Lycoming Childcare Facility
Lycoming Childcare Facility is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 32 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 51 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 51). 17 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,029 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Observed 2/25/2026 Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training required Pediatric First Aid-CPR training prior to caring for children unsupervised.
Observed 2/25/2026. Staff #1, and 4 files did not contain completed DHS required FBI and National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file. Staff # 1 and 4 have not completed their FBI and NSOR clearance within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented on file being dated (FBI 9-14-2020 Staff #1) and (NSOR 3-13-2020 Staff #4). The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. Staff #4 file did not contain mandated reporter training in their file.
Observed 2/25/2026 staff #3 was observed leaving children in bouncy and rocker seats prohibiting a child's movement and keeping children in confined space.
Observed 2/25/2026 staff #2 and #4 file did not contain annual training regarding the emergency plan, nor it was documented.
Observed 2/25/2026 first aid kits were missing soap from its kits.
Observed 2/25/2026 in bathroom #1 the wall was dislodged and had sharp edges and wall crumbling at the side entrance of the bathroom not kept in good repair and free from visible hazards.
Observed 2/25/2026 staff # 1 file was missing a health assessment.
Observed 2/25/2026 staff #3 health assessment did not include the signature of the individual's professional title of a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.
Observed 2/25/2026. Staff #1 and 3 file did not contain an approved DHS required Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training.
Observed 2/25/2026 staff #2 file did not contain fire safety training.
Observed 2/25/2026 child #2 agreement form did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Observed 2/25/2026 child # 2 and 3 agreement form did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Observed 2/25/2026 child # 2 agreement form did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed 2/25/2026 child # 1 and 3 file the health insurance policy number was missing from the emergency contact form.
Observed 2/25/2026 child #1 file was missing the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on the emergency contact form.
Observed 2/25/2026 the emergency contact information for the children were not in the childcare space where children receive care.
Observed 2/25/2026 Child # 1 and #4 file was missing a periodic review and update on their emergency contact and agreement forms.
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Continue non-compliance observed on 2/27/2025 staff #1and 2 file did not contain verification of acceptable education or transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity on file
Observed 2/27/2025 in the childcare space near the window there was missing electrical outlet covers in the childcare space where it's accessible to children.
Observed 2/27/2025 in the bathroom there was evidence of mice droppings around the toilet.
Observed 2/27/2025 there was not a plastic lined bag in the trashcan in bathroom #1.
Observed in 2/27/2025 in bathroom #2 the floor tile was broken and dislodged, and siding boarder were dislocating from the wall making the bathroom not free from visible hazards and easily accessible to children.
Observed 2/27/2025 child files #4 did not contain an updated health report on file. Child # 4 last physical was 1/23/20204.
Observed 2/27/2025, Fire drills were not conducted since February 2024 to September 2024, and there was not a written record of the fire drills conducted on file.
Observed 2/27/2025 children #1,2 and 3 did not contain health reports in their files.
Observed 2/27/2025 the emergency plan did not address continuity of operations if an emergency occurs and facility did not have a shaken baby, abusive head trauma or child maltreatment policy written policy on file.
Observed 2/27/2025 Staff person # file 1 did not include the Health and Safety training by CCDBG.
Observed 2/27/2025 staff # 1 file did not contain staff evaluations from the director.
Observed 2/27/2025 staff #1and 2 file did not contain verification of acceptable education or transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity on file during the inspection.
Observed 2/24/2024 The file for staff # 1 not contain a completed DHS required State Police and NSOR clearance. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. Staff #2 file did not contain a complete DHS required State police clearance.
Observed 2/20/2024 there was Airwick disinfectant spray in the bathroom not locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed 2/20/2024 the bathroom light was inoperable when entering and exiting the bathroom.
Observed 2/20/2024 there was a portable space heater that was located in childcare facility to prevent cold temperatures.
Observed 2/20/2024 Child #1 and 4 were missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file dated 2/24/2022 (child #1), and 2/25/2022 (child#4).
Observed 2/20/2024 Child #2 health assessment was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature did not include the individual's professional title
Observed 2/20/2024 staff #3 health assessment result did not contain screening for communicable diseases.
Observed 2/20/2024 facility did not have menus posted for the current month or at least 1 week prior to. Menus were posted for January 2024.
Observed 2/20/2024 the emergency plan did not include a procedure that provides accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Observed 2/20/2024 the emergency plan was not sent to the county's emergency management agency.
Observed 2/20/2024 staff #1, 2 and 3 received pediatric first aid/CPR training however it was not an approved curriculum course, and the trainer is not PQAS certified.
Observed 2/20/2024 child #3 file did not contain their health insurance coverage information and policy number for their emergency contact form.
Observed 2/20/2024 child file # 2 emergency contact form was missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to.
Observed 2/20/2024 emergency contact information was not located in the childcare space where children receive care.
Observed 2/21/2023 in basement childcare space the tile in the ceiling was damaged, also observed the light fixture was not operable.
Observed 2/21/2023 Staff # 3 file did not contain a physical examination on health assessment.
Observed 2/21/2023 emergency plan did not include lock-down procedure or a procedure that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Observed 2/21/2023 children # 1 and 2 files did not contain a health assessment.
Observed 2/21/2023 Staff # 1 and 3 did not contain written evaluations for a minimum of one every 12 months.
Observed 2/21/2023 child #3 was missing the date on which the fee is to be paid on their agreement form.
Observed 2/21/2023 child #3 file health insurance coverage and policy number were missing from emergency contact from.
Observed 2/21/2023 Staff #1 was missing 3 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training. Staff #2 and 3 was missing 2 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training.
“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.) | $67.00 | $55.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.00 | $52.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $59.00 | $49.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.00 | $46.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.00 | $39.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.00 | $39.00 |
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 Lycoming Childcare Facility 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 Feb 25, 2026 (supervision): “Observed 2/25/2026 Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training required Pediatric First Aid-CPR training prior to caring for…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Lycoming Childcare Facility?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Lycoming Childcare Facility since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Lycoming Childcare Facility’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Nov 30, 2025. 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 Lycoming Childcare Facility compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,029 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Lycoming Childcare Facility last inspected?
Feb 25, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Lycoming Childcare Facility cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.00 for infant, $63.00 for young toddler, $59.00 for older toddler, $56.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Lycoming Childcare Facility?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Lycoming Childcare Facility 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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