Kid Cave is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 17 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 51 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (32 of 51). 8 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #800 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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On 2-26-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the files of staff persons #1, #2 and #3 had expired health assessments.
On 2-26-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the fire detection system was not heard throughout the facility.
On 2-26-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the parent handbook did not address a clothing and supervision policy.
On 2-26-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #1 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
On 2-26-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the date of admission was not listed on the agreement forms of children #1 and #3.
On 2-26-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #1 was missing the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
On 2-26-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #2 and #3 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
On 2-26-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #1 did not include the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits
On 3-13-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the hot water in the children's bathroom was 120° F.
On 3-13-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the health assessments of staff persons #1 and #3 did not include Mantoux test read/results.
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On 3-13-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the facility did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy that addressed: Recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, or the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
On 3-13-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not include the Health and Safety training.
On 3-13-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #3 did not include the arrival and departure times.
On 3-13-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #3 did not list the designated persons to whom the child may be released.
On 3-13-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #2 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
On 3-13-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #1 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number of the Medical Assistance benefits.
On 3-13-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #1 did not list the release persons.
On 2-23-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the facility's outdoor play space contained trash.
On 2-23-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #3 was not signed by the operator.
On 2-23-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #3 did not have the date of admission listed.
On 2-23-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact of child #3 did not have the birthdate listed.
On 2-23-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #1, #2, #3 and #4 were did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
On 2-23-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contacts of children #1, #2, #3, #5 and #6 did not include health insurance coverage and/or policy numbers.
On 2-23-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #3 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
On 2-23-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of children #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
On 2-23-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #3 did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #1 did not have a PA State police clearance. Staff #2 has a child abuse clearance that is more than 60 months old. Staff #3 does not have a child abuse clearance on file. Staff #4 does not have PA state police clearance on file.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan for the facility did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #2 had a health report that did not include the child's immunization record.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #1, 3, and 4 had an influenza immunization that was more than 1 year old. No exemption letter was observed for child #1,3, and 4.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the last documented fire drill conducted at the facility was in October of 2022.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the last documented fire system test was conducted on 10/17/2022.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have a written policy for, "shaken baby and abusive head trauma". The facility had an emergency that did not identify the duties of each staff person during an emergency. The facilities emergency plan did not outline the continuity of operations during an emergency. Staff #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 did not have the health and safety update training completed.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the director at the facility is employed for 18-24 hours a week.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the agreement for child #1 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency contact information for child #5 did not include the MA policy number.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency contact information for child #2 & #4 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the file for staff #3 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
At the time of the unannounced monitoring child #1-5 did not have a parent signed agreement on file.
At the time of the unannounced monitoring inspection the certification representative observed that the child's record did not reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.
At the time of the unannounced inspection the certification representative observed that child #2 and #3 did not have name, address, and/or telephone number of the physician or medical source.
At the time of the unannounced inspection the certification representative observed that child #3 did not have the telephone number of the enrolling parent in their emergency contact information.
At the time of the unannounced monitoring inspection the certification representative observed that child #1-5 did not provide the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
At the time of the unannounced monitoring inspection the certification representative observed that child #1-5 did not have the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released included in their emergency contact information.
At the time of the unannounced monitoring inspection the certification representative observed that child #2 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
At the time of the unannounced monitoring inspection the certification representative observed that child #2 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid.
AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE A WRITTEN AND POSTED POLICY FOR PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF POINTS.
AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVEED THAT STAFF #1 AND #2 DID NOT HAVE FIRE SAFETY TRAINING IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS.
AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT STAFF #1 DID NOT HAVE A MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT STAFF #1 DID NOT HAVE A STATE POLICE CLEARANCE ON FILE.
AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT THE OPERATOR DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF THE PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR THE FIRE SYSTEM.
“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) | $67.83 | $55.72 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $67.83 | $55.72 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.49 | $52.27 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $59.54 | $49.58 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.23 | $46.90 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.55 | $39.36 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.55 | $39.36 |
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 Kid Cave had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Mar 15, 2023 (background checks): “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #1 did not have a PA State police clearance. Staff #2 has a child abuse clearance that is more than 60 months old. Staff #3 does…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Kid Cave?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Kid Cave since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Kid Cave’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jun 12, 2023. 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 Kid Cave compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #800 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Kid Cave last inspected?
Feb 26, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Kid Cave cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.83 for newborn, $67.83 for infant, $63.49 for young toddler, $59.54 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Kid Cave?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kid Cave Daycare.
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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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