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Jarrett Dargan LLC

5517 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19120 · Philadelphia County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Jarrett Dargan LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 37 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 34 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (13 of 34). 11 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,065 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 85% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 85% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #1,065 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
3 Core-safety citations
31 Other citations
4 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
34 citations from 4 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 11 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 4, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 4, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 14, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 26, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Aug 17, 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

Building & playground safety 13
Records & paperwork 6
Health & medication 4
Training & qualifications 4
Background checks 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Sleep safety 1
Food & feeding 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of inspection the files for Staff Person #1 showed a valid driver's license from New Jersey. During inspection, staff person #1 acknowledged living in New Jersey within the past 5 yrs. The files for Staff Person #1 did not include out of state clearances or documentation of residency in Pennsylvania for the past 5 years.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 17, 2026): “Staff member was unable to furnish out of state clearances so provider terminated the staff member's employment. Termination letter dated 8/14/26 stated Staff person #1 was terminated that day. It was received by DHS rep on 8/17/26.”
Core safety Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Sleep safety
Prohibit items in crib 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(j)
At the time of inspection, there were blankets in the cribs and boppy pillows hanging on sides of cribs with infants sleeping in each of these cribs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “Provider immediately removed the blankets and the boppy pillows from cribs where infants were present.”
Citation Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
At the time of inspection, fencing used to block children's access to brush and debris was broken with sharp edges exposed to children's play area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “THE GATE HAS BEEN FIXED AND ZIPPED TIED TO ENSURE THE SAFEY WHILE OUTSIDE PLAYING”
Citation Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At the time of inspection, an electrical outlet in the front preschool room and one electrical outlet in the second infant room were missing outlet covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “The provider placed an outlet cover on each exposed electrical outlet during the inspection,”
Citation Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At the time of inspection, there were sections of peeling and chipping paint in the front preschool classroom and infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “CLASSROOM HAS BEEN PAINTED WHERE THE PEELED PAINT WAS LOCATED.”
Citation Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
At the time of inspection, one of the children's rest mats in the preschool classroom was torn at the seam exposing the filling.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “Provider fixed the torn seam and the filling was no longer exposed.”
Citation Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105
At the time of inspection, an infant was observed sitting in a high chair with straps not being used as manufacturer intended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “Provider removed the high chair with straps not being used as manufacturer intended and brought in high chair with T-shaped straps.”
Citation Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
At the time of inspection, an infant crib with a child in it did not have 2 feet of space on three sides of the crib.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “The provider moved the children's cribs away from the wall to ensure 2 feet of clearance on 3 sides.”
Citation Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
At the time of inspection, the temperature inside of the refrigerator towards the front of the kitchen measured a temperature of 50 degrees F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “WE WILL TURN DOWN THE REFRIGERATOR TO DROP THE TEMPERSTURE SOME.”
Citation Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
At the time of inspection, Staff Person #2 was observed placing a soiled diaper on a shelf at children's level and not directly in a hands free trash can.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “STAFF 2 WILL USE HAND FREE TRASH CAN MOVING FORWARD.”
Citation Aug 4, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of inspection, files for Child #5 was missing the addresses for person's listed as Emergency Release Contact.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “MOM WILL ADD THE ADDRESS TO CHILDS EMERGENCY FORM.”
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Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection, the facility's Emergency Plan did not address Continuity of Operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2025): “The emergency plan continuity of operations was added to the handbook.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At the time of inspection, uncovered outlets were observed in the infant and pre-school/school-age childcare spaces that were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider covered all uncovered/exposed outlets that were accessible to children.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of inspection, a can of paint primer was observed sitting on the floor by the door leading into the childcare space accessible to children. Unlabeled cleaning products were also observed in an unlock cabinet under the small sink in the hallway accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider removed and stored the paint can in a closet not accessible by children. Provider also labeled and locked cleaning items away from children.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
At the time of inspection, the first aid kit near children's eating area was missing soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider added soap to the first aid kit.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At the time of inspection, peeling paint and damaged plaster was observed on each side wall of the doorway leading to the outdoor play area. Damaged/peeling paint was also observed on the floorboards and on the short wall directly adjacent from the doorway that separates a sectioned off childcare space from the hallway. Peeling paint was also observed on the following: Side walls leading to the kitchen area and back bathrooms. Side walls in older toddler childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2025): “Peeling of the paint and damaged plaster was repainted and fixed.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
At the time of inspection, the 1st bathroom in the back of the facility next to the kitchen, toilet knob fixture was extremely loose and hanging improperly out of the tank.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2025): “The toilet knob in the bathroom next to the kitchen was fixed.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have verification of the facility's Safe Routes being submitted to the local safety authorities.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider forwarded the facility's current Safe Routes to the local police department via email.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of inspection, children #1 through #5 Financial Agreements did not provide the services included. Children #3 through #5 Child Service Reports were not dated to determine if reports are being completed during the required 6-month review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider updated all Financial Agreements with the services included/provided by the facility. Provider also dated CSR's of all children with the dates they were completed.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
At the time of inspection, children #1 through #5 Financial Agreement Forms did not state if the facility offers any additional services.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider updated all Financial Agreement Forms to reflect any services that would be considered extra.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
At the time of inspection, child #3 Emergency Contact Form did not include the parent's work addresses and work telephone numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider updated form with information previously provided by parent.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 completed 6 out of the 12 required annual clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2025): “Staff person #1 will have the 6 hours of training completed by 7/31/25”
Core safety Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/10/23 it was observed volunteer person# 2 file did not include FBI clearances, NSOR clearances, or mandated reporter training, Volunteer persons# 3 file did not include NSOR clearances, mandated reporter training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “Volunteer #2 and #3 no longer work here it was only for summer camp.”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/17/23 it was observed volunteer persons# 2 and 3 file did not include completion of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “Volunteer #2 and #3 no longer works here, it was only for summer camp.”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/17/23 it was observed the classroom 3 sleeping area main wall electrical protective outlet covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “Classroom 3 sleeping area electrician protective outlet cover was corrected on site”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/17/23 it was observed the first aid kit located in classroom#2 was missing tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2023): “The first aid kit in Classroom #2 missing tweezers but was corrected on site.”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/17/23 it was observed in the classroom #2 ceiling light was blown out.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2023): “The Light Bulb in classroom #2 was fixed.”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/17/23 it was observed infant sleeping in a bouncing chair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “I will Have infant put in their cribs as soon as they fall asleep.”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/17/23 it was observed that volunteer persons#2 file did not include TB results volunteer person#3 file did not include health assessment or TB results. Volunteer persons# 2 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of the hire date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “Volunteer #2 and #3 no longer work here”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/17/23 it was observed volunteer persons # 2 did not complete health safety training or Pediatric first aid /CPR training; and volunteer person#3 file did not include verification of completed health and safety training within 90 days of hire date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “All Volunteers will be supervised at all times.”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/17/23 it was observed staff person#1 and volunteer persons# 2 file did not include documentation of completed written evaluation of within the last 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2023): “Staff #1 Has a written evaluation in her folder.”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/10/23 it was observed that volunteer persons # 2, and 3; staff person #4 and 5 file did not include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility, or verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2023): “Volunteer #2 and #3 no longer work here Staff #4 and #5 has verification of experience, education and trainings in their folders.”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/17/23 it was observed volunteer person# 2 and 3 file did not include 2 nonfamily related reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “Volunteer #2 no longer work here #3 has 2 nonfamily references in her folder.”
Citation Aug 17, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(a)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 8/17/23 it was observed volunteer person#2 caring for total of 9 children unsupervised.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “All volunteers will be supervised moving forward”

“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.) $59.00 $50.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $47.00 $41.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $41.00 $35.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $39.00 $32.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $35.00 $29.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $35.00 $29.00

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 37 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Oct 11, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Nov 1, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Jarrett Dargan LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–11:59 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 224-0301
State certificate # CER-00259755
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Common questions

Has Jarrett Dargan LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 4, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of inspection the files for Staff Person #1 showed a valid driver's license from New Jersey. During inspection, staff person #1 acknowledged living in New Jersey within the past 5 yrs. The files for Staff…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Jarrett Dargan LLC?

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

What is Jarrett Dargan LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Nov 1, 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 Jarrett Dargan LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,065 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 85% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Jarrett Dargan LLC last inspected?

Aug 4, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Jarrett Dargan LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $59.00 for infant, $47.00 for young toddler, $41.00 for older toddler, $39.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Jarrett Dargan LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Jarrett Dargan LLC.

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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