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KenCrest North Philadelphia

3907 N Broad St # 11, Philadelphia, PA 19140 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 4

KenCrest North Philadelphia is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 107 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 45 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (16 of 45). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 77% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 77% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1 Core-safety citations
44 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
45 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 21, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 21, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 4, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 16, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 21, 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 16
Training & qualifications 10
Building & playground safety 9
Health & medication 4
Emergency preparedness 3
Food & feeding 2
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation May 21, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
General Health and Safety/Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.107
During Renewal Inspection on 05/21/2026, Certification Staff observed that the refrigerators in Infant Rooms #2 and #4 were not equipped with operable thermometers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Operator will ensure that an operable thermometer is place in each refrigerator and that food is maintained at a temperature of 45° F or below.”
Citation May 21, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During Renewal Inspection on 05/21/2026, Certification Staff observed cleaning materials in 2 unlocked cabinets in Room #4 Infants.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2026): “Operator will ensure that all toxic materials remain locked or inaccessible to children.”
Citation May 21, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Wholesome/Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(a)/3270.166(4)
During Renewal Inspection on 05/21/2026, Certification Staff observed unlabeled bottles of infant formula stored in refrigerators in Infant Rooms #2 and #4.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Operator will ensure that bottles used to feed infants are labelled with the child's name.”
Citation May 21, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)/3270.181(c)
During Renewal Inspection on 03/16/2026, Certification Staff observed that the Emergency Contact Forms for multiple children in Older Toddler Room #1, Young Toddler Room #2, and Pre-K Room #3 were not reviewed or updated at least once in a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2026): “Operator will ensure that the Emergency Contact Forms maintained in the child care spaces within the facility are reviewed and signed at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.”
Core safety Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 (temp staff) was missing out of state clearance for Florida. Staff 2 had expired clearances in their file (state clearance exp 1-27-2020, child abuse exp 1-28-2020 and FBI exp 2-2-2020). Mandated reporter training for staff 3 exp. Staff 2 and 3 were missing disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “Request and obtain Florida clearances. Place clearances in file. Identify and renew the expired clearances.”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 3 were missing emergency plan training from their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Record the training date and names of all staff who attend in a log and place in each staff member's file.”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed cleaning spray and wipes in Rainbows and Sunbeam.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “Store spray and wipes in a designation secure location away from children.”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in Carebears.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “Repair the chipped paint in the classroom”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing physical and TB from their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Obtain physical with TB and place in file.”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 1 was missing initial health assessment. Child only had vaccination record on file. Health assessment for child 2 was expired (8-4-23).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Notify family about need of updated physical and place in file.”
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Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
During renewal inspection certification asked to see staff files. Updated records for staff were not accessible.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “Locate and organize all staff records in binder. Director and admin will ensure all records are compiled and updated.”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 3 were missing pediatric 1st aid and cpr from their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “record the training date and names of all staff who attend in a log and place the long in each staff's file.”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 3 were missing fire drill training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Record the training date and names of all staff who attend in a log and place the log in each staff's files”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 (temp staff) and 3 were missing health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Record the training date and names of all staff who attend in a log and place in each staff files.”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 3 were missing annual evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Complete a basic evaluation for staff 2 and 3 and place in each file.”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing education from their file. Verification of child care experience needs to be verified for staff 3
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “Place copies of education documents in file”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency and fee agreement for child 1 were expired. Fee agreement for child 2 was expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “Have a parent/guardian update and sign new forms”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Collect completed references and place in a file.”
Citation Mar 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 3 were missing 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Record the training date and names of all staff who attend in a log and place the log in each staff file.”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1,2,3,4 and 5 were missing emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “All staff emergency training are in file”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the water temperature. The water temperature was above 110° F in the following rooms: Busy Bees (110.8° F and 110.07° F), Shining Stars (110.8° F and 111° F), Sun Beam (110.5° F), The Rainbows (111° F)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2024): “The hot water has been turned down at the valve”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed the first aid kit accessible to children in Shining Stars
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “The first aid bag has been hung on a hook in the classroom out of reach of the children”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the following rooms: Busy Bees, Shining Stars, The Rainbows (plaster) and Busy Bees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2024): “All paint has been covered in the classroom.”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Health assessment for child 7 was expired (1-7-23)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “Parent has submitted updated physical for child.”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(b)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. TB results for staff 1 was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “HR was contact & TB form was sent over completed with signature”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep did not have access to staff files. Admin staff did not have keys.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “Adin will be provided with a key for when PC is not on premises”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files Staff 2,3,4 and 5 were missing Pediatric first aid and CPR
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2024): “CPR training was scheduled and received for staff 3 for staff #s 2,4 & 5 were sent from files”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing 1 hour updated health and safety training. Staff 3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (10-hour health and safety)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “Staff trainings were sent over from file”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During renewal inspection certification reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1,2,3,4,5 and 8 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “Parents have completed section on who can pick up children o the fee agreement.”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 and 8 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “All the children's enrollment date has been placed on their fee agreement.”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services considered extra/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)/3270.182(2)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Fee agreement for child 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 and 8 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “All N/A has been placed under additional fees as we don't offer any additional services.”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files Emergency contact for child 2 did not specify the name of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Emergency contact for 6 and 7 were missing address the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “Parents have completed emergency contact form. Filling in all missing information.”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 5 and 7 were expired. Child 6 was missing a fee agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “Parents have updated & completed the fee agreement for children's files.”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 and 3 was missing verification of child care experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “Previous employers were called to verify dates & hours of staff. Form was completed after verification by telephone was completed.”
Citation Mar 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing 2 reference letters, staff 2 was missing 2 reference letters, staff 3 was missing 2 reference letters, and staff 5 was missing 1 reference letter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “References were sent over for staff”
Citation Mar 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No business simultaneous use 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(f)
At time of renewal inspection, room 5 which is licensed child care space, was observed as being used for storage.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Room 5 will be cleared out and not used for storage. The room will be set up for child care.”
Citation Mar 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At time of renewal inspection, the outlet strip under the desk in room #4 was observed to have unused outlets that did not have protective covers in them. Also, there was a charging port that was not covered and accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “The unused outlets in the strip will be covered with protective covers. The charging port will also be covered.”
Citation Mar 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
At time of renewal inspection, the children's bathroom was observed to have visible rust and chipping paint on the bottom of all of the stall dividers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “The stall dividers will be sanded and re-painted so there is no chipping paint and rust.”
Citation Mar 16, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
At time of renewal inspection, staff person #1 did not have documentation of completing the required 10-hour pre-service health and safety training within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2023): “Staff person #1 will complete the required pre-service training and documentation will be placed in the staff file.”
Citation Mar 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At time of renewal inspection, the file for staff persons #2 and #3 did not include two written references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2023): “Staff person #2 will bring in two references for the staff file and staff person #1 will bring in one additional reference for the staff file.”
Citation Mar 21, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
On March 21, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that provider did not have a copy of the emergency plan sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2022): “Provider will send the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency annually.”
Citation Mar 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
On March 21, 2022 during renewal inspection noticed that child(ren) # 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 were missing release person names.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2022): “Provider will make sure to add release person names to child(ren) # 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 agreement form.”
Citation Mar 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
On March 21, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child(ren) # 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 agreement form does not have a description for extra services offered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2022): “Provider will make sure to add a description on the agreement form for extra services.”
Citation Mar 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On March 21, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 5 emergency contact form is missing an address for release person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2022): “Provider will make sure during admissions each emergency form includes an address for release persons.”
Citation Mar 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
General requirements for facility persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(d)
On March 21, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that staff file(s) were missing First Aid/ CPR certificate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2022): “Provider will have staff trained in First Aid/CPR and add their certificates to their staff files.”

“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.) $103.00 $75.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $103.00 $75.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $103.00 $75.00
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

Capacity 107 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 26, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since May 26, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts, Head Start
Operator Kencrest Services
Hours Monday–Friday 7:45 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 227-0534
State certificate # CER-00257321
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Common questions

Has KenCrest North Philadelphia 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 Mar 4, 2025 (background checks): “During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 (temp staff) was missing out of state clearance for Florida. Staff 2 had expired clearances in their file (state clearance exp 1-27-2020, child…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about KenCrest North Philadelphia?

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

What is KenCrest North Philadelphia’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective May 26, 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 KenCrest North Philadelphia compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 77% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was KenCrest North Philadelphia last inspected?

May 21, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does KenCrest North Philadelphia cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $103.00 for infant, $103.00 for young toddler, $103.00 for older toddler, $75.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs KenCrest North Philadelphia?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kencrest Services.

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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