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Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19104

Parent-Infant Center

4205 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)

Parent-Infant Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 434 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 37 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (10 of 37). 5 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 #747 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 57% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #747 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
6 Core-safety citations
31 Other citations
8 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
37 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 23, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 7, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 19, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 22, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 9, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Feb 1, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 10, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 13, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 10
Records & paperwork 9
Health & medication 6
Background checks 3
Emergency preparedness 2
Staff ratios 2
Food & feeding 2
Supervision 1
Training & qualifications 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Dec 23, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of NSOR history information as required under the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2026): “Staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.”
Citation Dec 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed that several of the baseboards and carpet in the gym were not in good repair. There was dust around the window area in the toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “The provider will have the baseboards and carpet repaired. The areas in the toddler room will be cleaned.”
Citation Dec 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At the time of inspection certification representative observed peeled paint in the gym.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “Provider will repaint the areas where there is peeled paint.”
Citation Dec 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
At the time of inspection, staff person #2 did not have verification of valid health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2026): “Provider will request a valid health assessment.”
Citation Dec 23, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
At the time of inspection, the operator did not maintain a continuous written record documenting that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “The operator conducted and documented two fire drills within 60 days.”
Core safety Jan 7, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
At the time of inspection, two staff persons were observed working alone with 10 children grouped in mixed age levels. Staff persons were observed working alone with two infants and eight young toddlers age children during naptime.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2025): “A third staff member entered the room to meet the staff:child ratio.”
Core safety Dec 19, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
At the time of inspection, two staff persons were observed working alone with 12 children grouped in mixed age levels. Staff persons were observed working alone for 2 minutes with two infants and ten young toddlers age children during naptime. Continuous non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “A third staff member entered the room to meet the staff:child ratio.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 19, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed dust on the window surfaces in the gym and damage to the radiator cover in the dramatic play area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “Provider will have the window cleaned and the cover repaired.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 19, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
At the time of inspection, the medication logs for children # 1and 2 were not maintained.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 24, 2024): “Provider will have the medication logs maintained and stored with the medication.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jul 22, 2024 Complaint investigation Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of the NSOR history information as required under the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2024): “Staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Staff person #1 was removed from the facility.”
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Core safety Jul 22, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed several school age children not being supervised by a staff person at all times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2024): “Staff will take supervision training. Provider with met staff about supervision.”
Citation Feb 1, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, missing outlet covers were observed in Blue Jay room, Fireflies room and Leapfrog room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2023): “Protective outlet covers were replaced.”
Citation Feb 1, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23 the first aid kit located in the resource room was missing tape and tweezers, first aid kit located in the Rainbow room was missing gloves, first aid kit located in Blue Jay room was missing gauze and the first aid kit located in the Chipmunk room was missing gloves.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2023): “All items were replenished.”
Citation Feb 1, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, there were no handwashing signs posted in the toilet area located in the Blue Jay room and the Road Runner room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2023): “Handwashing signs were posted in toilet areas.”
Citation Feb 1, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the thermometer in the refrigerator located in the Fireflies room read 49° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “We moved thermometer to back on refrigerator for accurate reading.”
Citation Feb 1, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the file reviewed for child #2, child #4, child #6, child #7, child #8, child #10, child #11, child #13, child #15 and child #16 did not contain updated health assessment within 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “All families identified have scheduled appointments to be completed by 2/24/23.”
Citation Feb 1, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the health assessment reviewed for staff person #2 did not include examination for communicable diseases and the results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2023): “Staff person will have health assessment completed in entirety.”
Citation Feb 1, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the training record reviewed for staff person #1 was missing 10hr Health and Safety professional development training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2023): “Staff person #1 has completed required training.”
Citation Feb 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the emergency contact form reviewed for child #3, child #4, child #6, child #7, and child #9 did not contain PCP information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “All emergency contact forms will be completed fully by families.”
Citation Feb 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the emergency contact form reviewed for child #2, child #3, child #7, child #8, child #10, child #12, and child #13 was missing health insurance coverage information and/or policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “All emergency contact forms will be completed fully by families.”
Citation Feb 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23, the emergency contact form and fee agreement reviewed for child #1, child #5, child #7, child #8, child #10, child #11, child #12, child #14 and child #16 were not reviewed and/or updated once in a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “Parents will review and/or update emergency forms and fee agreements.”
Core safety Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #3, #4, #5, #6 AND #8 DID NOT CONTAIN OUT OF STATE CLEARANCES. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #1 AND #9 DID NOT CONTAIN HEALTH AND SAFETY BASICS TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 29, 2022): “Will have staff obtain and submit out of state clearances by 03.25.22. Staff will not be able to return to facility they have their out of state clearances. The operator shall require all child care staff have verification of completion of all the required health and safety training topics by…”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTON ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE INITIAL EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2022): “Will have emergency plan training completed by 03.25.22”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
DURING THE RNEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE GRASSHOPPERS CLASSROOM DID NOT INCLUDE SOAP AND TWEEZERS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Will put soap and tweezers in Grasshoppers First Aid Kit by 03.14.22”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE HUMMINGBIRDS ROOM DID NOT INCLUDE SOAP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “Will put soap in Hummingbirds Room First Aid Kit by 03.25.22”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE BASEBOARDS LOCATED IN THE SUNSHINE ROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “Will have maintenance person paint Sunshine Room baseboards by 03.25,2022”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THERE WAS NO OPERATING THERMOMETER IN THE REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN THE BLUE JAYS CLASSROOM
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Will have a working refrigerator thermometer in the Blue Jays refrigerator by 03.14.22.”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1, DATED 08.02.21 WAS MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “Will have parent provide updated child health assessment by 03.25.22.”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1 AND CHILD #2 DID NOT INCLUDE A STATEMENT THAT THE CHILD IS ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN CHILD CARE AND APPEARS TO BE FREE FROM CONTAGIOUS OR COMMUNICABLE DISEASE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 16, 2022): “Will have parent provide an updated health assessment with statements needed by 03.25.22”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, NO WRITTEN NOTIFICATION OF SAFE ROUTES/PICK UP DROP OFF PROCEDURES WERE POSTED AT A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION IN THE CHILD CARE FACILITY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “Will have safe routes/pick up and drop off procedures posted by 03.25.22”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Review policies and procedures 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE AGREEMENT FORM REVIEWED FOR CHILD#2 DID NOT INCLUDE A WEEKLY OR MONTHLY FEE AMOUNT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “Will update child agreement form to include fee amount by 03.25.22”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE AGREEMENT/CHILD SERVICE REPORT FORM REVIEWED FOR CHILD #3 WAS MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD (DATED 01.14.21).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 16, 2022): “Will update child agreement/child service report form by 03.14.22”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION REVIEWED FOR CHILD #2 WAS MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD (DATED 03.12.19).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “Will obtain updated emergency contact information by 03.15.22”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 AND STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF AGE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “Will provide staff identification with verification of age by 03.25.22”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1, STAFF PERSON#2 AND STAFF PERSON #7 DID NOT INCLUDE ACCEPTABLE VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION OR TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “Will have staff provide official documentation of education level and experience from former employers by 03.25.22.”
Citation Mar 10, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MARCH 10, 2022, THE DHS CONTACT INFORMATION AND REGULATIONS WERE NOT POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION USED BY PARENTS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2022): “Will post DHS Contact Information and Regulations on all facility parent information boards immediately,”
Citation Dec 13, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During unannounced inspection on Monday, December 13, 2021, certification representative observed chipped paint on the wall underneath the hand towel machine located in the rear of the second floor preschool classroom
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2022): “Will do paint touch up on damaged wall area within two weeks.”

“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 Jul 22, 2024 Complaint investigation
1 violation 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.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $99.00 —
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $99.00 —
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $99.00 —
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $88.85 —
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $71.77 $43.15
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $90.00 $27.69
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $90.00 $27.69

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 434 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 9, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4 (accredited)
since Nov 4, 2025 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Parent-Infant Center INC
Hours Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 222-5480
State certificate # CER-00250991
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
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Common questions

Has Parent-Infant 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 Dec 23, 2025 (background checks): “The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of NSOR history information as required under the CPSL.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Parent-Infant Center?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Parent-Infant Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4 (accredited), effective Nov 4, 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 Parent-Infant Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #747 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Parent-Infant Center last inspected?

Dec 23, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Parent-Infant Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $99.00 for newborn, $99.00 for infant, $99.00 for young toddler, $88.85 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Parent-Infant Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Parent-Infant Center INC.

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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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