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Sunrise Ost at Morton Elementary

2501 S 63rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19142 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 1

Sunrise Ost at Morton Elementary is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 19 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (8 of 19). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #833 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 63% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #833 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1 Core-safety citations
18 Other citations
3 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
19 citations from 3 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 6, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 6, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 14, 2024 · Inspection · citation found
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 6
Health & medication 2
Background checks 1
Transportation 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, several facility persons were out of compliance with CPSL, the violations are as follows: The file of facility person #1 did not contain a completed NSOR clearance. The file of facility person #2 did not contain a completed NSOR clearance, and the required out of state clearances. The file of facility person #3 did not contain a completed NSOR clearance. The file of facility person #4 did not contain a completed FBI clearance, and a completed NSOR clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “HR will audit staff files, they will check with employees on receipt of the clearance in the mail. Staff person #1, #2, #3, and #4 were pulled from the site and replaced by staff members with complete files.”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, the last documented review of the emergency plan was dated 03/11/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “Site Director will document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan after revisions are made.”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, the file of facility person #1 did not contain a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2025): “Director HR will have staff member provide them with their health assessment and TB test before they can return to work.”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, the file of facility person #1 and #2 did not contain a health assessment that including a tuberculosis screening.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “All staff will provide a health assessment with initial TB screening result prior to starting childcare facility. Staff #1 and #2 were pulled from their positions and replaced by staff with complete files.”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, there was no documentation of an emergency drill being conducted in the last year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “Staff will complete annual emergency drill immediately.”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, documentation stated that the last fire drill conducted by the facility was on "07/2025".
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “Fire drill will be completed and fire log updated.”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, the last notification to local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility was dated 10/01/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “Notify local traffic safety authorities annually of the facility and program use of pedestrian and vehicular routes near the facility.”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, the copy of the comprehensive general liability insurance on file was dated 04/17/24-04/17/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2025): “Provider will keep a current copy of the insurance certificate on file at the Sunrise OST at Morton office onsite.”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, the file of facility person #1, #2, #4 and #5 did not contain verification of education and training prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “Facility person #1, #2, and #4, were removed from their childcare position. Received verification of education from staff #5.”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, the file of facility person #1, #4, and #5 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to their suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “Facility person #1, and #4 were pulled from their childcare positions. Two written references were obtained from staff #5.”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, the facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by the parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2025): “Provider will post the QR code for parents to access OCDEL regulations and listing of ELRC 18 staff with instructions on how to contact them.”
Citation Dec 12, 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)
During the renewal inspection on 12/12/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the files for child #1. The file did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2025): “We will have the parent sign consent for emergency medical care. Child is no longer enrolled at the facility.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection on 12/12/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the files for child #1. The file did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2025): “We will have the parent sign consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Child is no longer enrolled at the program.”
Citation May 14, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)
On May 14, 2024, during the initial inspection, the emergency plan reviewed did not include a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2024): “Will look at the regulation and provide an update to include language.”
Citation May 14, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
On May 14, 2024, during the initial inspection, the emergency plan reviewed did not include a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2024): “Will look at the regulation and provide an update to include language.”
Citation May 14, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On May 14, 2024, during the initial inspection, there was no evidence that staff person # 1 received training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2024): “Will do a walk through and review the plan with the staff.”
Citation May 14, 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)
On May 14, 2024, during the initial inspection, the record reviewed for staff person # 1 did not include verification of education to qualify the staff person for the position performing. (Assistant Group Supervisor)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2024): “Get a copy of diploma and put in file”
Citation May 14, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
On May 14, 2024, during the initial inspection, the record reviewed for staff person # 1 did not include verification of age for the staff person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2024): “A copy of the ID will be placed in the file.”
Citation May 14, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On May 14, 2024, during the initial inspection, the record reviewed for staff person # 2 did not include two written references. (There was one reference in the record)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2024): “Contact previous employer to obtain.”

“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.

About this center

Capacity —
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Dec 6, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Apr 4, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Sunrise Of Philadelphia INC
Phone (215) 952-2730
State certificate # CER-00249601
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Common questions

Has Sunrise Ost at Morton Elementary had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Oct 6, 2025 (background checks): “On 10/06/25, during the renewal inspection, several facility persons were out of compliance with CPSL, the violations are as follows: The file of facility person #1 did not contain a completed NSOR clearance. The file…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Sunrise Ost at Morton Elementary?

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

What is Sunrise Ost at Morton Elementary’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Apr 4, 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 Sunrise Ost at Morton Elementary compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #833 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Sunrise Ost at Morton Elementary last inspected?

Oct 6, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Sunrise Ost at Morton Elementary?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Sunrise Of Philadelphia INC.

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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