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Kwawaku Day Care Center

137 Long Ln # 141, Upper Darby, PA 19082 · Delaware County
1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 1

Kwawaku Day Care Center is a certified child care center in Upper Darby, PA, with capacity for 74 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 33 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (10 of 33). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #27 of 31 centers in Upper Darby and has more citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 73% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #27 of 31 centers in Upper Darby
4 Core-safety citations
29 Other citations
5 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
33 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 1, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 24, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 2, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Oct 12, 2022 · Inspection · no citation Dec 9, 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

Building & playground safety 10
Emergency preparedness 7
Records & paperwork 7
Training & qualifications 3
Background checks 2
Staff ratios 1
Supervision 1
Health & medication 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain an FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The only acceptable plan is for staff person #1 to be removed from a childcare position.”
Core safety Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the butterfly room was observed out of ratio. Staff person #1 was left alone with (11) children; youngest child was 3yo.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “Teacher was immediately sent back to classroom”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the file reviewed for staff person #2 did not contain emergency plan training,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Staff have been provided emergency plan training”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 uncovered electrical outlets were observed in downstairs young toddler room and 2nd floor older toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “New outlet covers installed”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 cleaning materials were observed sitting on the sink in the young toddle bathroom accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Cleaning supplies were immediately removed”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the first aid kit located in the young toddler classroom did not contain scissor and tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Items were replaced”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the ceiling in the back school age classroom was observed in need of repair due to a previous leak.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Contractor replaced tile”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 there was peeling paint observed on the 3rd floor PreK classroom wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Contractor repainted peeling paint”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the fire detection system was not interconnected. Annual fire detection report from a fire professional was not provided.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “Fire marshal visited facility to obtain updated report”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the file reviewed for staff person #4 and staff person #6 did not have current pediatric first aid/cpr training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Staff persons have completed first aid/cpr training”
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Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the file reviewed for staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #5, and staff person #6 did not contain an annual written evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Staff evaluations have been completed”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection on 09/24/24 the file reviewed for staff #1 did not include annual emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2024): “Document completion of emergency plan training.”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection on 09/24/24 there were missing electrical outlets covers observed in the downstairs classroom, 1st floor classroom, 2nd floor classroom and infant classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2024): “Outlets were covered.”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 09/24/24 the first aid kit observed in 1st floor classroom was missing tweezers and gloves. The first aid kit observed in the school age classroom was missing tape and soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2024): “New first aid kit was purchased.”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 09/24/24 provider did not have a policy to address shaken baby syndrome.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2024): “Print out a copy of policy and place it with emergency preparedness documents”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection on 09/24/24 the emergency contact form observed for child #3 did not specify PCP's address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2024): “Parent updated emergency contact form.”
Citation Sep 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection on 09/24/24 the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not specify release person's address. The emergency contact form for child #4 did not specify a release person name, address or telephone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2024): “Parents updated information on emergency contact form.”
Core safety Apr 2, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the complaint investigation on 04/02/24 it was confirmed staff #1 failed to supervise child during outside transition resulting in child running off into the street.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “Staff completed supervision training.”
Core safety Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the file reviewed for facility person #1 (hire date see code sheet) did not contain disclosure statement. The file reviewed for facility person #2 (hire date see code sheet) did not contain disclosure statement or NSOR certificate. The file reviewed for facility person #3 (hire date see code sheet) did not contain disclosure statement or NSOR certificate. The file reviewed for facility person #4 (hire date see code sheet) did not contain PA criminal clearance, DHS FBI clearance, disclosure statement, or NSOR certificate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “Facility person #1, #2, #3 and #4 must be removed from a childcare position by the close of business.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #5 and staff person #6 did not contain annual emergency plan training. The file reviewed for staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4 did not contain emergency plan training at time of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2023): “We've updated necessary information regarding emergency plan training in staff files.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the first aid kit located in the caterpillar classroom, butterflies' classroom, infant classroom, PreK classroom and kindergarten classroom was missing soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2023): “Soap was purchased for all first aid kits.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 there was chipping paint observed in the kindergarten classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “We had contractor come and repaint.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain initial health assessment. The file reviewed for staff person #6 contained an expired health assessment. Health assessment reviewed dated 07/09/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “Employee received updated physical.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.178
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 there was no first aid kit observed in the facility's transportation vehicles.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “Additional first aid kits were purchased.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the annual emergency drill log was not available for review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2023): “We printed out and compiled all emergency drills.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 fire drill log was not available for review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2023): “We printed all fire drill log.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the current liability insurance policy for the facility was not available for review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2023): “We removed outdated policy and replaced with updated version.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #5 did not contain annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2023): “We will update file with all training certificates.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #3 did not include contact telephone number(s) for parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “We had the parents update forms.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 and child #3 did not contain child's health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “We had parents update form.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection on 10/19/23 the file reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #4 and child #5 was not reviewed and/or updated within 6-month time period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “We had parent update form.”
Citation Dec 9, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Amend the facility emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “We will amend the facility emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. We will submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.”
Citation Dec 9, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for shelter of children during an emergency including lock down procedures. Amend the facility emergency plan to include lock down procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “We will amend the facility emergency plan to include lock down procedures. We will submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.”

“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 Apr 2, 2024 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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $80.00 $60.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $72.00 $56.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $61.80 $50.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $57.00 $46.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $52.00 $40.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $52.00 $40.00

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 74 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Dec 20, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jul 31, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator Upendo INC
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 290-9840
State certificate # CER-00247760
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Common questions

Has Kwawaku Day Care 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 Oct 1, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection on 10/1/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain an FBI clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Kwawaku Day Care Center?

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 Kwawaku Day Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jul 31, 2019. 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 Kwawaku Day Care Center compare with other daycares in Upper Darby?

It is tied for #27 of 31 centers in Upper Darby by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Kwawaku Day Care Center last inspected?

Oct 1, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Kwawaku Day Care Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $80.00 for infant, $72.00 for young toddler, $61.80 for older toddler, $57.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Kwawaku Day Care Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Upendo INC.

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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