Master Minds in Motion LLC
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.
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During the renewal inspection on 03/03/26, Cert rep observed an electrical outlet uncovered and accessible to children in the play space.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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During the renewal inspection on 03/11/25, Cert Rep observed play space simultaneously used as indoor childcare space.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep did not observe a first aid kit the facility takes on excursions.
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep observed that child #2 rest equipment was not labeled for her specific use.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
During the renewal inspection on 02/21/24, Cert Rep did not observe the facility's Certificate of Compliance posted in a conspicuous location.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
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.
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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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