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GPY John F Hartranft

720 W Cumberland St, Philadelphia, PA 19133 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 1

GPY John F Hartranft 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 8 times. The state cited 74 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (36 of 74). 19 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #935 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 72% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #935 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1 Core-safety citations
73 Other citations
8 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
74 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 19 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 27, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 27, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 10, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 10, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 15, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 31, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 26, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 36
Training & qualifications 20
Health & medication 8
Emergency preparedness 6
Transportation 2
Food & feeding 1
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Follow-up Mar 27, 2026 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)
On 3/27/26, the health assessment reviewed for staff #4 was not updated within a 24-month period. Last dated 1/22/24 (Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26 and unannounced inspection conducted 3/10/26).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Staff #4 has submitted a new health assessment, and it has been documented in their file.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
On 3/27/26, the record reviewed for child #3 did not include an initial health assessment. (Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26 and unannounced inspection conducted 3/10/26).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Child #3 has been unenrolled as off 3/17/2026. The child is elligible to re-enroll in the program once they present an acceptable health assessment that indicates that the child is free of communicable diseases.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 10, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/10/26, the health assessment reviewed for staff #4 was not updated within a 24-month period. Last dated 1/22/24 (Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 30, 2026): “The site director will instruct staff #4 to get a health assessment and request the completed form by the date indicated.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 10, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/10/26, the record reviewed for child #3 did not include an initial health assessment. (Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 30, 2026): “The site director will follow up with the guardian of child #3 for an updated health assessment. The document will be provided before the date indicated”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the continuity of operations reviewed did not include information on, backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The GPY YMCA legal entity has included the required information from this regulation in our emergency preparedness plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the health assessment reviewed for child #1 did not include a signature signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will request a signed health assessment document for child #1 by the date indicated.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the health assessment reviewed for child #1 and #2 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will provide the families of child #1 and child #2 with the DHS health assessment document and request it be signed and returned by the indicated date.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the health assessment reviewed for staff #4 was not updated within a 24-month period. Last dated 1/22/24.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will instruct staff #4 to get a health assessment and request the completed form by the date indicated.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the record reviewed for child #3 did not include an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will follow up with the guardian of child #3 for an updated health assessment. The document will be provided before the date indicated”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the liability insurance presented and reviewed was not current and expired 1/1/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director has printed and placed the current liability insurance (2026) documentation on the board for observation.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #5 completed fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “Staff #5 will be provided with instructions to complete fire safety training in the PD registry and will send the training completion for filing.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, staff person #1, #2 and #5 has not completed the following required preservice training within 90 days of their date of hire. Pediatric First Aid and CPR. There was also no verification available for review to verify staff #5 completed the required health and safety training topics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “Until such time as the required training has been completed staff person #1, #2 and #5 must be supervised when interacting with children at minimum by an assistant group supervisor who has completed all pre-service trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. if there are…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the staff evaluation reviewed for staff #2 and #4 was not updated within a 12-month period. Last dated January 2024 through January 2025.Upon request there was no verification available for review for staff #5 to verify that a written evaluation, at minimum of one evaluation every 12 months was conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will complete and used the GPY YMCA annual evaluation to review staff performance for staff #2, staff #4, and staff #5. The review document will be printed and presented in staff file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Associate's, 30 credits + 4 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(4)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the record reviewed for staff #1 did not include verification of education or childcare experience for the position performing. (Director)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The district team leader will complete a verification of experience form with the site director. The completed form will be filed with staff information.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the record reviewed for staff #1 did not include verification of education or childcare experience for the position performing. Therefore, a director is not employed at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “Effective as of 2/11/2026, a substitute leader with a full file worked as a director. The district team leader also completed a verification of experience form for staff #1.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the record reviewed for staff #3 and #5 did not include verification of childcare experience for the position performing. (Assistant Group Supervisor)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will meet with staff #3 and staff #5 to verify their experience in childcare. They will sign the form and document in file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the agreement reviewed for child #3 did not include a parent signature.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will follow up with the guardian of child #3 for a signature on the agreement in file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 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 conducted 2/10/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #4 and #5 did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The guardians will be requested to sign for emergency medical care on the emergency contact form for child #4 and child #5.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will follow up with the guardian of child #5 for a signature on the administration of medications or specific dietary needs.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #4 and #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will follow up with the guardian of child #5 for a signature on the administration of minor first aid procedures.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #5 did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will follow up with the guardian of child #5 for a signature to consent to transportation and walking excursions.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, the record reviewed for staff #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record did include one written reference letter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The site director will instruct staff #2 to retrieve two written references and will document in the staff file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted 2/10/26, upon request, 12 hours of childcare training was not available for review for staff #2 and #5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “Site director will provide staff #2 and staff #5 with instructions to complete annual training hours. The staff will present a certificate to indicate their hours.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
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Follow-up Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/19/25, the records reviewed for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 did not include an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. (Continued non-compliance from the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Site director will connect with guardians to obtain a copy of child #2, #4, and #6's health assessments. Contingency will be to provide guardians with a release form, giving the operator access to health records with the school nurse. Guardians will be notified of removal from program if they do…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/19/25, there was no verification available for review to verify the facility notified local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility. (Continued non-compliance from the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “District Team Leader will submit verification to the local traffic and safety authorities.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/19/25, the fire safety training reviewed for staff #4 was not updated and expired 1/9/25. There was no fire safety training verification available for review to verify staff #3 completed annual fire safety training. (See code sheet for hire date) (Continued non-compliance from the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Staff #4 will have fire safety complete by 2/28/2025. Site director will provide Staff#4 with instructions on how to login to PA keys and complete fire safety completion. Staff will be instructed to record PA keys registry records with date acknowledged.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/19/25, the record reviewed for staff #5 did not include verification of education or experience for the position performing. (Assistant Group supervisor). (Continued non-compliance from the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Site director will work with staff #5 to complete the verification of experience form. The form will be included in the form. Staff #5 will also provide a printed copy of educational development certificate.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/19/25, the records reviewed for staff #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. (Continued non-compliance from the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Staff #2 and #3 are no longer employed with the Greater Philadelphia YMCA. Staff #4 and #5 will produce two letters of recommendation by 3/28/25.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Building Codes 55 Pa. Code §3270.15(b)
During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/19/25, there was no certificate of occupancy available for review. (Continued non-compliance from the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Certificate of occupancy is now displayed on compliance board.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify Staff #1, and #5 received emergency plan training at the time of initial employment. Staff #2, #3 and #4 emergency plan trainings were not updated on annual basis. last updated 1/9/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Staff person #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 are no longer employed by the Greater Philadelphia YMCA. Staff #4 & Staff #5 will receive emergency plan training on 2/19/2025. A certificate will be placed in their staff file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the emergency plan was not posted in the facility in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “The emergency plan has been updated, printed, and posted on compliance board.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no menu posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will post the monthly dinner menu from the school district.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, written notification of safe routes was not posted by the operator in a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site Director will post the safe route notice on our compliance board.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no emergency drill log available for review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will conduct an emergency drill by February 28, 2025. Site director will document the occurance on the emergency drill log provided. The log will be printed and posted on compliance board.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no verification available for review to verify the facility conducts fire drills at least once every 60days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director has implemented a fire drill for the month of February on 2/20/2025, and will follow up with another in the next 30 days.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no verification available for review to verify the facility sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will send a copy of our updated emergency plan to local municipality for review. Site director will document record of receipt by county emergency management agency.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the records reviewed for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 did not include an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will connect with guardians to obtain a copy of child #2, #4, and #6's health assessments. Contingency will be to provide guardians with a release form, giving the operator access to health records with the school nurse.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no verification available for review to verify the facility notified local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “District Team Leader will submit verification to the local traffic and safety authorities.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no current copy of the facilities liability insurance policy on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “A copy of the liability insurance has been printed and posted on the compliance board.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the fires safety training reviewed for staff #4 was not updated and expired 1/9/25. There was no fire safety training verification available for review to verify staff #3 completed annual fire safety training. (See code sheet for hire date).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Staff #4 will have fire safety complete by 2/28/2025. Site director will provide Staff#4 with instructions on how to login to PA keys and complete fire safety completion. Staff will be instructed to record PA keys registry records with date acknowledged.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no verification available for review to verify staff #2 and #5 completed the required health and safety training within 90days of hire. (See code sheet for hire date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Staff #2 is no longer employed with the Greater Philadelphia YMCA. Staff #5 will receive instructions for better kid care and complete by 2/28/2205. The certificate will be printed and placed in staff file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #5 completed mandated reporter training within 90days of hire. (See code sheet for hire date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Staff person #5 will be given 15 additional days from the plan of correction requested date to complete required training. Staff cannot be unsupervised. if there are not enough staff available that meet the requirements necessary to supervise staff without the appropriate training qualifications…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, Upon request a written evaluation within a 12-month period was not produced for staff person #3 and #4 (see code sheet for hire date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “District Team Leader and site leader will conduct an employee review following the GPY review process provided by HR. The review will be printed and placed in the staff file once signed/ acknowledged.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the record reviewed for staff #5 did not include verification of education or experience for the position performing. (Assistant Group supervisor).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will work with staff #5 to complete the verification of experience form. The form will be included in the form. Staff #5 will also provide a printed copy of educational development certificate.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no written daily activity schedule posted in the group space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will complete and print a schedule template that reflects the program's daily agenda. This will then be displayed on compliance board.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the agreement reviewed for child #3 and #5 did not include the signature of the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Child #3 and child #5 have been dropped from the program as of 2/3/2025.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the agreement reviewed for child #3 and #5 did not include the arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Child #3 and child #5 have been dropped from the program as of 2/3/2025.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the agreement reviewed for child #3 and #5 did not include the date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Child #3 and child #5 have been dropped from the program as of 2/3/2025.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the record reviewed for child #1, #2, #4 and #6 did not include an agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Child #1 is no longer enrolled in our program. Site director has provided guardians of children #2, #4, and #6 with agreement forms with a return date of 2/21/25. Forms will be signed by site director and returned to child files.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Child #1 is no longer enrolled in our program. Site director will conduct the 6-month review for child #2 and highlight the missing information for guardians. They will be required to sign for student to remain in program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1, #2, #4 and #6 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Child #4 emergency contact also did not include the home phone number of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Child #1 is no longer enrolled in our program. Site Director will request the home phone number and addresses of emergency contacts for child #2, #4, and #6 during our 6-month review of emergency contact docs. Our review period for emergency contact information has began and will be complete by…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 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 conducted 1/15/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Child #1 is no longer enrolled in program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #4 did not include the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will follow up with the guardian of child #4 and request that they provide the information at pickup one day. The site director will bring the emergency contact form to the guardian and will give them an opportunity to sign in person at pick-up.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will request that the guardian of child #2 complete our 6-month review process of the emergency contact form before the end of February. Site director will highlight the outstanding information for pickup individuals. Guardian will sign in person at pickup and will be notified that…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, a 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 the childcare space in the cafeteria where children were receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will print and post the emergency procedure letter on the site's compliance board.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 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 conducted 1/15/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 and #4 and #6 was not updated within a 6-month period. Last updated 1/10/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Child #2, #4, and #6 will be provided with a new emergency contact form to complete for this school year. Site director will instruct parents to complete prior to child's return in program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 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 conducted 1/15/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will update annually and replace on the compliance board.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 did not include the signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will highlight the consents for transportation and walking excursions. Swimming and wading will be indicated as not applicable (our program does not interact with water).”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the records reviewed for staff #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Staff #2 and #3 are no longer employed with the Greater Philadelphia YMCA. Staff #4 and #5 will produce two letters of recommendation by 2/28/25.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Building Codes 55 Pa. Code §3270.15(b)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no certificate of occupancy available for review.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Certificate of occupancy is now displayed on compliance board.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no verification available for review to verify staff #5 completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. (See code sheet for hire date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will provide instructions and a training opportunity for staff #5 to participate and complete the required first aid and cpr training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, the facilities current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location. There was no information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional childcare office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Site director will print the most current certificate of compliance and electronic regulations and post on compliance board.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted 1/15/25, there was no verification available for review to verify staff #3 completed 12 clock hours of childcare training Within a 12-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Staff #3 is no longer employed with the Greater Philadelphia YMCA.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up May 31, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Continued non-compliance on 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff people #1, and #2 did not have evidence of in the health and safety training in the individual staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 3, 2024): “Evidence of completed health and safety training for the individual staff records have been provided.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 31, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Continued non-compliance on 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #3 did not have evidence of a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months in the individual staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2024): “A staff evaluation for employees shall be completed upon 12-month period of employment for each employee.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 31, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(iv)
Continued non-compliance on 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #3 did not have evidence of acceptable verification of experience and one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) in the individual staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2024): “Staff # 3 is a CCA-verification of experience has been attempted. Proof-submission provided. A new director was hired, and all qualifications and records are in the individual records. New director name is Sandra Jean- Baptiste. All documents were submitted to the certification rep. for…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 31, 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)
Continued non-compliance on 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child#1, #2, #3, and #4 did not have written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2024): “Child #1,3,4 proof of written consent will be submitted. Child #2-No longer attends the program”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 31, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Continued non-compliance on 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #3 and #4. did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2024): “Child #3: parental release consent was provided. Child #4: Child no longer attends program.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 31, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)/3270.182(3)
Continued non-compliance on 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child # 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2024): “Parent provided written consent for child #1, 3, 4. Child #2: No longer attends longer”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 31, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
Continued non-compliance on 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #1, #2, #3, and #4. did not have signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2024): “Child #3: parental release consent was provided. Child #4: Child no longer attends program.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 31, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
Continued non-compliance on 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #1, #2, #3, and #4. did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2024): “Parents shall provide written consent during registration period. prior to admission to programs”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #1,#2, #3 and #4 did not have evidence of the NSOR in the individual staff record. Staff person #3 did not have evidence of the disclosure statement in the individual staff record. Staff person #2 and #4 did not have evidence of the FBI clearance in the individual staff record. Staff person #2 and #3 did not have evidence of the mandated reporting training in the individual staff record
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Director will obtain the NSOR for staff #1,#2,#3,#4. Director will have evidence of the disclosure statement for staff #3 in staff files. Director will have evidence of FBI clearance for staff #2 and #4. And will have evidence of the mandated reporting for staff #2 and #3. All required documents…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #5 and #8 did not have evidence of administered immunizations in the children's individual records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Child#5 and #8 no longer attend the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not have evidence of health assessment including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. in the individual staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “All staff health assessments were obtained and placed in each child's individual staff records for staff person #1, #2, and #4. Staff person #3 no longer works at the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #3,#7,and #10 did not have an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Children #3, #7, and # 10 no longer attends the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #2,#3,and #4 did not have evidence of in the health and safety training in the individual staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The director obtained all required health and safety trainings from staff #2 and #4. All staff trainings were placed in the staff individual records. Staff person #3 no longer works in the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #2,#3,#4 and #5 did not have evidence of a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months in the individual staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Director will meet with staff person #2,#3, #4and #5 to review their staff evaluation. The document will be signed by both director and employee and placed in the employee file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(iv)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #5 did not have evidence of acceptable verification of experience and one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) in the individual staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Director obtained staff person #5 degree and placed the document in the staff file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #2 and #3 did not have evidence of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children in the individual staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Director obtained staff #2 Highschool diploma or a general educational development certificate and will place in the staff file. Staff #3 is no longer employed at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #1,#2,#3,#4,#5,#6,#7,#8,#9, and #10 did not have the date of admission on the childs agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The director will review the agreement forms and put the admission date on each child's form. All forms were placed in child #4, #3, #9, #2, and #6 individual files. Children # 1, #3, #5, #7, #8, and #10 no longer attend the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #2, #3,#4,#6 and #7 did not have the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on the childs emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Director will review the emergency contact form with the enrolling parent. The name, address and telephone number of the child's physician will be obtained, and the form will be updated and completed. The emergency contact form was placed in child #2, #4, and #6 individual file. Children #3 and #7…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 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)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #1, #2,#3,#4,#6,#7,#9, and #10 did not have written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The director will review the emergency contact with the enrolling parent to obtain written consent signature by the parent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact form. All updated emergency contact forms will be placed in child's #2, #4, #6, and #9. Childs #1, #5, #7, and #10 no longer…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child # 1,#2,#3,#4,#6,#7,and #9 did not have information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The director will review all enrolling documents and have the parent completed all missing information. All updated emergency contact forms will be placed in child #2, #4, #6 and #9. Children #1, #3, and #7 no longer attends the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #1,#2,#3,#4,#5,#6,#7,#8,and #9. did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The director obtained the insurance information from child # 2, #4, #6, and #7. Children #1, #3, # 5, #8, and #9 no longer attend the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)/3270.182(3)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child # 6, #7, and #9, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Children #1, # 3, and #7 no longer attend the program. Director will obtain all required information for child #6 and #9 designated individual to whom the child may be released to.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #2,#3,#4,#6,#7,#9, and #10 did not have signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Director will have the parent complete all the missing information on the enrolling paperwork. Child # 3 and #7 no longer attends the program. Children #2, #4, #9, and #6 updated emergency contact form will be placed in the individual child's file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #2,#3,#4,#6,#7,#9, and #10 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The director will review the enrolling paperwork with the parent and have them complete all missing information and placed in child #2, #4, #6, and #9 individual files. Child #3, #7, and #10 no longer attends the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, child #2,#3,#4,#6,#7,#9, and #10 did not have signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The director will review and obtain all missing information from the emergency contact form. Updated forms will be placed in child#2, #4, #6, and #9 files. Children #3, #7, and #10 no longer attend the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #2,#3,#4, and #5 did not have evidence of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person in the individual staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Director will obtain staff references from each staff member and place them in the staff individual files. Staff person #4 #5 and #2 references will be placed in the staff persons individual files. Staff person #3 is no longer employed at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #3 and #5 did not have evidence of annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training in the individual staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Director will printout 12 hour training for all staff and have documents in each staff files. Staff #3 and #5 no longer works with the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 26, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During an initial inspection conducted on 9/26/2023, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain verification of child care experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2023): “Staff member will take verification of child care experience to previous jobs to have the forms complete.”
Citation Sep 26, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
General requirements for facility persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(d)
During the initial inspection conducted on 9/26/2023, Staff member # 1 file did not contain verification of CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2023): “Staff member will complete first aid and cpr class on September 27, 2023.”

“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 Apr 3, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jul 30, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator Greater Philadelphia YMCA
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00256435
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Common questions

Has GPY John F Hartranft had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 18, 2024 (background checks): “On 3/18/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #1,#2, #3 and #4 did not have evidence of the NSOR in the individual staff record. Staff person #3 did not have evidence of the disclosure statement in the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about GPY John F Hartranft?

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

What is GPY John F Hartranft’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 John F Hartranft compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #935 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was GPY John F Hartranft last inspected?

Mar 27, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs GPY John F Hartranft?

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

Certified centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.

To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.

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