Safe Haven Program
7500 Woodbine Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19151 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months
Keystone STAR 2
Safe Haven Program 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 5 times. The state cited 34 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (8 of 34). 18 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 #977 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 #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
6
Core-safety citations
28
Other citations
5
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
34 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 18 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 19, 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
Records & paperwork
8
Emergency preparedness
4
Health & medication
4
Building & playground safety
3
Food & feeding
3
Transportation
3
Training & qualifications
3
Supervision
2
Staff ratios
2
Background checks
2
Citations, newest first
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, certification rep. observed a child go to the restroom unsupervised. The child also went into the cafeteria to speak with another child being picked up by the parent unsupervised.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “The coordinator and director held an immediate emergency meeting to review the supervision policy with staff. The meeting was held on 12/17/25.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, there was not written agreement between the school and childcare program's legal entity documenting the school process for the disposal of hazardous materials and biological contaminants. All trash cand did not have lids. The program did now have evidence of a emergency plan that addresses continuity of operations. Cleaning materials and other toxics were accessible le to the children throughout the program.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “The program has created and implemented a written agreement between the school and the after-school program that outlines the procedures for proper disposal of hazardous materials and biological contaminants. All staff were trained on the new procedures along with the school district”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
On 12/19/25. during the renewal inspection, the operator had no evidence of a emergency plan posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “The emergency plan was posted the information board for parents and staff review.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, the cleaning materials and other toxic materials were accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “School janitorial team secured all cleaning supplies to make them inaccessible to the children.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection. there was no emergency numbers posted of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center posted by each telephone in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “The emergency numbers are posted in the information board and inside of each classroom binders.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, there was no operable thermometer in the refrigerator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “An operable thermometer was placed in the refrigerator and temperature was verified.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, there were no evidence of a posting ensuring staff and children hands are washed before meals and snacks, and after toileting.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Handwashing signs were posted at each bathroom sink. Handwashing postings were also posted on the information board upon entrance.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Transportation
Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(b)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, the operator did not have evidence of their drop off and pick up procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “The pickup and drop off procedures were posted on the information board.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, the operator was unable to show evidence that the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency was sent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Evidence of the emergency plan receipt of delivery to local municipality has been placed in the information emergency plan binder.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Food 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(b)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, the certification rep. observed the food sitting out with cleaning products on the same table.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Cleaning products (dishwashing center) to wash tables clean was removed.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, the operator was unable to show evidence that the local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Annual letter to traffic safety authorities has been posted on information board.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Director or designated staff person responsibility 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, the director was unable to present evidence that the program conducted fire drills.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “The director obtained the fire drill log and posted the log on the information board.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, the provider was unable to produce a copy of the comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “The liability insurance was obtained and posted on the information board. The liability insurance will also be maintained on the electronica file system for the program.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
On 12/25/25, during the renewal inspection, the director did not have access for each individual children records enrolled at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “The children records will be maintained in each classroom binder. The coordinator will maintain a binder with all required site documents. The full complete file will be maintained at the headquarter office for the\e certification rep to review.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
On 12/25/25, during the renewal inspection, the director did not have access to the record for each individual facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Employee records will now be available electronically for review and access for certification rep. The full file for each staff will be maintained at the main office off the facility premises for review as well.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Building Codes 55 Pa. Code §3270.15(b)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, there was no evidence of a certificate of occupancy at the physical building and on file to verify compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “A copy of the certificate of occupancy has been obtained and posted on our information board.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, there was no evidence of the certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “The certificate of compliance has been posted on the information board for parents to review.”
Citation
Dec 19, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
General requirements for facility persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(d)
On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, the provider was unable to present that one or more facility persons competent in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Documentation of staff with first-aid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques have been placed in each staff individual files.”
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Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises 55 Pa. Code §3270.52/3270.113(a)(2)
On 1/13/25, during the renewal inspection, certification rep. observed one staff person with 41 children by themselves, while other the other staff helped with the food program in the kitchen.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2025): “The director will meet with all staff about procedures when staff call out, and proper supervision at all times.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On 1/13/25, during the renewal inspection, certification rep. observed all trash cans without closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2025): “The provider brought a plastic disposable lid for each trash can in use by the program. All disposable lids will be replaced weekly.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off at specified areas 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(d)
On 1/13/25, during the renewal inspection, there was not pick up and discharge locations specified by the facility as safe locations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2025): “The director implemented a new pick up and discharge procedures. All staff were trained on the new policy, and all parents were informed of the new procedures.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
On 1/13/25, during the renewal inspection, child #1 did not have evidence of an agreement form in the child records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 5, 2025): “The director will review all children records to make sure all required documents are complete and in each children record.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 2/5/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #4 did not have an updated FBI clearance in the individual staff records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Staff person #4 has obtained an updated FBI clearance. Documentation will be documented in the staff person's file.”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 2/5/24, during the renewal inspection, classroom # 4 staff could not identify all the specific children in their group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Program directors has developed a classroom responsible check off list for classroom binders. All teachers will refer and complete the responsible groups daily.”
Citation
Feb 5, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
On 2/5/24, during the renewal inspection, there were no postings or assurance that the children hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Handwashing signs were placed in all bathrooms. The sign was also placed in classroom binders.”
Citation
Feb 5, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
On 2/5/24, during the renewal inspection, there were no postings or assurance that the facility persons hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Handwashing signs have been posted in all bathrooms. All classrooms binders have a handwashing sign as well.”
Citation
Feb 5, 2024
Inspection
Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
On 2/5/24, during the renewal inspection it was confirmed that the facility has no posted menu in a conspicuous location informing parents at least 1 week in advance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “New two week formats will be posted on parent board and teacher binders. Documentation of two week menu. All parents will receive a copy every two weeks.”
Citation
Feb 5, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
On 2/5/24, during the renewal inspection, evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Evacuation routes were placed in each classroom binders.”
Citation
Feb 5, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On 2/5/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person # 1,#2, #3, #4, and #5 did not have a updated health and safety training in their individual staff records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Documentation of staff person #1,#2,#3,#4, and #5 updated health and safety training was completed and placed in the individual staff file.”
Citation
Feb 5, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On 2/5/24, during the renewal inspection, staff person #1 did not have a record of an updated required annual fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Staff person #1 has completed the annual fire safety training on 12/31/23. The documents were placed in the staff persons file.”
Citation
Feb 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
On 2/5/24, during the renewal inspection, classroom #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not have written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Daily activity schedules was placed in each classroom binder.”
Citation
Feb 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
On 2/5/24, during the renewal inspection, certification rep. did not observe instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Information on how to reach the regional childcare office contact information has been placed on the parent board in the parent pick up and drop off area.”
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
Observed 2/9/2023 during pick up staff #1 had a total number of 21 children that they were supervising. Staff #2 left Staff#1 unattended during pick up procedures leaving staff#1 was out of ratio.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2023): “Weekly staff meetings/trainings have been set to reinforce ways to mitigate risk of harm and to make sure staff are vigilant when it comes to the supervision of children and youth. At meeting/trainings we will go over best practices of supervision and maintaining ratios and properly identify…”
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
THE FILE OF FACILITY PERSON # 2, DOES NOT CONTAIN AN UP TO DATE FBI REPORT REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL DATE 5/28/2015, THE FILE OF FACILITY PERSON #4 CONTAINS AN EXPIRED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING CERTIFICATE DATED 9/11/2016
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “Person # 2 obtained the FBI clearance result on 2/10/22. A copy of the certificate has been forwarded. Person # 4 completed and provided mandated reporter certificate on 3/10/22. A copy of the certification has been forwarded.”
“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.) | $36.00 | $36.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $36.00 | $36.00 |
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 (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Feb 16, 2027
Operator
To Our Childrens Future With Health
Hours
Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 879-7740
State certificate #
CER-00253055
Common questions
Has Safe Haven Program 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 19, 2025 (supervision): “On 12/19/25, during the renewal inspection, certification rep. observed a child go to the restroom unsupervised. The child also went into the cafeteria to speak with another child being picked up by the parent…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Safe Haven Program?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Safe Haven Program since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Safe Haven Program’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective May 18, 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 Safe Haven Program compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #977 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 Safe Haven Program last inspected?
Dec 19, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Safe Haven Program cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $36.00 for young school-age, $36.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Safe Haven Program?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is To Our Childrens Future With Health.
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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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