Methodist Services
4300 Monument Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19131 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months
4 complaint investigations found violations
Keystone STAR 4
Methodist Services is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 236 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 4 complaint investigations. The state cited 36 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (21 of 36). 1 citation came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #624 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
Fewer citations than 50% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #624 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
5
Core-safety citations
31
Other citations
7
Inspections
4
Complaint investigations that found violations
36 citations from 11 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 5, 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
Records & paperwork
21
Supervision
4
Training & qualifications
4
Building & playground safety
3
Emergency preparedness
3
Caregiver conduct
1
Citations, newest first
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
On February 26. 2026, Certification Representative conducted a complaint investigation at the facility. The investigation verified that on January 20, 2026, a staff person used inappropriate physical handling while responding to a child's behavior.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2026): “The staff person was terminated, and a meeting was held all staff regarding appropriate supervision, behavior management practices, and acceptable methods of responding to challenging behaviors.”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the complaint investigation on 08/07/25, Certification Representative verified that a child was briefly unsupervised by staff person #1 on 08/01/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2025): “All staff will complete a training meeting for active supervision, staff person #1 will complete a 1-hour training module on supervision, and all staff will complete an active supervision plan.”
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the complaint investigation on 08/07/25, Certification Representative verified that a child was briefly unsupervised by staff person #1 on 08/01/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2025): “All staff will complete a training meeting for active supervision, staff person #1 will complete a 1-hour training module on supervision, and all staff will complete an active supervision plan.”
Citation
Aug 7, 2025
Complaint investigation
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On July 24, 2025, a window gate fell and hit two children at play in the gym.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2025): “Children were immediately restricted from the gym until the gate was repaired on 07/25/25.”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the complaint investigation on 03/08/24, Certification Representative verified that a facility child was left unknowingly behind in the classroom, unsupervised during a fire evacuation, by a facility staff member.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2024): “We will complete daily monitoring and submit verification by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months as directed by DHS.”
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the complaint investigation on 03/08/24, Certification Representative verified that a facility child was left unknowingly behind in the classroom, unsupervised during a fire evacuation, by staff person #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Staff person #1 was terminated for leaving their assigned child behind during our evacuation from the building.”
Citation
Feb 20, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection, Certification Representative observed water stains outside the shark's classroom on the ceiling.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2024): “The ceiling stains will be checked and removed to ensure the facility is in good repair and free from visible hazards.”
Citation
Feb 20, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection, Certification Representative observed a small area of chipped paint on the wall by the sink in the OST room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2024): “The small area of peeling paint will be corrected to ensure the facility is in good repair and free from all visible hazards.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 and 2 file did not contain verification of annual training on the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Staff member # 1 and 2 will complete the training”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 and 2 files did not contain verification of annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Staff member # 1 and 2 will complete fire safety training.”
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Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 file did not contain an annual evaluation every 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Staff member # 1 and 2 will receive annual evaluation.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child # 1, 2 and 5 files did not contain a fee agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Child # 1, 2 and 5 will complete a fee agreement.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,3,4, and 6 files contained emergency contact forms that did not list the enrolling parents work address and work telephone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Child # 1,3, 4 and 6 will complete emergency contact forms.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child 1 and 6 files contained emergency contact forms that did address the section pertaining to the child's special needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Child# 1 and 6 will complete address for child's physician.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child # 4,6 and 7 files contained emergency contact form that did not include the health insurance coverage information of the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Child # 4,6 and 7 will complete health insurance information.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2 3, and 5 files contained emergency contact forms that did not include complete contact information for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Child #1,2,3 and 5 will complete emergency contact information on release to individuals.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2,4,5, and 6 files contained emergency contact forms that were not updated every 6 months once enrollment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Child # 1,2,4,5 and 6 will update emergency contact forms.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 6 files contained emergency contact forms that did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Child # 1 and 6 will get parents signature for emergency medical care.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child 1 and 6 files contained emergency contact forms that did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Child # 1 and 6 will get parents signed consent for medication on emergency contact form.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 6 file contained an emergency contact forms that did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Child #1 and 6 will get parent consent for minor first aid treatment.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 6 files contained emergency contact forms that did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Child # 1 and 6 will complete parent consent for transportation.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member #1 file did not contain a valid form of identification. The PA Dl in staff # 1 file expired on 4/27/2018. Staff member # 2 file did not contain a valid form of identification. The PA DL in staff # 2 file expired on 4/30/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Staff member #1 will provide valid identification. Staff member # 2 will provide valid identification.”
Citation
Jan 4, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/4/2023, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 and 2 files did not contain verification of 12 hours of annual child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2023): “Staff members # 1 and 2 will receive 12 hours of child care training.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, the provider did not provide an emergency plan when requested.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “The emergency plan will be scanned over for review.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, the provider did not submit a fire drill log when requested.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Fire drill log will be scanned over to auditor for review.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 4 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 3 and 4 files did not contain verification of annual fire safety training,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Verification of annual fire safety training for staff member # 3 and 4 will be scanned over to auditor.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 20 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,8,9,11,12,13,15,17 and 18 files contained fee agreements that were not signed by the parent and the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Both sides of the service agreement for each child will be scanned over to auditor for review.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 20 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,and 20 files contained fee agreements that did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Both sides of the service agreement for each child will be scanned over to auditor for review.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 20 child files were reviewed. Child # 4 and 10 files contained an emergency contact form that did not list the address o the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Director will have parent provide physician's address for emergency contact forms of child # 4 and 10 and scan over to auditor.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 20 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. Child # 10 contained an emergency contact form that did not list the work telephone and work address of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Director will have parent of Child #1 update emergency contact form with work telephone number. Director will have parent of Child #10 update emergency contact form with work telephone number and address. Updated forms will be scanned to auditor”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 20 child files were reviewed. Child # 10 file contained an emergency contact form that did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Director will ensure parent of Child #10 updates emergency contact form to include consent of emergency medical care”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 20 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 4 files contained an emergency contact form that did not address the section on the child's disability.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Director will ensure that the parent of child # 1 and 4 updates emergency contact form to include information on child's disability, if applicable.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 20 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not include the information on the child's medical insurance. Child #7 file contained an emergency contact form that did not include the child' s health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Director will ensure that child # 1 form is updated by parent to include medical insurance information. Director will ensure that child # 7 form is updated by parent to include medical insurance policy number.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 20 child files were reviewed. Child # 3 and 5 files contained emergency contact forms that did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Director will ensure parents of child # 3 and 5 updates emergency contact form to include consent to administer minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 20 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form that did not signed parental consent for swimming. Child # 3 file contained an emergency contact form that did not include signed parental consent for transportation and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Director will ensure parent of Child #1 updates emergency contact form to include consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading. Director will ensure parent of Child #2 updates emergency contact form to include consent for swimming. Director will ensure parent of Child #3…”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/16/2021, 4 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1, 2, 3 and 4 files did not contain verification of child care experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Documentation for verification of child care experience for Staff #1, 2, 3 and 4 will be scanned over to auditor”
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Violation found
Feb 26, 2026
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Aug 7, 2025
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Aug 7, 2025
Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Mar 8, 2024
Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Enforcement actions
Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade
Jun 28, 2024
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) | $58.00 | $58.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $58.00 | $58.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $56.40 | $56.40 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $51.00 | $51.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $45.60 | $45.60 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.60 | $45.60 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.60 | $45.60 |
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
236 children
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate dated through
Oct 9, 2026 (renewal pending)
Operator
Methodist Services
Hours
Monday–Friday 2:30 PM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 877-1925
State certificate #
CER-00246297
Common questions
Has Methodist Services 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 Feb 26, 2026 (caregiver conduct): “On February 26. 2026, Certification Representative conducted a complaint investigation at the facility. The investigation verified that on January 20, 2026, a staff person used inappropriate physical handling while…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Methodist Services?
Pennsylvania lists 4 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Methodist Services’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Feb 21, 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 Methodist Services compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #624 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Methodist Services last inspected?
May 5, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Methodist Services cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $58.00 for newborn, $58.00 for infant, $56.40 for young toddler, $51.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Methodist Services?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Methodist Services.
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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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