Ken-Crest Services-Kensington Center
Ken-Crest Services-Kensington Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 126 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 37 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 37). 6 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 #833 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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On May 7, 2026, during the complaint investigation. It was found that child #1 was not properly supervised by a staff person at all times when child #1 left classroom #6 and proceeded to elope from the facility at approximately 1:50 pm.
On May 7, 2026, during the complaint investigation, it was found that staff person #1 did not know the whereabouts of child#1(who was assigned to staff person #1s group) when child#1 left classroom #6 and proceeded to elope from the facility at approximately 1:50pm.
On February 26, 2026, during the renewal inspection, there were no handwashing signs posted over the toilets containing the language (who and when to wash hands) in classrooms #1, #2, and #3, childcare space.
On February 26, 2026, during the renewal inspection, there was no documentation on file at the facility, that an emergency drill had been conducted within the last 12 months, when requested documentation was not produced.
On February 26, 2026, during the renewal inspection, emergency contact forms were incomplete in classrooms #1, #2, and #3, childcare space, for children present and receiving care in the space.
On November 4, 2025, during the unannounced inspection, the outlet in classroom 5 at the entrance on the left side of the classroom did not contain a protective cover, and the outlet in classroom 6 behind the television did not contain a protective cover.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 did not include the NSOR document. The staff data worksheet provided by the facility indicated the NSOR document was received 12/11/23 but it wasn't observed in staff member #2's file.
At the time of inspection, a water damaged wall and an air vent cover in disrepair were observed in classroom #4. Damaged wood was observed at the sink near the bathroom door in room 3. Also, a metal trash can in room 3 was observed with rust on the surfaces.
At time of inspection, the files for children #3 and #4 did not contain updated health assessments dated within the last 12 months.
At the time of inspection, the file for child #3 contained a health document from Esperanza Health which did not contain the medical professional's signature.
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At the time of inspection, the file of staff member #3 contained an outdated health assessment dated 4/5/2022
At the time of inspection, the safe routes policy was not posted in the facility.
At the time of inspection, the facility could not verify that the annual letter to the local traffic safety authorities was sent to notify them of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian/ vehicular routes around the facility.
At the time of inspection, the general liability insurance document provided indicated the policy expired on 2/28/2024.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1, hired more than 90 days; did not contain verification of completion of all the Health and Safety training requirements necessary to work unsupervised with children. The file for staffer #1 only contained verification of completion of the One-Hour Health and Safety Update.
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have completed Child Service report for child #2, #3, #4 and #5, which were signed and dated within the last 6 months by the child's parent.
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #5 was missing the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
At the time of inspection, the health insurance policy name and policy number had not been included on the emergency contact form for child #1.
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact forms for children #1 and #2 were missing the addresses of the release persons designated by the parents.
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact and financial agreement forms for child #5's were not updated or reviewed with the child's parent's signature in the last 6 months. The emergency contact form for child #3 had not been reviewed or updated by the child's parent in the last 6 months.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff members #2 and #3 did not contain two written nonfamily reference letters from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #1,staff #2 and staff #3 d did not include a verification of child care experience.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #2 did not contain the 1 hr health and safety update that was to be completed
SAFETY DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #1,STAFF #2,STAFF #3,STAFF #4,STAFF #5 AND STAFF #6 DID NOT CONTAIN A DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. ALSO, THE FILES FOR STAFF #2,STAFF #4 AND STAFF #5 ARE MISSING THEIR NSOR CLEARANCE.
DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE SAW BOX FANS HANGING FROM THE CEILINGS IN THE CHILD CARE SPACES.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY FILES AND THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE A METHOD TO INFORM PARENTS THAT THE EMERGENCY IS OVER AND HOW PARENTS CAN BE REUNITED WITH THEIR CHILDREN.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #1,STAFF #2,STAFF #3,STAFF #4,STAFF #5 AND STAFF #6 DID NOT CONTAIN EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #1 DID NOT CONTAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY FILES AND THERE WAS NO EMERGENCY DRILL LOG.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWD THE FACILITY FILES AND THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE CLEAR ACCOMODATIONS FOR CHILDREN DURING A FACILITY LOCKDOWN OR SHELTER IN PLACE.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #1,STAFF #3 AND STAFF #4 DID NOT CONTAIN PEDIATRIC CPR/FIRST AID.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #1 DID NOT CONTAIN A STAFF EVALUATION.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #5 DID NOT CONTAIN THE EMPLOYEE ADDRESS.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #2, STAFF #3,STAFF 4, STAFF #5 AND STAFF #6 DID NOT CONTAIN AN EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION FORM OR A VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #2,STAFF #3,STAFF #4,STAFF #5 AND STAFF #6 DID NOT CONTAIN TWO NON FAMILY REFERENCES.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #1,STAFF #3 AND STAFF #4 DID NOT CONTAIN THE 10 HR HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING THAT IS REQUIRED.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR #3 AND STAFF #4 DID NOT CONTAIN THE ANNUAL MINIMUM OF TWELVE HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $75.00 | $57.00 |
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 Ken-Crest Services-Kensington Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 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 7, 2026 (supervision): “On May 7, 2026, during the complaint investigation. It was found that child #1 was not properly supervised by a staff person at all times when child #1 left classroom #6 and proceeded to elope from the facility at…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Ken-Crest Services-Kensington Center?
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 Ken-Crest Services-Kensington Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jan 5, 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 Ken-Crest Services-Kensington Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #833 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Ken-Crest Services-Kensington Center last inspected?
Feb 26, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Ken-Crest Services-Kensington Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $75.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Ken-Crest Services-Kensington Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kencrest Services.
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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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