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United Communities D Newlin Fell

900 W Oregon Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

United Communities D Newlin Fell is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times. The state cited 48 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (23 of 48). 4 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 #648 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 50% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #648 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
5 Core-safety citations
43 Other citations
9 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
48 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 10, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 10, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 10, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 26, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Oct 10, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 23, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 29, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 23, 2021 · Inspection · no citation Dec 6, 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 23
Training & qualifications 10
Emergency preparedness 7
Supervision 2
Health & medication 2
Background checks 2
Staff ratios 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Sep 10, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/26, Cert Rep observed staff persons 3 and 4 caring for children unsupervised without current Pediatric CPR/Pediatric First Aid training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 16, 2026): “Staff persons will complete the required CPR/First Aid training before the current one expires and will not work alone with children.”
Citation Sep 10, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/26, while reviewing fire drills logs, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days, documented on 04/26/26 and 09/08/26, which is beyond the requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 16, 2026): “The next fire drill will be completed within the next 2 months to ensure timely completion to meet the minimum requirement, it will be completed no later than 11/08/26.”
Citation Sep 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/26, Cert Rep did not observe current verification of Pediatric 1st aid/Pediatric CPR training by a PQAS certified trainer in the staff files of staff persons 2, 3, 4, and 5, all certificates expired on 01/2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 16, 2026): “Pediatric 1st aid/Pediatric CPR training has been completed by all staff, but the current ones are not in the files and will be placed in the staff files immediately.”
Citation Sep 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/26, Cert Rep did not observe verification of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training in the staff file of staff persons 1-5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 16, 2026): “Staff persons will submit training hours.”
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/25, while reviewing the facility fire drill logs, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days, dates observed 05/16/25 and 07/10/25, which was last date conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “Fire drills will be completed within 60 days.”
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/25, while reviewing required paperwork on file, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility sent a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “Will send copy of emergency plan to emergency management.”
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the fee amount written on the service agreement form in the file of child #5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “Fee amount will be completed.”
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe date fee to be paid written on the service agreement form in the file of child #5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “Fee will be added to form.”
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the services to be provided written on the service agreement form in the file of child #5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “Services to be provided will be added.”
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the arrival and departure times written on the service agreement form in the file of child #1 and #5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “Forms will be updated with arrival and departure times.”
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Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the designated release person written on the service agreement form in the file of child #5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “Agreement form will be updated.”
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the date of admission written on the service agreement form in the file of child #1 and #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “Date of admission will be written on the agreement form.”
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe extra services or N/A provided in writing on the service agreement form in the file of child #1-#5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “All forms will be reviewed and updated to include missing information or N/A.”
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection on 09/10/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the designated release person's name, address, or phone number written on the emergency contact form in the file of child #4.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “Designated release person's information will be completed.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During unannounced monitoring on 10/10/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep did not observe an initial health assessment in the file of staff person #1 and #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 18, 2024): “All staff will submit completed health assessments immediately.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During unannounced monitoring on 10/10/24, while reviewing child files, Cert Rep observed the service agreement forms missing from the files for child #1 and #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete the service agreement forms for child #1 and #2 and store into the files.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(7)
During unannounced monitoring on 10/10/24, while reviewing child files, Cert also observed Health insurance/MA coverage and policy number missing on the emergency contact form for child #1. Cert Rep also observed that the designated person whom the child may be released to missing from emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2024): “Provider will ensure all emergency contact forms are updated with required information.”
Core safety Sep 12, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 09/12/24, Cert Rep did not observe NSOR Certificates in the files of Staff person #3 and #4. Cert Rep also did not observe signed disclosure statements in the files of staff person #1-#4.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “Staff persons #3 and #4 will submit all required clearances and will not work in a childcare position at the facility. Staff person #1-#4 will sign disclosure statements and place inside file immediately.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 12, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection on 09/12/24, Cert Rep did not observe an initial health assessment in the file of staff person #1 and #2.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “Staff #1 and #2 will submit an initial health assessment immediately and place into staff files.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 12, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection on 09/12/24, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Cert Rep also observed that the facility has not been conducting annual emergency drills. This is beyond the annual requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Provider will send emergency plan to local municipality and provide proof. Provider will conduct an annual emergency drill, document, and keep on file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 12, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection on 09/12/24, Cert observed that the facility has not been conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2024): “Provider will conduct a fire drill immediately and keep on file at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 09/12/24, Cert Rep observed that staff persons #1, #3, and #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire- health and safety get started with center-based care and were observed working alone with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Staff person #1, #3, and #4 will not work in childcare position at the facility. Staff persons #1, #3, and #4 will complete required pre-service training by COB today.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Compliance/Nondiscrimination 55 Pa. Code §3270.26
During the renewal inspection on 09/12/24, Cert Rep observed that the BEO form was not submitted by the provider prior to the start of the inspection or by COB on the day of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2024): “Director will complete and submit BEO form by the correction date no later than COB.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the renewal inspection on 09/12/24, Cert Rep observed that staff person #1, #3, and #4 has not completed the required pre-service training-get started with center-based care within 90 days of their date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Staff person #1, #3, and #4- will complete the required pre-service training before resuming childcare duties.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection on 09/12/24, while reviewing child files, Cert Rep observed the service agreement forms missing from the files for child #1 and #2.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete the service agreement form for child #1 and #2.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection on 09/12/24, while reviewing child files, Cert also observed Health insurance/MA coverage and policy number missing on the emergency contact form for child #1. Cert Rep also observed that the designated person whom the child may be released to missing from emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “Provider will update child #1 emergency contact form to include accurate health insurance information and the designated person whom child may be released to.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection on 09/12/24, Cert Rep did not observe the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training in the files of staff person #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Staff persons #2 will complete the childcare trainings which add up to at least 12 hours and store into staff files.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, 4, 5, all hired on June 2023, did not have their NOSR or a signed disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “Staff 3, 4, 5, will comply with CPSL at all times. Staff 3, 4, 5, will not provider care to any children at the facility until in full compliance with CPSL.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3-5, did not have their annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all incoming & current staff have fire safety training annually.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-8, did not have their date of admission on the agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all areas on the agreement form are filled in completely.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, did not have the address, or telephone number to whom they could be released to.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, 4, 5, did not have acceptable verification of experience, & education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “Provider will make sure that each staff person has verification of their experience, as well as education.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 5, did not have a current physical, or PPD.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all staff have current a physical every two years in the file, and a PPD.”
Citation Jun 23, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not have their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “Provider will make sure that all staff take their 12 clock hours of childcare training annually.”
Core safety Aug 29, 2022 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During my inspection I observed that the facility was out of ratio during arrival, and dismissal time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2022): “Provider will make sure that there is enough staff to be in ratio at all times.”
Core safety Aug 29, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During my inspection I observed that the staff did not have a signed group to whom they were responsible for.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2022): “Provider will create groups for all of the staff.”
Citation Aug 29, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include their shelter in place or lock down procedure.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2022): “Provider will update their emergency plan to include shelter in plan, and lock down procedure.”
Citation Aug 29, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2022): “Provider will make sure that they create and summit a annually letter of the location to the local authorities.”
Citation Aug 29, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 3, did not have their annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all potential staff and current staff have fire safety training annually.”
Citation Aug 29, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not have their annual staff evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all staff have a written evaluation un their every 12 month.”
Citation Aug 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1 did not have his policy number on his emergency contact sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.”
Citation Aug 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their transportation plan posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all required postings are always posted.”
Citation Aug 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have verification of their education and or their child care experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2022): “Provider will make sure that each staff person has verification of their experience, as well as education.”
Citation Aug 29, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 3, did not have their annual 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all staff take their 12 clock hours of childcare training annually.”
Citation Dec 6, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when arises 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(3)
While reviewing the inspection paperwork I observed that the programs emergency plan did not have they were going to contact parents before, and after an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2021): “Provider will make sure that their emergency plan has all the required information.”
Citation Dec 6, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-10 did not have their admission date on their agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2021): “Provider will make sure that all areas on the agreement form are filled in completely.”
Citation Dec 6, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 4, did not have the address of the person they can be released to on their emergency contact sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2021): “Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.”
Citation Dec 6, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
While conducting my inspection I observed that the program did not have their transportation plan posted in any of its rooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2021): “Provider will make sure that all required posting are posted at all times.”

“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
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $40.00 $16.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $40.00 $16.00

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 —
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Sep 22, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Nov 14, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator United Communities Of Southeast Phila
Hours Monday–Friday 3:00 PM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 468-2872
State certificate # CER-00261141
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Common questions

Has United Communities D Newlin Fell 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 10, 2026 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection on 09/10/26, Cert Rep observed staff persons 3 and 4 caring for children unsupervised without current Pediatric CPR/Pediatric First Aid training on file.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about United Communities D Newlin Fell?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at United Communities D Newlin Fell since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is United Communities D Newlin Fell’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Nov 14, 2019. 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 United Communities D Newlin Fell compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #648 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was United Communities D Newlin Fell last inspected?

Sep 10, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does United Communities D Newlin Fell cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $40.00 for young school-age, $40.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs United Communities D Newlin Fell?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is United Communities Of Southeast Phila.

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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