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Heston Youth Pursuing Education

5304 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Heston Youth Pursuing Education 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 5 times. The state cited 63 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (28 of 63). 19 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 #1,105 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 90% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #1,105 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
5 Core-safety citations
58 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
63 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 19 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 23, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 23, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 5, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 3, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Jul 21, 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 28
Training & qualifications 16
Emergency preparedness 7
Health & medication 5
Background checks 4
Building & playground safety 2
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have a rap sheet attached to FBI in file
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “FBI clearance with additional pages have been provided and are printed and placed in staff files. Staff # 1 will not be in a childcare position until clearance has been completed”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1-4 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Emergency plan certificates will be provided. Emergency plan training did take place Fall 2026.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 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 renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 3's health assessment was dated 9.17.24
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Missing information will be obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Facility did not have documentation of annual emergency drill on file at the facility
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Document will gathered immediately.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: The facility was unable to show documentation of fire drill log
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Fire drill log will be completed and submitted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy was missing identification and prevention of child maltreatment
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Policy will be posted immediately”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have documentation of liability insurance on file at the facility
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “COI will be posted immediately.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 and # 5 did not have documentation of health and safety training in file
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Health & Safety training certificate will be provided.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 5 did not have documentation of staff evaluation in file
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Staff evaluation will be printed and placed in file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Child's name, birth date 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(1)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 3's emergency contact did not have child's birthdate listed
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Missing information will be obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 4 emergency contact did not list physician's name, address and number Child # 5's emergency contact did not include physician's number
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Missing information will be obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 4's emergency contact did not include insurance and policy number Child # 5's emergency contact did not include policy number
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Missing information will be obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 3's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 8/2025 and again on 8/2026 Child # 5's emergency contact and agreement was last signed on 9/5/25 and again on 8/27/26
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Missing information will be obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 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)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1, 3, and # 5 did not have parental signature for emergency medical care administration of minor first aid
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Current health assessment will be completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1's emergency contact did not have parental signature for walks and trips
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Missing information will be obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 3 did not have documentation of 2 non-family written references in file
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “References will be obtained and submitted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 has surpassed the 90 days and does not have Pediatric CPR/ First Aid in file
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “CPR/First Aid training will be completed and documentation will be placed in file. CPR training is scheduled to occur 10/9/2026.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's current certificate of compliance was dated 2025
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Document will be posted immediately.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 5 did not have documentation of annual 12 clock hours of training in file
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 7, 2026): “Staff person will provide documentation of 12 hours of completed training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
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Core safety Sep 18, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection on 9/18/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 did not have documentation pf NSOR in file (corrected) Staff # 6 did not have documentation of State police and child abuse clearance in file. No receipts were in file to show that clearances were applied for Staff # 7 did not have documentation of NSOR in file. No receipt was present in file to show that clearances were applied for Staff # 8 did not have documentation of FBI and NSOR clearance in file. No receipts were present in file to show that receipts were applied for
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Staff #2's NSOR file will be printed and added to the onsite staff files. The Director of Operations emailed Cert Rep the documentation of the State police and child abuse clearance for Staff #6. This documentation will be printed and added to the onsite staff files. Staff #7 submitted her…”
Citation Sep 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection on 9/18/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 8 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “Staff #8 has already received emergency plan training. The certificate for Staff #8 will be sent to Cert Rep and printed and placed in the staff's file.”
Citation Sep 18, 2025 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 renewal inspection on 9/18/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2,3, and # 8 did not have documentation of health assessment and TB in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “Staff #2 and #8 will provide documentation of their health assessment and TB test as soon as possible. This will be submitted to the Director of Operations and the Site Director. Copies will be printed and added to their files on site. Staff #3 has already provided documentation of her health…”
Citation Sep 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection on 9/18/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. Staff # 4 was observed outside the classroom at the back door next to the parking lot, leaving Staff # 8 that needed to be supervised for not having completed clearances alone with 11 older school age children 2. The facility's emergency plan did not include continuity of operations 3. The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include identification and prevention of childmaltreatment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “The Site Director, Associate Director of Programs, and Staff #4 had a meeting on 9/24/25 regarding the matter and violation. The Associate Director of Programs will meet with the Director of Operations and Chief Executive Officer to come up with a corrective plan of action. The Director of…”
Citation Sep 18, 2025 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 renewal inspection on 9/18/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 and # 8 did a hybrid Pediatric CPR/First Aid and had documentation for the online portion, but did not complete the in-person portion.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “The Director of Operations will schedule the in person portion of the CPR/First Aid training. Once that is completed, the new copy of her certification will be submitted to Cert Rep and printed and added to her file on site as soon as it is received. Staff #8 already completed their in person…”
Citation Sep 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During renewal inspection on 9/18/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2, 4, 5,6,7, and # 8 did not have documentation of staff evaluation in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “All staff listed above received and completed a staff evaluation. The Site Director will forward these to Cert Rep and print and add them to each of the staff's file.”
Citation Sep 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During renewal inspection on 9/18/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have documentation of transcripts in file to qualify for the position
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Staff #1 will send Cert Rep and the Director of Operations English unofficial transcript to supplement her Bachelor's diploma, which is in Latin. This will be printed and added to the staff files.”
Citation Sep 18, 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 renewal inspection on 9/18/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 3, 6, and # 8 did not have documentation of education and 2500 hours of childcare experience in file to qualify for the position of AGS
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Staff #3, #6, and #8 will provide diplomas and childcare experience documentation to the Site Director and Director of Operations. Then, this will be printed and placed in the onsite staff files.”
Citation Sep 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection on 9/18/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 & # 3 had documentation of 1 non-family references in file Staff # 4 & # 6 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “Staff #3 submitted 2 non-family references which will be printed and added to her file.”
Core safety Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: -Staff # 8 did not have documentation of FBI and NSOR clearance in file -Staff # 9 did not have documentation of child abuse and 1 other clearance in file to qualify under the 45 day provisional waiver hire. Staff # 9 did not have receipts in file to show that clearances were applied for.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Staff # 8 and # 9 will not be in a childcare position at the facility until all clearances are obtained and placed in file. Staff # 8 has been suspended until all paperwork is completed”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 8 and # 9 did not have a health assessment and TB in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Staff #8 and #9 are working on this and have until 10/14 to complete. Site Director will place in file. Staff #9 has scheduled 10/10/24. Site Director will place in file. Staff # 8 has been suspended”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, and # 9 did not have health assessment and immunization in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Children's documents will be collected and placed in files. Based on agreements that were presented to Cert Rep after inspection. Children are new to the facility”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff# 4 and # 8 did not have documentation of Pediatric CPR/First Aid in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2024): “staff persons will have 15 days to complete training and staff cannot be unsupervised. Staff will be supervised by another staff that has a complete file. Staff # 8 has been suspended until all paperwork is complete”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 and # 8 did not have documentation of annual fire safety training in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Staff #1 and #8 will complete fire training by 10/14/24. Director will place certificates in files. Staff # 1 is no longer at the facility. Staff # 8 has been suspended until all paperwork has been completed”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1, 4, 5,6, and # 8 did not have documentation of health and safety training in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Staff persons will have 15 days to complete health and safety training and place in file. Staff # 1 and 8 are no longer at the facility”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have a complete file to meet the qualifications.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “staff #1 - items placed in file. Staff # 1 is no longer at the facility”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Group sup qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 4, and # 6 did not have documentation of education in file to meet the requirements of group supervisor
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Staff #4 and #6-items placed in file”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 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 renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 8 and 9 did not have documentation of education and verification of childcare experience in file to meet the requirements of assistant group supervisor
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Staff #8 -items placed in file Staff #9 - documents will be placed in file”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1-10 did not have documentation of agreements in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Director will distribute agreements the first week of program. Guardians will be provided a letter and told in-person that agreements must be signed in order for participation.”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2, 7, and # 9's emergency contact was missing physician's information- name, address, telephone number
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2024): “Child # 7 - placed in file Child #2 and #9 - we are working on collecting their health assessment. Documents will be placed in file. Child were just enrolled”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1, and # 9 's emergency contact did not have policy number listed Child # 2, 4, 7, 9, and # 10 did not have health insurance and policy number listed on the emergency contact.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2024): “Child # 1 and 9 policy numbers are missing - we are collecting that information with health assessments. Parents have been notified in written and verbal communication. Director will place in file. Child #2 and #9- needs health insurance and policy number. Director will place in file. Child #4 -…”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2, and # 4's emergency contact did not have release person's address
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Child #2 and Child #4 info will be added and document will be placed in file.”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Child # 3 did not have a file at the facility
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Child #3 - file is onsite at facility and relevant documents are submitted”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 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)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2 and # 9's emergency contact did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care and administering of minor first aid
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Child # 2 and Child #9 - collecting signatures from parents.”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 9 did not have a file at the facility
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “file has been placed on site”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1-9 did not have documentation of age and address in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “documentation of age and address has been placed in file”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1, 5, 6, 8 and # 9 did not have 2 non-family references in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “Staff 1,5,8 and 9 references placed in file Staff #6 will place reference in file by 10/14 Staff # 1 is no longer at the facility. Staff # 8 has been suspended”
Citation Sep 5, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During renewal inspection on 9/25/24, cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 and # 8 did not have documentation of 12 clock hours of childcare training in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2024): “Staff #1: 12 hours placed in file Staff #8: working with staff member to complete 12 hours by 10/14 - will place 12 hours in file. Staff # 1 is no longer at the facility. Staff # 8 has been suspended until all paperwork is completed,”
Core safety Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
ON JULY 21, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE AN NSOR CLEARANCE OR A STATE POLICE CLEARANCES FOR EMPLOYMENT. THE STATE POLICE CLEARANCE ON FILE WAS FOR VOLUNTEER ONLY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will have staff person bring in required CPSL clearances.”
Core safety Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. STAFF PERSON #4, #5, #6 AND #7 DID NOT HAVE ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUPERVISION OF SPECIFIC CHILDREN/ PRIMARY CARE GROUPS. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2022): “At the time of inspection, provider split the children up into primary care groups for each teacher.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
ON JULY 21, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 #2 #3 #4 AND #5 DID NOT INCLUDE UPDATED EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will provide emergency plan training for each staff person at employment.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FIRST AID KITS USED TO ACCOMPANY STAFF AND CHILDREN ON EXCURSIONS DID NOT CONTAIN A BOTTLE OF WATER. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2022): “At the time of inspection, provider added a bottle of water to the first aid kits.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. WHEN COMPLETING THE BATHROOM CHECKS CERT REP OBSERVED BOTH THE GIRLS AND BOYS BATHROOMS DIRTY. TOILETS WERE NOT FLUSHED, TOILETS AND SINKS THROUGHOUT BOTH BATHROOMS WERE DIRTY AND HAD NATS FLYING AROUND THEM. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2022): “At the time of inspection, cert rep spoke with cleaning crew and asked for the schedule of when the bathroom would be cleaned each day. At the time of inspection both bathrooms her cleaned.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. AFTER FREE PLAY CHILDREN SAT DOWN TO HAVE BREAKFAST. THE CHILDRENS HANDS WERE NOT WASHED BEFORE EATING THEIR MEAL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will meet with staff and go over proper handwashing procedures and what times of the day hand washing is needed.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE A COMPLETED EMERGENCY DRILL LOG AVAILIBLE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will conduct an Emergency Drill and document the information on a log.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Participation 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(7)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE FIRE DRILL LOG AVAILIBLE. PROVIDER STATED THEY HAVE NOT HAD A FIRE DRILL WITH THE CURRENT STUDENTS AS OF YET.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will conduct a fire drill with the current students at the facility and document the information on the fire drill log.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 & #5 DID NOT HAVE AN UPDATED YEARLY WRITTEN EVALUATION ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will complete written evaluations for staff who have been working for 12 months or more.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FEE AGREEMENT FOR CHILD #1, #2, #3 AND #4 DID NOT SPECIFY THE PERSONS WHOM THE CHILD CAN BE RELEASED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will have parents complete fee agreements.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR CHILD #2 DID NOT INCLUDE THE PHYSICIANS ADDRESS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will have parents compete the children emergency contact forms.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR CHILD #2 DID NOT INCLUDE THE RELEASE PERSONS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will have parents compete the children emergency contact forms.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR CHILD #3 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED EMEGENCY CONTACT FORM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will have parents update children emergency contact forms.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2, #3 AND #5 DID NOT INCLUDE PROOF OF EDUCATION ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will have staff bring in proof of education to add to the files.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT HAVE A HEALTH ASSESSMENT OR TB TEST ON FILE. IN ADDITION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #5 HAD AN EXPIRED HEALTH ASSESSMENT ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will have staff bring in updated health assessment for their files.”
Citation Jul 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
ON JULY 21, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2, #3 AND #5 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN REFERENCES.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will have all staff provide reference letter to add to the files.”

“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 (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Oct 29, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jan 22, 2021 · what STARS means
Operator Girls INC of Greater Philadelphi & Southern New Je
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00248602
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Common questions

Has Heston Youth Pursuing Education had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 5 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Sep 23, 2026 (background checks): “During renewal inspection. Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have a rap sheet attached to FBI in file” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Heston Youth Pursuing Education?

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

What is Heston Youth Pursuing Education’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jan 22, 2021. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does Heston Youth Pursuing Education compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,105 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Heston Youth Pursuing Education last inspected?

Sep 23, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Heston Youth Pursuing Education?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Girls INC of Greater Philadelphi & Southern New Je.

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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