Wescotts Fov is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 119 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 44 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (13 of 44). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #922 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 09/16/2026, the most recent health assessment on file for Child #2 was dated 08/28/2025.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 09/16/2026, the most recent health assessment on file for Staff Person #2 was dated 08/08/2024.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 09/16/2026, the file for Child #1, admitted 10/06/2025, did not contain an initial health assessment
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 09/16/2026, the file for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not contain verification of the completion of the required Health and Safety Trainings.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 09/16/2026, the file for Staff Person #2 did not contain verification of the completion of 12 clock hours of annual childcare training.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/06/2025, the file for Staff Person #4 did not contain a completed National Sex Offender Registry Clearance.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/06/2025, the facility's Emergency Plan did not address the facility's Continuity of Operations Plan.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/06/2025, the most recent health assessment on file for Child #1 was dated 04/30/2024.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/06/2025, the files for Staff Person #3 hired 03/2018 and Staff Person #4, hired 02/2020, did not contain verification of the completion of annual fire safety training.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/06/2025, the files for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not contain verification of the completion of the required Health and Safety Trainings.
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At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/06/2025, the most recent Mandated Reporter Training on file for Staff Person #3 was dated 06/29/2018, and the most recent Mandated Reporter Training on file for Staff Person #4 was dated 06/20/2019.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/06/2025, the agreement form on file for Child #1 did not specify the child's date of admissions into the program.
At the time of the Unannounced Visit on 12/16/2024, there were 2 portable space heaters in use in the office area of the childcare facility.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual record for Staff Person #2 did not contain a completed National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certification and the individual record for Staff Person #5 did not contain completed State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearence, DHS FBI Clearence and National Sex Offender Registry Verification.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 Staff Person #5 was unable to name and identify the children in their assigned primary care group.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the facility's emergency plan did not contain a method for contacting parents as soon as possible during an emergency or when an emergency ends and how parents can safely unite with their children.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the Infant room contained stained ceiling tiles.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/26/2024 the individual records for Staff Person's # 3 and #5 did not contain a Health Assessment.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the facility's emergency plan did not contain accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the most recent Fire Inspection report dated 07/10/2023 listed deficiencies that needed to be addressed.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 a copy of the facility's emergency plan had not been sent to the County Emergency Management Agency.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 Staff person #3 was observed working in a summer camp classroom alone; however, during the record review the individual record for Staff Person #3 did not contain verification of the completion of the required Health and Safety training.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual records for Staff Person #1, #3, and #4 did not contain verification of Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual record for Staff Person #4 did not contain a written staff evaluation.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the Agreement form contained in the individual records for Children #3, #4 and #5 did not contain the fee amount or the date the fee is to be paid.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 individual records for Children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not contain documentation regarding the child's growth and development.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual record for Child #4 did not specify a date of admission.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual record for Child #2 did not contain an agreement form.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual records for Children #2, #3, and #5 did not include the name, address or telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual records for Children #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual record for Children #2, #3, and #5 did not contain the health insurance coverage information or policy number for the child.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual record for Child #5 did not contain the name, address and phone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual record for Children #1 and #3 contained emergency contact forms and agreement forms that have not been reviewed, updated and signed within the last 6-month period.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual record for Children #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not contain signed parental consent for administering minor first-aid for the child.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual records for Staff Person #4 and #5 did not contain two written references.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/25/2024 the individual records for Staff #1, #4, and #5 did not contain verification of 12clock hours of childcare professional development training.
During a renewal inspection on 10/13/2023, the file for staff person #2 did not contain out of state clearances for the state lived in prior to living in PA; the file for staff person #3 Did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance; the file for staff person #4 did not contain a national Sex Offender Registry clearance; the file for staff person #5 did not contain a state police clearance; the file for staff person #6 did not contain a record of FBI clearance; the file for staff person #7 did not contain a record of a National Sex Offender Clearance.
During a renewal inspection on 10/13/2023, the file for child #1 contained a health assessment that was not signed by a doctor.
During a renewal inspection on 10/13/2023, the file for staff persons #1, 2, 5 and 7 contained health assessments that were not signed by a doctor.
During a renewal inspection on 10/13/2023, the file for staff person #1 did not contain a record of the Pennsylvania Health and Safety update 2022 training.
During a renewal inspection on 10/13/2023, the file for staff person #8 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
on 9-21-22 during renewal Certification Representative noticed that in the bathroom ceiling their is a hole.
On September 21, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that their was no infant feeding schedule posted in the classroom.
On 9-21-22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that an infants bottle was not labeled.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $92.00 | $85.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $87.00 | $80.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $85.00 | $75.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $80.00 | $70.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $75.00 | $65.00 |
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 Fov 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 Aug 6, 2025 (background checks): “At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/06/2025, the file for Staff Person #4 did not contain a completed National Sex Offender Registry Clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Wescotts Fov?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Wescotts Fov since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Wescotts Fov’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Apr 27, 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 Wescotts Fov compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #922 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Wescotts Fov last inspected?
Sep 10, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Wescotts Fov cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $92.00 for infant, $87.00 for young toddler, $85.00 for older toddler, $80.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Wescotts Fov?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Wescotts Fov.
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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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