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Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC

5718 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 · Philadelphia County
6 core-safety citations in last 12 months 2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 2

Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 21 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 74 violations, 12 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (20 of 74). 21 citations came in the last 12 months, including 6 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,084 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 86% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #1,084 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
12 Core-safety citations
62 Other citations
8 Inspections
2 Complaint investigations that found violations
74 citations from 10 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 21 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 11, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 11, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 21, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 24, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 7, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Sep 10, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 18, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 20, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Jun 27, 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

Records & paperwork 20
Health & medication 13
Training & qualifications 11
Building & playground safety 10
Emergency preparedness 7
Staff ratios 4
Supervision 4
Background checks 3
Other standards 1
Caregiver conduct 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
In review of staff files at a follow up inspection on Friday, 09/11/26, staff person 1 file failed to include a staff health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 16, 2026): “Staff person 1 has provided a health assessment.”
Citation Sep 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
In review of staff files at a follow up inspection on Friday, 09/11/26, staff person 1 file failed to include TB results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “Staff person 1 provided TB results.”
Citation Sep 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
In review of staff files at a follow up inspection on Friday, 09/11/26, staff person 1 file failed to include 2 years of experience caring for children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 16, 2026): “Verification of child care experience has been provided for staff person 1.”
Core safety Aug 21, 2026 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During a compliant inspection on Friday, 08/21/26, cert rep observed facility out of ratio. There was 1 staff member with 7 children (1 infant, 1 older toddler, 1 PS, 3 YSA and 1 OSA). The parent of the infant child was also present at the facility. This is continued non-compliance from the renewal inspection on Friday, 07/24/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “Facility is now in ratio due to two staff members arriving at the facility. Facility will maintain staff:child ratio always.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Core safety Aug 21, 2026 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Two facility persons present in facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(a)
During a compliant inspection on Friday, 08/21/26, cert rep observed 1 staff person present at the facility with 7 children (1 infant, 1 older toddler, 1 PS, 3 YSA and 1 OSA).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “A second staff arrived at the facility. Two staff members will be present at the facility when 2 or more children are in care, always.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Core safety Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person 3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person 3 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. Staff updated pediatric CPR only.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2026): “Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person 3 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS, who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available…”
Core safety Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include current PA State Police clearance. PA State Police included in file was last completed on 07/16/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2026): “Staff person 1 will be removed from a child care position at the facility until current CPSL clearance is received.”
Core safety Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises 55 Pa. Code §3270.52/3270.113(a)(2)
During renewal inspection on Friday, 08/24/26, cert rep observed a staff member with 8 children (1 OT, 1 PS, 2 YSA and 4 OSA), while other staff were preparing meals in the food prep area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “Each staff will be present with their care group at all times to maintain staff:child ratio.”
Core safety Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Lifeguard training/supervision 55 Pa. Code §3270.115(a)(6)
Director disclosed to cert rep that facility was participating in swimming without a certified lifeguard employed by the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2026): “Facility has stopped participating in swimming effective 07/10/26.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)
Staff person 2 had not been trained on the facility's emergency plan at the time of the renewal inspection on Friday, 07/24/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2026): “Staff person 2 received training on the emergency plan on Friday, 07/24/26.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During renewal inspection on Friday, 07/24/26, cert rep observed an outlet in the lower-level child care space did not have a protective receptacle cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2026): “Facility corrected violation by placing outlet cover in outlet.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection on Friday, 07/24/26, cert rep observed damaged paint on the walls in the lower-level child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 16, 2026): “Chip paint on wall will be repaired.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
During renewal inspection on Friday, 07/24/26, cert rep observed children failed to wash their hands before meals was served.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “Staff will ensure children will wash their hands before meals.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
In review of emergency plan documents, facility failed to have conducted an annual drill on the emergency plan procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2026): “A drill on the emergency plan procedures will be conducted.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
In review of health and safety documents, staff person 3 failed to have completed pediatric first aid. Staff completed pediatric CPR only.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2026): “Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person 3 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS, who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available…”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
During renewal inspection on Friday, 07/24/26, cert rep observed a written daily schedule failed to be posted in the lower-level child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2026): “A daily scheduled will be posted in the lower-level child care space.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Other standards
Vet's certificate required 55 Pa. Code §3270.118(c)
In review of required paperwork, facility failed to have verification of updated rabies vaccination for a pet cat at the facility. The last documented rabies vaccine was 07/15/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2026): “Verification of updated rabies vaccine will be placed on file.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
In review of children files, child 1 emergency contact and file failed to have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2026): “Emergency contact and file will be updated to include child 1 parent's signed consent for emergency medical care.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During renewal inspection on Friday, 07/24/26, cert rep observed children receiving care failed to have their emergency contact information present in the childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2026): “Emergency contact information was placed in the childcare space.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
In review of children's files, child 1 and 2's emergency contact information failed to be reviewed and updated within a six-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2026): “Emergency contact information will be reviewed with parents of child 1 and 2.”
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
In review of children files, child 1 file failed to have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2026): “File will be updated to include child 1 parent's signed consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.”
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Core safety Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
In review of staff files, staff person 2 file failed to have a completed PA state police. File contained request for the PA state police clearance. Staff person 3 file failed to contained FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff persons 2 and 3 will be remove from a child position at the facility until required CPSL documents are provided.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
During renewal inspection on Monday, 06/30/25, cert rep observed facility failed to have the emergency plan posted in area accessible to parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Emergency plan will be posted in area accessible to parents.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection on Monday, 06/30/25, cert rep observed cleaning materials under the sink in the 2nd level bathroom, accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Cleaning materials was removed from under the sink and placed in an area inaccessible to children.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces/Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)/3270.75(c)
During renewal inspection on Monday, 06/30/25, cert rep observed a first aid kit was not located in the 2nd level child care space. First aid kit for the 2nd level child care space was located in kitchen area. First aid kit failed to contain all required items.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Missing items was placed in first aid kit and placed in child care space.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During renewal inspection on Monday, 06/30/25, cert rep observed the second level bathroom door was unclean and trash, debris and other items was in the outdoor play space causing possible tripping hazards when in use by chidlren.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Bathroom door will be cleaned, and outdoor play space will be cleaned and items not childcare related will be removed from space.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During renewal inspection on Monday, 06/30/25, cert rep observed rest equipment in used failed to be labeled with child's name and cot list failed to be posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Cot chart will be updated to identifying child' assigned cot/crib and cot chart will be posted.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
In review of children's file, child 2, a preschooler, file failed to have an updated health report. Health report contained in child's 2 file was last completed on 02/20/4.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2025): “An updated heath assessment will be provided by parent.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
During renewal inspection on Monday, 06/30/25, cert rep observed a child and staff failed to wash their hands after a diaper change.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2025): “Staff and children will wash their hands after a diaper change or use of the bathroom.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Record include X-ray results and evaluation/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)(ii)/3270.192(3)
In review of staff files, staff person 3 provided a health assessment with a positive TB result. No further evaluation for chemoprophylaxis, such a chest x-ray, was documented in staff's file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff will not return to facility until chest x-rays or other medical documentation verifying staff is free from communicable tuberculosis.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
In review of fire safety documents, facility failed to have conducted a fire drill within 60 days. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 01/28/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Facility will conduct a fire drill.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
in review of children's files, child 1, enrolled more than 60 days, file failed to contain an initial health report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2025): “Parent of child 2 will provide a health report.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
In review of staff files, Staff person 4 file failed to contain verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff person 4 will provide verification of education.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Vet's certificate required 55 Pa. Code §3270.118(c)
In review of pet files, facility failed to have a copy of updated rabies vaccination certificate for a cat at the facility. The last documented rabies vaccine was 01/31/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “A copy of rabies vaccination will be placed on file.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
In review of children's files, child 1, enrolled 6 months or more, failed to have a service report proving information about the child's growth and development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “A child service reports will be completed for child 1.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)
In review of children's files, child 1 emergency contact form failed to include who will be contacted in an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Emergency contact information will be updated for child 1.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
In review of children files, child 1 and 2 emergency contact and file failed to have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2025): “Child 1 and 2 emergency contact and file will be updated to include parent's signed consent for emergency medical care.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During renewal inspection on Monday 06/30/25, cert rep observed children receiving care failed to have their emergency contact information present in childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Emergency contact information for each child receiving care will be placed in each childcare space.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
In review of children files, child 1 and 2 file failed to have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2025): “Child 1 and 2 files will be updated to include parent's signed consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
In review of staff files, staff person 5 file failed to include two nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 27, 2025): “Staff person 5 will provide two nonfamily references.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
In review of staff files, staff persons 1 and 4 failed to have completed 12 hours of annual professional development training. Staff 1 and 4 file only contained 11 hours of annual training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff persons 1 and 4 will complete remaining annual training hours.”
Core safety Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises 55 Pa. Code §3270.52/3270.113(a)(2)
During an unannounced inspection on Tuesday, 09/10/24, cert rep observed a staff in the outdoor play space with 5 children (1 infant, 1 older toddler and 3 preschoolers). Cert rep also observed a staff member leave their assigned group out of ratio leaving a staff member with 9 children (2 infants, 1 young toddler, 1 older toddler and 3 preschoolers).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2024): “Facility will maintain staff: child ratios at all times.”
Core safety Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
During an unannounced inspection on Tuesday, 09/10/24, cert rep observed staff not properly supervising children, 1 staff leaving their group out of ratio and a staff was observed on their phone.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2024): “Children will be supervised at all times. Staff will be physically present with the children in their assigned care group at all times.”
Core safety Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
In review of staff files, staff person 1 failed to have updated child abuse clearance included in file. Child abuse clearance contained in file was last completed on 05/24/19. Staff person 3 file failed to have a completed PA state police. File contained the request for the PA state police clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “Staff persons 1 and 3 will be remove from a child position at the facility until required CPSL documents are provided.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/17/24, cert rep observed half door, between the 2nd level childcare space and kitchen area, was damaged with a hole, on the 2nd level childcare space had an area with cluttered toys and a trash bag of balls. The outdoor play space had debris from trees, a corner area was cluttered with items and there was an unused refrigerator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Repairs will be made to door, back childcare space will be cleaned and organized, and outdoor play space will be cleaned and items not childcare related will be removed from space.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/17/24, cert rep observed chip and damaged paint throughout the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Repairs will be made to the chip and damaged paint.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/17/24, facility failed to have written hand washing signs posted in the bathrooms and sinks addressing when a staff person and child must wash their hands.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “Hand washing signs was posted in bathrooms and sinks.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair/Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)/3270.104(a)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/17/24, cert rep observed in the 2nd level childcare space, two damaged preschool tables.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Tables will be repaired or removed from childcare space.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/17/24, cert rep observed rest equipment failed to be labeled with child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “A chart will be created identifying child' assigned cot/mat.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No styrofoam 55 Pa. Code §3270.108(c)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/17/24, cert rep observed facility using Styrofoam products when serving food.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Styrofoam bowels and plates will be removed from facility.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
In review of children's file, child 2, a preschooler, file failed to have an updated health report. Health report contained in child's 2 file was last completed on 10/18/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2024): “An updated heath assessment will be provided by parent.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)
In review of children's files, child 2, enrolled more than 60 days, file failed to include documentation of polio vaccinations, as required based on the child's age, per the ACIP recommended schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2024): “Child 2 will not return to facility until the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/17/24, cert rep observed a child and staff failed to wash their hands after using the restroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Staff and children will wash their hands after the use of the bathroom and before eating.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
In review of facility's emergency plan, emergency plan failed to provide accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2024): “The facility's emergency plan will be updated to include accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
In review of emergency plan documents, facility failed to have conducted an annual drill on the emergency plan procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Facility will conduct a drill on the emergency plan procedures.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
In review of facility's emergency plan, emergency plan failed to address where staff and children will shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “The facility's emergency plan will be updated to address where staff and children will shelter at a location away from the facility premises.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
In review of emergency plan and health and safety documents, facility's emergency plan failed to include statement regarding continuity of operations and shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment policy failed to address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2024): “Emergency plan will be updated to include a statement addressing continuity of operations and a policy will be SBS/AH policy will be updated to include prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
In review of health and safety documents, staff person 1 had not completed health and safety professional development training updates required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe, 12/30/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2024): “Staff person 1 has completed required 1 hour health and safety update.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff person - 18 yrs. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(b)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/17/24, cert rep observed a facility person included in the staff: child ratio who did not meet the age qualifications to be a staff person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “Staff person will now be a volunteer.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii)
In review of staff files, staff person 3 has not completed updated pediatric First Aid/CPR, from a PQAS-approved trainer and PQAS-approved curriculum. Pediatric First Aid/CPR contained in staff file was last completed on 06/16/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Staff person 3 will complete updated pediatric first aid/CPR”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)
In review of health and safety documents, staff persons 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety topics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Staff persons 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 will have until 08/17/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home…”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
In review of staff files, staff persons 2 and 5 file failed to have verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children prior to employment at the facility. Staff persons 3 and 4 file failed to include verification of education and 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children prior to employment at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2024): “Staff persons 2 and 5 provided childcare verification verifying 2 years of worked experienced with children. As of 08/03/04 staff person 4 is no longer employed at the facility. Staff person 3 has been placed on suspension until verification of education has been provided to facility.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
In review of children files, child 1 emergency contact and file failed to have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Emergency contact and file will be updated to include parent's signed consent for emergency medical care.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/17/24, cert rep observed children receiving care failed to have their emergency contact information present in childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “Emergency contact information was placed in each childcare space.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/17/24, cert rep observed facility failed to have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions, posted in the childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions will be posted in in each childcare space.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
In review of children files, child 1 and 2 file failed to have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Files will be updated to include parent's signed consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include 2 letters of references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Staff will provide 2 letters of reference.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
In review of staff files, staff persons 1, 3, 4, 5 and 6 failed to have completed 12 hours of annual professional development training. Staff person 1 file contained 4 hours of annual training, staff person 3 file contained 4 hours of annual training, staff person 4 file contained 10 hours of annual training, staff person 5 file contained 5 hours of annual training and staff person 6 contained 10 hours of annual training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 10, 2024): “Staff will complete annual training hours.”
Citation Jul 18, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
File Record for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not include a valid Health assessment completed within the past 24 months
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “File Records for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4 were updated to include a valid Health assessment completed within the past 24 months”
Citation Jul 18, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
File records for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not include a current certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “File records for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4 were updated to include a current certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.”
Citation Jul 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
File Records for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 did not include emergency contact information that included health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “File Records for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 were updated to include emergency contact information that included health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
Citation Jul 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
File Records for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3,Child #4 and Child #5 did not include emergency contact information that included the name and addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “File Records for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3,Child #4 and Child #5 were updated to include emergency contact information that included the name and addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Core safety Jan 20, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
Staff #1 allegedly left a child in the basement area alone as a punishment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2023): “Staff #1 was immediately terminated and removed from the priemises,Police was called and the Dc # was given to parent of the child. Child abuse hotline was contacted by both the parent and Owner/Director”
Core safety Jan 20, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
Staff #1 allegedly put a child in the basement area of the facility as punishment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2023): “Staff #1 was immediately terminated and removed from the premises, Police was called and the Dc # was given to parent of the child. Child abuse hotline was contacted by both the parent and Owner/Director”

“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 Aug 21, 2026 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jan 20, 2023 Complaint investigation
2 violations 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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $85.83 $75.72
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $80.49 $70.27
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $75.00 $70.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $70.23 $69.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $80.55 $80.55
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $80.55 $80.55

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 21 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate dated through Sep 25, 2026 (renewal pending)
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Jan 7, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 586-4820
State certificate # CER-00243772
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Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 12 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 21, 2026 (staff ratios): “During a compliant inspection on Friday, 08/21/26, cert rep observed facility out of ratio. There was 1 staff member with 7 children (1 infant, 1 older toddler, 1 PS, 3 YSA and 1 OSA). The parent of the infant child was…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC?

Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations 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 Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Jan 7, 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 Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,084 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC last inspected?

Sep 11, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $85.83 for infant, $80.49 for young toddler, $75.00 for older toddler, $70.23 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Phenomenal Minds Daycare Center LLC.

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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