Turners Tots Daycare INC
Turners Tots Daycare INC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 25 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 83 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (28 of 83). 20 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 #1,161 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 99% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include the required updated disclosure statement.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was toxic cleaning supplies under an unlocked sink located in basement bathroom #2.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the facility has some peeling chipped paint in the childcare space.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the back exit door was blocked by a recycle ben. In addition, the basement exit door was blocked by a jumbo ball. (Corrected on site).
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The health assessment onfile for child #5 was outdated.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, staff person #2 did not clean the changing table surface after diapering.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The health assessment on file for staff person #1 and #2 was outdated.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fire drill on file at the facility did not have documentation of hypothetical location of the fire.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have documentation that the fire alarm system is being checked every 30 days.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have documentation of an annual written letter to their local traffic safety authority.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff #1, #2 and #3 did not include the required annual fire safety training.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 did not have part 2 of the required health and safety training.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #2 and #3 did not include an annual staff evaluation.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1did not specify the persons whom the child may be released.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #4 did not include an admission date.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact and fee agreement for child #2, #3 and #5 was outdated.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact on file for child #1, #2 and #4 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care or administration of medications.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact on file for child #1, #2 and #4 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid or transportation and walking excursions.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #4 did not include the required verification of education.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff #1 needed 9 more clock hours of childcare training. In addition, the record for staff #3 did not have the required 12 clock hours of childcare training.
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Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The clearances for staff person #2, #3 and #4 were verified fraudulent.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #5 did not include a disclosure statement.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Staff person #2 and #5 did not have primary care groups or assigned responsibility for supervision of specific children.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency plan was last updated on 11/1/23.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #3, #4 and #5 did not have a signed annual emergency plan training.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was peeling red and blue paint in the childcare space.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #2 did not have an initial health assessment on file.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #2 did not have an adult health assessment that include an examination for communicable diseases.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fire drill log at the facility was dated 12/19/24.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fire drill on file was dated 12/19/2024. In addition, the facility did not have written documentation of a fire alarm system being checked every 30days.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have documentation that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #4 did not include a health assessment. The record only included shot records.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was a recalled bubble seat in the childcare space. (Corrected on site).
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The documentation on file at the facility was not the correct declaration information showing proof of insurance.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The CPR first aid training for staff person #1 was expired.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fire safety training on file for staff person #21 was outdated.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include the required health and safety training.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 did not include proof of education.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not have CSR assessments.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #3 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not have admission dates.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form and fee agreement for child #1, #2, #3 and #5 was outdated.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #4 did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #4 did not include signed parental consent administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff or for transportation and walking excursions.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 did not have verification of education.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #5 did not include two, nonfamily written reference letters on file.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the record for staff person #3 did not include a signed disclosure statement or NSOR clearance.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the record for staff person #3 did not include an emergency plan training.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility's current emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. (Corrected on site).
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child. (Corrected on site).
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #3 and #5 did not include an initial health report.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. After changing child #1 and #2 diaper, staff person #1 did not wash the children's hands.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. In between changing the diaper for child #1 and #2, staff person #1 did not wipe down the diaper changing surface with a sanitizing solution.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff #1 and #3 did not include a health assessment that clears them of all communicable diseases. In addition, the record for staff person #3 did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. After diaper changing, staff person #1 did not wash their hands.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. A bottle and sippy cup located in refrigerator was not labeled with children names. (Corrected on site).
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility pick-up and drop off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The current emergency plan did not have accommodations for infants and toddlers.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the facility had not conducted a fire drill.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the fire extinguisher at the facility had not been checked and tagged since 2022.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was no documentation showing that the fire alarm system is being checked every 30 days.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan had not been sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have a written policy to address potential signs of shaken baby syndrome, strategies for coping with crying fussy children or prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 was not signed by the operator.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week or the date on which the fee is to be paid.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreements for children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #4 and #5 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include health insurance coverage or policy numbers.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #5 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit/ emergency bag used for excursions did not have children emergency contact information. (Corrected on site).
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreements for child #1, #2 and #5 were outdated. In addition, the record for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include a signed emergency contact form.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures or signed parental consent for transportation and walking excursions.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff #3 did not include two written reference letters.
On March 6, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the record for staff person #1 and #2 did not have a total of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
On November 7, 2023, certification representative conducted an initial inspection. The record for staff person #1 did not include an NSOR clearance.
On November 7, 2023, certification representative conducted an initial inspection. The record for staff persons #1 or #2 did not include an emergency plan training. (Corrected on site).
On November 7, 2023, certification representative conducted an initial inspection. There were toxic hand soaps and hand sanitizers in bathroom #1 and #2 in low reach. (Corrected on site).
On November 7, 2023, certification representative conducted an initial inspection. The trash cans in bathroom #1 and #2 did not have lids.
On November 7, 2023, certification representative conducted an initial inspection. In the basement classroom, there was a shelf blocking the exit door, not allowing it to open completely for emergency exits.
On November 7, 2023, certification representative conducted an initial inspection. The play equipment in the outdoor play space needed to be cleaned.
On November 7, 2023, certification representative conducted an initial inspection. The health assessment on file for staff person #1 did not include an examination for communicable diseases.
“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
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.) | $75.00 | $50.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $65.00 | $45.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $60.00 | $35.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $55.00 | $30.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
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 Turners Tots Daycare INC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Feb 25, 2026 (background checks): “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include the required updated disclosure statement.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Turners Tots Daycare INC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Turners Tots Daycare INC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Turners Tots Daycare INC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective May 24, 2024. 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 Turners Tots Daycare INC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,161 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 99% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Turners Tots Daycare INC last inspected?
Feb 25, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Turners Tots Daycare INC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $75.00 for infant, $65.00 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler, $55.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Turners Tots Daycare INC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Turners Tots Daycare INC.
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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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