Little Dinos LLC
Little Dinos LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 74 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 35 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (11 of 35). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #814 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Based on investigation and staff interviews, it was determined that parents are not permitted in child care spaces where the children receive care. Parents pick up and drop off in the lobby only.
At the time of inspection it was noted that facility staff #1 lived in another state within the past 5 years and did not have the required out-of-state clearances on file at the facility.
At the time of inspection, the facility emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.
At the time of inspection, Certification Representative observed the sink in the first bathroom was not draining. Certification Representative observed that the diaper changing table pad in the second bathroom was ripped and temporarily repaired with tape.
At the time of inspection, the facility emergency plan did not include a specific lockdown procedure.
The agreements for facility children #1 and #2 did not specify all persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
On 8/14/2023, it was noted that facility staff #1 had a State Police clearance that was still pending 4 months after hire date. This was corrected same day.
During the inspection on 8/22/2023, Certification Representative observed a lounge area, kitchen area and the office area that were unattended and unlocked and had cleaning supplies. Each area contained cleaning products that were not made inaccessible including hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes and Mr. Clean all purpose cleaner.
During the inspection on 8/22/2023, Certification Representative observed 3 children in cribs that did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides of the rest equipment. * During the follow-up inspection on 8/29/2023, Certification Representative observed several children sleeping on rest equipment that did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides.
During unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 3/31/2023 observed staff person #3's file did not include verification of mandated reporter training. Observed staff person #4's child abuse clearance was for volunteer purposes. Corrected on site 3/31/2023. Observed staff person #4's criminal history clearance was for the purpose of social services.
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During unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 3/31/2023 observed staff person #3 and #4's files did not include verification of emergency plan training at time of initial employment.
During unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 3/31/2023 observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of Health and Safety training completion.
During unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 3/31/2023 observed staff person #2's file did not include a written report of initial health assessment, including the results of initial tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 3/31/2023 observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 3/31/2023 observed staff person #1's file only included the online portion of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR). Corrected on site.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed the emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed disinfectant on top of the sink and diaper rash creams under the changing table in the Long Necks room bathroom. Corrected on site.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed rugs that did not appear clean in the Stegosaurus room and Long Necks room. Corrected on site. Observed the carpet in the T-Rex room was damaged. Corrected on site.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed peeled paint in the Stegosaurus room, T-Rex room, T-Rex room bathroom, Three Horns room and Little Flyers room.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed a pack and play in the Little Chompers room that did not appear to be clean. Corrected on site.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed child #1's health report did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed staff person #3's adult health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination as well as information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed child #2's file did not include an initial health report within the 60 day time frame following the first day of attendance at the facility.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed staff person #3's education verification from another country was not evaluated for the U.S equivalency.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed staff person #4's education verification from another country was not evaluated for the U.S equivalency.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed staff person #2's education verification from another country was not evaluated for the U.S equivalency.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed child #4's fee agreement did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed child #1's agreement did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed child #1 and #4's emergency contact information did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed child #4's emergency contact information did not include the work address and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed child #4's emergency contact information did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under as family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed child #3, #4 and #5's emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed child #5's record did not contain signed parental consent form emergency medical care for the child and swimming.
During the initial inspection conducted on 10/14/2022 observed staff person #1, #3 and #4's files did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
“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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $65.00 | $55.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $65.00 | $55.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.00 | $53.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $61.00 | $51.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $60.00 | $49.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $60.00 | $40.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $60.00 | $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
Common questions
Has Little Dinos LLC 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 Aug 5, 2025 (background checks): “At the time of inspection it was noted that facility staff #1 lived in another state within the past 5 years and did not have the required out-of-state clearances on file at the facility.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Little Dinos LLC?
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 Little Dinos LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Mar 13, 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 Little Dinos LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #814 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Little Dinos LLC last inspected?
Aug 3, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Little Dinos LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $65.00 for newborn, $65.00 for infant, $63.00 for young toddler, $61.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Little Dinos LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Dinos LLC.
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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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