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Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC

8207 Stenton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19150 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 1

Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 74 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 15 times. The state cited 45 violations, 12 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 45). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #455 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 63% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #455 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
12 Core-safety citations
33 Other citations
15 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
45 citations from 15 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 30, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 30, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Dec 18, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Jun 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 31, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 29, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 21, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Jun 23, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 25, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Apr 19, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Mar 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 16, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 15, 2022 · Inspection · citation found May 5, 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 15
Building & playground safety 8
Training & qualifications 4
Staff ratios 4
Supervision 4
Health & medication 2
Transportation 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Background checks 2
Child protection 2

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking the proof of the completion of the annual firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2025): “Provider did update the record of staff person #1 with proof of the completion of the annual firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 (having been in care for over 6 months time) was lacking the required review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2025): “provider had parent review and update of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 (having served the facility multiple years) was lacking the required 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2025): “provider updated the record of staff person #1 with proof of the 12 clock hours of childcare training for this year.”
Core safety Apr 24, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Two facility persons present in facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(a)
During the 'phone' conversation with Certification representative the legal entity was asked if there were children in care, they stated 'yes', and also stated that the staff did not feel comfortable having anyone in the facility when they were 'alone with them'.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Two staff persons will be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person.”
Citation Apr 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
On April 25th 2025, at 3:45 PM Certification Representative did attempt to conduct the renewal inspection at the facility. There was no answer after having knocked and rang the bell. After about 15 Minuets the legal Entity did speak to Certification representative remotely through a device on the door stating that they were not onsite and that staff there was not comfortable letting anyone in when they are with the kids, they further stated that even if Certification representative did gain access the staff would not be able to provide access to the files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “A staff person will provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 7/17/24, at time of renewal, overgrown grass and weeds were observed on the facility's outdoor play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2024): “Weeds and overgrown grass were cleaned up and removed from the play space.”
Core safety Jan 31, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On 1/31/24, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children in the back childcare space unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health & Safety Training & Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2024): “Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person…”
Citation Jan 31, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
On 1/31/24, at time of inspection, emergency contact information was not present in the outdoor play space where 4 children were receiving care. The emergency contact information was in the childcare space inside the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2024): “Teacher present on the outdoor playspace with 4 children had the emergency contact information on phone. Staff will now have them on phone and place paper copies outside in the outdoor playspace of the center and at all times outdoors.”
Citation Jan 31, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
On 1/31/24, at time of inspection, Child #1 and Child #2 emergency contact information and financial agreements were not updated once in a 6-month period. (Child #1 were dated 6/10/23, Child #2 were dated 6/10/23)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2024): “Director will have parent update Child #1 and #2 emergency contact information and financial agreement.”
Citation Aug 29, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions/Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)/3270.178
On 10/3/23, at time of inspection, the first aid kit located in the vehicle used to transport school age children did not contain scissors, gauze, tape, tweezers, soap and a bottle of water.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2023): “A first aid kit was updated and now includes all items according to regulations in the staff persons personal vehicle.”
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Citation Aug 29, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)
On 10/3/23, at time of inspection, Child #1 and Child #3 have been enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days. Child #1 and Child #3 immunization record did not contain evidence of obtaining the annual influenza vaccine as recommended by the ACIP. (An exemption letter was not observed in Child #1 and #3 file)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2023): “Parent #1 included personal statement declining the Flu Shot. Child #3 provided documentation on file. Parent #2 scheduled flu shot appointment and documentation is on file of the flu shot.”
Citation Aug 29, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Insured 55 Pa. Code §3270.176(a)
On 10/3/23, proof of insurance was not provided for the vehicle used to transport school age children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2023): “Vehicle does not belong to the facility. Proof of insurance was later provided, and it was current.”
Citation Aug 29, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
On 10/3/23, an emergency drill was not conducted at least once annually. This is evidenced by the Emergency Drill log dated on 8/1/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 18, 2023): “Emergency Drill Form document has been updated to reflect the date of the Annual Drill which took place in August 2023.”
Citation Aug 29, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
On 10/3/23, at time of inspection, although fire drills were logged monthly, the log did not include evidence of 30-day testing of the facility's smoke detectors as required by Fire & Panic Act. The last date of smoke detector testing logged was 6/2/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 18, 2023): “Fire Drills which were documented require sounding the alarm which is done and noted every 30 days at the center. On the form at the very bottom, it asks to document the same information a 2nd time. The 2nd time information has been updated specifically for sounding the alarm not just the drill…”
Citation Aug 29, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
On 10/3/23, Staff #1 file did not contain the one-hour Health & Safety Update required by OCDEL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2023): “Staff #1 completed the one-hour Health & Safety Update on 10/4/23.”
Citation Aug 29, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On 10/3/23, at time of inspection, Child #2 file did not contain the address(es) of release persons designated by the parent to whom child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 18, 2023): “The file contained the address of the same individuals noted to call for an emergency. The parent added the addresses of the same individuals in the "may be released" section of the form.”
Core safety Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 6/23/23, at time of unannounced inspection, Facility person #1 file did not contain proof of FBI and NSOR requests and a signed Disclosure Statement required by CPS Law.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “Facility person #1 no longer volunteers at the facility until all known documentation that was unknown for minor volunteers (16yrs old) are on file for summer camp teen workers.”
Core safety Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.113(a)(2)
On 6/23/23, at approx. 2:31pm, Staff #4 was observed out of ratio with 19 school age children in the main front childcare space until 2:45pm when Staff #5 arrived at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “Additional staff has been hired to maintain ratios at all times. Staff #4 and #5 are in ratio at all times.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On 6/23/23, at time of unannounced inspection, Facility Person #1 file did not contain documentation of required training in the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “Facility Person #1 signed Emergency Plan training on 6/20/23 document was in filing cabinet at time of unannounced inspection. All doc are in file while youth volunteer (16yrs) waits for NSOR which dept is back up and behind in processing. Not at facility.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 6/23/23, at time of unannounced inspection, air freshener and hand sanitizer instructing to "keep out of reach of children" were observed accessible to children on a cart located outside the bathroom in the back childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “All cleaning material and toxic material have been moved to an inaccessible location to children.”
Citation Jun 23, 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)
On 6/23/23, at time of unannounced inspection, Facility person #1 file did not contain an initial health assessment, including results of tuberculosis testing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Facilities person #1 submitted initial health assessment including tuberculosis testing to DHS via email.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
On 6/23/23, at time of unannounced inspection, an individual child record was not on file for Individual #1 and Individual #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “A child file was established for Individual #1 and #2.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On 6/23/23, at time of unannounced inspection, Facility person #1 file did not contain two written, nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Facility person #1 had two written letters of reference in the filing cabinet separate from the file when inspected docs in file. Facility person #1 is no longer at the facility awaiting docs that were not known needed for youth (16yrs) volunteers.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(a)
On 6/23/23, at time of unannounced inspection, individuals #1 and #2 were identified as volunteers. Individuals #1 and #2 are under 16 years of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “Individual #1 and #2 will be enrolled as campers until the age of 16 and supervised at all times. They will continue to be "counselors in training" but will be included in the ratio and will be supervised at all times.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 3/28/23, at time of inspection, disinfecting wipes and hand sanitizer instructing to "keep out of reach of children" were observed accessible to children on a cart located in the back art room. Hand sanitizer was also located accessible to children in the front entrance of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2023): “Removed all mentioned products and moved them out of reach of children during the inspection.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
On 3/28/23, at time of inspection, the facility's negative sanction letter issued on 1/20/23 was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2023): “Negative Sanction Letter is not posted along with inspection summary.”
Core safety Feb 16, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Two facility persons present in facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(a)
On 2/16/23, during the period of time between 2:30pm and 3:55pm, Staff #1 was observed alone at the facility with 6 Preschool children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2023): “Two people were present until the last hour of preschool at which staff #2 left for a break and returned for Preschool closing. Two people shall be present when two or more children are in care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Feb 16, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
On 2/16/23, at approximately 3:30pm, 6 Preschool children were observed unsupervised while Staff #1 used the bathroom located in the classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2023): “A second staff person will be in the facility when 2 or more children are in care so children can be supervised at all times. The bathroom is located inside of the classroom the children were within the same space as Staff #1.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
On 2/16/23, child sized exercise bicycles were observed blocking the side exit door used as an alternate egress.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2023): “The child sized exercise bikes have been removed and placed in another location.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 16, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Driver not counted in ratio - I, T, PS 55 Pa. Code §3270.173(b)
On 2/16/23, at approximately 3:55pm, Staff #2 was observed out of ratio while transporting 6 Preschool children in the facility's van.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “Preschool children are no longer transported. The facility does not own a van. Staff will no longer transport Preschoolers. Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC does not own any vehicle for transportation.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
On 2/16/23, the smoke detector located in the front childcare space was periodically beeping, indicating a low battery.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2023): “The beeping was coming from the additional separate Carbon Monoxide Unit. All batteries replaced. The smoke detectors are hard wired interconnected units that were inspected by the City of Phia Fire Inspector. The smoke detectors are hard wired and do not have a battery. Cert rep is fully aware of…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
On 2/16/23, the facility's negative sanction letter was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2023): “All required information is posted for staff and parents including the current Certificate of Compliance. Current Inspection Summary shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, including negative sanctions.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 15, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Convicted or awaiting trial 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(c)
On 12/20/22, during unannounced inspection, a copy of the "Daycare Provider Verification Form" completed and signed by the Legal Entity on 9/1/22, informing the elementary school of the names of staff members assigned to student drop-off/pick up at Child #1 elementary school was observed. Facility person #1 was listed as an assigned staff member to transport Child #1 to and from school. The Legal Entity is aware that a facility person has been indicated for child abuse and is not permitted to have contact with facility children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “#1 was not listed, an individual with the same last name was listed. The Individual with the same name had a full file in full compliance which was inspected 3yrs. as being in full compliance. Liles of the Valley Director will not allow a known convicted nor charged in Child Abuse, neglect…”
Core safety Dec 15, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 12/20/22, during unannounced inspection, four school age children present at the facility at the time of the inspection stated that they are transported to and from school by either facility person #1 or facility person #2. Individual records for Facility person #1 and facility person #2 are not on file at the facility. No evidence that facility person #1 or facility person #2 are employed by an independent transportation company was observed on file at the facility. No evidence of a parent agreement specifying a contract with an independent transportation company was on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “The 4 children were referring to an individual with the same name that was employed at the time not #1 who is not employed by Lilies of the Valley never has been and never will be employed or have a file. Not for #1 nor #2. Agreement of independent transport company will be in children's file at…”
Core safety Dec 15, 2022 Inspection Child protection
Fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance 55 Pa. Code §20.71(a)(7)
During an unannounced investigation on 12/15/22 (via telephone) and 12/20/22 (via onsite) the Legal Entity stated they had no knowledge that Facility Person #1 was transporting students at the facility to and from school. On 12/20/22, documentation was observed in the file for Child #1 listing Facility Person #1 as a staff member assigned to transport Child #1 to and from school. The Legal Entity signed this document on 9/21/22 and acknowledged their own signature on the referenced form during the investigation. Additionally, a copy of Facility Person #1 driver's license was observed in a "transportation" file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “File will be maintained at all times for anyone employed by Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy, LLC. Independent Transport outside of Lilies will provide a copy of the Independent Contract for any enrolled child at Lilies. No knowledge was provided for any drivers for the Independent Transport…”
Core safety Dec 15, 2022 Inspection Child protection
Perpetrator in an indicated or founded report of child abuse 55 Pa. Code §20.71(b)(5)
The Legal entity has knowledge that a facility person has been named as a perpetrator in an indicated or founded report of child abuse in accordance with the Child Protective Service Law.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “No attempt to fraud nor deceit took place on 12/15/22. The Independent transportation maintained their own agreements and contracts with parents. Staff #2 nor #1 noted in this summary. Neither were nor ever will be employed by Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy, LLC. Staff #2 will no longer…”
Citation Dec 15, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
On 12/20/22, during unannounced inspection, an individual record was not on file for facility person #1 and facility person #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “#1 and #2 are not facility persons and never will be with Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy, LLC. Each person employed by the facility will have an individual compliant file.”
Core safety May 5, 2022 Inspection Staff ratios
Two facility persons present in facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(a)
On 5/5/22, during renewal inspection, Individual #2 left the facility, leaving Staff #1 alone in the facility with 8 PS children for approximately 5 minutes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2022): “There will be minimum 2 people at the facility at all times when there are more than 1 child in care. One of the people must be a staff person.”
Core safety May 5, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
On 5/5/22, at approximately 12:20pm, cert rep arrived at the facility and observed 8 PS children unsupervised by a staff person. Individual #1 was observed with the 8 PS children, while Staff #1 was on the second floor office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2022): “Individual #1 cannot supervise napping children for 5 minutes while Staff #1 uses bathroom.”
Citation May 5, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
On 5/5/22, a 30 day fire detection test log required by Fire and Panic Act was not observed at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2022): “Detectors were tested during the inspection on 5/5/22. The test will be logged and kept on file.”
Citation May 5, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
On 5/5/22, an updated Mandated Reporter Training was not observed in the file belonging to Staff #1 and Staff #2. The Mandated Reporter training on file for Staff #1 was dated 7/27/15. The Mandated Reporter Training on file for Staff #2 was dated 9/16/16.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Both Staff #1 and #2 will take the Mandated Reporter Training to renew their current certification online. Mandated Reporter Training has been taken on 5/12 for both Staff #1 and #2. Certificates are in file and submitted to Inspector”
Citation May 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space/Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)/3270.124(f)
On 5/5/22, emergency contact information was not present in the child care space where children were receiving care. Additionally, the emergency contact information for Child #2 was not updated at least once in a six moth period (last update was 4/9/21).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2022): “All enrolled student emergency contact information was copied and placed in the child care space during the inspection. Director will have parents update the emergency contact info belonging to Child #2”
Citation May 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
On 5/5/22, signed parental consent to obtain emergency medical care and the administration of minor first aid was not observed in the file belonging to Child #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2022): “Director will obtain signed parental consent to obtain emergency medical care and the administration of minor first aid was not observed in the file belonging to Child #3.”
Citation May 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
On 5/5/22, an individual record was not on file for Individual #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2022): “Individual #1 will do all employment duties after closing hours only and will not be in contact with staff and children. No record required for after hours cleaning.”
Citation May 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
On 5/5/22, verification of education was not observed in the file belonging to Staff #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Although staff #3 had transcripts on file the information was missing. Staff #3 contacted high school and they are faxing her a copy of the completed documents. The school faxed the document for Staff #3 it ahs been submitted to inspector.”

“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.

Enforcement actions

Revocation or Refusal to Renew Jan 19, 2023
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate

Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $76.80 $65.80
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $67.40 $56.20
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $50.00 $42.80
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $50.00 $42.80

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
Certificate valid through Jul 19, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jul 30, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator Lilies Of The Valley Christian Academy LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 774-1200
State certificate # CER-00255442
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Common questions

Has Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 12 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 Apr 24, 2025 (staff ratios): “During the 'phone' conversation with Certification representative the legal entity was asked if there were children in care, they stated 'yes', and also stated that the staff did not feel comfortable having anyone in…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jul 30, 2024. 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 Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #455 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC last inspected?

Apr 30, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $76.80 for older toddler, $67.40 for preschool, $50.00 for young school-age, $50.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Lilies of the Valley Christian Academy LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Lilies Of The Valley Christian Academy LLC.

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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