Jitb JRS Arrow at the Gate II
Jitb JRS Arrow at the Gate II is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 88 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 23 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 23). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #966 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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On 10/27/25, staff member #1 took a child into the kitchen and while in the kitchen the child was accidently burnt on the hand/ wrist due to touching a hot oven.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 included a health assessment dated 3/30/23, over the 24 period. Also, the health assessment observed did not include the medical provider's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 included a health assessment dated 8/27/2025 which was not signed by a medical professional with professional title. Nor did the health assessment for staff member #1 include the medical provider's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
At the time of inspection, the file for child #1 and child #2 did not include a Child Service Reports completed and signed by the child's parent within the past 6 months.
Two kids were play fighting and staff member #1 grabbed one child by the arm, that child slapped the staff person's face. Staff member #1 then grabbed the child's arm tight.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 contained an invalid FBI Clearance dated 7/24/2018 and an expired Mandated Reporter training certificate dated 10/02/2018.
9At the time of inspection, the file for child #3 contained a health report dated 9/03/2023.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #3; hired more than 90 days, was missing verification of completion of the PA Health and Safety Update 1- hour training.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 did not include verification of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate (GED) which is necessary to qualify for the position of assistant group supervisor.
At the time of inspection, the file for child #1 did not contain a Child Service Report signed and dated by the child's parent in the last 6 months.
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #2 did not have the parent signature for consent of emergency medical and minor first-aid.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #4 only contained 1 written, nonfamily reference from an individual attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed a staff person in the Pre-K room named five children out of the six she was responsible for supervising.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed the first-aid kit in the Pre-K room was child accessible.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed the first-aid kit in the Pre-K room did not include gloves. Observed the first-aid kit in the indoor play space did not include medical tape. Corrected on-site 9/14/2023.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed child #1 and #2's health reports did not include verification of updated influenza vaccines.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed child #2's health report did not include whether the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed staff person #1's health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician. Observed child #3's emergency contact information did not include the address of the child's physician. Corrected on site 9/14/2023.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed child #1 and #4's emergency contact information did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Also observed the emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed child #1's record did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/14/2023 observed child #1's record did not contain signed parental consent for transportation.
“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
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) | $78.00 | $46.80 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $78.00 | $46.80 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $76.60 | $46.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $75.00 | $45.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $60.00 | $36.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.00 | $30.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.00 | $30.00 |
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
Common questions
Has Jitb JRS Arrow at the Gate II 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 Apr 24, 2025 (caregiver conduct): “Two kids were play fighting and staff member #1 grabbed one child by the arm, that child slapped the staff person's face. Staff member #1 then grabbed the child's arm tight.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Jitb JRS Arrow at the Gate II?
Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations 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 Jitb JRS Arrow at the Gate II’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jun 25, 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 Jitb JRS Arrow at the Gate II compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #966 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Jitb JRS Arrow at the Gate II last inspected?
Oct 7, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Jitb JRS Arrow at the Gate II cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $78.00 for newborn, $78.00 for infant, $76.60 for young toddler, $75.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Jitb JRS Arrow at the Gate II?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Jitb JRS Arrow At The Gate Learning Center INC.
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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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