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Gpy West Philadelphia YMCA

5120 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Gpy West Philadelphia YMCA is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 59 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 45 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (19 of 45). 16 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #833 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 64% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #833 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
4 Core-safety citations
41 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
45 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 16 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 9, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 9, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 10, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citation Jul 9, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Jul 29, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 15, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 16, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 25, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 7, 2022 · 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 19
Emergency preparedness 8
Building & playground safety 4
Training & qualifications 3
Health & medication 3
Supervision 2
Background checks 2
Transportation 2
Other standards 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the inspection, it was observed that the none of the staff knew the children in his assigned group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “All staff have been retrained in Primary care cards and how to proper use them.”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
During the inspection, it was observed that the provider had not reviewed their emergency plan within the last year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “The emergency plan has been reviewed and updated.”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During the inspection, it was observed that the furniture in room A/B was not appropriate for the child's size, age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “Appropriate size furniture is now in room A/B”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not conducted an emergency drill within the last year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “An emergency drill has been conducted.”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include their shelter in place/lock-down area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “Our plan has the updated information for lock down and emergency procedures in it.”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have the update and required policy changes for shaken baby syndrome. 1. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “The shaken baby snydrome and maltreatment of children are found in our handbook and has been posted onsite.”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have a completed copy of their civil rights form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “The civil rights compliance application was completed on 7/17/26 when alerted that it was not complete.”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Other standards
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not completed their annual renewal application.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “On 7/17/26 a paper renewal application was completed as the portal system would not allow me to complete one. It stated that there were 2 applications in the system already.”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
During the inspection, it was observed that the gym did not have a daily schedule posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “Daily schedule is posted in the gym.”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 6, 7, &, 10, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “Files 6, 7, 10 have been updated with the following information”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 6, 7, &, 10, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “Files 6, 7, 10 have been updated with the following information”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1-10, did not include the address number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “Files 1-10 have been updated with the following information”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the inspection, it was observed that room B, Family room, and Gym did not have a posted emergency transportation plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “Emergency transportation plans have been posted in designated areas”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 2, 6, 8, and 9, did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child, nor did it include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “Files 1, 2, 6, 8, 9 have been updated with the following information”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 2, 6, 8, and 9 did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “Files 1, 2, 6, 8, 9 have been updated with the following information”
Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 2, 6, 8, and 9, did include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2026): “Files 1, 2, 6, 8, 9 have been updated with the following information”
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Citation Jul 29, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not have their 10 health & safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “We will obtain and submit staff's 1 health & safety training.”
Core safety Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
While reviewing the staff files I observed staff 2 hired on June 2023, Staff 5 hired on June 2023, Staff 7 hired on June 2023, does not contain a completed NSOR certification. Staff 5 hired on June 2023, does not contain a signed disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “Staff 2, 5, 7, will always comply with CPSL. Staff 2, 5, 7, will not provide care to any children at the facility until the are in full compliance with CPSL.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
During my inspection I observed that the facility has not reviewed their emergency plan in the last 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will arrange for our plan to be reviewed at least once a year.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-5, did not obtain their annual emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will arrange for all staff to receive their emergency plan training.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 3, 9, did not have an updated health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will ensure that all children get an updated health assessment.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
During my inspection I observed that there was not medication log for child 11.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will arrange for the parent of child 11 to complete a medication log.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted a fire drill within the last 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will arrange for a fire drill every 60 days.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their local safety traffic letter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “Provider will make sure that they send out their annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will provide a policy on strategies for coping with crying/fussing/distraught children.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 3, are missing their 10 hours health & safety training, and staff 1, 2, 3, are missing their 1 hour updated health & safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “Staff will take all required training.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that children 1-7, 9, & 10 did not have the operator signature on their agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will ensure that the facility's operator sign all forms.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that children 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, did not include the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “All areas on the agreement form will be completed.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 3, agreement form did not include arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “All areas on the agreement form will be completed.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, agreement form did not contain the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “All areas on the agreement form will be completed.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, 4, did not have an emergency contact sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will ensure that all children have a completed emergency contact sheet.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(8)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 8, did not have a emergency contact sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will arrange for all student to have a complete agreement form.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 4, did not include the address and telephone number of the facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will provide the address of all of our staff.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-6 did not include acceptable verification of experience, and staff 1, 4, 5, did not include acceptable verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will obtain and submit acceptable verification of experience, education for all staff.”
Citation Apr 15, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 5, did not obtain their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “We will arrange for all staff to receive their required training.”
Citation Nov 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During the renewal inspection dated 11/16/2023 certification representative observed that in Room A, and Room B the shelves were not secure to the wall and/or floor and was a tipping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2023): “Will secure all furniture to the wall or the floor so that they are not a tipping hazard.”
Citation Nov 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During the renewal inspection dated 11/16/2023 certification representative observed that there was not any valid documentation of fire detection system completed within 12 months. The documentation onsite had expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2023): “Provider has a scheduled fire detection system inspection on 11/17/2023. Once completed, director will forward a copy of documentation to certification representative to verify completion.”
Citation Nov 16, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection dated 11/16/2023, certification representative observed that a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates had not been sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency as required annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 16, 2023): “Will send out via email on11/16/2023 and cc certification representative on the email.”
Citation Nov 16, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the renewal inspection dated 11/16/2023, certification representative observed that the provider had not notified the 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 childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 16, 2023): “Provider will email the letter to local authorities on 11/16/2023”
Core safety Jan 25, 2023 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
Observed Staff 1 file with outdated state police and FBI clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2023): “Provider will get updated clearances from HR and add them to staff 1 file.”
Citation Jan 25, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
Observed childcare space with emergency plan not posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2023): “Provider will post emergency plan in all childcare spaces.”
Citation Jan 25, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed door to Classroom B with no stopper. When door is let go it slammed closed heavily.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2023): “Provider will add a stopper to door so that it does not slam shut causing hazard to crush fingers.”
Core safety Jun 7, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During renewal visit all staff did not know assigned students. When asked assigned groups they repeatedly miss counted students, and did not use their system in place.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2022): “Provider will train all staff and have a system put in place for all staff to know assigned children.”
Citation Jun 7, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
Observed cots unlabeled for individual use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2022): “Provider will remove all cots as the children no longer take naps.”
Citation Jun 7, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
Observed campers water bottles unlabeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2022): “Provider will label all water bottles and cups.”

“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.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $63.00 $63.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $63.00 $63.00

The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.

About this center

Capacity 59 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Aug 8, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Aug 5, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator Greater Philadelphia YMCA
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 476-2700
State certificate # CER-00260193
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Common questions

Has Gpy West Philadelphia YMCA 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 Jul 9, 2026 (supervision): “During the inspection, it was observed that the none of the staff knew the children in his assigned group.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Gpy West Philadelphia YMCA?

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

What is Gpy West Philadelphia YMCA’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Aug 5, 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 West Philadelphia YMCA compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #833 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Gpy West Philadelphia YMCA last inspected?

Jul 9, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Gpy West Philadelphia YMCA cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $63.00 for young school-age, $63.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Gpy West Philadelphia YMCA?

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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