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Teensy Tots Playschool

8201 Stenton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19150 · Philadelphia County
3 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Teensy Tots Playschool is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 22 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 53 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (13 of 53). 14 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #898 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 69% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 69% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #898 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
7 Core-safety citations
46 Other citations
8 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
53 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 14 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 13, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 13, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Nov 5, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 17, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 26, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 16, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 8, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 21, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Apr 25, 2023 · 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 13
Training & qualifications 11
Health & medication 7
Background checks 6
Building & playground safety 6
Emergency preparedness 6
Transportation 2
Supervision 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Aug 13, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 did not contain the required FBI clearance information.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 21, 2026): “Staff person #1 will not return to work in a child care position until such a time when the record has been updated with the required FBI clearance information.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 13, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(3)/3270.182(1)
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 was lacking a current health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 21, 2026): “Provider will inform the parents of child #1 that their child will not be eligible to return to the program until such a time when they provide a current health assessment.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 13, 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)
At the time of the inspection the health assessment in the record of staff person #3 was dated 7/8/24)
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 21, 2026): “Provider will submit a current health assessment to be included in the record of staff person #3.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 13, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #3 ((5/22/25) was lacking documentation of the required fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 21, 2026): “Provider will update the record of staff person #3 with the documentation of the required fire safety training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 13, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #3 was lacking an evaluation for their first year providing care for children at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 21, 2026): “Provider will submit the updated record of staff person #3 including an evaluation for their first year providing care for children at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 13, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #2 did not have the current documentation of the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 21, 2026): “Provider will update the record of staff person #2 with documentation of the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Core safety Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection the following CPSL violations were observed; the record of staff person #1 was lacking a certification of Mandated Reporter Training. The record of staff person #2 was lacking Pennsylvania State Police Clearance and National Sex Offender Clearance Information Letter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will update the record of staff person #1 with certification of Mandated Reporter Training. Staff person #2 will not return to work in a childcare position until such a time when their record has been updated with both the Pennsylvania State Police Clearance and National Sex Offender…”
Core safety Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
At the time of the inspection staff person #1 was observed caring for a group of children by themselves; the record of staff person #1 was missing the proof of Pediatric first aid to qualify them for caring for children unsupervised.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “This staff member will obtain her Pediatric CPR training on 11/29/25 as her 90 day employment is approaching. Staff has been switched temporarily so that this staff member is not working independently, but rather with a Group Supervisor until this staff member has completed CPR.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
At the time of the inspection the wall in the rear room (painted green) had an area of peeling chipped paint near the closet on the west side of the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “I will immediately repair floors, walls, ceilings, and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space making certain there is no peeled or damaged paint or plaster on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.”
Citation Nov 5, 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)
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 was lacking a current valid health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Record of child #1's current valid health assesment has been obtained and placed in folder. It will be updated every twelve months”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 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)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #2 was lacking a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Document of staff person #2's current valid health assesment has been printed and placed in employee's folder.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #3 was lacking the proof of the annual fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will update the record of staff person #3 with the proof of the annual fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 contained only one of the required two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “The record of Staff person #1 will include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Reference obtained, placed in folder - emailed.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking the proof of the current annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Staff person#1 will obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training, proof will be placed in their record.”
Follow-up Oct 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
At the time of the inspection, certification representative was attempting to verify the implementation of the plan of correction and complete the renewal inspection. Continued noncompliance was observed; staff on site were not able to provide immediate access, to the staff files, to the certification representative so that they could conduct the renewal inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2025): “A staff person will provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
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Citation Sep 26, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
At the time of the renewal inspection, staff on site were not able to provide immediate access, to the staff files, to the certification representative so that they could conduct the renewal inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 3, 2025): “Provider will prepare the primary person in charge so that a staff person will provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jan 16, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking a complete disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “provider will update the record of staff person #1 with a complete disclosure statement.”
Citation Jan 16, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking the complete staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing, specifically the required two letters attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “Provider will update the record of staff person #1 with the complete staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing, specifically the required two letters attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Citation Jan 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 did not contain the consents for emergency medical care for the child and administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff, that are required prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Provider will update record of child #1 with the written consents for emergency medical care for the child and administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Core safety Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #3 was lacking a completed disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Disclosure statement signed by staff person #3 and placed in their staff record.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
At the time of the inspection the emergency plan of the facility did not have documentation in writing of the review and update of the emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “provider will review and document the emergency plan of the facility with documentation in writing of the review and update of the emergency plan.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking documentation of the date of the training regarding the emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “Training regarding the emergency plan was documented for staff person #1, same day.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
At the time of the inspection bottles for the children in care were not labeled with the child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “All bottles were labeled.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
At the time of the inspection the facility did not have proof of the annual inspection of the fire detection system, proving the operability of the system.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Owner will provide the facility with proof of the annual inspection of the fire detection system, proving the operability of the system.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
At the time of the inspection the provider did not have current valid proof of comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “General liability insurance was provided at the time of inspection. Proof was immediately accessed on-line and printed as requested by Inspector.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking proof of the annual firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Provider will update the record of staff person #1 with proof of the annual firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 and #3 were lacking the 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, Sep 4, 2024): “Policy and policy number obtained from parent of child #1 and #3 and now in file.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
At the time of the inspection the emergency contact form and financial agreement of child #2 had not been reviewed and updated in over 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “Reviewed emergency contact form and financial agreement with parent of child #2 and updated the record with obtained an updated signature on both documents.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 did not contain the consents required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “Consent signature obtained from parent of child #1 documentation now in their file.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of the inspection the acceptable completed proof of previous child care experience was not in the staff record of staff person #1
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Director will place proof of previous child care experience in the staff record of staff person #1”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #2 was lacking acceptable proof of educational level.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “Full size diploma for staff person #2 (with seal) was acquired and submitted to inspector.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking the proof of their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Provider will update the record of staff person #1 with the proof of their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Core safety Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection the records of the following staff persons had disclosure statements that were incomplete: staff person #2, #3, #4, #5, #7, #8. Staff person #6 and #8 were both missing the State police clearance information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “Provider will update the records of the following staff persons with completed disclosure statements: #2, #3, #4, #5, #7, #8. Staff person #6 and #8 will not return to work in a child care position until such a time when their staff records are updated with the State police clearance information.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
at the time of the inspection the records of the following staff persons did not have proof of the completion of the required emergency plan training. Staff persons #!, #5, # 6, #7
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “Provider will update the records of the following staff persons with proof of the completion of the required emergency plan training. Staff persons #!, #5, # 6, #7”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 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)
At the time of the inspection the records of child #2 and #3 were lacking current valid health assesments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “The operator will require the parent'd of child #2 and #3 to provide an updated health report in order for the child to return to the program.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of the inspection the staff records of staff person # 1, #2, #3, #4 and #8 were lacking the verification of child care experience to qualify them for the position they were holding at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “Provider will update the staff records of staff person # 1, #2, #3, #4 and #8 with the verification of child care experience to qualify them for the position they were holding at the facility.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “Provider will have the parents of child #1update health insurance coverage and policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
At the time of the inspection the provider did not have a separate copy of the emergency contact information present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “Provider did immediately generate copies of the emergency contact information and brought them to the child care space for children receiving care in the space.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 was lacking the consents required prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “The record of child #1 will be updated so that it will contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child as well as consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection record of staff persons #1, #2, #3, did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “Provider will update the staff records of staff person # 1, #2, #3, #4 and #8 with the two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
At the time of the inspection staff person #2, #6 had been serving the facility for over 90 days and has no proof of the completion of the required pediatric first aid training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “Provider will enroll staff person #2, #6 in the required pediatric first aid training as soon as possible: neither will return to duty until completed.”
Core safety Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain a complete PA Criminal Clearance. Additionally, signed disclosure statements were not observed in the files belonging to Staff #1 and #2 as required by CPS Law.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “PA Criminal clearance was obtained for Staff #1. Disclosure statements were signed by staff.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, Staff #1 and #2 files did not contain evidence of training regarding the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Provider will train Staff #1 and #2 in the facility's emergency plan.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, the facility's emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Provider will post the facility's emergency plan on the facility's parent board.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Space safe for large muscle activity/Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(c)/3270.63
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, the ramp leading to the outdoor play space does not contain a barrier restricting children from the attached parking lot. Additionally, the grassy play space does not contain a barrier restricting children from the attached parking lot where cars are present.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Unsafe areas on outdoor PlaySpace have been restricted. A gate has been installed on the grassy area and folding barrier was added below the ramp to ensure children do not run into the driveway.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces/Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)/3270.75(b)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, the back childcare space did not contain a first aid kit. Additionally, a first aid kit was observed accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet located in the front childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “First Aid kits purchased for outdooor play and back area. All kits are inaccessible to children.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, handwashing signs with the requirement of when to wash hands was not posted by each sink, toilet and diapering area in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Handwashing signs have been posted at each toilet, sink and diapering area as required.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Written plan/Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.124(e)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, a daily schedule was not posted in the front and back childcare spaces. A medical transport plan was not posted in the front childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Provider will post daily scheduled in each childcare space that plans the routines and activities of the children. A copy of the Medical Transport plan will be posted in the front childcare space.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 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)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, Staff #2 and Staff #3 file did not contain an initial health report. Staff #1 and Staff #2 file did not contain results of tuberculosis test dated within 12 months of initial hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “All staff files are complete with health assessments and tb test results on file.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(b)/3270.171(c)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, written safe routes and pick up/drop off pointes were not posted in a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Provider will establish safe routes and pick up/drop off procedures at the facility. A written copy of the safe routes and pick up/drop off procedures will be posted in a conspicuous location for families.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not contain accommodations for toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2023): “Provider updated emergency plan to include accommodations for toddlers.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, proof of installation date of facility's fire detection system was not on file as required by Fire & Panic Act 62.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2023): “Provider completed an attestation form noting the building was acquired with existing system. The panel was updated September 2022.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
On 4/25/23, at time of initial inspection, no evidence that the operator notified local traffic authorities 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, May 12, 2023): “Provider will notify 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.”
Citation Apr 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On 4/24/23, at time of initial inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain two written letters of reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “All staff files contain two letters of reference.”

“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.

Enforcement actions

Issuance of Provisional Certificate of Compliance at the time of Initial May 15, 2023
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate

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.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $60.00 $50.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $57.00 $47.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $55.00 $45.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $50.00 $40.00

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 22 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Nov 15, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Aug 13, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Teensy Tots Playschool
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 606-2566
State certificate # CER-00248381
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Common questions

Has Teensy Tots Playschool had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 7 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 13, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 did not contain the required FBI clearance information.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Teensy Tots Playschool?

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

What is Teensy Tots Playschool’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Aug 13, 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 Teensy Tots Playschool compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #898 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 69% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Teensy Tots Playschool last inspected?

Aug 13, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Teensy Tots Playschool cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for infant, $57.00 for young toddler, $55.00 for older toddler, $50.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Teensy Tots Playschool?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Teensy Tots Playschool.

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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