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Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19111

My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR

6444 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111 · Philadelphia County
3 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 29 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 42 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 42). 14 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #966 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 75% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #966 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
5 Core-safety citations
37 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
42 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 14 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 9, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 9, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Nov 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 21, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Apr 11, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 11
Emergency preparedness 8
Training & qualifications 7
Records & paperwork 7
Staff ratios 3
Health & medication 3
Sleep safety 1
Background checks 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Mar 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Certification rep observed a hole on the wall near the cubby in the preschool room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “Maintenance was contacted and will be out to repair the hole in the wall”
Follow-up Mar 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Continued non-compliance from 11-25-25, Certification rep observed chipped paint in the preschool room. The toddler room has chipped paint and a hole on the wall. The playroom has peeling paint and plaster on the wall
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2026): “Maintenance was contacted to paint over the chipped paint; The playroom will be completed repainted.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Mar 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
Emergency exit was blocked with toys
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “Toys will be removed from the emergency exit.”
Follow-up Mar 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Continued non-compliance from 11-25-25, The carpet in the playroom was ripped and had fringes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2026): “Will put duct tape over the fringes”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Sleep safety
General Health and Safety/Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.113(a)
During unannounced visit on 12-19-25, Certification rep observed an infant on top of a table while sitting/strapped in a bouncer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Staff were informed that all children in rocking chairs must be placed on the floor.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During unannounced visit on 11-24-25, certification rep observed 9 children with 2 staff. The youngest age of the child was 6 months old. During unannounced visit on 12-19-25, certification rep observed 1 staff with 6 children. Youngest child was 6 months old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Children will be changed according to attendance and ratios to be sure all staff will maintain ratios”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Two facility persons present in facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(a)
During unannounced visit on 12-19-25, certification rep observed 1 staff by herself with 6 children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Staff members schedules have been rearranged to maintain ratios and proper staffing.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During unannounced visit certification rep observed diaper cream accessible to children in the first bathroom. (corrected on site)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “All toxic materials were put away and kept out of reach of children”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The water temperature in both bathrooms was 122° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Landlord was contacted to send someone out to change the water temperature.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Telephone 55 Pa. Code §3270.73
Certification rep made attempts during different time of day to speak to someone at the facility. The phone went straight to voicemail.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Phone has been charged and ensured that it is operating.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During unannounced visit certification rep observed chipped paint in the preschool room. The toddler room has chipped paint and a hole on the wall. The playroom has peeling paint and plaster on the wall
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 16, 2026): “Maintenance staff have repainted all the wall and door. Also door stoppers have been placed on the walls where they were needed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The carpet in the playroom was ripped and had fringes.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 16, 2026): “Staff and maintenance staff have fixed the carpet to make it safe for children”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Facility did not have an annual emergency drill log documented and on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “All drill logs are updated and posted on the wall”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.95(b)
Last documented fire drill was 9-22-25Last documented fire alarm test was 10-13-25
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “All drill logs are updated and posted on the wall”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 16, 2026): “Fire safety training has been scheduled for all staff members to maintain certification”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing annual evaluation
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Staff evaluation was placed in staff file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
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Citation Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
File record for Staff #1 did not include training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “File record for Staff #1 was updated to include training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update”
Citation Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
Certifcation Representative measured water temperature in facility bathroom exceeding 110° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “water temperaturewas lowerd so that it did notexceed 110 degrees”
Citation Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
File record for Child #1 did not include an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “File record for Child #1 was updated to include a current heath assessment completed on 1/24/25”
Citation Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
File record for Staff #1did not include an subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “File record for Staff #1was updated to include an subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Citation Jan 21, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
File record for Staff #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “File record for Staff #1 was updated to include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Citation Feb 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
Certification representataive did not have access to facility staff files and records for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “Provider gave access to facility staff files and records Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4”
Core safety Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #3 did not have an updated FBI fingerprint clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have staff person check on the status of fingerprinting.”
Core safety Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Staff person #1 was working alone with seven children, the youngest child was an older toddler 2 year old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2023): “During the morning drop off provider will move all 2 year old children to another classroom so that they stay in ratio.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)/3270.27(f)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan had not been updated for the year or sent to their local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will deliver current emergency plan to the local municipality and keep documentation on file.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will update and post the emergency plan.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toxic use- no contamination 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(c)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was a bottle of Dawn dishwashing liquid (labeled keep out of reach of children) located on the sink countertop, in reach of the children. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2023): “At the time of inspection, the dishwashing liquid was placed up high out of reach of the children.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. In classroom #3, there was a damaged corner wall that needed to be repaired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have someone come out to repair the damaged corner wall.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was damaged plaster and located behind the bathrooms sinks in bathroom #2. In addition, there was chipped light blue paint located in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have plaster around bathroom sink and repair peeling light blue paint in the infant room.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #2 and #3 did not include an updated health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have parents bring in updated health assessments.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Staff person #2 did not wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution after the diaper change.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will monitor to make sure that staff are wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution after each diaper change,”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Insured 55 Pa. Code §3270.176(a)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The vehicle used to transport children to school had expired registration.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have driver renew vehicle registration.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan did not included accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities or children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will add the required accommodations into the emergency plan.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have a completed emergency drill log available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will complete an emergency drill and document the information.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan did not have a lock-down plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will add a lock-down plan to the current emergency plan.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility could not provide general liability insurance at the time of inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will get liability insurance and have it available at the daycare.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #3 and #4 did not include first aid CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have all staff take first-aid and CPR training.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2 and #4 did not include an updated fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have all staff take fire safety training.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include the 10 hour health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have staff take health and safety training.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include an updated written evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will complete a written evaluation for all staff.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #3 did not include the address of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have parents add physician information into emergency contact forms.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement form for child #1 and #3 was outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have parents complete missing information on the fee agreements.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. An individual record for each facility person was not available at the time of inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will bring staff files to the facility.”
Citation Mar 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
On March 14, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #2, #3 and #4 did not include 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2023): “Provider will have staff take 12 clock hours of childcare training.”

“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) $59.60 $50.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $59.60 $50.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $57.00 $44.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $53.00 $43.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $50.00 $41.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $40.00 $38.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $40.00 $38.00

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 29 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 10, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Sep 3, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–9:00 PM; Saturday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 745-2273
State certificate # CER-00254866
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Common questions

Has My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR 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 Nov 24, 2025 (sleep safety): “During unannounced visit on 12-19-25, Certification rep observed an infant on top of a table while sitting/strapped in a bouncer.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR?

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

What is My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Sep 3, 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 My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #966 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 My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR last inspected?

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

How much does My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $59.60 for newborn, $59.60 for infant, $57.00 for young toddler, $53.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is My Little Doves Childcare LRNG CTR 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.

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