Madrasatun Noor Childcare and Learning Institute
Madrasatun Noor Childcare and Learning Institute is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 23 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 64 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 16 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 #966 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the unannounced inspection conducted 12/26/25, the health assessment reviewed for child #1 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. (Continued noncompliance from the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25).
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the file reviewed for facility person #2 (see code sheet for hire date) did not contain a completed child abuse clearance, DHS FBI clearance, state police clearance or NSOR verification and was observed working with children.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the emergency plan training reviewed for staff person #1, #3 and #4 was not annually updated. Staff #1 and #3 last dated 9/3/24 and staff #4, 3/8/23.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, there were no handwashing signs observed over each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility with the regulatory language, A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the health assessment reviewed for child #3 did not include a review of the child's immunized status.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the health assessment reviewed for child #5 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the record reviewed for staff person #2 did not include an initial health assessment including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests. The health assessment reviewed for staff person #4 was not updated within a 24month period. Last dated 9/7/22.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, upon request there was no prevention and identification of child maltreatment policy available for review.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the fire safety training reviewed for staff person #1 and #4 was not updated on an annual basis. Last dated 1/26/24 and 5/17/22. There was no verification available for review to verify staff #3 completed fire safety training.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff person #3 and #4 receives a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the record reviewed for staff person #2 did not include verification of childcare experience or education.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the agreement reviewed for child #2 and #4 did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the agreement reviewed for child #3 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1, #2 and #5 did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #5 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1, #2 and #5 did not include the signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff person #4 completed an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
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During the renewal inspection conducted 12/2/24, water stains were observed on the ceiling tile in the front main childcare space and bathroom.
During the renewal inspection conducted 12/2/24, upon request there was no emergency drill log available for review to verify the facility conducts annual emergency drills.
During the renewal inspection conducted 12/2/24, there were no evacuation routes posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted 12/2/24, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify the facility sent their emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
During the renewal inspection conducted 12/2/24, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify that the facility notified their local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted 12/2/24, upon request there was no annual evaluation available for review to verify staff #1 received a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
During the renewal inspection conducted 12/2/24, the agreement reviewed for child #1 and #2 was not updated within a 6-month period. Both dated 9/18/23.
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on August 12, 2024, the outdoor play space was observed with high grass and weeds.
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on August 12, 2024, the exit leading into the outdoor play space was observed obstructed by trash and aluminum food pans.
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on August 12, 2024, the health assessment reviewed for staff person #1 was not updated within a 24month period. (Last dated 6/1/22).
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on August 12, 2024, the pediatric first aid and CPR reviewed for staff person #2 was expired. (Last dated 5/25/22). Per the Certification reviewed the Certificate expires in two years.
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on August 12, 2024, there was no evidence presented verifying that staff person #2 completed fire safety training.
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on August 12, 2024, there was no evidence presented verifying that staff person #2 received an evaluation within a 12-month period. (See code sheet for hire date).
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on August 12, 2024, there was no evidence verifying that staff person #2 obtained updated annual 12 hours of childcare training. (Last trainings reviewed were obtained in May of 2022).
In review of staff files, staff person 2 file failed to include current PA state police clearance. File only contained request for PA state police clearance.
During renewal inspection on Monday, 01/29/24, cert rep observed medication at the facility, for a child, failed to include a medication log.
In review of staff files, staff person 4 file failed to include an initial health report that was completed within 12 months of hire. Health assessment included in file was last completed on 02/09/21.
In review of emergency plan documents, facility failed to have verification that a copy of plan was sent to the local municipality and the county's emergency management agency.
In review of emergency plan and health and safety documents, facility's emergency plan failed to include statement regarding continuity of operations and policy addressing shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment, failed to address prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
In review of fire safety documents, staff person 1and 2 failed to have completed annual fire safety training. Last documented training was completed on 05/17/22.
In review of staff files, staff person 3 file failed to have verification of 2 years (2500 hours) working with children.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter Training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain a complete PA Criminal clearance. Staff #1 was observed working unsupervised in the PS classroom.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan was not updated at least annually.
On 2/7/23, at the time of renewal inspection, the facility's outdoor play space contained hazards such as broken plastic/glass, debris, stones. The stones and broken shards of plastic/glass were less than 1 inch diameter.,
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Child #4 immunization record did not include annual influenza vaccine as required by ACIP.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.
On 2/7/23, at the time of renewal inspection, documentation of an annual emergency drill was not on file at the facility.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Child #1 and #5 have been enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days. Child #1 and Child #5 files did not contain initial health report including immunization records.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff #2 and Staff #3 file did not contain the one hour Health & Safety Training Update required by OCDEL.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, the facility did not have a Shaken Baby/Head Trauma/Maltreatment Policy as required by OCDEL.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, the facility's general liability insurance coverage on file had an expiration date of 11/2022.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Child #1 file did not contain an Agreement form. Child #2 and Child #3 Agreement was not signed by the Operator.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Child #2 Agreement form did not specify persons designated by the parent to whom Child #2 may be released. Additionally, Child #3 Emergency Contact form did not include the addresses of designated release persons.
On 2/7/23, at the time of renewal inspection, Child #1, #2, #3 and #5 file did not contain health insurance coverage and policy number information.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Child 3 emergency contact information was not updated at least once in a 6-month period (the last update was dated 5/31/22). Additionally, Child#1 emergency contact information was not signed by the parent. Child #5 Agreement was not dated by the parent.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Child #4 emergency contact information did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid by the facility.
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain two written letters of reference. (The file contained one letter of reference).
On 2/7/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff #2 and Staff #3 file did not contain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file of Staff 1 did not include a valid health assessment. This is continued non-compliance.
During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 1 did not include the results of tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. This is continued non-compliance.
The file of Staff 1 did not include an annual written evaluation by the Director. This is continued non-compliance.
During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 1 and Staff 3 did not include valid Child Abuse, PA State Police or DHS FBI clearances required by the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL). The file of Staff 2 did not include a valid PA State Police Clearance required by the CPSL.
During the renewal inspection, the facility files did not include documentation of annual emergency plan training for Staff 2.
During the renewal inspection the files of Staff 1 and Staff 3 did not include a valid health assessment.
During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 1 and Staff 2 did not include the results of tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During the renewal inspection the files of Staff 1, Staff 2 and Staff 3 did not include verification of annual firesafety training.
During the renewal inspection the files of Staff 1, Staff 2 and Staff 3 did not include verification of education to meet the qualifications for the position in which the person is performing.
During the renewal inspection, the file of Staff 1 did not include an annual written evaluation.
During the renewal inspection the files of Staff 1, Staff 2, and Staff 3 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection the files of Staff 2 and Staff 3 did not include verification of 12 clock hours of annual child care 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $68.00 | $68.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $68.00 | $68.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.60 | $63.60 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $59.60 | $59.60 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.40 | $56.40 |
| 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.
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Common questions
Has Madrasatun Noor Childcare and Learning Institute had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Nov 17, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection conducted 11/17/25, the file reviewed for facility person #2 (see code sheet for hire date) did not contain a completed child abuse clearance, DHS FBI clearance, state police clearance or…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Madrasatun Noor Childcare and Learning Institute?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Madrasatun Noor Childcare and Learning Institute since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Madrasatun Noor Childcare and Learning Institute’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Nov 22, 2019. 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 Madrasatun Noor Childcare and Learning Institute compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #966 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Madrasatun Noor Childcare and Learning Institute last inspected?
Dec 26, 2025 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Madrasatun Noor Childcare and Learning Institute cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $68.00 for newborn, $68.00 for infant, $63.60 for young toddler, $59.60 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Madrasatun Noor Childcare and Learning Institute?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Nifessa Lewis.
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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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