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Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19122

Ivey Leap Daycare LLC

2045 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 2

Ivey Leap Daycare LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 25 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 59 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (35 of 59). 10 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,011 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 79% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 79% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #1,011 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1 Core-safety citations
58 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
59 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 12, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 12, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 14, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 15, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Sep 24, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Apr 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 35
Health & medication 7
Emergency preparedness 6
Building & playground safety 6
Training & qualifications 3
Background checks 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)/3270.27(d)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the provider did not have an emergency plan posted in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 13, 2026): “The provider will develop and post the emergency plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #4 did not have a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 13, 2026): “Staff #4 will provide a complete health report that is dated within the last 12 months.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not conduct an emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “The provider will conduct an emergency drill at the facility, document it on the emergency drill log, and keep it on file at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have documentation of a fire drill every 60 days. The documented drills were conducted on 1/13/26; 3/31/26, and 7/22/26.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 13, 2026): “The provider will conduct a fire drill at least once every 60 days and document it on the fire drill log.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility has a fire system that is connected to the apartments on the upper levels and they are unable to test the system independently. The facility did not have a fire inspection report from a fire professional completed within the last 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 12, 2026): “The provider will have the fire system inspected by a fire system professional and keep the report on file at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the file for staff #1 did not have documentation for the completion of the renewal certification for pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 13, 2026): “The staff will provide valid documentation of the completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) from a PQAS approved instructor and program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the child #2 did not have a completed and signed agreements.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 13, 2026): “The provider will fully complete a service agreement for child #2 and will review with a parent and have them sign the completed form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have a written and posted plan which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 13, 2026): “The provider will develop a written plan and post in a conspicuous location, which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. The plan will accompany a staff person who leaves the facility on an excursion with…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the file for staff #2 did not have documentation for the completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 13, 2026): “The staff will provide valid documentation of the completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) from a PQAS approved instructor and program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #1 did not have 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “The staff will obtain 12 clock hours of childcare training and provide documentation for their file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
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Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #3 did not include a health assessment and a tuberculin skin test
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will obtain a health assessment with a tuberculin skin test for staff #3”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the files of child #2 did not include a signature from the parent on the fee agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2025): “Provider will obtain the signature from parent of child #1.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the file for child #2 did not include the name, address and phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2025): “Provider will get the name, address and phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care from the parents of child #1 and will put it on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file, and the emergency contact forms for child #1 and child #2 did not include a signature for written consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2025): “Provider will get written consent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact forms for child #1 and child #2”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file, and the emergency contact form did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for child #1 and child #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2025): “Provider will obtain the health insurance information for child #1 and #2 and put it on the emergency contact form”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files, and the file of child #1 did not include the address and telephone number for the release person on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2025): “Provider will obtain the address and telephone number for the release person form the parent of child #1 add it on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the file for child #1and child #2 did not include signed parental consent for the administration of minor first aid by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2025): “Provider will obtain the written signature giving consent to minor first aid from the parent of child #1 and child #2.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #1 and 2 did not include a verification of employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2025): “Provider will obtain verification of employment and put it into the file of staff #1, staff #2 and staff #3.”
Core safety Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #1 is missing a PA FBI, MD child abuse and sexual offender cleartances, staff #2 is missing a MD sex offender clearance,staff #3 is missing a mandated reporter training and staff #6 is missing a PA NSOR,PA FBI, PA child abuse clearances and mandated reporter trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2024): “Provider will suspend staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and staff #6 from working until they receive the required trainings and clearances.”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #2 staff #3, staff #4 and staff #6 did not include emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 18, 2024): “Provider will have staff #1,staff #2,staff #3, staff #4 and staff #6 trained in emergency planning for the facility.”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Large muscle space provided/Space safe for large muscle activity 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(a)/3270.62(c)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the indoor play space was being used as child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2024): “Provider will convert the indoor play area into play space that allows children to do large muscle activities.”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #2 and staff #6 did not contain a health assessment or TB results by Mantoux method.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2024): “Provider will obtain a health assessment and TB results for staff #2 and staff #6.”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no record to show that a written notification was sent to the local traffic authorities.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Provider will write and send an annual notification to their local traffic authorities informing them of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility and keep a record on file.”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and there was no record of current liability insurance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2024): “Provider will get current liability insurance and always keep proof of coverage on file at the facility.”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #4 and staff #6 did not include two non family references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2024): “Provider will obtain two non family references for staff #4 and staff #6.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the emergency plan and did not see the plan for continuity of care including in the plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider stated the plan included continuity of care however the section missing the page that included the plans for continuity of care. The provider corrected the violation onsite and printed the page that address the plans for continuity of care.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered outlet covers were missing in the outlets in the main childcare space of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider corrected the violation onsite and replaced missing outlet covers.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items/Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)/3270.178
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the contents inside of travel bag, the first aid kit was missing scissors, Gauze and soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider included scissors, gauze and soap to the first aid kit correcting the violation onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Initial health report for young toddler no more than 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(2)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #1 file, child #1 was missing the date that the health assessment was conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated the parents of the child will be notified and requested to provide a dated health assessment.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #1 file, child #1 was missing the MMR shot and Hep A vaccines.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated that the parent will be notified and requested to provide updated vaccine information.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children #2, #3 and #4 were missing the flu shot with not written exemption letter in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated that the parents of the children will be notified and requested to provide update shot records or a letter of exemption to be placed in the file.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, Children #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing health assessments in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated that all parents will be notified and requested to provide an initial health assessment for their children to be put in the file.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children #1, #3, #4 and #5 were all missing the signature from the operator on the agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider signed off on all of the agreement forms that was missing the operator signature and corrected the violation onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child #1 was missing the date the fee is to be paid on the agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider completed the missing information, and the violation was corrected onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded/Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)/3270.123(a)(7)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child #1 child #3 and #5 was missing services provided. Children number #1 #3, #4 and #5 were missing extra services provided.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The parent completed the missing information, and the violation was corrected onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child #2 was missing the release person on the agreement as well as the parent signature. Child #1 was missing the signature from the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider was able to request the parent of child to complete the missing information correcting the violation onsite. The provider corrected the missing information for child #1 onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #1 file, child #1 was missing the release person on the financial agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated the parent of child #1 will be notified and requested to complete the missing information on the agreement.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children#1, #2 and #5 were missing the date of admission on the agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider was able to complete the missing information on the agreement correcting the violation onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Child's name, birth date 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(1)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child #2 was missing date of birth on the emergency contact information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider requested the parent during the time of the renewal to correct the missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children #2 and # 5 were missing the physician address, phone number as well as the enrolling parents work number and address on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider was about to get the parents of the children during the renewal inspection to complete the missing information on the emergency contact form correcting the violation onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child # 1 file child #1 was missing the physician's name, number and address on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated that the parent of the child will be notified and requested to complete the missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #1 file, child #1 was missing the parents work address on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated that the parent will be notified and requested to complete the missing information on the emergency contact from.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children's #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing the emergency med-care consent on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider was able to correct the violation onsite having the parents of the children sign the consent for emergency medical care.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the child #1 file, child #1 was missing information on disability on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated the parent of the child will be notified and requested to complete the missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children files, children #2 and #5 were missing the health insurance policy number information. child #2 was missing MA coverage information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider was able to request the parent of the children to complete the missing information at the time of the renewal inspection, correcting the violation onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)/3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's file, child # 1 was missing the release person name, address and phone number on the emergency contact form. Child #1 was also missing the health insurance name and policy number on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated that the parent of the child will be notified and requested to complete the missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children's #2 and #5 were missing the release person name, address, and phone number on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider was able to request the parent of the children complete the missing information correction the violation onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children #3 and #4 were both missing the release person address on the emergency contact.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider was able to correct the emergency contact violation onsite due to parent working at the facility.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space/Excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)/3270.124(d)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the emergency contact forms for the room that the children were at the time as well as the travel bag emergency contacts. The provider did not provide the certification representative with the correct information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider mad copies of the emergency contact forms for each child and put them in the travel bag as well as including to the childcare space that they were in during the inspection.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the emergency transportation plan, the provider did not have a printed emergency transportation plan posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider printed the emergency transportation plan and posted in the childcare space, correcting the violation onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #1 file, child #1 was missing the consent for emergency med care and missing the consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated that the parents of the child will be notified and requested to complete the missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's file child #2 was missing consent for special diet/meds
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider was able to request the parent of the child to complete the missing information during the renewal inspection correcting the violation onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)/3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #1 file, child #1 was missing consent for special diet/ meds and missing the consent for minor first aid on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2023): “The provider stated the parent of the child will be notified and requested to complete the missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children's #2, #3, #4 and #5 were missing consent for minor first aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider had the parents of the specified children complete the missing information and correct the violation onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's file, children #3 and #4 were missing the consent for walking, transportation, excursions, swimming and wadding on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider had the parent onsite complete the missing information correcting the violation onsite.”
Citation Jul 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and did not observe the regulation access in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional childcare office. posted inside the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “The provider printed out the access to the state regulations and posted in on the facilities bulletin board, correcting the violation onsite.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the initial inspection the certification representative requested to view the facilities emergency plan and discovered the plan did not address the required area of continuity of care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2023): “Staff 1 stated the plans for continuity of care will be added to the facilities emergency plan.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the initial inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered the electrical outlet near the sink in the childcare space was missing a protective cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2023): “Staff 1 corrected the citation onsite with placing a receptacle cover in the outlet near the sink.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the initial inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered peeling paint alongside of the yellow wall panel and on the panel near sink in the play space area under the IVY Leaf logo.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2023): “Staff 1 requested the maintenance man to correct the peeling paint areas. The citation was corrected onsite”

“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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $92.50 $55.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $87.50 $52.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $82.50 $49.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $75.00 $44.50
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $70.00 $40.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $70.00 $40.00

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 25 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Oct 28, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Feb 14, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Ivey Leap Daycare LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (724) 304-0812
State certificate # CER-00242071
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Common questions

Has Ivey Leap Daycare LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Sep 24, 2024 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #1 is missing a PA FBI, MD child abuse and sexual offender cleartances, staff #2 is missing a MD sex offender…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Ivey Leap Daycare LLC?

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

What is Ivey Leap Daycare LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Feb 14, 2026. 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 Ivey Leap Daycare LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,011 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 79% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Ivey Leap Daycare LLC last inspected?

Aug 12, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Ivey Leap Daycare LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $92.50 for infant, $87.50 for young toddler, $82.50 for older toddler, $75.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Ivey Leap Daycare LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Ivey Leap Daycare LLC.

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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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