Little Stars Daycare Center INC
Little Stars Daycare Center INC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 113 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 49 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (18 of 49). 23 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,119 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 92% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of inspection, the files for staff persons #2, 3 and 7 did not have the required out of state clearances. The file for Staff person #5 did not include a completed PA State Criminal Clearance result. Clearance on file indicated "request still pending". The file for Staff person #2 did not include the required PA State Criminal Clearance. The file for Staff persons #2 and 8 did not have the required Child Abuse Clearances. Staff persons #2, 3, 5, 7, and 8 cannot work in a childcare position at the facility until all required clearances are obtained.
At the time of inspection, an outlet without protective cover was observed in the preschool classroom bathroom.
At the time of inspection, the toddler and preschool classrooms were missing scissors in the first aid kit.
At the time of the inspection, it was observed that embedded equipment in the school age children's playground did not have the recommended amount of loose-fill per the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safey Commission.
At the time of the inspection, it was observed that there were no labels on any of the rest equipment in the Infant Room. Also, there were 8 mats that were in need of repair/replacement in the older toddler room.
At the time of the inspection, sleep mats in the Younger and Older Toddler classrooms were observed to have less than 2 feet of space on three sides.
At the time of inspection, the thermometer in the refrigerator was observed at a temperature of 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
At the time of the inspection, two separate medications for Child #5 had expired in May 2026 and April 2026.
At the time of inspection, Staff person #9 was observed completing a diaper change and did not wash her hands and did not wash Child #6's hands immediately following diaper change.
At the time of inspection, the First Aid Kits in the vehicle used to transport children was missing scissors.
At the time of inspection, policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment was not present. Noncompliance must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
At the time of inspection, files for Staff Persons #1 and 7 did not show evidence of professional development training for pediatric first aid and CPR.
At the time of inspection, the file for Staff Persons #4 did not include documentation for annual fire safety training.
At the time of inspection, files for Staff Person #4 did not include a written evaluation from the director.
At the time of inspection, files for staff persons #2,3, 5, and 7 had a diploma on file that has not been evaluated or translated to qualify them for their position.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1, 6, and 8 do not have two years of verification of experience on file at facility. Staff person #1 is in need of one year verified experience. Staff persons #6 and 8 are in need of two years of verified experience. Staff persons #2, 3, 5 and 7 have foreign diplomas on file which require translation to English.
At the time of inspection, a written plan of the Daily Activities and Routines was not established and posted in the Infant Room.
At the time of inspection, emergency contact information in files for Children #1, 2, 4, 6, and 7 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the inspection, files for Child # 3 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid.
At the time of inspection, files for Child #3 did not include signed parental consent for transportation.
At the time of inspection, the files for Staff persons #1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 do not include two written nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
At the time of inspection, the files for Staff Persons #2 and #7 did not include professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
At the time of inspection, files for Staff Person #2 did not show evidence of professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
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At the time of inspection, the first aid kit in the infant room did contain soap as required.
At the time of inspection, bottles of infant milk were observed sitting in children's cubbies in the infant room.
At the time of inspection, there was no written verification that the facility's Safe Routes were forwarded to the local traffic safety authorities advising of the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
At the time of inspection, child #1 Financial Agreement was not signed by the operator.
At the time of inspection, child #6 childcare fee was not reflected on the child's Financial Agreement Form. In addition, children #3, 4, 5 and 6 did not have the required 6-month Child Service Report on file.
At the time of inspection, child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not contain written parental consent for emergency medical care.
At the time of inspection, child #6 Emergency Contact Form did not list the child's insurance policy information.
At the time of inspection, children #2, 3, and 4 Emergency Contact Forms did not list the addresses and telephone numbers of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of inspection, child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not contain written parental consent for the administration of medication or minor first-aid procedures.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and 2 files obtained foreign diploma's that were not translated into the English language.
At the time of the initial inspection, the emergency phone numbers were not posted. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
At the time of the initial inspection, the first aid kits did not have the nonporous gloves. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
At the time of the initial inspection, the hand washing signs were not posted by the sinks in the facility. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
At the time of the initial inspection, the facility did not have toys for dramatic role playing, cognitive, visual, auditory, large muscle, and manipulate and art materials for tactile developments. Non-compliance must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
At the time of the initial inspection, the evacuation route was not posted. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
At the time of the initial inspection, the emergency transportation plan was not posted. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
At the time of the initial inspection, the child care regulations were not posted. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
During the renewal inspection on 08.22.24, the record reviewed for Staff Person #1 and #2 did not include two written non-family references attesting to Staff Person #1 and #2 suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the initial inspection conducted on 2/22/24 staff person#3 file did not include disclosure statement.
During the initial inspection conducted on 2/22/24 staff person # 1 through 3 files did not include verification of emergency plan training.
During the initial inspection conducted on 2/22/24 cleaning solution bottles were not labeled.
During the initial inspection conducted on 2/22/24 it was observed the 2 sinks outside the children's bathroom, and the sink inside the preschool classroom water measured at 120° F.
During the initial inspection conducted on 2/22/24 the main exit glass door was observed with no visual identification display.
While conducting the initial inspection conducted on 2/22/24 the refrigerator located in classroom#1 did not have an operating thermometer.
During the initial inspection conducted on 2/22/24 staff person#3 file did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the initial inspection conducted on 2/22/24 staff person#2 file did not include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, or TB testing.
“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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $70.00 | $56.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $65.00 | $53.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $61.00 | $51.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $57.00 | $49.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $48.00 | $34.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $48.00 | $34.00 |
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 Stars Daycare Center INC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Jun 8, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of inspection, the files for staff persons #2, 3 and 7 did not have the required out of state clearances. The file for Staff person #5 did not include a completed PA State Criminal Clearance result.…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Little Stars Daycare Center INC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Little Stars Daycare Center INC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Little Stars Daycare Center INC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Jan 6, 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 Stars Daycare Center INC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,119 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 92% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Little Stars Daycare Center INC last inspected?
Jun 8, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Little Stars Daycare Center INC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for infant, $65.00 for young toddler, $61.00 for older toddler, $57.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Little Stars Daycare Center INC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Stars Daycare Center INC.
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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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