the file, staff #2 was missing a child abuse clearance in the file. staff # 3 disclosure was missing a date. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for the staff to provide the missing clearance information and include it in the file.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, children #1 and #4 need updated shot records the record is missing shots that should be recorded on the immunization record. Pneumococcal, MMR, Varicella child # 4 was missing hep A. child #3 was missing the entire immunization record in the file. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to provide updated immunization records for their child or provide exemption letter to be included in the file.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #2 was missing the health and safety update in the file. (noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for the staff to submit a copy of their health and safety update and include in the file.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #3 CPR was not a pediatric first aid CPR course. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2025): “The provider will remove staff #3 from schedule staff will not work with children until the CPR is taken on 5/24. The provider will submit a copy of the completed certificate before staff will be allowed to resume working.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 1, #3 and #4 were missing health and safety updates in the file. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for them to provide copies of their health and safety training certificate and include it in the file.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing a financial agreement in the file (noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, child #1 was missing the enrolling parent home phone number. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

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Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1, #2 and #5 were missing consent for emergency med care on the emergency contact form. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 were missing the policy number on the emergency contact form. children # 1 #2 and #5 were missing the insurance information on the emergency contact form. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files children # 1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing the release person address on the emergency contact form. children #1, #2, #3 and #4 were missing the release person phone number. Child #3 was missing a release person this area was left blank. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for them to complete the emergency contact forms to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, child #2 was missing an updated emergency contact in the file. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to update the emergency contact.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)

The provider will notify the parent and request for them to complete the emergency form to its entirety leaving no areas blank. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to complete the emergency form to it entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files children #1, #2 and #5 were missing consent for minor first aid on the emergency contact form this area was left blank. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents and request for them complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, children #2 and #5 were missing consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents and request for them to complete the missing information leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 2 #3 and #4 were missing employment verification in the file. staff #3 and #4 were missing proof of education in the file. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for them to provide their missing documents and include it in the file.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #3 and #4 was missing a health assessment in the file. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request the staff to provide a copy of their health assessment and include it in the file.”

Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #1 #3 did not have 12 hours of training in the file. staff # 2 is missing 3 hours of training in the file. (Noncompliant continued from SIN-00262062)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for them to provide 12 hours annual training and include it in the file.”

Core safety Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Background checks

CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 1 was missing a NSOR clearance in the file, staff #2 was missing a child abuse clearance in the file. staff # 3 disclosure was missing a date.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for the staff to provide the missing clearance information and include it in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, children #1 and #4 need updated shot records the record is missing shots that should be recorded on the immunization record. Pneumococcal, MMR, Varicella child # 4 was missing hep A. child #3 was missing the entire immunization record in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to provide updated immunization records for their child or provide exemption letter to be included in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #2 was missing the health and safety update in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for the staff to submit a copy of their health and safety update and include in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #3 CPR was not a pediatric first aid CPR course.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for the staff to take a approved pediatric first aid and CPR and include it in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 1, #3 and #4 were missing health and safety updates in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for them to provide copies of their health and safety training certificate and include it in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing a financial agreement in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, child #1 was missing the enrolling parent home phone number.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1, #2 and #5 were missing consent for emergency med care on the emergency contact form.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 were missing the policy number on the emergency contact form. children # 1 #2 and #5 were missing the insurance information on the emergency contact form.

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files children # 1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing the release person address on the emergency contact form. children #1, #2, #3 and #4 were missing the release person phone number. Child #3 was missing a release person this area was left blank.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for them to complete the emergency contact forms to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, child #2 was missing an updated emergency contact in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to update the emergency contact.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 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 viewed the children files, child #2 was missing consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to complete the emergency form to it entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files children #1, #2 and #5 were missing consent for minor first aid on the emergency contact form this area was left blank.

Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Feb 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents and request for them complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, children #2 and #5 were missing consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents and request for them to complete the missing information leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 2 #3 and #4 were missing employment verification in the file. staff #3 and #4 were missing proof of education in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for them to provide their missing documents and include it in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 4 was missing a health assessment in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request the staff to provide a copy of their health assessment and include it in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #1 #3 did not have 12 hours of training in the file. staff # 2 is missing 3 hours of training in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for them to provide 12 hours annual training and include it in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Core safety Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Background checks

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1 was missing out of state clearance results. Staff # 3 was missing their FBI results, the NSOR results and a disclosure statement.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will request for staff #1 to provider out of state clearances for the previous states they lived in”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing the Rotavirus shot, the Hib shot, the Pneumococcal shot, and the Hep A shot.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for up to date shot records or an exemption letter/refusal letter.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(2)(i)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing immunization records with no exemption letter in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for up to date shot records or an exemption letter to be included in the file.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1 and #2 were both missing the signature from the operator on the financial agreement.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will sign the fee agreement.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child # 2 was missing the fee amount of the financial agreement.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will include the fee amount on the agreement.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, children #3, #4 and #5 were missing the admission date in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will include the admission date in the file for each child that's missing the admission date.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)

During the renewal inspection children # 3 and #5 were both missing the name of the physician and the physician phone number.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #1 and #2 both children were missing the enrolling parents work address and work phone number.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file children #1, #2, #3 and #4 were missing consent for emergency medical care.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file child #1, child #2, were missing the policy number on their emergency contact form.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to complete the missing information leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1 and #2 were both missing the release person name address and phone number on the emergency contact form. Child # 3 was missing the release persons phone number.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents of each child and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(1)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #3, #4 and #5 were missing health assessments in the file. Children #1 and #2 health assessment were not completed by a physician they appear to be filled out by parent.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for update health assessment to include in the file.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 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 viewed the children's files children #1 #2 #3 and #4 were missing consent for minor first aid and missing consent for transportation, walking, excursions, swimming and wading these areas were left blank.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents of each child and request for them to complete the emergency contact to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(8)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #3, #4 and #5 were missing a record of their financial agreement in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will have the parent of each child complete and financial agreement and include it in the file.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff # 3 was missing their education and experience in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will request for staff # 3 to provide a copy of their education level and a completed employment verification.”

Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #1 and # 3 were both missing 2 references to be included in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “The provider will request for staff #1 and #3 to provide to references to be put in the file.”

Core safety Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Background checks

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

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1 was missing out of state clearance results. Staff # 3 was missing their FBI results, the NSOR results and a disclosure statement.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will request for staff #1 to provider out of state clearances for the previous states they lived in.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing the Rotavirus shot, the Hib shot, the Pneumococcal shot, and the Hep A shot.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for up to date shot records or an exemption letter/refusal letter.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(2)(i)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing immunization records with no exemption letter in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for up to date shot records or an exemption letter to be included in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1 and #2 were both missing the signature from the operator on the financial agreement.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will sign the fee agreement.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child # 2 was missing the fee amount of the financial agreement.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will include the fee amount on the agreement.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, children #3, #4 and #5 were missing the admission date in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will include the admission date in the file for each child that's missing the admission date.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)

During the renewal inspection children # 3 and #5 were both missing the name of the physician and the physician phone number.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #1 and #2 both children were missing the enrolling parents work address and work phone number.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file children #1, #2, #3 and #4 were missing consent for emergency medical care.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file child #1, child #2, were missing the policy number on their emergency contact form.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to complete the missing information leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1 and #2 were both missing the release person name address and phone number on the emergency contact form. Child # 3 was missing the release persons phone number.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents of each child and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(1)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #3, #4 and #5 were missing health assessments in the file. Children #1 and #2 health assessment were not completed by a physician they appear to be filled out by parent.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for update health assessment to include in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 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 viewed the children's files children #1 #2 #3 and #4 were missing consent for minor first aid and missing consent for transportation, walking, excursions, swimming and wading these areas were left blank.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents of each child and request for them to complete the emergency contact to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(8)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #3, #4 and #5 were missing a record of their financial agreement in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will have the parent of each child complete and financial agreement and include it in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff # 3 was missing their education and experience in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will request for staff # 3 to provide a copy of their education level and a completed employment verification.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #1 and # 3 were both missing 2 references to be included in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 6, 2024): “The provider will request for staff #1 and #3 to provide to references to be put in the file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

“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.

About this center

Capacity —

Certificate status Regular

Certificate valid through May 6, 2027

Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jul 30, 2024 · what STARS means

Operator Greater Philadelphia YMCA

Phone —

State certificate # CER-00255479

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Common questions

Has GPY James G Blaine School 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 Mar 31, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 1 was missing a NSOR clearance in the file, staff #2 was missing a child abuse clearance in the file. staff # 3 disclosure…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about GPY James G Blaine School?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at GPY James G Blaine School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is GPY James G Blaine School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jul 30, 2024. 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 GPY James G Blaine School compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,029 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was GPY James G Blaine School last inspected?

Apr 8, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs GPY James G Blaine School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Greater Philadelphia YMCA.

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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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