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Juliet Askew Child Care

2813 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Juliet Askew Child Care is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 24 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 27 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 27). 6 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #823 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 62% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #823 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
5 Core-safety citations
22 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
27 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 6 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 23, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 10, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 10, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Mar 2, 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

Records & paperwork 9
Building & playground safety 7
Background checks 3
Health & medication 3
Caregiver conduct 1
Staff ratios 1
Emergency preparedness 1
Transportation 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
During the renewal inspection on 10/23/2025, it was observed that child #1, and child #2 were confined in their crib for approximately 20 minutes while staff #1 and staff #2 were feeding the young toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Will take the infant children out of their cribs and not leave them in there while feeding other children.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 10/23/2025, the file for child #4 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Will call the parent and have them provide the health insurance information.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection on 10/23/2025, the file for child # 3 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Will have the parent complete the form when they pick up the child.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the renewal inspection on 10/23/2025, it was observed that the childcare spaces did not have Emergency Contact Forms in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Will create a book and put Emergency Contact Forms in all of the childcare spaces.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection on 10/23/2025, the file for child #1 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form and the Financial Agreement was not updated within a 6-month period. The last date the documents were reviewed was 2/21/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Will review the documents with the parent when they pick up their child today.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection on 10/23/2025, the file for child #5 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Will obtain the parent's signatures on the form.”
Core safety Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 10/10/2024, the file for staff person #1 was reviewed and there was an FBI Clearance dated 10/2/2019 which was not dated within 60 months as required. (See code Sheet for hire date)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Will have staff #1 renew their FBI criminal background clearance and fingerprinting before returning to work.”
Core safety Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During the renewal inspection on 10/10/2024, it was observed that the room in the back upstairs was not in compliance with required staff/child ratio. The youngest child in the room was 14 months old and there was one staff to 6 children in the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Will bring the two-year-old child downstairs to the pre-k group to make sure ratio remains in compliance.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 10/10/2024, it was observed that there was paint chipping on the yellow and blue wall in the front room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Will repaint where necessary.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During the renewal inspection on 10/10/2024, it was observed that a floor rug under the table was curling at the ends and was a tripping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “Will make sure that the rug is attached to the floor while in use.”
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Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During the renewal inspection on 10/10/2024, it was observed that a bookcase in the front room was not secured to the wall and was a tipping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Will attach the bookcase to the wall.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
During the renewal inspection on 10/10/2024, the file for child #2 was reviewed and the most recent health report in the file was dated 12/8/22 which is not within a twelve-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Will have the parent obtain an updated health assessment for child #2”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection on 10/10/2024, it was observed that an updated emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Will mail a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and the Office of Emergency Management.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the renewal inspection on 10/10/2024, it was observed that the local traffic safety authorities were not notified annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Will write a letter to the local police as required annually.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection on 10/10/2024, the file for child #1 was reviewed and did not contain signed parental consent for the facility to administer minor first-aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Will have parent sign the Emergency Contact Form giving permission for the facility to administer minor first aid.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection dated 10/19/2023, certification representative observed that in the pre-k room there were toxic substances accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 19, 2023): “Put into a locked cabinet that is inaccessible to children.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
During the renewal inspection dated 10/19/2023, certification representative observed that a first aid kit was accessible to children in the toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 19, 2023): “Put the first aid kit higher on the shelf out of the reach of the children.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Glass 55 Pa. Code §3270.81
During the renewal inspection dated 10/19/2023, certification representative observed that the windows and glass doors in the pre-K room did not have visual identification on them.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2023): “Will put stickers on windows and doors.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During renewal inspection dated 10/19/23, certification representative observed that the hand washing signs throughout the facility did not have the specific wording required in 3270.82(h) regulation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 19, 2023): “Will post the signs as required per the regulations.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During the renewal inspection dated 10/19/2023, certification representative observed that child #1 was asleep in a crib and there was not 2 feet of space on three sides of the crib.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2023): “Will move some furniture out of room and make sure that there is 2 feet on three sides of the crib while the children are sleeping.”
Core safety Nov 10, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON NOVEMBER 10, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #2 CONTAINS FBI CLEARANCES DATED 06.27.17 WHICH IS MORE THAN 60-MONTHS OLD (SEE CODE SHEET). STAFF PERSON #3 HAS NOT COMPLETED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING WITHIN THE LAST 60 MONTHS. THIS IS EVIDENCED BY THE PREVIOUSLY DOCUMENTED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING ON FILE BEING DATED 08.09.15.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2022): “Staff person #2 will comply with CPSL Chapter 3490 and Staff #3 will have required clearances by 12.02.22 and will not work in the facility until clearances are submitted.”
Citation Nov 10, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON NOVEMBER 10, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT INCLUDE AN EXAMINATION FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES AND THE RESULTS OF THAT EXAMINATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2022): “Staff person will have required statement for health assessment signed, dated and completed by doctor on file.”
Citation Nov 10, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON NOVEMBER 10, 2022, STAFF PERSON #1 AND STAFF PERSON #2 HAS NOT COMPLETED THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED PRE-SERVICE TRAINING WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE (SEE LIS CODE): HEALTH AND SAFETY BASICS TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2022): “Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 AND Staff person #2 will have until 12.03.22 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 and staff…”
Citation Nov 10, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON NOVEMBER 10, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #3 AND STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF CHILD CARE EXPERIENCE FOR THE POSITION OF CLASSROOM AID.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2022): “Staff person #3 and #4 will submit proof of childcare experience.”
Core safety Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Several staff had expired clearances at the time of the renewal inspection. Staff #1 had FBI clearance results that had last taken place on 5/10/16; Staff #2 had mandated reporter training that had taken place on 8/12/15; Staff #3 had a mandated reporter training that had taken place on 8/19/15; Facility person did not have the results for their NSOR, Child Abuse, or State Criminal at the time of the renewal inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2022): “Provider will have staff retrieve all of their clearances and the verification will be placed on file at the facility.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Release person's address was not present on the Emergency Contact form at the time of the renewal inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2022): “Provider will have form completed in entirety and will review enrollment forms ongoing.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
Review of files reveal that Staff # 1 did not have a current health assessment as their last health assessment took place in 2019; Staff #2 did not present TB results at the time of the renewal inspection; Staff #4 did not have a health assessment on file to also confirm freedom from communicable diseases; Staff #6 did not have a health form to confirm their physical or TB results at the time of the renewal inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2022): “Provider will have all staff retrieve the required documentation and place on file at facility. Provider will submit the verification/ corrections to OCDEL for review.”

“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) $60.00 $40.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $60.00 $40.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $60.00 $40.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $60.00 $40.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $60.00 $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 24 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Nov 20, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jan 23, 2020 · what STARS means
Operator Juliet Askew
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 765-0454
State certificate # CER-00248450
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Common questions

Has Juliet Askew Child Care had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Oct 23, 2025 (caregiver conduct): “During the renewal inspection on 10/23/2025, it was observed that child #1, and child #2 were confined in their crib for approximately 20 minutes while staff #1 and staff #2 were feeding the young toddlers.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Juliet Askew Child Care?

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

What is Juliet Askew Child Care’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jan 23, 2020. 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 Juliet Askew Child Care compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #823 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Juliet Askew Child Care last inspected?

Oct 23, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Juliet Askew Child Care cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for newborn, $60.00 for infant, $60.00 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Juliet Askew Child Care?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Juliet Askew.

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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