Seeds of Excellence Childcare Center
Seeds of Excellence Childcare Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 52 children. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 18 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 113 violations, 17 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (35 of 113). 17 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 #890 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the inspection on 7/15/26 facility person #1 was observed at the facility and they did not have a signed disclosure statement, State police clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, DHS FBI clearance, NSOR clearance, mandated reporter training.
During the inspection on 7/15/26 the cots in the Second Floor classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
During the inspection 7/15/2026 facility person #1 was observed at the facility cleaning but did not have a file record established.
During the inspection on 7/2/26 evidence of infestation (a roach) was observed in the kitchen.
During the inspection on 7/2/26 the first-aid kit in the Second Floor classroom was missing gloves.
During the inspection on 7/2/26 the second floor classroom was observed having a crack in the wall area above the window and below the ceiling
Staff person #1-- does not have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training
During the inspection on 7/2/26 the file record for staff #2 did not include a current written evaluation.
During the inspection on 7/2/2026 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 7/2/26 the file records for child # 1,2 and 3 did not include a 6-month child service report/observation providing information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.
During the inspection on 7/2/2026 the file records for child # 2 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 5/28/26 staff person #1 was observed providing for direct child care services and their file included a health assessment that was not dated.
During the inspection on 5/28/26 the last fire drill observed on file was 3/4/26.
During the inspection on 3/31/26 staff person #1 was observed vaping in the outdoor play space.
During the inspection on 12/22/25 in the second floor bathroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 127.6° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
During the inspection on 11/14/25 an electrical outlet in the first floor classroom was observed not having protective receptacle covers inside of them.
During the inspection on 11/14/2025 the file record for staff person #1 did not include an initial health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 9/9/24 (date of hire: see code sheet).
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Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 9/29/25 staff person# 2 was observed leaving three children unsupervised alone in the first floor bathroom at 9:13 am.
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 9/29/2025 a can of fruit was observed uncovered in the refrigerator..
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 9/29/25 the file record for child #1 did not include a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant obtained from the parent.
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection 9/29/25 the file records for staff person # 1 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 staff person #2 was observed at approximately 9:33 am with 11 children, the youngest child was an infant.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 11 children were observed alone unsupervised by facility staff in the first floor classroom at approximately 9:32 am. At 9:34 am child #6 was observed going from the first floor to the second floor unsupervised. At 10:06 at child #6 was observed alone unsupervised by facility staff in the second floor back room.
During the inspection on 8/4/2025 the file record for staff person #2 included a staff health assessment (dated: 8/5/2025). Via phone call on 8/28/25 the date of the health assessment for staff person#2 dated 8/5/2025 could not be confirmed by the CRNP's office.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file record for staff person #2 did not include annual emergency plan training.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the first-aid kit in the First Floor classroom was missing tape.
During the inspection on 8/4/2025 the file record for staff person #2 included a staff health assessment (dated: 8/5/2025). Via phone call on 8/28/25 the date of the health assessment for staff person#2 dated 8/5/2025 could not be confirmed by the CRNP's office.
During the inspection on 8/4/2025 a container of diced peaches was observed without a lid or cover.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file record for #child #4 did not include a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant obtained from the parent.
During the inspection on 8/4/2025 two sippy cups in the second floor refrigerator were observed not labeled.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 child #5 was observed drinking a bottle in the bouncy seat.
During the inspection on 8/4/2025 the fire drill log was observed and there was no record that an emergency drill was conducted.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the last fire drill observed on file was 2/4/25.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the legal entity's insurance did not cover the persons who are on the premises (the facility's address was not included on the policy)
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file records for child #1 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file record for child #5 did not include an agreement that specified the date on which the fee is to be paid.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file records for child # 2, and 5 did not include an agreement that specified the child's arrival and departure times.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file record for child # 5 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file record for child #5 did not include the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file records for child # 4, and 5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file records for child #4 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During the inspection 8/4/25 the file records for staff person # 1 and 2 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the inspection on 6/9/25 staff persons#1 and 2 had 11 children on the second floor, the youngest child was 1 years old.
During the inspection on 6/9/2025 child #1(infant) was observed sleeping in an apparatus (baby swing).
During the inspection on 6/9/25 16 children were observed in the main room on the first floor, the capacity is 14.
During the inspection on 3/6/25 staff person # 2 and 3 were observed with 12 children on the first floor, the youngest child was an infant.
Ongoing noncompliance- During the inspection on 3/6/25 in the second floor bathroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 122.4° F, in an area accessible to children in care.
Continued Non-Compliance: On 1/29/25 a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff person #3,4 and 5-- had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid & CPR Training). The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 2/13/25. On 3/6/25 an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff person #3,4 and 5-- still has not completed the following required pre-service training: (Pediatric First Aid & CPR Training)
During the inspection on 3/6/2025 the second floor classroom did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child # 1 and 2 receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 child# 6 and 9 were observed leaving the first floor classroom alone unsupervised going into the kitchen. Child #9 was observed coming from the second floor classroom alone unsupervised downstairs to the first floor to classroom at 9:30 am. Staff person #2 was observed leaving 4 children alone unsupervised with the DHS representative while they went outside, into the kitchen and then into another classroom at approximately 10:25 am.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file record for staff person #1 did not include current emergency plan training.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 in the first floor bathroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 110.5° F, in an area accessible to children in care.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the second floor bathroom was observed having a sink and tub that were not clean (the sink and tub were soiled with stains).
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file records for child #1 and 3 did not include an updated/current health assessment.
During the inspection on 1/29/2025 staff person #4 was observed conducting a diaper series of 1 child, child #10 and did not wash the child's hands after being diapered. Staff person #4 did not wash their hands after diapering a child.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the last fire drill observed on file was 7/4/24
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file records for child #7 did not include an initial health assessment.
Staff person #3,4 and 5--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid & Training).
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the facility did not have general liability insurance on file.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the second floor classroom did not have a daily schedule posted.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file records for child #11 and 12 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file record for child # 2 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 1/29/2025 the second floor classroom did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child # 10 and 11 receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file records for child#1, 6 and 7 did not include a review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
During the inspection on 1/29/2025 the file records for child # 1 and 7 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
During the inspection 1/29/25 the file records child# 1 and 7 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
As a result of the investigation on 11/6/2024 it was determined that child #1 accessed Desitin and rubbed it all over their clothes due to lack of supervision on 10/21/24.
As a result of the complaint investigation on 11/6/24 it was determined that a parent said that staff person #1 inappropriately touched one of their children, the operator did not report the alleged abuse.
During the inspection on 11/6/24 staff persons #2 and 3 were observed with 11 children in the Toddlers classroom and the youngest child was a young toddler (one year old).
As a result of the complaint investigation on 11/6/24, staff person #4 was observed on video footage with a parent yelling and using harsh tones and profanity in the presence of children on 10/22/24.
As a result of the complaint investigation on 11/6/24 it was determined that a child had to be rushed to the hospital on 5/8/24 and the facility notify the appropriate regional office within 24 hours of the child in care at the facility was hospitalized or received emergency room treatment.
As a result of the complaint investigation on 11/6/24 it was determined that child #1 accessed a toxic (Desitin cream) that states "Keep Out of Reach of Children" and rubbed it all over their clothes.
During the inspection on 11/6/24 staff person #2 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include an initial health assessment and TB test results.
During the inspection on 11/6/2024 the file records for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
As a result of the complaint investigation on 11/6/24 it was determined that a child had to be rushed to the hospital on 5/8/24 and the facility did not complete an incident report and did not give it to the parent the day of the incident.
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 8/26/24 staff person #2 was observed alone with 10 children, the youngest was an infant.
Ongoing-noncompliance- During the inspection on 8/26/24 staff person #2 was observed alone with 10 children, the youngest was an infant.
During the inspection on 8/26/24 cots in the first floor classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
Ongoing non-compliance - Staff person #1--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid & CPR).
Ongoing noncompliance- During the inspection on 8/26/2024 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 8/26/2024 the second floor room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #1 receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 staff person #2 was observed providing direct child care and their file included a DHS FBI clearance that expired (date of clearance: 5/28/19) Staff Person #2--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 staff persons #2 and 6 were observed with 15 children the youngest was an infant, in the first floor front room.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file record for staff person #5 did not include emergency plan training.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 a potty chair was observed with urine in it.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the files for child # 1,3 and 5 included a health assessment that 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 and it did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 staff person # 5 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include an initial health assessment.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the first floor front room was observed having 16 children receiving direct child care, this room is measured for 14 children at any one time.
Staff person #3,4,5,6--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid & CPR).
During the inspection on 7/26/2024 the file records for staff person #6 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the 2nd Floor front classroom did not have a daily schedule posted.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file records for child #2 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file record for child # 6 did not include an agreement that specified the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file records for child # 6 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file record for child #5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file records for child #4, 5 and 6 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file records for child # 1 and 2 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 7/26/2024 the first floor front room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #2,8 and 9 receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space.
During the inspection on 7/26/2024 child #8 was observed receiving direct child care but did not have an individual record at the facility.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file records for child #4 and 6 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the facility was not in compliance with their certificate of compliance, the facility had 10 children under the age of 2.5 years old on the first floor of the facility. The certificate of occupancy states " 1st floor daycare up to 5 children under 2.5 years of age permitted."
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection, there was no evidence that staff #1 was trained in the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
On February 5, 2024, during an initial inspection, protective receptacle covers were missing in the second-floor main front childcare space.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection, Men's body wash was observed in an unlocked closet accessible to children on the first floor in the infant section of the room.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection a broken table, shoe cubby and debris were observed on the third-floor roof top, staff lounge exit.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection, peeled paint was observed on the first-floor infant cribs.
On February 05, 2024, during the initial inspection on the second floor, handwashing signs with the written requirements was not posted at the sink in the second floor back classroom.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection, there was a box containing trash sitting in the stairway of the first floor which was obstructing the front exit.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection the back second floor childcare space did not include a sufficient amount or variety of play equipment and materials.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection documents upon request were not produced to determine if the facilities play composite structure and embedded outdoor equipment surface is in compliance with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection documents upon request were not produced to determine if the facilities Infant cribs on the first floor, front childcare space is in compliance with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection, the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment.
“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
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.
Enforcement actions
Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.
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Common questions
Has Seeds of Excellence Childcare Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 17 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 Jul 15, 2026 (background checks): “During the inspection on 7/15/26 facility person #1 was observed at the facility and they did not have a signed disclosure statement, State police clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, DHS FBI clearance, NSOR clearance…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Seeds of Excellence Childcare 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.
How does Seeds of Excellence Childcare Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #890 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Seeds of Excellence Childcare Center last inspected?
Jul 15, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
Who runs Seeds of Excellence Childcare Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Armoni Abney.
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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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