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Little Magic Moments Academy LLC

6531 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19119 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 2

Little Magic Moments Academy LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 65 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 12 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (4 of 12). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #301 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 75% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Fewer citations than most
Tied for #301 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1 Core-safety citations
11 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
12 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 3 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 9, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 11, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 27, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Mar 2, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 4
Health & medication 3
Records & paperwork 1
Food & feeding 1
Emergency preparedness 1
Sleep safety 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Dec 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At time of renewal inspection on 12/9/25, the wall vent in the indoor play space was visibly dirty and in need of being cleaned.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2025): “The director started cleaning the vent during the renewal inspection and will complete the vent cleaning so there is no more visible dust or dirt.”
Citation Dec 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
At time of renewal inspection on 12/9/25, the health report for child #1 was dated 1/21/25 and was more than 6 months old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2026): “The parent will be notified that an updated health report must be provided for the child.”
Citation Dec 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At time of renewal inspection, the emergency information for child #1 did not include the address for one of the release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2025): “The parent will be contacted to fill in the missing address on the emergency form. The classroom copy and any other copies will be updated as well.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
At time of unannounced inspection on 4/1/25, it was observed that there were no written infant formula and feeding schedules obtained from the parents on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2025): “The director and the infant teacher will speak with the parents, give them a template, and have them complete the formula and feeding schedule. This will be kept on file in the infant room for staff to reference.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At time of renewal inspection on 12/11/24, the outlet strip in the3 pre-School room did not have protective covers in the outlets that were not in use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “The outlet strip was removed by the staff person and put in an area that was not accessible to children.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
At time of renewal inspection on 12/11/24, the hot water temperature in the downstairs bathroom measured at 124 degrees Fahrenheit when measured with a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “The hot water thermostat will be turned down to lower the temperature of the water, so it is not above 110 degrees Fahrenheit.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At time of renewal inspection on 12/11/24, peeling orange paint was observed on the wall in the indoor play space
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “The orange paint will be touched up so it is not peeling or chipping.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
At time of renewal inspection on 12/11/24, cough medicine with an expiration date of 10/2024 was observed in the Pre-School room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “The medication was removed from the classroom.”
Citation Dec 19, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During paperwork review at renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan had not been updated to meet Federal requirements under 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii), which includes having a plan for Continuity of.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2023): “The facility's emergency plan will be updated to include a plan for Continuity of Operations”
Citation Dec 19, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(3)
During file review at renewal inspection, the immunization report for child #1, #2, and #3 did not show a current influenza vaccine, and the file did not contain an exemption note from the parent or physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “The director will contact the parents of child #1, #2, and #3 and let them know that an updated vaccination record needs to be provided, or an exemption note needs to be on file. The above children will not return to care until an updated vaccination record, or an exemption note is on file at the…”
Core safety Dec 27, 2022 Inspection Sleep safety
Clean, age appropriate/Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)/3270.119
At the time of inspection on 1/10/2023, Certification Representative observed an infant sleeping in an electric swing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2023): “The operator will remind all staff of the requirements for proper rest equipment and sleep positions.”
Citation Dec 27, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Facility staff #1 did not have a current Pediatric first-aid and cpr certification. The certification on file was expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 25, 2023): “Facility staff #1 will take pediatric first-aid and cpr.”

“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $68.00 $56.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $64.00 $53.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $60.00 $50.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $57.00 $48.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $46.00 $46.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $46.00 $46.00

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 65 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Feb 15, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Feb 10, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Willis Enterprises LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM; Saturday 7:00 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 842-1101
State certificate # CER-00249840
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Common questions

Has Little Magic Moments Academy LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Dec 27, 2022 (sleep safety): “At the time of inspection on 1/10/2023, Certification Representative observed an infant sleeping in an electric swing.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Little Magic Moments Academy LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Little Magic Moments 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 Little Magic Moments Academy LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Feb 10, 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 Magic Moments Academy LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #301 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Little Magic Moments Academy LLC last inspected?

Dec 9, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Little Magic Moments Academy LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $68.00 for infant, $64.00 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler, $57.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Little Magic Moments Academy LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Willis Enterprises 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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