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Master Minds in Motion LLC

826 W Porter St, Philadelphia, PA 19148 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 1

Master Minds in Motion LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 10 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 39 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 39). 9 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 75% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1 Core-safety citations
38 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
39 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 3, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 3, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 2, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 13, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 12
Building & playground safety 10
Emergency preparedness 8
Training & qualifications 4
Health & medication 2
Transportation 2
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Mar 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection on 03/03/26, Cert rep observed an electrical outlet uncovered and accessible to children in the play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2026): “All outlets have been covered and inaccessible to children. (Corrected onsite)”
Citation Mar 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 03/03/26, during the facility walk through, Cert Rep did not observe bandages in first aid kits kept in the classrooms, Cert Rep also did not observe scissors in one first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2026): “Director will place bandages and scissors in the first-aid kits.”
Citation Mar 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 03/03/26, while conducting facility walk through, Cert Rep did not observe the rugs secured to the floor in the main classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2026): “Add tape to secure the rugs to the floor.”
Citation Mar 3, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Hypothetical locations 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection on 03/03/26, while reviewing fire drills logs, Cert Rep observed that the hypothetical location for each drill is the same for consecutive drills.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2026): “Director will update the fire drill log with the exact location and complete the next fire drill in a different location.”
Citation Mar 3, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection on 03/03/26, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2026): “Director will provide copy of email verification that updated emergency plan was sent to local municipality.”
Citation Mar 3, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the renewal inspection on 03/03/26, Cert Rep observed that staff person #2 has not completed the required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2026): “Staff person will complete the required Health and Safety training before resuming her childcare role.”
Citation Mar 3, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 03/03/26, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe updated/signed child growth and development reports in the files of child #1-#2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2026): “Director will update the growth and development report for the parent to review and sign.”
Citation Mar 3, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 03/03/26, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the date of admission specified on the agreement form for child #1-#5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2026): “Director will update agreement forms with child's date of admission.”
Citation Mar 3, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection on 03/03/26, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep did not observe an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training in the file of staff person #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2026): “Staff person will submit the remaining 4 hours of pd training.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection on 03/11/25, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep did not observe verification of emergency plan training in the file of staff persons #1 and #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Staff persons will provide proof of emergency plan training acknowledgment in files.”
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Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Care space not play space at same time 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(b)
During the renewal inspection on 03/11/25, Cert Rep observed play space simultaneously used as indoor childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “The childcare space will be rearranged and used as indoor playspace only.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 03/11/25, Cert Rep observed that there was peeling paint on the left wall in room 1 and peeling paint on the left wall in the play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Director will repair all damaged paint.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During the renewal inspection on 03/11/25, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep did not observe that the health assessment in the file of staff person #1 was completed within 24 months of the initial health assessment date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “All staff will have an updated health assessment completed within 24 months of the initial.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection on 03/11/25, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Director will send copy of updated emergency plan to local municipality and provide proof.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe agreement forms in the files of child # 1 and #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Director will ensure the parent completes agreement forms and place in children files.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe an updated agreement form in the file of child #4, dated 10/23/23, which is beyond the 6-month requirement. Cert Rep also did not observe child growth and development reports in the file of child #4.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Provider will complete updated agreement form with the child's parent and provide a copy of the growth and development report for the parent to review.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
During renewal inspection on 3/11/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe arrival/departure time specified on the agreement form for child #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Director will complete arrival/departure time on agreement form with parent of the child.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe extra services specified on the agreement form for child #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Director will include extra services if applicable on the child's agreement form.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe an updated emergency contact form in the file of child #4, dated 10/23/23, which is beyond the 6-month requirement
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Director will review and have parent signed updated emergency contact form.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection on 03/11/25, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep did not observe an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training in the file of staff persons #1 and #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Staff persons will complete 12-hours of professional development through Better Kids Care and submit all certifications by 3/18/25.”
Citation Oct 2, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During unannounced monitoring on 10/02/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed hand sanitizer in the main classroom sitting on top of the director's desk, accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “Director removed the hand sanitizer to a place not accessible to children.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep did not observe a first aid kit the facility takes on excursions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “A first aid kit the facility takes on excursions will be put together and ready to take out.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep observed that child #2 rest equipment was not labeled for her specific use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “The rest equipment will be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep did not observe the facility's written notification of safe routes posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “Provider will create and post a written safe route along with other DHS required postings in a location where parents can see.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep observed that the facility's emergency plan did not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions when an emergency situation arises. Cert Rep also did not observe verification that provider sent a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Since the inspection the emergency plan was updated with the correct terms in each section of the policy and emailed to the local municipality.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Certification Rep reviewed the facility's fire drill log, which showed the last date the facility's fire system was manually tested was 12/26/23. This was beyond the 30-day requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2024): “The fire system will be tested immediately and documented on the log.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep did not observe facility's written notification to local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “We will notify local traffic authorities in writing of our location.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep observed that emergency plan on file did not include continuity of operations planning. Cert Rep also did not observe a policy for Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “A policy for Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head trauma has created and put on display for families to see.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep did not observe verification of fire safety training in the files of staff person #1 and #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Fire Safety training verification was taken on 12/15/23 and will be stored into the staff files.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep observed the child's physician's name, address, and phone number missing on the emergency contact form for child #1. Cert also observed Health insurance/MA coverage and policy number missing on the emergency contact form for child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “Provider will update child #1 emergency contact form to include accurate health insurance information and complete physician contact information.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep did not observe the facility's Certificate of Compliance posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Provider will post certificate of compliance in a location where parents can see.”
Core safety Sep 13, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During initial inspection on 9/13/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 's state police clearance was dated 7/31/18 - Staff # 2 had an incomplete state police clearance in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “Director will submit current clearances and place in file.”
Citation Sep 13, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)
During initial inspection on 9/13/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed that the facility did not have an emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “To have emergency plan printed and posted and to forward a pdf copy to the inspector.”
Citation Sep 13, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
During initial inspection on 9/13/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed that the facility did not have an emergency plan posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “Master Minds in Motions printed and posted the emergency plan on the communication board for parents to read.”
Citation Sep 13, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
During initial inspection on 9/13/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - there were broken tiles in the room # 1 classroom, (on the left and right towards the back of the room), and broken tile in the small closet area closet
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “The tiles were replaced, and pictures were emailed to inspector.”
Citation Sep 13, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During initial inspection on 9/13/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - The facility did not have the correct handwashing sign posted at the sinks, and toilet areas in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2023): “Director posted the correct handwashing signs at every sink and toilet areas in the facility.”
Citation Sep 13, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
During initial inspection on 9/13/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - the evacuation route was not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2023): “Director posted the evacuation routes in each room.”
Citation Sep 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
During initial inspection on 9/13/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - the daily activities were not posted in the group space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2023): “Director posted the daily activities in the group space.”
Citation Sep 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During initial inspection on 9/13/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 had 1 nonfamily reference in file. - Staff # 2 did not have 2 nonfamily references in file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “The references were printed and filed as well as pdf sent to inspector.”

“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

Issuance of Provisional Certificate of Compliance at the time of Initial Oct 2, 2023
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate

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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $70.00 $56.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $70.00 $56.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $64.00 $54.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $57.00 $51.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $53.00 $45.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $53.00 $46.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $53.00 $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 10 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 22, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Apr 5, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator Master Minds In Motion LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM; Saturday and Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 282-5222
State certificate # CER-00254456
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Common questions

Has Master Minds in Motion 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 Sep 13, 2023 (background checks): “During initial inspection on 9/13/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 's state police clearance was dated 7/31/18 - Staff # 2 had an incomplete state police clearance in file” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Master Minds in Motion LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Master Minds in Motion LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Master Minds in Motion LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Apr 5, 2024. 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 Master Minds in Motion LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #977 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 Master Minds in Motion LLC last inspected?

Mar 3, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Master Minds in Motion LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for newborn, $70.00 for infant, $64.00 for young toddler, $57.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Master Minds in Motion LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Master Minds In Motion 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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