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The School of Righteous Minds LLC

6311 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144 · Philadelphia County
4 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

The School of Righteous Minds LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 39 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 35 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 35). All 35 came in the last 12 months, including 4 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #823 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 #823 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
4 Core-safety citations
31 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
35 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 35 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 4, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 4, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 3, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 13, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 26, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Oct 22, 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

Records & paperwork 12
Building & playground safety 10
Health & medication 4
Training & qualifications 3
Supervision 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Background checks 1
Staff ratios 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 4, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No insects or rodents 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(c)
During the inspection on 6/4/26 an infestation of ants was observed near the front door entrance and near the children's belongings. Ants were observed crawling in and near children's shoes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2026): “Ant spray has been sprayed by the front entrance door.”
Citation Jun 4, 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)
During the inspection on 6/4/26 the file for staff person #1 included a health assessment that did not state if the staff person had a physical examination and it did not include an initial tuberculin skin test and the results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2026): “Staff person updated their file and got current results.”
Citation May 6, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
During the inspection on 5/7/26 the outdoor play space was observed being unrestricted from unsafe areas or conditions. Exposed brick was observed broken and crumbling.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “TSORM has replaced the broken gate. TSORM will have the holes cemented and filled in.”
Citation May 6, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the inspection on 5/7/2026 toxics (potting soil) was observed accessible to children on the window seals of the Infant/Toddler classroom and the Preschool Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “TSORM has cleaned up the soil from the flower pots.”
Citation May 6, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(b)(1)
During the inspection on 5/7/26 the file records for child #1 and 3 did not include an initial health assessment. The file record for child #2 did not include an updated health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 22, 2026): “Children parents had provided the correct physicals.”
Citation May 6, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
During the inspection on 5/7/26 it was determined that the facility does not have a director present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week. Staff person #1 was not present for unannounced inspections that occurred on 2/26/26, 3/13/26, 4/3/26 and a renewal inspection that occurred on 5/7/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “TSORM has hired another director.”
Citation Apr 3, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the inspection on 4/3/2026 the Toddler/Preschool room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #1 receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Provider added the emergency contact information for child #1 to the Toddler/Preschool Room during the inspection.”
Core safety Mar 13, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #2-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2-- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised (Pediatric First Aid Training & CPR)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2026): “A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Mar 13, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
Continued Noncompliance Citation-During the inspection on 2/26/26 staff person #3 was observed with 5 children, the youngest child was an infant. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated that TSORM will assure that all children stay in their proper classroom. When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level) by 2/26/26. Current Observation: During the inspection on 3/13/26 staff person #2 was observed with 14 school agers alone, the youngest child was a young school age child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “TSORM plans to take Supervision: Staff: Child Ratios training to remain in compliance with ratio. TSORM will be in ratio at all times”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Mar 13, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During the inspection on 3/13/26 two cribs in the Infant Classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “TSORM plans to adjust cribs and give each cribs at least 2feet of space on all three sides.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 13, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Exceeding Capacity 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(h)
During the inspection on 3/13/26 staff person #2 was observed with 14 school age children in the school age classroom, the school age classroom capacity is 13.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “TSORM plans to remain in compliance with ratio and not exceed the capacity.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 13, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the inspection on 3/13/2026 the file records for staff person #1 and 2 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2026): “TSORM has inserted the staffs child care experiences in their files.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Mar 13, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
Continued non-compliance- During the inspection on 2/26/2026 the Infant, Toddlers, and School Age room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for the children receiving care in the space. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated that TSORM placed emergency contacts in each classroom by 2/26/26. Current observation: During the inspection on 3/13/2026 the Infant, Toddlers, and School Age room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for the children receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Emergency contacts are placed in each classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 13, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
Continued Noncompliance Citation- During the inspection on 2/26/26 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated that TSORM hung plan back up with more secured tape by 2/26/26. Current Observation: During the inspection on 3/13/26 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Emergency transportation plan has been posted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Mar 13, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 3/13/2026 the file record for staff person#1 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2026): “References has been inserted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #4 and 5-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 and 5-- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (staff person #4- Pediatric First Aid & CPR Training and Staff person#5- Pediatric First Aid & CPR training, Health & Safety Training).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 2/26/26 the file for staff person #1 included an outdated disclosure statement. Staff person #4 was observed providing direct child care and their file included a child abuse clearance for volunteer purposes and it did not include a NSOR clearance. Staff person#5 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include a child abuse clearance and NSOR clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Staff person #1 will update their file to include the appropriate disclosure statement. Staff persons #4 and 5 were removed from providing direct child care at the COB 2/26/26. Staff persons #4 and 5 will not provide direct child care at the facility until CPSL requirements are fulfilled.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During the inspection on 2/26/26 staff person #3 was observed with 5 children, the youngest child was an infant.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 13, 2026): “TSORM will assure that all children stay in their proper class room. When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the inspection on 2/26/26 the file records for staff person #1,3, 4 and 5 did not include emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “TSORM staff has signed and dated emergency plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the inspection on 2/26/26 in the bathroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 117° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “TSORM will have water checked by maintenance.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 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)
During the inspection on 2/26/26 the file for staff person #1 did not include an acceptable health assessment. Staff person #3 was observed providing direct child care and their file included a health assessment that did not include the suitability of working in child care and results of examination of communicable diseases. Staff person #4 and 5 were observed providing direct child care and their files did not include an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “The staff health assessments were corrected and placed in files.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
During the inspection on 2/26/26 the small classroom was observed as being an office. The classroom was not set up for active child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2026): “TSORM has changed their classroom to an office space and not a classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
During the inspection on 2/26/26 the file records for staff person #1, 3 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Child care experiences were added to file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During the inspection on 2/26/26 the file records for child # 1 and 2 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “TSORM will assure that all parents fill agreements out properly.,”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the inspection on 2/26/26 the file record for child # 1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Parent added all designated pick up persons information.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the inspection on 2/26/2026 the Infant, Toddlers, and School Age room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for the children receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 13, 2026): “TSORM placed emergency contacts in each classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the inspection on 2/26/26 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 13, 2026): “TSORM hung plan back up with more secured tape.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
During the inspection on 2/26/2026 the file record for child # 2 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Parents signed off on file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the inspection 2/26/26 the file record for child#2 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “All forms were completed by parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)
During the inspection on 2/26/2026 the file record for staff persons #3, 4 and 5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Forms were properly filled out.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
During the inspection on 2/26/26 the file record for staff persons # 3,4, and 5 did not include verification of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Verification page was added and fixed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 2/26/2026 the file records for staff person#3, 4 and 5 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2026): “Staff non family references were added.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 22, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Space safe for large muscle activity 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(c)
During the inspection on 12/3/25 the outdoor play space did not have a gate/barrier to prevent children from going into unsafe areas outside.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2025): “TSORM has put the proper gate on outdoor play are to keep all kids safe.”
Citation Oct 22, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the inspection on 12/3/25 electrical outlets were observed not having protective receptacle covers inside of them.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider added protective outlet covers to the electrical outlets that were uncovered during the inspection.”
Citation Oct 22, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Glass 55 Pa. Code §3270.81
During the inspection on 12/3/25 the facility's front door and side door did not have a visual strip or other visual identification placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2025): “TSORM has placed visual strips on all glass doors.”
Citation Oct 22, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
During the inspection on 12/3/2025 the evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2025): “TSORM had posted the evacuation routes in its proper places.”
Citation Oct 22, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
During the inspection on 12/3/25 the facility did not have a current annual fire inspection report or monthly testing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2025): “TSORM has uploaded the annual fire inspection.”
Citation Oct 22, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During the inspection on 12/3/2025 the facility did not have information on how to access the regulations electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2025): “TSORM has posted the QR code in the entry way to easily access the regulations electronically with instructions to contact the appropriate regional child care office.”

“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 Dec 4, 2025
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.) $84.00 $62.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $79.00 $59.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $75.00 $57.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $71.00 $55.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $55.00 $55.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $55.00 $55.00

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 39 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jun 4, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jun 18, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator The School Of Righteous Minds LLC
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 307-9304
State certificate # CER-00256941
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Common questions

Has The School of Righteous Minds LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Mar 13, 2026 (supervision): “Staff person #2-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2-- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised (Pediatric First Aid…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about The School of Righteous Minds LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The School of Righteous Minds LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is The School of Righteous Minds LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jun 18, 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 School of Righteous Minds LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #823 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 The School of Righteous Minds LLC last inspected?

Jun 4, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does The School of Righteous Minds LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $84.00 for infant, $79.00 for young toddler, $75.00 for older toddler, $71.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs The School of Righteous Minds LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The School Of Righteous Minds LLC.

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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