Watson T Comly Elementary
Watson T Comly Elementary 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 5 times. The state cited 15 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (6 of 15). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #445 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During a renewal inspection conducted on 05/04/26, the Certification Representative review the content records of Staff #1. Staff #1 content of records did not contain an initial Pediatric First Aid training certificate.
There was no written proof staff #1 and #2 did not have written proof of complying with the DHS-required CPSL requirements at the time of inspection.
At the time of inspection, there was no written proof of a recent health assessment in the staff files.
At the time of facility inspection on 4/23/25 or when the paperwork was submitted electronically. There was no file for staff #1, hire date10/2024, the staffer was observed working with the children and serving snack.
There was no written proof of staff #1 and #2 complying with the CPSL on site at the facility during the renewal inspection. Staff #1 was observed escorting children to the restroom unsupervised.
There was no written proof of a physical on file for staff #1 and #2 on site at the facility during the renewal inspection. Staff #1 was observed escorting children to the restroom unsupervised.
At the time of inspection on 3/21/24, the facility liability insurance on file had an expiration date of 6/1/2022. There was no written proof of current liability insurance on file. The information was not posted during the follow-up on 4/22/24.
There was no staff file for individuals #1 and #2 at the facility during the renewal inspection. Staff #1 was observed escorting children to the restroom unsupervised.
Staff person #1 did not have required NSOR certificate documented in their record as required.
At time of inspection, children's records were not available for review at facility.
At time of inspection, individual staff files were not available on-site for review.
During time of inspection, Staff person #1 did not have a copy of NSOR certificate documented in their file. Staff person # 2 did not have current state police, child abuse, FBI clearance and NSOR certificate documented in their file. Staff person #3 did not have FBI clearance and NSOR certificate documented in their file.
During time of inspection, the first aid kit used for the childcare and excursion did not have tweezers and a bottle of water present.
At time of inspection, staff person # 1-3 did not have current health assessments documented in their records. In addition, staff person # 1 and 3 did not have a negative TB screening documented in their records.
At time of inspection, Child # 1-3 did not have health assessment reports documented in their records.
“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.) | — | $46.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | — | $46.00 |
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 Watson T Comly Elementary had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Apr 23, 2025 (background checks): “There was no written proof staff #1 and #2 did not have written proof of complying with the DHS-required CPSL requirements at the time of inspection.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Watson T Comly Elementary?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Watson T Comly Elementary since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Watson T Comly Elementary’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective May 16, 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 Watson T Comly Elementary compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #445 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Watson T Comly Elementary last inspected?
May 4, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
Who runs Watson T Comly Elementary?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Philly Kidz Initiative LLC.
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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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