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Ko12 Kids Company Kids on 12th

1112 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 · Philadelphia County
1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 1

Ko12 Kids Company Kids on 12th is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 89 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 11 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 43 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (11 of 43). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #544 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 56% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #544 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
6 Core-safety citations
37 Other citations
11 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
43 citations from 12 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 21, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jan 21, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Sep 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Oct 7, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 6, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 17, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Dec 18, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 15, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Aug 15, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 17, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 8, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Sep 28, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 11
Records & paperwork 9
Building & playground safety 8
Health & medication 7
Background checks 6
Transportation 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Sep 23, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During an unannounced monitoring visit conducted on 9/23/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records for Staff 1, Staff 2, Staff 3, and Staff 4. The records for all four staff members did not include a current Child Abuse Clearance. Additionally, the records for Staff 1 and Staff 4 were missing a current FBI Clearance. The record for Staff 3 also did not include a correct State Police Clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “All clearances were reviewed, and new ones were ordered”
Citation Sep 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During an unannounced monitoring visit conducted on 9/23/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records for Staff 2. The records for Staff 2 did not include a TB Results with the Health Assessment Form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “Director found Staff's TB results and placed in file”
Citation Sep 23, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During an unannounced monitoring visit conducted on 9/23/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records for Staff 1. The records for Staff 1 did not include a current a Pediatric First Aid Certificate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “Staff contacted trainer for a copy of the certificate.”
Citation Sep 23, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During an unannounced monitoring visit conducted on 9/23/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records for Staff 4 and Staff 5. The records for both staff members did not include a current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “Staff will renew the mandating reporting training”
Citation Sep 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During an unannounced monitoring visit conducted on 9/23/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records for Staff 2. Staff 2 records did not include two letters of references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “Letters placed in Staff's state file”
Core safety Oct 7, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 09/06/24, the Certification representative reviewed Staff's #1 and Staff #2 content of records and discovered Staff's #2 content of records have an expired FBI Clearance, State Police Clearance, and Child Abuse Clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2024): “The director will ensure that staff completes a new state police clearance and child abuse clearance”
Citation Oct 7, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 09/06/24, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #2 and Staff # 3 content of records, and found Staff's # 2, and Staff 's #3 health assessment expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2024): “The director will make sure staff immediately make plans to make an appointment with the health provider to complete a new health assessment.”
Core safety Sep 6, 2024 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 09/06/24, the Certification representative reviewed Staff's #1 and Staff #2 content of records and discovered Staff's #2 content of records have an expired FBI Clearance, State Police Clearance, and Child Abuse Clearance. Staff's # 1 content of records had an expired State Police Clearance. Staff #1 State Police Clearance was corrected on site.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “The director will ensure that staff completes a new state police clearance and child abuse clearance.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 6, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 09/06/24, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #2 and Staff # 3 content of records, and found Staff's # 2, and Staff 's #3 health assessment expired.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “The director will make sure staff immediately make plans to make an appointment with the health provider to complete a new health assessment.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 18, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/18/23, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff #2 content of records, and Staff #2 content of records did not include a one-hour update of Health and Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “The operator will give Staff #2 time to complete the one-hour update of Health and safety training.”
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Core safety Aug 15, 2023 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
During a complaint investigation inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #1 content of records, and the content of records did not contain a signed disclosure statement by Staff #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “The operator will dismiss Staff #1 from employment until staff #1 returns with a signed disclosure statement.”
Citation Aug 15, 2023 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child 55 Pa. Code §3270.20(a)(1)
During the Complaint Investigation Inspection, the Certification Representative asked when the incident was reported to DHS. The owner stated," it was self-reported on 08/09/23. The incident was not reported within the 24 hours timeframe. The Certification Representative went to review the incident on Pelican, and the self-report incident was not in the system.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “KO12 will always report incidents in the Pelican System. If there is a problem accessing the system, KO12 will report to a DHS representative. KO12 will report to Main DHS line and insist a confirmation of receipt.”
Citation Aug 15, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During a complaint investigation inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #1 record of contents, and the content of records did not contain a verification of employment and no proof of Transcripts or diploma of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “The operator will have Staff #1 bring in education and experience verification.”
Citation Aug 15, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
During a complaint investigation inspection, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff 's #1 content of records, and the content of records did not include a complete health assessment, including the results of initials TB test.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “The operator will dismiss Staff #1 from employment until staff #1 returns with a completed Health Assessment.”
Citation Aug 15, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During a complaint investigation inspection, the certification representative reviewed staff's #1 content of records, and the content of records did not contain two letters of references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “The operator will ask staff #1 to provide two letters of references.”
Core safety May 17, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The State Police Clearance in the file for Staff Person #7 was acquired more than 45 days after the staff person's first day working in child care. The NSOR Certificates in the files for Staff Person #4 and 7 were acquired more than 45 days after the staff persons' first day working in child care. The files for Staff Person #5, 6 and 8, who have been working for more than 45 days, lacked the following clearances required by the CPSL: Staff Person #5: NSOR, Staff Person #6: Child Abuse and FBI. Staff Person #8: NSOR. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2023): “All staff now have current clearances. Staff Person #5 and #8 did not work at the facility until getting clearances. Staff Person #6 has resigned her position at the company.”
Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed ceiling tiles stained from water damage in Preschool 6 and the PS Restroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “All of the ceiling tiles have been replaced and the landlord assured us that the source from apartments above us has been repaired.”
Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Handwashing signs were not posted in the toilet stalls of the Preschool and School Age Bathrooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Handwashing signs were posted in all of the bathroom stalls as well as over every sink.”
Citation May 17, 2023 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)
The file for Child #3, a Preschool Child, lacked an updated health report conducted within the past 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2023): “A request was made to the parent of child 3 for the proper form from the pediatrician. They will submit it this week.”
Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The initial health assessments in the files for Staff Person #1 and 9 were conducted after the staff persons' first day working in child care. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “All staff have current health assessments in their files now.”
Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file for Child #2, who has been enrolled for more than 60 days, lacked an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2023): “A request was made to the parent of child 2 for the proper form from the pediatrician. They will submit it this week.”
Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The one-hour Health and Safety Update in the files for Staff Person #1, 2, 3, 8 and 9 were dated after the prescribed timeframe of 12/30/22. The file for Staff Person #4 did not include the one-hour Health and Safety Update.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “All files now have the one hour health and safety update.”
Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
The Health and Safety Training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training in the files for Staff Person #6 and 7 were conducted more than 90 days after the staff persons' first day in child care. The Health and Safety Training in the file for Staff Person #9 was conducted after the staff person's first day in child care. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “All files now have current Health and Safety and First Aid Training.”
Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The Mandated Reporter Training in the file for Staff Person #9 was conducted more than 90 days after the Staff Person's first day in child care. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Staff person 9 now has a Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.”
Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff Person #6 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2023): “Staff Person 6 does now have the mandated reporter training but has also resigned her position with our company.”
Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The emergency contact forms and financial agreements in the files for Child #1, 2 and 3 have not been updated by the parents in the past 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2023): “Child #1 no longer attends the facility. All other files have been updated now.”
Core safety Mar 8, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES. STAFF #1, #4, & #5 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN AN NSOR. STAFF #3 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN FILE, AND STAFF #6 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN A FBI CLEARANCE NOR CLEARANCES FOR CONNECTICUT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2022): “The provider requested the missing clearances.”
Citation Mar 8, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH AND THERE WERE NO HANDWASHING SIGNS STATING THAT STAFF AND CHILDREN ARE TO WASH THEIR HANDS AFTER TOILETING AND BEFORE EATING, IN THE BATHROOM. (implemented on site)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 29, 2022): “The provider copied the signs and hung them.”
Citation Mar 8, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A REVIEW OF THE FACILITY FILE, THERE WERE NO LETTER TO THE LOCAL TRAFFIC SAFETY AUTHORITY
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2022): “The provider was drafted and sent.”
Citation Mar 8, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES. STAFF #1-#7 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN FIRE SAFETY TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Fire safety training was completed on 3.15.22. Documentation will be sent on 5.16.22.”
Citation Mar 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH AND THERE WERE NO PLAN DISPLAYED IDENTIFYING THE MEANS OF TRANSPORTATIONG A CHILD TO EMERGENCY CARE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “The provider corrected the plan and hung the sings.”
Citation Mar 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES, STAFF #7 DID NOT HAVE A FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2022): “The volunteer is no longer coming to the facility”
Citation Mar 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES. STAFF #1, #6, & #7 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN TWO NONFAMILY REFERENCES.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 27, 2022): “The references were requested and will be confirmed and forwarded.”
Citation Mar 8, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES. STAFF # 4 & #5 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND PEDIATRIC CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 27, 2022): “Will schedule first aid & CPR training.”
Citation Mar 8, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES. STAFF # 4 & #5 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN CCDBG HEALTH AND SAFETY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 27, 2022): “All new staff have been instructed to turn in health & safety training.”
Citation Mar 8, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES. STAFF #2 & #6 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN 12 CLOCK HOURS OF TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 27, 2022): “All staff will undergo extra training if necessary and will make sure all trainings were properly documented.”
Citation Sep 28, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the initial inspection the certification representative observed the hand soap in the children's sink area that stated "Keep out of Reach of Children". (Corrected on site)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2021): “The provider placed the soap in the top cabinet, away from the reach of the children.”
Citation Sep 28, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the initial inspection the certification representative observed there were small holes in the gym/indoor play area wall. (corrected on site)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2021): “Provider will do a site review to ensure there aren't any damages or peeled paint. and the holes were plugged back in with the equipment that was there before.”
Citation Sep 28, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the initial inspection the certification representative observed paint peeling in room 4 on the left wall at the entry of the door. There was also small puncture holes in the gym/indoor play area wall. (corrected on site)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2021): “Provider will fix the damage paint and the holes in the wall. The damaged paint was repainted and the holes were plugged back in with the equipment that was there before.”
Citation Sep 28, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During the initial inspection the certification representative check the sinks and bathroom areas and observed there weren't any hand washing signs placed in the required areas. (Corrected on site)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2021): “The provider will hang the signs with the proper wording at all designated spots.”
Citation Sep 28, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(c)
During the initial inspection the certification representative was observing the files and noticed that the provider did not have infant, toddler, and chronic illness included in their emergency plan. The employees also had no record of emergency plan training. (Corrected 9.29.21)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2021): “The provider was able to add a statement for infants, toddlers, and chronic illness to their emergency plan while certificate representative was on site. The employees were trained on the emergency plan on 9.29.2021.”
Citation Sep 28, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During the initial inspection the certification representative asked for the proof of fire service purchase. The provider stated that she did not have proof of the purchase since the system was here when she came.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2021): “The provider will provide the certification representative with a letter stating the system was in the building upon the beginning of her renting the location.”
Citation Sep 28, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + postsecondary/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(4)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During the initial inspection the certification representative checked the employees' records and observed that the assistant group supervisor did not have her degree or the transcripts in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2021): “The provider will obtain a copy of the employee's transcripts to place on file.”

“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

Violation found Aug 15, 2023 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

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
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $89.00 $65.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $75.00 $50.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $69.00 $32.00

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 89 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 29, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Apr 3, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Ko12 Kids Company
Hours Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–6:15 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 545-2930
State certificate # CER-00255014
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Common questions

Has Ko12 Kids Company Kids on 12th had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Sep 23, 2025 (background checks): “During an unannounced monitoring visit conducted on 9/23/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records for Staff 1, Staff 2, Staff 3, and Staff 4. The records for all four staff members did not…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Ko12 Kids Company Kids on 12th?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Ko12 Kids Company Kids on 12th’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Apr 3, 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 Ko12 Kids Company Kids on 12th compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #544 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Ko12 Kids Company Kids on 12th last inspected?

Jan 21, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Ko12 Kids Company Kids on 12th cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $89.00 for older toddler, $75.00 for preschool, $69.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Ko12 Kids Company Kids on 12th?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Ko12 Kids Company.

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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