Tyme for Totzs Learning Center LLC
4180 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months
1 complaint investigation found violations
Keystone STAR 4
Tyme for Totzs Learning Center LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 40 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 33 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 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 #958 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 74% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #958 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
5
Core-safety citations
28
Other citations
5
Inspections
1
Complaint investigations that found violations
33 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 23, 2025
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
6
Records & paperwork
6
Health & medication
5
Training & qualifications
4
Background checks
3
Emergency preparedness
3
Food & feeding
3
Supervision
2
Transportation
1
Citations, newest first
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/23/2025, the file for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not contain a current PA Child Abuse Clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Clearances forms were requested from the appropriate agency.”
Citation
Oct 23, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/23/2025, the diaper changing table located in the Infant/ Younger Toddler Classroom was not located near a source of running water.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 8, 2026): “Diaper table was removed from the toddler room.”
Citation
Oct 23, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/23/2025, Staff Person #1 did not wash Child #1's hands after diapering.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 8, 2026): “Provider will train all staff on proper diaper changing procedures. All staff completed training on diaper changing procedures on 10/26/2025.”
Citation
Oct 23, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/23/2025, Staff Person #1 did not wash their hands after diapering a child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 8, 2026): “Director will train staff on the importance of handwashing.”
Citation
Oct 23, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/23/2025, the provider could not verify that the fire drills are being conducted at least once every 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 8, 2026): “Provider will keep fire drill log visible at all times along with keeping it current.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/04/2024, the most recent completed FBI Clearance on file for Staff Person #3 was dated 09/06/2019.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “FBI was completed on 09/30/2024. Contacted agency on 10/04/2024, agency stated the clearance was currently being processed.”
Citation
Oct 4, 2024
Inspection
Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/04/2024, the facility did not have a Menu posted in a conspicuous location within the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “Monthly menu was placed on refrigerator.”
Citation
Oct 4, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/04/2024, the most recent Fire Inspection Report on file was dated 08/24/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2024): “Fire inspection was completed on 10/22/24. Inspection report is on file at the facility.”
Citation
Oct 4, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/04/2024, the individual records for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not contain verification of the completion of annual Fire Safety Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “All staff training was completed on 10/08/2024.”
Citation
Oct 4, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/04/2024, the individual records for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not contain a Staff evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “All staff evaluations will be conducted on a six-month basis.”
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Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, Staff person #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated reporter training and Health and Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “Staff person was removed until all proper documentation is in file.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the file for staff person #1 contained a Child Abuse Clearance more than 60 months old; the file for staff person #2 contained a FBI Clearance dated more than a 60 months old; Staff person #4 was observed to be working alone with children during their provisional hire period without verification of an FBI clearance request.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “Staff member #1 obtained new child abuse on 11/29/2023 and it was placed in staff file; staff member #2 completed FBI screening on 12/7/2023, receipt on file; staff person #4 completed FBI clearance on 11/20/2023, receipt on file.”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the Certification Representative observed staff person #2 walk out of the infant room leaving a one-year-old unattended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “This was corrected on site when staff person came back into the room to care for the child.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the file for staff person #1, 2, and 3 contained an Emergency Plan training more than 12-months old; the file for staff person #4 did not contain verification of Emergency Plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “Emergency Plan training was updated with all staff on 11/29/2023.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the Certification Representative observed electrical outlets uncovered in the main room, the gross motor play area and in the designated classroom spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “All electrical sockets were covered on 11/29/2023.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/023, the Certification Representative observed the following; broken doors in the two designated classroom spaces on the left side of the aisle; broken tiles in the front of the main room under the large window to the left of the door; broken tiles on the steps leading to the kitchen; holes in the wall to the right of the cubbies in the main room; the alphabet carpet next to the teachers desk in the main room was stained with black spots; all the floors were unclean.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “Doors and broken tiles were repaired. All holes were patched up. The rug was thrown in trash. The teachers desk was cleaned. All floors were mopped.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the files for child #1 and 2 contained a health record dated more than 12-months old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “Parents submitted all updated health assessments.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the files for child #1, 2 and 3 did not contained a current record of influenza vaccination.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “The parent's for child #1 and #3 provided a letter stating they decline the inlfuenza vaccination; the parent for child #2 provided an updated health assessment with record of influenza vaccination.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
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 a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the file for staff person #1 and 4 did not contain a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “Staff person #1 and 4 obtained a current health assessment.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the Certification Representative observed designated classroom space contained boxes of furniture and equipment and was being used as storage space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “All boxes were removed from classroom space.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Exit building 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(8)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the fire drill log did not verify fire drills were being conducted every 60days. The provider conducted shelter in place drills; fire drills including evacuation were not conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “Fire drill log was updated correctly. A fire drill was conducted on 11/29/2023 at 2:10 pm. Evacuation occurred.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): First aid and CPR training and Health and Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “CPR was placed in the staff person's file on 11/29/2023. Health and Safety had to be completed from previous account.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the file for children #1, 2, 3, and 4 did not include a current child service agreement form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided updated in the previous 6-months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “All service agreement forms were updated on 11/29/2023.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the file for child #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “The child's start date was added to the financial agreement.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the files for child #1, and 3 contained an emergency contact form and financial agreement reviewed more than 6 months ago; the file for child #2 contained a financial agreement that was reviewed more than 6 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “Parents will complete and update files.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2023, the file for staff person #4 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “Staff references were placed in file.”
Citation
Nov 29, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/023, the file for staff person #2 did not contain 12-hours of annual training; the file for staff person #3 contained 9 of the 12 required annual training hours.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “Training was placed in file fora lol staff members on 12/11/2023.”
Citation
Jun 21, 2023
Complaint investigation
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 6.21.23 at complaint investigation certification representative observed that the floors in then facility were very dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 3, 2024): “Provider will deep clean the floors in the facility.”
Citation
Nov 15, 2022
Inspection
Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
On 11/15/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that there was no updated menu posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2022): “Operator will post an updated menu.”
Citation
Nov 15, 2022
Inspection
Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
On 11/15/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that an Infants bottle was out and not labeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2022): “Provider will make sure all bottles are labeled.”
Citation
Dec 8, 2021
Inspection
Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
On December 8, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that provider did not have an updated letter sent to the local traffic safety authorities informing them of the location of the facility and the programs use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around this child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Provider will draft and send a letter to notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Citation
Dec 8, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On December 8, 2021during renewal inspection, Certification Representative noticed that child was emergency contact form was missing designated release person address was missing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Provider will obtain release persons address.”
Citation
Dec 8, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
On December 8, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 2 emergency contact plan was missing a signature update review once every 6-month.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Provider will obtain a signature for child # 2 update 6- month review.”
“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
Jun 21, 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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $75.00 | $59.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $70.00 | $58.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $65.00 | $56.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $60.00 | $55.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $55.00 | $50.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $55.00 | $50.00 |
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
40 children
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Jan 20, 2027
Operator
Tyme For Totzs Learning Center
Hours
Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 457-8687
State certificate #
CER-00250300
Common questions
Has Tyme for Totzs Learning Center 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 Oct 23, 2025 (background checks): “At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/23/2025, the file for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not contain a current PA Child Abuse Clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Tyme for Totzs Learning Center LLC?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Tyme for Totzs Learning Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jul 6, 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 Tyme for Totzs Learning Center LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #958 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Tyme for Totzs Learning Center LLC last inspected?
Oct 23, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Tyme for Totzs Learning Center LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $75.00 for infant, $70.00 for young toddler, $65.00 for older toddler, $60.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Tyme for Totzs Learning Center LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Tyme For Totzs Learning Center.
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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.
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