The Magic Years LLC
The Magic Years LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 143 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 46 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (13 of 46). 8 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 #814 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the inspection on 7/13/26 the first-aid kit in the School Age classroom was missing soap.
During the inspection on 7/13/26 the cots in the Pre K-4 and Older Toddler did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
During the inspection on 7/13/26 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a current health assessment.
During the inspection on 7/13/26 the file records for staff #1 did not include a current written evaluation.
During the inspection on 7/13/2026 the Pre-K 3, Summer Camp and Young toddler classroom did not have all of the emergency contact information present in a child care space for the children receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 4/10/26 staff person #1 was observed providing direct child care and their file included state police clearance for volunteer purposes and an outdated signed disclosure statement.
During the inspection on 4/10/26 in the sink in the PS-3 classroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 114.1° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
During the inspection on 4/10/2026 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 8/29/24 (date of hire: see code sheet).
During the inspection on 7/17/25 in the bathroom of the Pre-K 3 classroom the hot water temperature measured 121.9° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
During the inspection on 7/17/25 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 9/23 (date of hire: see code sheet).
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During the inspection on 10/23/24 three children were observed sleeping in an apparatus (bouncy sleep).
During the inspection on 7/24/24 the file record for child # 1 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and 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 7/24/24 the file record for staff person #1 included a health assessment that did not include an initial TB test result.
During the inspection on 7/24/24 the file record for child # 2 did not include an agreement that specified the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. The file record for child # 2 and 3 did not include an agreement that specified the child's arrival and departure times.
During the inspection on 7/24/24 the file record for child # 2 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Staff person #3-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3-- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Health & Safety Training).
During the inspection on 11/27/2023 the file record of staff person #2 did not include a FBI clearance.
During the inspection on 11/27/2023 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 2/2/22 (date of hire: see the code list).
During the inspection on 11/27/2023 the file records for staff person #1,2 and 3 did not include verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 11/27/2023 the toddler room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #1 receiving care in the space. The Preschool room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #2,3 and 4 receiving care in the space. The Pre-K room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #5 receiving care in the space.
As a result of the investigation conducted on 11/27/2023 it was determined that staff person #1 squeezed/restrained child #1 in between their legs.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file record for staff person #7 did not include emergency plan training.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the indoor PlaySpace was observed with excess equipment and materials in the area stored as storage. The PlaySpace was not safe for large muscle activity.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the facility was observed having missing ceiling tiles and tile that were not in good repair.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the cot for child #6 in the Infant/Toddler Classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file records for child # 2, 3and 5 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. The file records for child #2, 3 and 5 did not include a health assessment that included 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 8/2/2023 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address prevention of shaken baby syndrome, volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.
Staff person #2-- has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 7/21/2018.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file record for staff person #7 did not include verification of childcare experience, and education prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file record for child#6 did not include a completed financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent. The file record for child #5 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file records for child # 6 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file records for child #1 and 3 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file records for child # 6 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 8/2/2023 the Infant/ Toddler room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #6 and 7 receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 8/2/23 the file record for child#3 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 8/2/2023 the file records for child #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 8/2/2023 the file record for staff person#7 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the file records for staff person #4 and 7 did not include the required updated one-hour health and safety training.
During the inspection on 8/2/2023 the facility did not information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
During the inspection 8/2/2023 the file records for staff persons # 2 and 4 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
DURING RENEWAL INPSECTION ON OCTOBER 13, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #2 DID NOT CONTAIN AN FBI CLEARANCE. THE RECORD OF STAFF #3 CONTAINED AN FBI CLEARANCE OBTAINED THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AND THE RECORD OF STAFF #4 DID NOT CONTAIN A RECEIPT FOR SUBMISSION OF THE NSOR VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE.
DURING RENEWAL INPSECTION ON OCTOBER 13, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT IN THE MIDDLE AND BACK PRESCHOOL CHILDCARE SPACES.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 13, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #2 DID NOT INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF CURRENT AND VALID PEDIATRIC FIRST-AID AND CPR WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.
DURING RENEWAL INPSECTION ON OCTOBER 13, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #3, AND 4 DID NOT CONTAIN TWO WRITTEN, NONFAMILY REFERENCES FROM INDIVIDUALS ATTESTING TO THE PERSON'S SUITABILITY TO SERVE AS A FACILITY PERSON.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 13, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #1 DID NOT INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 20, 2021, THE RECORD OF STAFF # 1 (HIRED 3-4-19) CONTAINED A PDE FBI CLEARANCE, WHICH IS NO LONGER ACCEPTED UNDER THE CPSL.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 20, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AN AREA OF CHIPPED PAINT IN THE YOUNG TODDLER ROOM.
“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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $50.00 | $42.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $50.00 | $42.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $50.00 | $42.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $47.00 | $40.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $46.00 | $26.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $46.00 | $26.00 |
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 Magic Years LLC 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 Apr 10, 2026 (background checks): “During the inspection on 4/10/26 staff person #1 was observed providing direct child care and their file included state police clearance for volunteer purposes and an outdated signed disclosure statement.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about The Magic Years LLC?
Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations 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.
What is The Magic Years LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jun 29, 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 Magic Years LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #814 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was The Magic Years LLC last inspected?
Jun 22, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does The Magic Years LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $50.00 for infant, $50.00 for young toddler, $50.00 for older toddler, $47.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs The Magic Years LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Magic Years LLC.
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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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