Wescotts Caterpillars to Butterflies
Wescotts Caterpillars to Butterflies is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 45 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 44 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (23 of 44). 7 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,084 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 87% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the complaint investigation on 7/29/2026, it was determined that Dawn dish detergent, a toxic substance, was present and accessible to the children.
During the complaint investigation on 3/2/26, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and the file for staff #1 did not include the PA State Criminal Clearance and the file for staff #2 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance, and the PA State Criminal Clearance. (See LIS code sheet for hire date)
During the complaint investigation on 3/2/2026, it was found that on previous occasions children in the preschool classroom are not always supervised by a staff person. Children are allowed to leave the preschool classroom alone without a staff person to go to the bathroom in the rear of the facility.
During the complaint investigation on 3/2/2026, a portable heater was observed in the office of the facility.
During the complaint investigation on 3/2/2026, it was found in the infant section that 2 out of 3 refrigerated infant bottles were not labeled with the child's name.
During the unannounced Inspection on 3/2/2026, it was observed that an electrical outlet inside the front door, and an outlet on the third floor did not have a receptacle cover in it.
During the unannounced Inspection on 3/2/26, it was observed that the front doorknob was detaching from the door on both sides of the door.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the file for staff #3 was viewed and the file did not have a completed DHS FBI Fingerprinting Clearance and a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance. (See code Sheet for hire date)
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, at approximately 9:45 AM, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were in the young toddler and older toddler childcare space with ten children. Upon request for staff # 1 to name the five children in her group, staff #1 could not name the children in her group. Staff # 2 attempted to interject on behalf of staff person #1. Staff person # 4 stated that staff # 1 did not know the children's name because she was newly hired.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, on the third floor of facility there were three electrical outlets, and a power strip under the computer station that did not have protective receptacle covers in them.
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During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, it was observed that the cabinet below the changing table on the first floor was unlocked and had Desinex cream that was accessible to the children.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the hot water temperature was tested in the bathroom and was 120 degrees farenheit.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, it was observed that there was chipping paint on the back section corner wall near the back door, and there was a hole in the plaster between the sink and the changing table in the 1st floor childcare space.
During the renewal process on 10/15/2025, it was observed that there was no signs above the toilets, changing tables and sinks stating "A facility person and an able child shall wash his/her hands after toileting and before eating."
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, it was observed that a bookshelf detached from the wall in the front near the entryway and it was a tipping hazard.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, it was observed that the resting cots for the children were not labeled for use of each child on both the first floor and the third floor.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, it was observed that the refrigerator near the bathrooms did not have an operating thermometer to measure the temperature.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the files for staff #1, and staff #2 were viewed and the file for staff #1 did not contain a health assessment including the results of an initial tuberculin skin test. The health assessment reviewed for staff person # 2 was not updated within a 24-month period. (dated-09/11/2023).
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the file for child #2 was viewed and did not have an admission date listed on the financial agreement.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the file for child #1 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not contain the doctor's address and phone number.
During the renewal inspection dated 10/15/2025, the files for child #2 and child #3 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not contain written parental consent for the facility to administer emergency medical care.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the files for child #1 and child #2 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form for each child did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/2025, the file for child #3 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form and the Financial Agreement were not updated within a 6-month period. The forms were dated 9/26/24.
During the renewal inspection on 10/15/25, the files for child #2 and child #3 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not contain signed parental consent for the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for staff person #1 and there was no completed National Sex Offender Registry Clearance. (See code sheet for hire date).
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 it was observed that the outdoor play space had 5 10-speed bikes, a paint bucket with paint containers in it, and a metal ladder stored in the space and all of these items were accessible to the children.
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 it was observed that an electrical outlet in the front room did not have a protective cover in it.
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 it was observed that Clorox Wipes were in an unlocked cabinet under the sink and there was paint containers in the outside playspace. These toxics were accessible to the children.
During a renewal inspection on 8/26/2024 it was observed that there were multiple spots on the first floor where paint was chipping on the walls.
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 it was observed that the black bookshelves were not attached to the wall and were a tipping hazard.
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 the files for child #1 and child #2 did not have an initial health assessment completed for each child.
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 it was observed that the facility liability insurance expired on 7/20/24.
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file of staff person #1 and the 10 hour Health and Safety Training had not been completed within 90 days of hire. (See code sheet for start date).
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 the files for child #1 and child #2 did not have the emergency contact person's phone number listed on the Emergency Contact Form.
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 the files for child #1 and child #2 did not have the physician's name, address, and phone number listed on the Emergency Contact Form.
During the renewal inspection on 8/28/2024 the files for child #1 and child #2 did not have the health insurance coverage and the policy number listed on the Emergency Contact Form.
During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that there was a ladder and painting equipment and tools in the play space area and there was a pile of floor mat pieces that were a tripping hazard.
During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that there were paint containers in the outside play space area.
During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, the Certification Representative attempted to call the facility during the inspection and the phone did not appear to be operable.
During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that there were holes in the bathroom walls.
During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that the front glass door did not have any visual identifiers on it.
During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that there were two pallets blocking the back exit.
During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that toys in the outdoor play space were soiled.
During initial inspection on 05/01/2024, Certification Representative observed that the cubbies toward the back were not secured to the wall and it was a tipping hazard.
“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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $95.00 | $66.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $95.00 | $66.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $80.00 | $62.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $78.00 | $60.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $75.00 | $55.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $70.00 | $50.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $70.00 | $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
Common questions
Has Wescotts Caterpillars to Butterflies 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 Mar 2, 2026 (background checks): “During the complaint investigation on 3/2/26, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and the file for staff #1 did not include the PA State Criminal Clearance and the file for staff #2 did not include the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Wescotts Caterpillars to Butterflies?
Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations 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 Wescotts Caterpillars to Butterflies’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Sep 17, 2025. 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 Wescotts Caterpillars to Butterflies compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,084 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 87% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Wescotts Caterpillars to Butterflies last inspected?
Mar 2, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Wescotts Caterpillars to Butterflies cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $95.00 for newborn, $95.00 for infant, $80.00 for young toddler, $78.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Wescotts Caterpillars to Butterflies?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Wescotts Caterpillars To Butterflies.
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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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