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Inquiring Little Minds INC

433 N 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 · Philadelphia County
1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 1

Inquiring Little Minds INC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 45 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 34 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 34). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #786 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 60% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #786 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
2 Core-safety citations
32 Other citations
6 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
34 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 26, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 26, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 26, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 18, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Sep 20, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Sep 20, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 7, 2021 · Inspection · citation found Nov 22, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 11
Records & paperwork 8
Training & qualifications 6
Health & medication 4
Background checks 1
Food & feeding 1
Emergency preparedness 1
Transportation 1
Sleep safety 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 26, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
While conducting my inspection I observed cat food in the kitchen, and a litter box in the play space both accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “A large, tall rectangular shaped gate enclosure has been installed that contains both the litter box and the cat food. the items are no longer accessible to children at any time.”
Citation Sep 26, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No insects or rodents 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(c)
While conducting my inspection in the play space, I observed dropping in the window seal, and deal bugs in the corner.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “I inspected the surrounding area to identify and remove any potential entry points or attractants. All surfaces were cleaned and sanitized, I ensured that the play area was free of debris and clutter that could attract bugs. Window screens were checked and repaired to prevent insects from entering.”
Citation Sep 26, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the inspection, I observed issues. 1. A piece of the light was hanging from the ceiling in the preschool room. 2. The sink handle in the preschool room was broken. 3. The walls, baseboards, and the corners of the floor were dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The light fixture was securely repaired to eliminate any safety hazard. The sink handle was replaced with a new fully functioning handle to ensure safe and sanitary use. All areas were thoroughly cleaned including scrubbing and disinfecting walls, baseboards and corners of the floor.”
Citation Sep 26, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the inspection, it was observed that the mats in the cribs have holes and are stained.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “All damaged and stained crib mats were removed from use and properly discarded. New, age-appropriate replacement mattresses were purchased and placed in each crib. Each crib has been cleaned, sanitized, and labeled with the assigned child's name to ensure individual use.”
Citation Sep 26, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not have a current health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The staff member has since obtained the necessary health assessment form, completed by a licensed medical professional, and a copy is now maintained in their personnel file.”
Core safety Aug 26, 2024 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
While reviewing the staff files I observed staff 1 hired on June 2019, does not contain a completed FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Staff 1 will comply with CPSL at all times. Staff 1 will not provider care to any children at the facility until in full compliance with CPSL.”
Citation Aug 26, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
During my inspection I observed that the lunch that was provided by the facility was not being kept in the refrigerator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “All food will be kept in the refrigerator until it is time to be served.”
Citation Aug 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Accommodations for infants, toddlers will be added to our emergency plan.”
Citation Aug 26, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “We will create our local traffic letter.”
Citation Aug 26, 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. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “I will create all required policies and procedures.”
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Citation Aug 26, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not include their 12 hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “I will make sure that all staff take their 12 clock hours of childcare training annually.”
Citation Sep 18, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces/Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)/3270.75(c)
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have a first aid kit in the play space. and was missing tweezers in the young toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2023): “First aid kill will be placed in the kid play space and a pair of tweezers will be added in the young toddler's first aid kit.”
Citation Sep 18, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During my inspection I observed that the facility had peeling paint behind the trash can in the older toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2023): “Paint will be corrected behind the trash can in the older toddler room,”
Citation Sep 18, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During my inspection I observed that the toilet near the older toddler room would not flush.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2023): “Toilet will be repaired by a plumber.”
Citation Sep 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have the new required policies.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2023): “Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive need trauma has been printed and posted.”
Citation Sep 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-3, and 5, 6, did not have an updated emergency contact sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2023): “Child 1-3 and 5-6 will get updated emergency contact sheets.”
Citation Sep 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 4, did not have an updated agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2023): “Child 4 will have an updated agreement form in their file at all times.”
Citation Sep 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not have the proper health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2023): “Staff 3 will have their proper health assessment in their file at all times.”
Citation Sep 18, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-3, did not obtain their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2023): “The files of staff 1-3 contain verification of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Citation Sep 20, 2022 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During an onsite complaint inspection dated 9/20/2022 for a complaint, certification representative observed that the cabinet below the diaper changing table was unlocked and there was A &D ointment, Aquaphor, and Color Plast diaper rash ointment that were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2022): “Put the container with these items up on a shelf out of children's reach”
Citation Sep 20, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During a renewal inspection dated 9/20/2022, certification representative observed that the cabinet below the diaper changing table was unlocked and there was A &D ointment, Aquaphor, and Color Plast diaper rash ointment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2022): “Put the container with these items up on a shelf out of childrens' reach”
Core safety Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Sleep safety
Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.119
During renewal inspection on 12/07/21, child #5 was observed sleeping on his stomach which is not the proper sleep position according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2022): “child #5 and all infants will be placed in the proper sleep position according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toilet and sinks proper height 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(e)
During renewal inspection on 12/07/21, first floor bathroom used by children did not contain a step stool or other means to approach full size sink and toilet contained therein.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2022): “The first floor bathroom used by children will contain a step stool as a means to approach full size sink and toilet contained therein.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
During renewal inspection on 12/07/21, lidded, hands free trash cans located in toddler room by sink (front room), and first floor bathroom were not operable by step and had to be lifted by hand to dispose of used towels.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2022): “The toddler area and first floor bathroom with have operable lidded waste receptacles.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No styrofoam 55 Pa. Code §3270.108(c)
During renewal inspection on 12/07/21, Styrofoam plates were observed in upper kitchen cabinet and Styrofoam bowls were observed in lower kitchen cabinet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2021): “Paper plates and plastic cups will used. No styrofoam will be used at the facility.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 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 12/07/21, file of staff person #1 did not contain verification that Pediatric Frist Aid and CPR had been completed within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Staff person #1's file will contain verification that Pediatric Frist Aid and CPR training has been completed.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 12/07/21, file of staff persons #2 and #3 did not contain verification that fire safety training had been completed annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2022): “The file of staff persons #2 and #3 will contain verification that fire safety training had been completed annually.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(h)
During renewal inspection on 12/07/21, files of staff person #2 and #3 did not contain verification that Health and Safety training had been completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2022): “The files of staff person #2 and #3 will contain verification that Health and Safety training has been completed within 90 days of hire.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Associate's + 3 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 12/07/21, file of staff person #4 did not contain verification of completed degree obtained that qualifies staff person for position performing (DIRECTOR)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “The file of staff person #4 will contain verification of completed degree obtained that qualifies staff person for position performing (DIRECTOR)”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection 12/07/21, file of child #4did not have a completed Child Service Report, detailing child's growth and development in the context of services being provided at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “The file of child #4 will have a completed Child Service Report, detailing child's growth and development in the context of services being provided at the facility.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During renewal inspection on 12/07/21, 4 out of 5 children's agreement forms on file did not contain the child's admission date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “All child care agreements will specify the date of the child's admission.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 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 12/07/21, emergency contact form on file for child #3 did not contain required parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “The emergency contact form on file for child #3 will contain required parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid procedures.”
Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During the inspection on 11/22/2021 the cribs in the infant room did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use. The cribs were observed touching one another while two children were sleeping.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 23, 2021): “Provider will rearrange the room so that the cribs have space while they are in use.”
Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Vet's certificate required 55 Pa. Code §3270.118(c)
During the inspection on 11/22/2021 a cat was observed at the facility, the cat's veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization was not present at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2021): “The veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization for the cat was obtained, and is on file at the facility.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Sep 20, 2022 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $80.00 $70.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $80.00 $70.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $80.00 $70.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $75.00 $65.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $70.00 $60.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $60.00 $50.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $60.00 $50.00

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 45 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Nov 28, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Dec 18, 2018 · what STARS means
Operator Inquiring Little Minds INC
Hours Monday–Sunday 5:00 AM–11:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 877-4456
State certificate # CER-00246773
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Common questions

Has Inquiring Little Minds INC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Aug 26, 2024 (background checks): “While reviewing the staff files I observed staff 1 hired on June 2019, does not contain a completed FBI clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Inquiring Little Minds INC?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Inquiring Little Minds INC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Dec 18, 2018. 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 Inquiring Little Minds INC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #786 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Inquiring Little Minds INC last inspected?

Sep 26, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Inquiring Little Minds INC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $80.00 for newborn, $80.00 for infant, $80.00 for young toddler, $75.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Inquiring Little Minds INC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Inquiring Little Minds INC.

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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