KenCrest North Philadelphia
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
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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.
During Renewal Inspection on 05/21/2026, Certification Staff observed cleaning materials in 2 unlocked cabinets in Room #4 Infants.
During Renewal Inspection on 05/21/2026, Certification Staff observed unlabeled bottles of infant formula stored in refrigerators in Infant Rooms #2 and #4.
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.
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.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 3 were missing emergency plan training from their file.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed cleaning spray and wipes in Rainbows and Sunbeam.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in Carebears.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing physical and TB from their file.
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).
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During renewal inspection certification asked to see staff files. Updated records for staff were not accessible.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 3 were missing pediatric 1st aid and cpr from their file.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 3 were missing fire drill training.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 (temp staff) and 3 were missing health and safety training.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 3 were missing annual evaluation.
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
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.
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.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 3 were missing 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1,2,3,4 and 5 were missing emergency plan training.
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)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed the first aid kit accessible to children in Shining Stars
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the following rooms: Busy Bees, Shining Stars, The Rainbows (plaster) and Busy Bees.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Health assessment for child 7 was expired (1-7-23)
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.
During renewal inspection certification rep did not have access to staff files. Admin staff did not have keys.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files Staff 2,3,4 and 5 were missing Pediatric first aid and CPR
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)
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 and 3 was missing verification of child care experience.
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.
At time of renewal inspection, room 5 which is licensed child care space, was observed as being used for storage.
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.
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.
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.
At time of renewal inspection, the file for staff persons #2 and #3 did not include two written references.
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.
On March 21, 2022 during renewal inspection noticed that child(ren) # 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 were missing release person names.
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.
On March 21, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 5 emergency contact form is missing an address for release person.
On March 21, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that staff file(s) were missing First Aid/ CPR certificate.
“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
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.
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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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