Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19147

Old Pine Community Center

401 Lombard St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 · Philadelphia County

Keystone STAR 2

Old Pine Community Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 30 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,011 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 79% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 79% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

Tied for #1,011 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia

6 Core-safety citations

24 Other citations

4 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

30 citations from 4 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 13, 2025

Every state visit

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

What inspectors cited most

Emergency preparedness 9

Records & paperwork 9

Background checks 3

Supervision 3

Training & qualifications 3

Transportation 2

Building & playground safety 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Aug 13, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

During the renewal inspection on 08/13/25, Cert Rep did not observe the State Police Clearance, FBI Clearance, or NSOR Certificate in the staff file of staff person #1.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2025): “Staff person will not hold a childcare position at the center.”

Core safety Aug 13, 2025 Inspection Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

During the renewal inspection on 08/13/25, Cert Rep observed several kids walk into the bathroom unsupervised.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2025): “Children will not be left unsupervised while going to the bathroom or during all activities.”

Citation Aug 13, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)

During the renewal inspection on 08/13/25, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting and documenting emergency drills annually, which is beyond the requirement.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2025): “Director will locate emergency drill log and send immediately.”

Citation Aug 13, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)

During the renewal inspection on 08/13/25, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting fire drills atleast once every 60 days, last fire drill conducted on 06/06/25, which is beyond the requirement.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2025): “Director will conduct fire drill and document.”

Citation Aug 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)

During the renewal inspection on 08/13/25, while reviewing child records, Cert Rep did not observe signed parental consent for wading in the record of child #1-#2.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2025): “Director will ensure parent provides signature for wading.”

Citation Aug 13, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

During the renewal inspection on 08/13/25, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep did not observe an annual minimum of 12 childcare training hours in the file of staff person #2.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2025): “Director will locate verification of 12 childcare training hours and provide proof.”

Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

During the renewal inspection on 07/02/24, Cert Rep did not observe verification of emergency plan training in the files of staff persons #1 and #2.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2024): “Emergency plan training will be completed and placed into staff persons files immediately.”

Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)

During the renewal inspection on 07/02/24, Cert Rep observed the first aid kit in the Main classroom (Wesson Hall) sitting on top of the cubby in the back of classroom, accessible to children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2024): “Provider placed first aid kit on top of a shelf, inaccessible to children.”

Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)

During the renewal inspection on 07/02/24, Cert observed that the facility has not been conducting and documenting emergency drills annually, which is beyond the requirement.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2024): “Provider will conduct annual emergency drill immediately and provide documentation.”

Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)

During the renewal inspection on 07/02/24, Cert observed that the facility has not been conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days, the last fire drill was conducted and documented on 04/08/24, which is beyond the requirement.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2024): “Provider will conduct a fire drill today, document, and keep on file at the facility.”

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Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

During the renewal inspection on 07/02/24, 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, Jul 30, 2024): “A policy for Shaking baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment will be developed and kept on file at the facility.”

Core safety Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Supervision

Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)

During my inspection I observed that the staff did not know who they were responsible for.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all staff know who they are responsible for at all times.”

Core safety Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Background checks

CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2 hired on November 2022, & staff 4 hired on March 2023, does not contain a FBI clearance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Staff 2, 3, will comply with CPSL at all times. Staff 2, 3, will not provider care to any children at the facility until in full compliance with CPSL.”

Citation Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)

During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted an emergency drill in the last year.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Provider will create an emergency drill log and practice different emergencies drills at least once a year.”

Citation Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)

During my inspection I observed that the facility had not sent their emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Provider will make sure that send their emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”

Citation Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Transportation

Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)

During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their written local traffic safety letter.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Provider will make sure that they have their annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.”

Citation Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-4, did not have their annual fire safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all incoming & current staff have fire safety training annually.”

Citation Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)

While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-4, did not have their parent's home/work telephone number and or address.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.”

Citation Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not have verification of their childcare experience.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Provider will make sure that each staff person has verification of their experience.”

Citation Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 4, did not have a current health assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all staff have current a physical every two years in the file.”

Core safety Jun 30, 2022 Inspection Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

During my inspection I observed that the staff leaving a child unsupervised in the park for 5 minutes.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Provider will have staff take training on the importance of supervising the children at all times.”

Core safety Jun 30, 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 August 2021, & staff 2 hired on June 2022, did not have their FBI clearance. Staff 2 does not contain a completed NSOR certification.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Staff 1, 2, will comply with CPSL at all times. Staff 1, 2, will not provide care to any children at the facility until in full compliance with CPSL.”

Citation Jun 30, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Contact when arises 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)

During my inspection I observed that the facility has not being practicing emergency drills.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Provider will create an emergency drill log and practice different emergency drill at least once a year.”

Citation Jun 30, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Contact when arises 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)

During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not have how they were going to contact parents during an emergency.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all required information is in the emergency plan.”

Citation Jun 30, 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 local traffic safety letter. A letter that should be sent to the local authorities annually.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Provider will makes sure that they have their local traffic letter and that it is sent to the local authorities annually,”

Citation Jun 30, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have their annual fire safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all staff have their annual fire safety training.”

Citation Jun 30, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)

While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 3, 4, 5, did not have the fee listed on their agreement form.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all areas on the agreement form are filled in completely.”

Citation Jun 30, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)

While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, 4, 5, did not have their parent's work and/or home information on their emergency contact sheet.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.”

Citation Jun 30, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, did not have the information for whom they could be released to on the emergency contact form.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.”

Citation Jun 30, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not have a current physical on the right form.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all staff have the correct health form.”

“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 School-Age (K-3rd gr.)	$40.00	$30.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.)	$40.00	$30.00

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 —

Certificate status Regular

Certificate dated through Sep 10, 2025

Keystone STARS STAR 2

Operator —

Hours Monday–Friday 3:00 PM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare

Phone (215) 627-2493

State certificate # CER-00226207

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Common questions

Has Old Pine Community Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Aug 13, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection on 08/13/25, Cert Rep did not observe the State Police Clearance, FBI Clearance, or NSOR Certificate in the staff file of staff person #1.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Old Pine Community Center?

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

What is Old Pine Community Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2. 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 Old Pine Community Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,011 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 79% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Old Pine Community Center last inspected?

Aug 13, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Old Pine Community Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $40.00 for young school-age, $40.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

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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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