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Moonstone Preschool

750 S 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Moonstone Preschool is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 62 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 22 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for emergency preparedness (7 of 22). 7 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #717 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 54% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #717 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
3 Core-safety citations
19 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
22 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 7 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 16, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 16, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 2, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 20, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 3, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 1, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Emergency preparedness 7
Building & playground safety 5
Records & paperwork 4
Background checks 3
Health & medication 1
Training & qualifications 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 04/16/26, Cert Rep did not observe current clearances in the staff files of staff persons #1-#6. Cert Rep did not observe any required clearances for staff person#1, NSOR certificate was expired 7/13/20 in the staff file of staff person #2, PSP Criminal History Clearance, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI clearances were expired 2/3/21, 2/16/21, and 2/4/21 in the file of staff person #3. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI clearances were missing in the file of staff person #4. FBI clearance was expired 2/18/21, in the file of staff person #5, and PA Child Abuse History Clearance was expired in the staff file of staff person #6. Cert Rep also did not observe current disclosure statements of the files of staff person #1-#9, all dated beyond 60 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2026): “Staff will be removed from their childcare positions at the end of the day.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection on 04/16/26, Cert Rep did not observe emergency plan training in the staff files of staff person #7.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2026): “Director will locate emergency plan training, and place into staff file.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 04/16/26 while reviewing required paperwork on file, Cert Rep did not observe that the emergency plan provided accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2026): “Update and add accommodations for infants/toddlers on the emergency plan.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 04/16/26, while reviewing required paperwork on file, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting annual emergency drills, which is beyond the requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2026): “Director will complete an emergency drill and put on file.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection on 04/16/26, while reviewing fire drills logs, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days, which is beyond the requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2026): “Director will complete fire drills needed to meet the requirement”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection on 04/16/26, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility sent a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2026): “Send a copy of emergency plan to office of emergency management and retain copy on file.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During the renewal inspection on 04/16/16, Cert Rep did not observe an individual record for each facility person, staff person #1 was missing a staff file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2026): “Director will make sure all staff have complete files.”
Core safety Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During the renewal inspection on 04/02/25, Cert Rep did not observe the out of state child abuse and neglect clearance or the out of state sex offender check in the staff files of staff person #1-#2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “Staff persons will not hold a childcare position at the center.”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 04/02/25, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting annual emergency drills annually, the most recent one dated 01/17/24, which is beyond the requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2025): “Emergency drill will be completed today.”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 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 04/02/25, Cert Rep reviewed the facility's fire drill log and did not observe that the facility has been conducting the fire detection system manual testing every 30 days. This was beyond the requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2025): “Manually test fire system today and locate fire safety professional certification paperwork.”
Citation Mar 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items/On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)/3270.75(d)
During the renewal inspection on 03/20/24, Cert Rep did not observe a bottle of water in the first aid kit that the facility takes on excursions. Cert Rep also did not observe soap in the first aid kit that the facility takes on excursions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “A bottle of water and soap will be added to the first aid kit that is taken out of the facility for trips/walks/emergencies.”
Citation Mar 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 03/20/24, Cert Rep observed in both the New Moon Room & Common Room, the area rugs were raised and not secured to the floor, all posing a trip hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “Area rugs were taped and secured to the floor in both classrooms. Corrected onsite.”
Citation Mar 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 03/20/24, Cert Rep did not observe a policy for Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “A policy for Shaking baby syndrome will be developed and kept on file at the facility.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During my inspection I observed that in the New Moon room the leather on the couch was peeling off.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2023): “Provider will make all necessary repairs to make sure that the facility is always in good repair and free of hazards.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
During my inspection I observed that the 7, 11-13, did not have medication logs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2023): “Provider will make sure that parents complete and sign a medication log for all medicine that is brought into the facility for their child.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not send 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, May 5, 2023): “Provider will make sure that they send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not have a written evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all staff have a written evaluation in their file every 12 months.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-10 did not have a completed emergency contact sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not have verification of their address or age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all staff provider verification of their address, and age.”
Core safety Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, hired on October, 2021 did not have any of her out - of -state clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2022): “Staff 1, will comply with CPSL at all times. Staff 1, will not provider care to any children at the facility until in full compliance with CPSL.”
Citation Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Include 6 categories of development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(c)
While conducting my inspection I observed that none of the classrooms had the required play equipment and materials.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all classrooms have the required play equipment and materials at all times.”
Citation Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2022): “Provider will create and send out an annual safety traffic letter to their local authorities.”

“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
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $104.90 —
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $104.90 —
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $96.63 —

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 62 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 8, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since May 14, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator Moonstone INC
Hours Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 574-9157
State certificate # CER-00255751
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Common questions

Has Moonstone Preschool had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Apr 16, 2026 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection on 04/16/26, Cert Rep did not observe current clearances in the staff files of staff persons #1-#6. Cert Rep did not observe any required clearances for staff person#1, NSOR certificate was…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Moonstone Preschool?

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

What is Moonstone Preschool’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective May 14, 2019. 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 Moonstone Preschool compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #717 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Moonstone Preschool last inspected?

Apr 16, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Moonstone Preschool cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $104.90 for young toddler, $104.90 for older toddler, $96.63 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Moonstone Preschool?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Moonstone INC.

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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