Mighty Tots on Cots LLC
Mighty Tots on Cots LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 22 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times. The state cited 46 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 46). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #609 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the renewal inspection on 9/18/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1 contained a NSOR certificate and mandated reporter training that was more than 60 months old. The file reviewed for staff person #2 contained a NSOR certificate and a child abuse clearance that was more than 60 months old.
During the renewal inspection on 9/18/25 there were electrical outlets in downstairs childcare space missing protective covers.
During the renewal inspection on 9/18/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1, identified as the director, contained expired clearances which requires removal of staff from childcare position.
During the renewal inspection on 9/18/25 the file reviewed for child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not contain an updated child service report providing information about child's growth and development.
During the renewal inspection on 9/18/25 the emergency contact form and fee agreement reviewed for child #1, child #2 and child #3 were not reviewed/updated within 6-month period.
During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 the file reviewed for staff person #1, staff person #2, and staff person #3 did not contain emergency plan training.
During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 there were missing outlet covers observed throughout the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 there was Lysol observed underneath the bathroom sink in downstairs bathroom accessible to children.
During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 child lunches were observed sitting out unrefrigerated.
During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 the fire drill log reviewed did not reflect that fire drills were conducted every 60 days. Last drill documented was 05/20/24.
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During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 the first aid/cpr certificate reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 was an online only course which does not meet compliance with certification regulations.
During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 the file reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #3, and child #5 did not contain child service report updated every 6-months.
During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 the fee agreement reviewed for child #4 and child #5 did not specify the date of child's admission.
During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #5 was not updated with 6-month time period. The fee agreement for child #3 and child #5 was not updated with 6-month time period.
During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 child files were not being stored in a locked cabinet.
During the renewal inspection on 09/26/24 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include 12 hours of annual childcare training.
Fire drill records did not include the names of facility persons participating.in the fire drills.
Several children's records did not contain financial agreement information that had been reviewed and updated within the past 6 months. (child #3- agreement)
Several staff persons were observed caring for a child and their record did not contain verification of completed CCDBG training (10 hour) and/ or PA Update (1 hour) required prior to working with children unsupervised. (#1, #2 and #3)
Fire drill records did not include the names of facility persons participating.in the fire drills.
Several staff person's records did not contain written verification that the annual fire safety training had been conducted by a fire safety professional. (#1, #2 and #3)
One child's emergency contact information did not include the health insurance policy number. (child #1)
Several children's records did not contain emergency contact and financial agreement information that had been reviewed and updated within the past 6 months. (child #1- both) (child #2-both) (child #3- agreement) (child #4-both) CONTINUING DEFICIENCY
Several staff person's record did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training. (#1, #2 and #3)
There was no written documentation indicating that the emergency plan had been reviewed annually.
Several staff person's records did not contain written verification of annual emergency plan training.(#1, #2 and #3)
There was no record of fire drills being conducted since the previous renewal inspection on 12/23/21.
The facility lacked written policies and procedures on prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child mistreatment.
The facility lacked written verification of comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy was not on file at the facility at the time of the inspection.
Several staff person's records did not contain written verification of annual fire safety training. (#1, #2 and #3)
The facility director's record did not contain written verification of education and experience for their director position. (#1)
Several children's records did not contain emergency contact and financial agreement information that had been reviewed and updated within the past 6 months. (#1, #2 and #3)
One staff person's record lacked verification of completion of all the required health and safety training topics (#2).
Several staff person's records did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of childcare training. (#1, #2 and #3)
There was no written documentation indicating that the emergency plan had been reviewed annually.
Several staff person's records did not contain written verification of annual emergency plan training.(#1, #2 and #3)
There was no record of fire drills being conducted since the previous renewal inspection on 12/23/21.
The facility lacked written policies and procedures on prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child mistreatment.
The facility lacked written verification of comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy was not on file at the facility at the time of the inspection.
Several staff person's records did not contain written verification of annual fire safety training. (#1, #2 and #3)
The facility director's record did not contain written verification of education and experience for their director position. (#1)
Several children's records did not contain emergency contact and financial agreement information that had been reviewed and updated within the past 6 months. (#1, #2 and #3)
One staff person's record lacked verification of completion of all the required health and safety training topics (#2).
Several staff person's records did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of childcare training. (#1, #2 and #3)
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for shelter of children during an emergency including lock down procedures. Amend the facility emergency plan to include lock down procedures.
“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) | $70.00 | $70.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $70.00 | $70.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $66.50 | $66.50 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $63.60 | $63.60 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $60.00 | $60.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $57.50 | $57.50 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $57.50 | $57.50 |
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 Mighty Tots on Cots LLC 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 Sep 18, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection on 9/18/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1 contained a NSOR certificate and mandated reporter training that was more than 60 months old. The file reviewed for staff person #2…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Mighty Tots on Cots LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Mighty Tots on Cots LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Mighty Tots on Cots LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Oct 28, 2025. 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 Mighty Tots on Cots LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #609 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Mighty Tots on Cots LLC last inspected?
Sep 18, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Mighty Tots on Cots LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for newborn, $70.00 for infant, $66.50 for young toddler, $63.60 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Mighty Tots on Cots LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Mighty Tots On Cots 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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