Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19150

Memorable Moments Youth Dev Program

7905 Ogontz Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19150 · Philadelphia County

2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

Memorable Moments Youth Dev Program is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 38 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 26 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #569 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 54% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical

Tied for #569 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia

2 Core-safety citations

24 Other citations

6 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

26 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 9, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 7

Records & paperwork 7

Training & qualifications 6

Health & medication 4

Background checks 1

Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jan 9, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking an FBI clearance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “Facility Person # 1 will not return to not work in a child care position at the facility. until such a time when their staff record is updated with an FBI clearance.”

Core safety Jan 9, 2026 Inspection Supervision

Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)

At the time of the inspection staff person #2 was observed caring for a group of children on their own. The record of staff person #2 was lacking the documentation of previous childcare experience and that record qualified them to be an aide level staff at best.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “An onsite administrator swiftly moved into action as the noncompliance was observed, So that the aide would be supervised by a qualified staff person.”

Citation Jan 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Trash removed once a day 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(a)

At the time of the inspection there was a TV laying on the floor of the large muscle play space, it had some boxes beneath it, when asked about it, staff stated it was supposed to have been taken out with trash.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “TV laying on the floor of the large muscle play space, as well as the boxes beneath it was removed on the date of the inspection”

Citation Jan 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)

At the time of the inspection the stairs leaving to the basement had layers of dust and clumps of dust in the corners and there was a crack in the drywall of the large muscle play space in the rear of the room about 5 feet above the ground.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “On the date of the inspection the stairs leaving to the basement were thoroughly cleaned and the wall was patched later that night.”

Citation Jan 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)

At the time of the inspection the facility did not have a copy of the annual inspection of the fire safety system.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “A copy of the annual inspection of the fire safety system was submitted later in the day after the inspection.”

Citation Jan 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)

At the time of the inspection the proof of the general liability insurance was not presented at the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “Provider will submit the proof of the general liability insurance was and store it at the facility.”

Citation Jan 9, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking proof of Educational level. The records of both staff person #1 and #3 were lacking the completed verification of childcare experience to qualify them for the position they have been identified to serve the facility as.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “Provider will update the records of staff person #1 with proof of Educational level as well as he records of both staff person #1 and #3 with the completed verification of childcare experience to qualify them for the position they have been identified to serve the facility as.”

Citation Jan 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

At the time of the inspection the emergency contact for child #1 was lacking the health coverage information

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “Provider will update the record of child #1 so that the emergency contact for child #1 includes health coverage information or documentation as to who is responsible for their medical expenses.”

Citation Jan 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Locked cabinet/Confidential; stored in locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.183(a)/3270.193(a)

At the time of the inspection the records of staff and children were in an unlocked cabinet next to the teacher's desk.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “Provider will relocate the records of staff and children to a locked cabinet or closet.”

Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)

At the time of the inspection the walls in the basement had sections of peeling paint and exposed plaster.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Provider will have the maintenance department resurface the walls in the basement so that there are no longer sections of peeling paint and exposed plaster.”

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Citation Dec 18, 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)

At the time of the inspection the provider did not have the proof of the annual fire detection system test, to demonstrate the operability of the system.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Provider will submit the proof of the annual fire detection system test, to demonstrate the operability of the system.”

Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)

At the time of the inspection the provider did not have a current copy of the liability insurance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2025): “Provider will submit the current copy of the liability insurance.”

Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

At the time of inspection, the record of staff person #1 was lacking a current fire safety training certificate.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2025): “Provider will update the record of staff person #1 with a current fire safety training certificate.”

Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)

At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking a current performance evaluation.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2025): “Provider will submit the updated record of staff person #1 including a current performance evaluation.”

Citation Jan 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)

At the time of the inspection the record of child #3 was lacking a current valid health assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “provider will update the record of child #3 with a current valid health assessment, prior to them returing to the program.”

Citation Jan 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

At the time of the inspection the record pf staff person #1 was lacking a current valid health assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Provider will update the record pf staff person #1 with a current valid health assessment.”

Citation Jan 18, 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)

At the time of the inspection the facility did not have the proof of the inspection by a firesafety professional to attest to the operability pf the fire detection system.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Provider will submit the proof of the inspection by a firesafety professional to attest to the operability pf the fire detection system.”

Citation Jan 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)

At the time of the inspection the proof of the comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises was not a current copy at the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Provider will produce a current copy of the proof of the comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises.”

Citation Jan 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1, having served the facility for multiple years did not have a current fire safety training certificate for this year.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Provider will update the record of staff person #1 with a current fire safety training certificate for this year.”

Citation Jan 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 was lacking the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Provider will update the record of child #1 with health insurance coverage and policy number.”

Citation Jan 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

The record of child #1 and # 2 did not have any of the consents required prior to admission.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “The director will have the parents update the record of child #1 and # 2 with the consents required prior to admission at pick up today.”

Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(4)

On 2/9/23, at time of renewal inspection, Child #1 has been enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days. Child #1 file did not contain an initial health assessment (only immunization record was on file).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2023): “Director will obtain a health assessment for child #1.”

Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)

On 2/9/23, at time of renewal inspection, Child #2, #3, #4 and #5 have been enrolled at the facility for over 60 days. Child #2, #3, #4 and #5 immunization records did not include required annual influenza vaccine recommended by the ACIP.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2023): “Director will obtain proof of vaccination or obtain an exemption letter from parents of child #2, #3, #4, #5.”

Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14

On 2/9/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff #1 did not complete the one-hour Health & Safety Training Update required by OCDEL.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2023): “Staff #1 will complete the one hour Health & Safety Training Update required to be in compliance.”

Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)

On 2/9/23, at the time of renewal inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2023): “Staff #1 will complete a minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.”

Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety

Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

On 10/21/21, during unannounced complaint investigation, no evidence of 30 day fire detection log was observed on file at the facility as required by Fire Act 62 of Nov 2020.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2021): “The fire drill log and alarm log will be kept at the facility at all times. Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act 62 P.S. 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this…”

“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
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K)	$85.00	$75.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.)	$75.00	$65.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.)	$75.00	$65.00

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 38 children

Certificate status Regular

Certificate valid through Mar 12, 2027

Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Aug 20, 2026 · what STARS means

Operator Memorable Moments Youth Development Program INC

Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–9:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare

Phone (215) 927-2345

State certificate # CER-00252007

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Common questions

Has Memorable Moments Youth Dev Program 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 Jan 9, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking an FBI clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Memorable Moments Youth Dev Program?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Memorable Moments Youth Dev Program since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Memorable Moments Youth Dev Program’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Aug 20, 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 Memorable Moments Youth Dev Program compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #569 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Memorable Moments Youth Dev Program last inspected?

Jan 9, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Memorable Moments Youth Dev Program cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $85.00 for preschool, $75.00 for young school-age, $75.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Memorable Moments Youth Dev Program?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Memorable Moments Youth Development Program 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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