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Its A Small World Day Care INC

1500 N Peach St, Philadelphia, PA 19131 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 4

Its A Small World Day Care INC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 45 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 21 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #586 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 53% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #586 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
2 Core-safety citations
19 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
21 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected May 6, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 6, 2026 · Inspection · no citation May 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 3, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 18, 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

Building & playground safety 5
Records & paperwork 5
Training & qualifications 4
Emergency preparedness 3
Health & medication 2
Staff ratios 1
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 1, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During renewal inspection on 5/1/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed Staff # 7 going into the bathroom with the door closed, and left Staff # 3 out of ratio with 3-young toddlers and 4 older toddlers
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2025): “Ratios will be maintained at all times. All staff will communicate with co-teacher. Director will relieve a staff member if they a bathroom break”
Core safety May 1, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. Child # 9 leaving the Pre-K room alone and walked to the infant room twice 2. Staff # 5 was observed using a personal laptop while the children were on their cots
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2025): “Staff will move around and supervise children. Staff will not use personal laptop during nap time. only used during their lunch break. children will be supervised at all times”
Citation May 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/25, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 7 did not have documentation of education in file to qualify for the position of Aide
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2025): “All new staff will have proof of education and experience working with children”
Citation May 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection on 6/3/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert rep observed the following: - the preschool classroom to the right of the entrance near the bookshelf had mold in the ceiling - the young/older toddler classroom and the computer room had cobwebs in several areas of the classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2024): “The area has been repaired, and no mold.”
Citation May 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During renewal inspection on 6/3/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, cert rep observed in the infant room, and the PreK room had ripped chairs in both rooms (brown in Pre-K, blue chair in infant room)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2024): “The chairs were removed from the rooms. Staff were notified to report any hazards in the classroom.”
Citation May 3, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During renewal inspection on 6/3/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - a crib in the infant room was not labelled for the use of a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2024): “Director had the teacher label the crib.”
Citation May 3, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 6/3/24, while reviewing staff files, Staff # 3 did not have documentation of verification of experience in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2024): “Director will write a letter of reference for the time Staff # 3 has worked at the center as an Aide.”
Citation May 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During renewal inspection on 6/3/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - all the emergency contacts were not in preschool room for the children receiving care in the space
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2024): “Director placed the missing emergency contacts in the classroom.”
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Annual immunization reporting to DOH 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(4)
During the renewal inspection on 6/28/23, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #4 did not include the influenza vaccine or exemption letter to comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “Our facility will comply with annual immunization requirements with the Department of health regulation”
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection on 6/28/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1did not include fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional at least annually. Document submitted dated 5/13/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “All staff persons will complete an annual fire safety training. This training will be OCDEL accepted.”
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Aide qualifications 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)
During the renewal inspection on 6/28/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include one of the qualification levels specified in §3270.37(b)(1)-(3).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “All staff will have qualification levels according to the regulations.”
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 6/28/23, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #3 did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “Director/owner will be sure to check that parents fill out emergency contact form in its entirety, including home, work addresses and phone numbers are listed.”
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 6/28/23, it was observed thatthe records of child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not include information on the child's special needs,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “All emergency contact information will include child's special needs and if there is a need in an emergency situation, specified by physician.”
Citation May 18, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
ON MAY 18, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CHECKED ALL FIRST AID KITS. THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE PREK CLASSROOM DID NOT CONTAIN SOAP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2022): “Provider will replace soap in the prek first aid kit.”
Citation May 18, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
ON MAY 18, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CHECKED ALL FIRST AID KITS. THE FIRST AID KIT USED FOR EXCURSIONS DID NOT CONTAIN A BOTTLE OF WATER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2022): “Provider will add water to all first aid kits used for outdoors.”
Citation May 18, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
ON MAY 18, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE OUTDOOR PLAY EQUIPTMENT WAS DIRTY AND NEEDED TO BE CLEANED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2022): “Provider will have someone come out to clean all outdoor play equipment.”
Citation May 18, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
ON MAY 18, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED DID NOT PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES OR CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2022): “Provider will add accommodations to the facilities current emergency plan.”
Citation May 18, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
ON MAY 18, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE AN EMERGENCY DRILL LOG AVAILIBLE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2022): “Provider will conduct an Emergency Drill and complete the documentation given.”
Citation May 18, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
ON MAY 18, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED DID NOT INCLUDE A LOCK DOWN PLAN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2022): “Provider will add a lock down plan to their current emergency plan.”
Citation May 18, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(1)
ON MAY 18, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR CHILD #1 DID NOT HAVE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2022): “Provider will speak to the parent and have her bring in a health assessment.”
Citation May 18, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
ON MAY 18, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 AND #6 WERE ALL COMBINED INTO ONE FOLDER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2022): “Provider will separate all staff files adding them to individual folders.”

“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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $80.00 $64.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $80.00 $64.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $75.00 $62.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $71.00 $58.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $65.00 $54.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $57.00 $50.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $57.00 $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
Certificate valid through Jul 19, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Sep 19, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Its A Small World Daycare INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 796-9200
State certificate # CER-00255576
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Common questions

Has Its A Small World Day Care 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 May 1, 2025 (staff ratios): “During renewal inspection on 5/1/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed Staff # 7 going into the bathroom with the door closed, and left Staff # 3 out of ratio with 3-young toddlers and 4 older toddlers” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Its A Small World Day Care INC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Its A Small World Day Care INC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Its A Small World Day Care INC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Sep 19, 2025. 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 Its A Small World Day Care INC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #586 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Its A Small World Day Care INC last inspected?

May 6, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Its A Small World Day Care INC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $80.00 for newborn, $80.00 for infant, $75.00 for young toddler, $71.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Its A Small World Day Care INC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Its A Small World Daycare 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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