Petit Carrousel Childcare LLC
Petit Carrousel Childcare LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 26 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 26 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (11 of 26). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #732 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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Child 1 and child 2 were missing an observation from their file.
Child 2 did not have an emergency contact inside their file.
Staff 1 was missing 2 reference letters.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan. The emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed diaper cream and A&D ointment accessible. Corrected onsite
Annual emergency drill was not documented and on file at the facility.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed kids files. Child 1 and 2 were missing child service reports.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 2 was missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
File record for Child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
File record for Staff #1 did not include acceptable verification of education or training
Show 17 older citations
On June 28, 2023, certification representative conducted an unannounced monitoring visit. At the time of the visit staff person #1 continued to leave out of the classroom leaving children unattended. (Continued noncompliance).
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection staff person #2 left staff person #3 alone with seven children (the youngest child was seven months old).
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection staff person #1 continued to leave out of the classroom leaving children unattended.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Staff located in the infant/toddler room #2 had not been assigned primary care groups to have responsibility for supervision of specific children.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The hot water temperature in the children's bathroom sink was 116° F.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit in classroom #1 did not contain a water bottle. The first aid kit in classroom #2 did not contain tweezers, a water bottle or emergency contact forms.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #3 did not have an updated health assessment.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, or children with chronic medical conditions.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have a completed emergency drill log available.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan did not include a Lockdown plan.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facilities emergency plan had not been sent to the local municipality.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The annual written letter for local traffic safety authorities was outdated.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2 and #3 did not have Health and Safety training.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not have CSR assessments.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact for child #2 did not include health insurance coverage policy number.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact for child #1, #3 and #5 did not include the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 did not have identification with address or date of birth on file.
“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) | $67.83 | $55.61 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $67.83 | $55.61 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.49 | $52.27 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $59.41 | $49.42 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.23 | $46.81 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.55 | $39.22 |
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 Petit Carrousel Childcare LLC 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 May 30, 2023 (staff ratios): “On May 30, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection staff person #2 left staff person #3 alone with seven children (the youngest child was seven months old).” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Petit Carrousel Childcare LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Petit Carrousel Childcare LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Petit Carrousel Childcare LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Jan 5, 2026. 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 Petit Carrousel Childcare LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #732 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Petit Carrousel Childcare LLC last inspected?
May 13, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Petit Carrousel Childcare LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.83 for newborn, $67.83 for infant, $63.49 for young toddler, $59.41 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Petit Carrousel Childcare LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Petit Carrousel Childcare 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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