The Creative School is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 32 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 11 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for records & paperwork (5 of 11). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #196 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing documentation of the yearly emergency drill being conducted at the facility.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed facility emergency plan had not been sent to the proper local municipality contact.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing documentation concerning shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, child maltreatment, strategies for dealing with a crying or fussy child, and continuity of operations on file at the facility.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed out of date fire safety training in the file of Staff 1.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed out of date mandated reporter training in the file of STaff 1.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing handwashing sings in the bathroom at the facility.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing signage regarding the emergency transportation plan at the facility.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing 6 month update signatures to the emergency contact forms in the files of Child 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing 6 month update signatures on the agreement forms in the files of Child 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
During the renewal inspection on 07.19.23, there was no protective receptacle cover in the electrical outlet located on the right side wall of the first floor classroom.
During the renewal inspection on 07.19.23, there was no protective receptacle cover in the electrical outlet located on the right side wall in the first floor classroom.
“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) | $60.00 | $40.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $60.00 | $40.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $60.00 | $40.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $58.00 | $38.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $58.00 | $38.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $44.00 | $44.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $44.00 | $44.00 |
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
Common questions
Has The Creative School had any serious violations?
No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 11 other citations, listed above.
Have there been complaints about The Creative School?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Creative School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is The Creative School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Feb 21, 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 The Creative School compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #196 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was The Creative School last inspected?
Jul 28, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does The Creative School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for newborn, $60.00 for infant, $60.00 for young toddler, $58.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs The Creative School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Creative School.
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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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