Top Notch Tots Child Care
7770 Dungan Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19111 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months
3 complaint investigations found violations
Keystone STAR 3
Top Notch Tots Child Care is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 170 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 3 complaint investigations. The state cited 54 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (19 of 54). 9 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 #864 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 66% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #864 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
3
Core-safety citations
51
Other citations
9
Inspections
3
Complaint investigations that found violations
54 citations from 12 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 6, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Building & playground safety
19
Records & paperwork
10
Training & qualifications
7
Emergency preparedness
5
Health & medication
5
Food & feeding
3
Transportation
2
Staff ratios
1
Caregiver conduct
1
Supervision
1
Citations, newest first
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During unannounced visit, certification rep observed a group of 29 children with 5 staff members in the outdoor play space. The age of the youngest child was 1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “Once certification representative complete the child count, the facility director immediately started to help keep the children into their complaint groups of no more than 10 children and assigned designated staff to restore the required 1:5 ratio. All staff received corrective action plan and were…”
Citation
Dec 4, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Certification rep observed Lysol wipes accessible in the older toddler bathroom, preschool 2 classroom and the young school age bathroom had a bottle with cleaning solution accessible. The infant room had medicated powder and ointment accessible.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2026): “During the inspection provider placed the Lysol wipes and medicated powder out of reach and inaccessible to children.”
Citation
Dec 4, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The water temp in the bathroom inside Preschool was 116° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Provider put in a request with maintenance on Friday 12-5-25 to have the hot water heater adjusted.”
Citation
Dec 4, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The wall in the first bathroom inside the first stall needs repair. The baseboard in the older school age room needs repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Provider put in a request with maintenance to repair/ replace baseboards in school age room along with the staff repair in the first bathroom.”
Citation
Dec 4, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Certification rep observed chipped paint in the second bathroom and playroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2026): “Provider put in a request with maintenance to have the chipped paint in the 2nd bathroom and playroom fixed.”
Citation
Dec 4, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The changing table mat in the preschool 2 bathroom is ripped exposing the foam,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Provider replaced the changing pad in the preschool bathroom.”
Citation
Dec 4, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
the temperature of the refrigerator in young toddlers was 50° F, the refrigerator in preschool was 49° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2026): “Provider placed the thermometer toward the middle back of the fridge instead of hanging at the front of the door.”
Citation
Dec 4, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
46 or more children- additional group sups 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(e)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. The facility has 94 children enrolled and 2 group supervisors. The facility is missing 1 group supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “Effectively immediately, the facility has initiated an additional qualified group supervisor to meet the required staffing level. In the interim, a qualified administrative staff member who meets group supervisor qualifications has been scheduled to cover group supervisor duties to ensure…”
Citation
Dec 4, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
Staff 1 was missing acceptable verification of experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 24, 2025): “Provider will obtain proper document of staff experience.”
Citation
Sep 5, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During unannounced visit certification rep observed staff 1 working with children. Staff 1 did not have their file on site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2025): “Provider sent staff home for the day and could not return until all required documents for staff file was obtained.”
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Citation
Jul 28, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
During unannounced visits 7-11-25, 7-21-25, 7-25-25, 7-28-25), director was not on site. Unable to verify the director's hours.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2025): “Director will make sure to follow work schedule 6-12pm Monday-Friday.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up
Jul 28, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
46 or more children- additional group sups 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(e)
Continued non-compliance from 5-21-25: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. The facility has 108 children enrolled and 2 group supervisors. The facility is missing 1 group supervisors.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 4, 2025): “Group supervisor was hired and scheduled to start soon.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation
May 23, 2025
Complaint investigation
Food & feeding
Food 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(b)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed the food prep license. The license expired on 4-30-25
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 8, 2026): “Health department came 6/9/25 and said they would return with LER application. Food prep license submitted.”
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan. The emergency plan was missing continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “The provider added to their continuity of care that's already in place on how to access children files and pay staff. As per the certification reps”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep asked for emergency drill. Provider was missing annual emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Provider conducted emergency drill (lock down) on 05/22/2025”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Running water/ safe drinking water 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed Lysol, cleaning sprays and Fabreeze accessible in the Young school age and older school age room. Diaper cream was accessible in the bathroom near the two's room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2025): “Provider corrected on site and put cleaning and air freshers up and made sure they were not accessible to this child. Diaper cream was also corrected on site and placed above to keep out of the reach of children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the water temperature. The was temperature was 114° F for both sinks in the bathroom
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2025): “On 05/21/2025 provider put in a request for maintenance to come and turn the water temp down. Maintenance came on 05/22/2025 an fixed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
Young school age room was missing a first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “on 05/21/2025 Provider took the bin of first aid items that was in the young school age room and created an emergency bag.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During renewal inspection certification rep observed trash on the outdoor playspace.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Provider and staff along with the property managing's company's staff trash will be picked up and free from walkways.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the playroom. Certification rep observed plaster in the school age bathroom. Chipped paint was observed in the Prek room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2025): “Provider placed request for Maintenace to fix and the came to paint the following day.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed broken cover to toilet seat toilet seat.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “On 05/21/2025 maintenance request was called in and the toilet seat was repaired”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator in Two's room needs a thermometer
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Provider corrected on site 05/27/2025 with cert rep a new thermometer was given.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the medications in young toddlers. Child 1 was missing a medication log
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Child 1 had medication log on site it contained 2 medications on one log because the one was emergency use only.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed fire drill log. Last fire drill conducted was 3-18-25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “On 05/27/2025 center conducted a fire drill.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “On 05/27/2025 a review was conducted with staff #1.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
46 or more children- additional group sups 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(e)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. The facility has 108 children enrolled and 1 group supervisor. The facility is missing 2 group supervisors.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 28, 2025): “Provider has put the required 2 group supervisors in place.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 21, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 30 credits 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(1)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing high school diploma
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Staff #2 role with provider is an aid and is never alone with children. Staff #2 also has CDA and qualifies as assistant group supervisor.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jun 14, 2024
Complaint investigation
Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
Facilty did not have record of incidents that occured at the facility that lead to suspension/expulsion from the facilty
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2024): “Director informed center mangagement and staff that all observation reports, suspension letters, family meetings and incident reports are to be signed and 3 copies are to be made. The original will be kept in the child's office file, copy to the parent/guardian one in the classroom file”
Citation
May 21, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Certification Representative observed damaged plaster and damaged paint in the Preschool bathroom
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 14, 2024): “Director called the centers maintenance team before the close of business on 05/21/2024. The team came out to repair and chipped or peeling plaster/paint and make any other repairs, Bathroom was completely sanded, painted and repaired by 05/24/2024”
Citation
May 21, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
File Records for Staff #, Staff #, Staff #, Staff # did not include a current health assessment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 14, 2024): “Director gave staff until 06/07/2024 to obtain and updated physical. If they do not provide a completed physical by 6/7/2024 they will not be permitted into the building for any reason.”
Citation
May 21, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
File Record for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, Staff #5, Staff #6, Staff #7 did not include 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 14, 2024): “Director will provide staff with a list of offered training through PA KEYS before 05/24/2024. Staff 1-7 will have until 06/07/2024 to take the training and provide center director with proof of completion. Staff cannot return to work on 6/7/2024 if they do not have their 12 hours complete.”
No ridicule or threaten harm 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(c)
On July 20, 2023, certification representative completed a complaint investigation. According to witnesses, staff person #1 has argued with children and admit to teasing and mocking a child when he/she were crying. These actions happened in the classroom in front of the other children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2023): “Provider will get the staff person the proper training and additional support pertaining to handling children with special needs and behavioral challenges.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There were electrical outlets uncovered located in the indoor gym space and toddler classroom. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 4, 2023): “At the time of inspection, the provider covered all electrical outlets.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was hand soap on the sinks of classroom bathrooms. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 4, 2023): “At the time of inspection, all toxic items were placed up high out of reach of the children.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Hot water temperature located in the children's bathroom had a temperature of 122° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 22, 2023): “Provider will have maintenance adjust the hot water temperature.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit in the toddler room was missing a bottle of water. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 4, 2023): “At the time of inspection, provider added a bottle of water to the first aid kit.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency exit hallway located behind the prek classroom was dark with no lighting to see the pathway.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will contact landlord and have lighting put throughout the back exit hallway.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The sink located in the children's bathroom was clogged and water was not properly going down the drain.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will have maintenance repair the bathroom sink.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The highchairs located in the infant room was missing T-shaped safety straps.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will purchase and replace all missing T-shaped safety straps.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #4, #6 and #8 did not have an updated health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will have parents bring in updated health assessment.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Staff person #1 (infant classroom) did not wash the children's hands after diapering. In addition, staff person #2 (toddler classroom) did not wash the children's hands after diapering due to the sink not having water. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “At the time of inspection, staff person #1 changed another diaper and completed all diaper changing procedures correctly. Staff person #2 had supervisor add water to the sink and later washed all children hands.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Staff person #1 (infant classroom) did not wash her hands after diapering. In addition, staff person #2 (toddler classroom) did not wash their hands after diapering due to the sink not having water. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 4, 2023): “At the time of inspection, staff person #1 changed another diaper and completed all diaper changing procedures correctly. Staff person #2 had supervisor add water to the sink and later washed their hands.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Transportation
Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.178
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The vehicle used to transport children did not contain a first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will create a first aid kit and add it to the transportation vehicle.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have a completed emergency drill log available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will complete an emergency drill and document the information.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have proof that the emergency plan had been sent to their local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will deliver current emergency plan to the local municipality and keep documentation on file.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)/3270.171(c)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have an annual letter notifying the local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will create a letter to the local traffic safety authorities and post it at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8 did not have updated child growth and development assessments on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 22, 2023): “Provider will have staff complete child growth and development assessments for the children.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
On May 5, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #3 did not include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will have parents add release people to the fee agreement.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact for child #1, #4 and #5 did not include either the name, address or the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will have parents update the emergency contacts.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact for child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will have parents add missing information to the emergency contacts.”
Citation
May 4, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #2 was outdated. In addition, the fee agreement for child #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8 was outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will have parents update the children's emergency contact forms and fee agreements.”
Citation
May 4, 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)
On May 4, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #2, #6 and #8 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child or signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will have parents update the children's emergency contact forms.”
Citation
Jun 27, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
On 6/27/22 at renewal inspection cert rep observed that the files of staff persons # 1-8 did not contain verification that staff completed first aid/CPR using an approved curriculum and trainer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2022): “Provider will obtain verification that staff persons # 1-8 completed pediatric first aid/CPR using an approved curriculum and trainer. Staff will not work unsupervised until training is complete.”
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
On 6/15/22 at complaint investigation certification rep observed that staff person # 2 did not know the names and whereabouts of the children's in her group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2022): “Staff person # 2 will know the names and whereabouts of the children in her assigned group at all times.”
Citation
Jun 15, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
On 6/15/22 during a complaint investigation cert rep observed that staff person #1 did not wash children's hands after diapering.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2022): “Provider will retrain staff on handwashing requirements.”
“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
Violation found
May 23, 2025
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Jun 14, 2024
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Jul 20, 2023
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
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.
Enforcement actions
Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade
Aug 20, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $82.00 | $77.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $82.00 | $77.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $77.00 | $73.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $73.00 | $73.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $69.00 | $62.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $69.00 | $60.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $69.00 | $60.00 |
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
170 children
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Jan 7, 2027
Operator
CSRD LLC
Hours
Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–11:59 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 722-1567
State certificate #
CER-00253115
Common questions
Has Top Notch Tots Child Care had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 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 May 6, 2026 (staff ratios): “During unannounced visit, certification rep observed a group of 29 children with 5 staff members in the outdoor play space. The age of the youngest child was 1.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Top Notch Tots Child Care?
Pennsylvania lists 3 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 Top Notch Tots Child Care’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 3, effective Dec 14, 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 Top Notch Tots Child Care compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #864 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Top Notch Tots Child Care last inspected?
May 6, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Top Notch Tots Child Care cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $82.00 for newborn, $82.00 for infant, $77.00 for young toddler, $73.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Top Notch Tots Child Care?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is CSRD LLC.
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Soans Christian Academy
7912 Dungan Rd, Philadelphia · under 0.1 mi away · 255 spots More citations than most Land of Happy Kids 3
1401 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia · 0.6 mi away · 37 spots More citations than most Prolific Young Treasures Childcare LRNG CTR LLC
1100 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia · 0.7 mi away · 40 spots More citations than most Prolific Young Treasures Child Care Learning CTR 2
1016 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia · 0.7 mi away · 48 spots Fewer citations than most Seven Wonders Daycare
7816 Halstead St, Philadelphia · 0.8 mi away · 36 spots About typical A Step Ahead Day Care II
7806 Castor Ave, Philadelphia · 0.8 mi away · 27 spots No citations
7912 Dungan Rd, Philadelphia · under 0.1 mi away · 255 spots More citations than most Land of Happy Kids 3
1401 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia · 0.6 mi away · 37 spots More citations than most Prolific Young Treasures Childcare LRNG CTR LLC
1100 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia · 0.7 mi away · 40 spots More citations than most Prolific Young Treasures Child Care Learning CTR 2
1016 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia · 0.7 mi away · 48 spots Fewer citations than most Seven Wonders Daycare
7816 Halstead St, Philadelphia · 0.8 mi away · 36 spots About typical A Step Ahead Day Care II
7806 Castor Ave, Philadelphia · 0.8 mi away · 27 spots No citations
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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