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Striving Babies Thrive

2418 W York St, Philadelphia, PA 19132 · Philadelphia County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Striving Babies Thrive is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 57 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it twice. The state cited 26 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (7 of 26). 11 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,138 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 95% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 95% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #1,138 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
3 Core-safety citations
23 Other citations
2 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
26 citations from 3 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 11 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 16, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 16, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 26, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citation May 20, 2025 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 7
Building & playground safety 6
Records & paperwork 5
Health & medication 3
Background checks 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed during 4 staff files and the files for: 1. staff #3 did not include mandated reporter training or the PA state criminal clearance. 2. The file for staff #4 3 South Dakota clearances. *Staff #3 and staff #4 were also working alone with children during the renewal inspection despite not having the proper clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Provider will obtain the mandated reporter training and the PA state criminal clearance for staff #3 along with the 3 South Dakota clearances for staff #4. Until the clearances and trainings are received, staff #3 and staff #4 will no longer be at work. Another staff person will fill in for the…”
Core safety Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative did a facility walkthrough and staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 were working unsupervised despite not having the proper qualifications to work alone.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 4, 2026): “Provider will ensure that staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 are always supervised while working with children.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain a record of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Provider will train staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 on the facility's emergency plan.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(e)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the file for child#3 did not have an updated health report or immunizations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2026): “Provider will obtain a physical with immunizations for child #3.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2 and staff #4 did not include a staff physical and health assessment. The files for staff #3 and staff #4 did not have TB test results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2026): “Provider will obtain a physical and health assessment for staff #2 and staff #4 and also get the tb results for staff #3 and staff #4.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain the required health and safety professional development training(s).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2026): “Provider will have staff #2 take the required health and safety trainings and have Staff #3 and 4 always supervised until the training is completed.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr and first aid training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2026): “Provider will provide staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 with a PQAS approved pediatric cpr& first aid training given by a PQAS certified provider and place a record of the training in the staff's file.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #2 and staff #3 did not include fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Provider will have staff #1, staff #2 and staff #3 trained in fire safety training.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the files for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not include an agreement date on the agreement forms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Provider will include the admission dates for for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files for staff #3 and staff #4 did not include employment verification. The files for staff #2 and staff #4 did not include verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Provider will obtain employment verification for staff #3, staff #4 and verified education for staff #2 and staff 4 that confirms that they have the required amount of experience for their assigned positions and put it in their files.”
Citation Apr 16, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff#2,staff #3 and staff #4 did not include two non-family references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Provider will obtain two non-family references for staff #1, #2, staff#3 and staff #4”
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Core safety May 20, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During the initial inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the files for staff #3 and staff #8 is missing the PA criminal/state police clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Staff #3 and staff #8 will be suspended from work and will not return until they obtain their PA state criminal history clearances.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the initial inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the files for staff #7 and staff #8 did not contain a record of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will train staff #7 and staff #8 on the facility's emergency plan.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No business simultaneous use 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(f)
During the initial inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through, and the basement area on the left of the stairs was not set up for its intended use, there was just two tables in the area. What was described as the after school area,in front of the stairs, had highchairs, infant buggies and infant furniture and it appears to also be used as a storage area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will have the basement areas set up in a way that is suitable for its intended use.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
During the initial inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through, and the gate in the outdoor area on the stairs is broken.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will repair or replace the broken gate.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible/Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)/3270.66(b)
During the initial inspection, certification representative did a facility walk through, and the maintenance room door in the hall has toxic materials inside and is unlocked, making the toxic materials inside accessible to children. There was a paint can and hand sanitizer in the landing area at the top of the stairs of the after school area, the maintenance room doors in the area to the left of the stairs in the basement are unlocked and there's toxins, saws,screwdrivers and other construction tools accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2025): “Provider will remove all toxins and other unsafe materials out of the reach of children and repair/lock doors that contain hazardous materials and tools.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
During the initialal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and there was chipped paint and areas in disrepair throughout the facility in the following areas: 1.Chipped paint through out the infant room on doors and walls, toddler room, the monkey bars and middle train in outdoor play area, stalls and doors of bathroom in the basement area on the right, and throughout the after school area. 2. There are damages/disrepair in the following areas: the ceiling tile in the hallway above the door is damaged and the bathroom in the hall has broken tile on wall in front of toilet. In the infant room there are soiled baby chairs, a soiled changing table cover,cracked tiles near the sink, the sink is broken and there are ceiling tiles that are damaged and slightly hanging. In the toddler room on the right side of the hall there are buckling and holes in the floor,missing and loose tiles with areas of the floor taped up and walls windows in disrepair, The area on the left of the stairs in the basement has a broken maintenance room door and the after school area in front of basement stairs has broken electrical sockets throughout: the wall near the exit has…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will do all of the necessary repairs or repainting throughout the facility indoor and outdoor childcare spaces.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During the initial inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the toilet near the wall in the basement bathroom is loose.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will repair or replace the loose toilet.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During the initial inspection, certification representative did a facility walk through, and the fire exit door in the preschool room was obstructed by chairs and the fire exit door in the rear of the basement,in the after school area was locked.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2025): “Provider will keep the egress doors unlocked and accessible during business hours. (The basement egress was unlocked on site and the chairs were removed from the preschool area on site)”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During the initial inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the files for staff #5 AND STAFF #8 did not have a health assessment or TB test results. The file for staff # 7 is missing TB results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will obtain tb results for staff #7 and get both the health assessments and TB results for staff #5 and staff #8.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the initial inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the files for staff #3,staff #4, staff #5 and staff #8 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will have staff #3,staff #4, staff #5 and staff #8 trained in a PQAS certified pediatric cpr and first aid course given by a PQAS certified instructor.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed during 8 staff files and the files for staff #5 and staff #8 did not include mandated reporter training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will ensure that staff #5 and staff #8 takes mandated reporter training and place a copy in the staff files.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During the initial inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #1,staff #2,staff #3,staff #4,staff #5,staff #6 and staff #7 was missing a verification of childcare experience and the file for staff #5, staff #6 and staff #8 did not include the verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will obtain proof of education and experience for staff #5 and staff #6 and get the proof of education for staff #8 and obtain proof of childcare experience for staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the initial inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff #2,staff #3, staff #4, staff #5 and staff #6 did not contain 2 written non family references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2025): “Provider will obtain two non family references for staff #1, staff #2,staff #3, staff #4, staff #5 and staff #6 and put into their personnel file.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(g)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #3, staff #4, staff #5,staff #6,staff #7 and staff #8 did not contain the required health and safety professional development training(s).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will have staff #3, staff #4, staff #5,staff #6,staff #7 and staff #8 take the required health and safety trainings.”
Citation May 20, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the initial inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include 12 hrs of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “Provider will have staff #1 take the required 12 hrs of childcare trainings and place the record of the trainings in their staff 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) $80.00 $50.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $80.00 $50.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $60.00 $45.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $50.00 $40.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $55.00 $35.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $45.00 $25.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $45.00 $25.00

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 57 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jun 26, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 12, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Striving Babies Thrive
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 223-0333
State certificate # CER-00259823
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Common questions

Has Striving Babies Thrive 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 Apr 16, 2026 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed during 4 staff files and the files for: 1. staff #3 did not include mandated reporter training or the PA state criminal clearance. 2. The file for…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Striving Babies Thrive?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Striving Babies Thrive since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Striving Babies Thrive’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Oct 12, 2025. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does Striving Babies Thrive compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,138 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 95% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Striving Babies Thrive last inspected?

Apr 16, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Striving Babies Thrive cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $80.00 for newborn, $80.00 for infant, $60.00 for young toddler, $50.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Striving Babies Thrive?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Striving Babies Thrive.

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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