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Trice Day Care Centers LLC · 8123 Stenton Ave, Philadelphia

8123 Stenton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19150 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Trice Day Care Centers LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 25 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times. The state cited 23 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (6 of 23). 5 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 #383 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 69% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 69% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #383 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
5 Core-safety citations
18 Other citations
9 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
23 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 28, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 28, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 5, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Jun 5, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 7, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 18, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Oct 28, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 2, 2021 · 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 6
Health & medication 5
Building & playground safety 3
Background checks 2
Supervision 2
Training & qualifications 2
Staff ratios 1
Food & feeding 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Sep 28, 2026 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
The state police clearance of staff person #1 was incomplete at the time of the inspection
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 2, 2026): “Director will update the state police clearance of staff person #1, prior to them returning to a child care position at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 28, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
At the time of the inspection the first aid kit identified to be the one for the active room in the basement. was lacking gloves, scissors and soap.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 28, 2026): “A complete first-aid kit containing all of the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves, was brough to the active room in the lower level.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 28, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Child's name, birth date 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(1)
At the time of the inspection the emergency contact form in the room with the child was lacking the child's date of birth.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 28, 2026): “At the time of the inspection the emergency contact form in the room with the child was updated to include the child's date of birth.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 28, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
At the time of the inspection the emergency contact information for child #1 and child 32 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 2, 2026): “Provider will update the emergency contact information for child #1 and child #2 with health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jun 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
At the time of the inspection the facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Facility's current certificate of compliance was posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Core safety Jun 5, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
At the time of the inspection in the basement there were 9 children, including several 2-year old's, in the care of a single staff person
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 10, 2025): “Additional staff will be onboarded, and schedule will be modified, director will take groups when necessary, so that when children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group will determine the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the…”
Core safety May 7, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
At the time of the inspection the staff person in the one-year-old room left the children unsupervised for approximately less than one minute, so they could answer the door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2025): “Effective today, whenever the doorbell rings the staff will alert the director by walkie talkie and adjust primary care groups if needed, to assure all children are supervised when door is answered.”
Citation Sep 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
At the time of inspection, serval children were observed resting on cots that did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2024): “Administration is following the PA requirement, 3270.106, ensuring that all children's mats are 2 feet of space on all sides for each child's safety and hygiene during rest time. A drafted a communication tool was put in place to remind staff about this requirement. The children are now separated…”
Citation Sep 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
At the time of inspection, facility did not have hands-free covered can to dispose soiled disposable diapers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2024): “Trice Daycare 2 administration has purchased hands free diaper bins and trash receptacles for each classroom creating a more efficient, sanitary environment for both children and staff.”
Citation Sep 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
At the time of inspection, after diapering, staff person #1 did not immediately wash hands.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “Administration implemented a solid protocol for diaper changing. Person # 1 and all staff are reminded to adhere to the diaper changing chart it is crucial for maintaining the hygiene and safety of both children and staff. Emphasizing proper hand washing as part of this process is essential in…”
Citation Sep 18, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Dairy/Grain 55 Pa. Code §3270.163(a)(1)/3270.163(a)(4)
At the time of inspection, the lunch provided by the facility did not include a dairy and a grain.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “Administration now ensures, through following an updated menu that each child is served at least one dairy product, A fruit or vegetable, A grain and a protein with each meal (breakfast and lunch) daily in accordance with PA code 3270.163.”
Citation Sep 18, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
At the time of inspection, facility had not conducted annual emergency drill and could not provide documentation of annual emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “On October 2, 2024, Trice Daycare 2 conducted an active shooter/shelter-in-place drill as part of the daycare's commitment to ensuring the safety and preparedness of both employees and children. This practice resulted in a lockdown. This drill provided staff with the proper procedures and steps to…”
Citation Sep 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
At the time of inspection, the file for child #1 did not include initial health assessment. Child #1 has been enrolled beyond 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “Child #1 initial health report has been completed, signed and placed in her file.”
Citation Sep 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection, facility did not have policy developed for Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “To comply with federal and state requirements, Trice Daycare 2 has developed and implemented a policy for shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment. These policies include how to recognize potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child…”
Citation Sep 18, 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 inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1 did not provide parental consent for emergency care and minor first aid treatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “The director requested that Child #1's parent sign for medical care on the emergency consent form report at the time of pickup, and the parent complied by signing in required area. The emergency consent form was placed in Child1's file.”
Core safety Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Supervision
No more than 50% aides/Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(b)/3270.37(c)
At the time of the inspection in the rear classroom on the lower level staff person #1 was supervising staff person #2 both were identified as aides in the staff record. At the time of the inspection there were 5 of the 6 staff identified as aide in the staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2023): “During the latter part of the inspection the director immediately began to review the credentials of all staff and began the process of updating the staff files and staff person #1, as well as at least 3 others who were was in the process of being certified as AGS level staff.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 had not been signed as updated in over 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2023): “Provider did inform the enrolling parent of child #1 that they would have to update their child's record of child #1 with a signed and updated emergency contact form.”
Citation Oct 28, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 10/28/22, a wet ceiling tile was observed in the back childcare space located on the first floor of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2022): “Wet ceiling tile was replaced in the back childcare space located on the first floor of the facility.”
Citation Oct 28, 2022 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 10/28/22, Staff #1 file did not contain an updated Health Assessment. The last health assessment was dated 9/24/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2022): “Staff #1 will obtain an updated health assessment.”
Citation Oct 28, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On 10/28/22, Staff #1, #2, #3 and #4 file did not contain annual fire safety training. The last fire safety training was dated 8/28/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2022): “Fire safety training has been scheduled. All staff will obtain Fire Safety Training.”
Citation Oct 28, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On 10/28/22, Staff persons # 1, #2, #3 and #4 have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2022): “Staff person #1, #2, #3 and #4 must do one of the following: provide documentation that the trainer has become PQAS-certified or at least is on the waiting list, request the instructor provide documentation, such as their Pediatric First-Aid/CPR Instructor Card from the PQAS-approved organization…”
Core safety Nov 2, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 11/2/21, during renewal inspection, completed PA Criminal, Child Abuse and FBI clearances were not observed in the file belonging to Facility Person #1. Additionally, completed DHS FBI clearances as required by CPSL, were not observed in the file belonging to Staff #2, hired 3/23/21. (The FBI clearances on file were issued by a department other than DHS)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2021): “Facility person #1 will register and request all clearances required by CPSL. Facility person #1 will not be present at the facility until all clearances have been obtained. Staff #2 will obtain completed FBI clearance, including all attachments from DHS FBI results.”
Citation Nov 2, 2021 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 11/2/21, during renewal inspection, proof of purchase/installation of the facility's fire detection system was not on file as required by Fire and Panic Act 62 of 2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 30, 2021): “The fire detection system was already installed when facility was acquired by Legal Entity. A written attestation letter will be signed noting the date LE assumed the building and that the existing fire detection system meets city code regulations.”

“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) $200.00 $150.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $200.00 $150.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $200.00 $150.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $200.00 $150.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $195.00 $145.00

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 25 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Dec 29, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since May 9, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Trice Day Care Centers LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 247-1222
State certificate # CER-00245545
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Common questions

Has Trice Day Care Centers LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Sep 28, 2026 (background checks): “The state police clearance of staff person #1 was incomplete at the time of the inspection” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Trice Day Care Centers LLC?

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

What is Trice Day Care Centers LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective May 9, 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 Trice Day Care Centers LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #383 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 69% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Trice Day Care Centers LLC last inspected?

Sep 28, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Trice Day Care Centers LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $200.00 for newborn, $200.00 for infant, $200.00 for young toddler, $200.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Trice Day Care Centers LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Trice Day Care Centers 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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