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XIENTE at McKinley School OST

412 W Susquehanna Ave # 30, Philadelphia, PA 19122 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 1

XIENTE at McKinley School OST 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 7 times. The state cited 56 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (18 of 56). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #946 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 73% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #946 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
4 Core-safety citations
52 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
56 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 16, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 16, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 22, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 1, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Jun 9, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 5, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Oct 14, 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 18
Training & qualifications 15
Health & medication 7
Emergency preparedness 7
Supervision 3
Building & playground safety 2
Food & feeding 2
Background checks 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 16, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file for staff #6 did not include the test results of the tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2026): “Provider will obtain the test results of the tuberculin skin test, x-ray or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis for staff #6.”
Citation Sep 16, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file of staff #2 and staff #3 did not include PQAS certified pediatric CPR and first aid training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2026): “Provider will have staff #2 and staff #3 complete PQAS certified pediatric CPR and first aid training. Staff #2 and staff #3 may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.”
Citation Sep 16, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff #4 and staff #5 did not include an updated fire safety training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2026): “Provider will have staff #1, staff #4 and staff #5 complete the fire safety training and will place the record of the training in the staff file.”
Citation Sep 16, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files staff #1, staff #4 and staff #5 file did not include a staff evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2026): “Provider will obtain the staff evaluation for staff #1, staff #4 and staff #5 and will put in their files.”
Citation Sep 16, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file for staff #6 did not include two written non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2026): “Provider will obtain two written non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person for staff #6 and will put into their personnel file.”
Core safety Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed three children in the middle school room unsupervised. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANT
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2025): “Provider will have all staff take a minimum of 2hrs of training regarding the supervision of children”
Citation Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #4 did not include an updated record of emergency plan training. The last record 7/3/24. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANT
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2025): “Provider will train staff #4 on the facility's emergency plan.”
Citation Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #3 did not include the test results of the TB. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANT
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2025): “Provider will obtain the test results of the TB for staff #3.”
Citation Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #3 did not include a pediatric CPR and first aid training. CONTINUOUS NONCOMPLIANT
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2025): “Provider will have staff #3, complete the pediatric CPR and first aid training.”
Citation Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, and staff #4 did not include an updated fire safety training. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANT
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2025): “Provider will have staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, and staff #4 complete the fire safety training and will place the record of the training in the staff file.”
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Citation Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #3 did not include a verification of education and experience. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANT
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “Provider will obtain verification of education and employment for staff #3 and will put in their file.”
Citation Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #1 (needs 3hrs), staff #3 (needs 8hrs), and staff #4 (needs 12hrs) did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training CONTINUOUS NONCOMPLIANT
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2025): “Provider will have staff #1, staff #3, and staff #4 complete the required 12 hrs. of childcare trainings and place the record of the trainings in the staff file.”
Core safety Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed three children in the middle school room unsupervised
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 4, 2025): “Provider will have all staff take a minimum of 2hrs of training regarding the supervision of children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #5 did not include an updated record of emergency plan training. The last record 7/3/24.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 4, 2025): “Provider will train staff #5 on the facility's emergency plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #4 did not include the test results of the TB.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 4, 2025): “Provider will obtain the test results of the TB for staff #4.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #4 did not include a pediatric CPR and first aid training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 4, 2025): “Provider will have staff #4, complete the pediatric CPR and first aid training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #3, staff #4, and staff #5 did not include an updated fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 4, 2025): “Provider will have staff #2, staff #3, staff #4, and staff #5 complete the fire safety training and will place the record of the training in the staff file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #4 did not include a verification of education and experience.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 4, 2025): “Provider will obtain verification of education and employment for staff #4 and will put in their file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #4 did not include two written non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 28, 2025): “Provider will obtain two written non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person for staff #4 and will put into their personnel file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, staff #4, and staff #5 did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 4, 2025): “Provider will have staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, staff #4, and staff #5 complete the required 12 hrs. of childcare trainings and place the record of the trainings in the staff file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 9, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the emergency plan and observed that the plan did not include a section that address continuity of care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 23, 2023): “The provider stated that the emergency will be updated to reflect the area of continuity of care.”
Citation Jun 9, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the first aid kits and observed that one of the kits needed soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 23, 2023): “The provider stated that soap will be added to the first aid kit.”
Citation Jun 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the programs posting and observed that the liability insurance that was posted expired in 2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 23, 2023): “The provider stated that management will be notified and requested to provide the current copy of the liability insurance so it can be posted.”
Citation Jun 9, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view staff #3 and #4 files and both staff provided a pediatric CPR training certificate that was not taken by an approved PQAS certified trainer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2023): “The provider stated that both staff #3 and #4 will be requested to retake their Pediatric CPR and first aid training again with the approve curriculum and PQAS certified trainer.”
Citation Jun 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to a view the children's files and observed the date of admission was missing from the financial agreement in child #1 and child #5 file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2023): “The provider stated that child #1 child #5 agreement will be updated with the date to include the date of admission.”
Citation Jun 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Child's name, birth date 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(1)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed child #5 file and noticed that the child's date of birth was not included on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 23, 2023): “The provider stated that the parents will be notified and requested to add the child's date of birth to the emergency contact form and request the parent to make sure all areas are complete on the form before turning the form in.”
Citation Jun 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative view child #1 file and observed emergency contact form was missing the phone number of the physician as well as the MA policy #.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “The provider stated that the parents of the child will be notified and requested to fill out the emergency form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”
Citation Jun 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #1 and child #3 files and observed that both files were missing an updated 6-month review of the emergency contact form and the and updated review of the financial agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “The provider stated that the parents of both children will be notified and requested to sign and update their child's emergency contact information and child #1 and their child's financial agreement information.”
Citation Jun 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view staff #3 file and did not see any verification of completing high school (transcript)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 23, 2023): “The provider stated that staff #3 will be requested to bring provide a copy of their high school transcript on Monday, 6/12/23.”
Core safety Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, STAFF 1 FILE HAD AN EXPIRED DISCLOSURE STATEMENT SIGNED 1/25/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE WILL ENSURE THAT DISCLOSURE STATEMENT IS UP TO DATE EVERY 2 YEARS.”
Core safety Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, CERTIFICATION REP OBSERVED A STAFF LEAVE A CHILD IN THE HALLWAY OUTSIDE OF THE AUDITORIUM UNSUPERVISED. CERTIFICATION REP OBSERVED TWO CHILDREN ENGAGED INTO A PHYSICAL ALTERCATION WHILE IN THE LUNCH ROOM WHILE STAFF 3 WERE LOOKING AT OTHER CHIDLREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR WILL TRAIN AND ENCOURAGE THE STAFF ON SUPERVSION THROUGH BETTER KID CARE AND PA KEYS.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, THERE WAS A PADLOCK ON THE EXIT DOORS IN ROOM 8 AND 9 PREVENTING THE DOOR FROM OPENING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE DAILY THAT ALL EXITS FROM THE ROOMS AND FACILITY ARE UNLOCKED.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, STAFF 4 HEALTH REPORT DID NOT INCLUDE SCREENING BY THE MANTOUX METHOD.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR AND MANAGEMENT WILL ENSURE THAT UPON THE HIRING PROCESS STAFF PROVIDE A HEALTH RECORD FORM AND REPORTS OF CLEARANCE OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES. STAFF 4 NO LONGER EMPLOYED”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.192(3)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, STAFF 4 HEALTH REPORT DID NOT INDICATE THEY WERE EXAMINED FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE THAT SIGNATURES FROM THE PHYSICIAN AND OR DOCTO ARE PROVIDED ON THE STAFF HEALTH ASSESSMENT FORM. THAT ALL QUESTIONS ARE ANSWERED BY THE PHYSICIAN AS WELL FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES. STAFF 4 NO LONGER EMPLOYED.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Food served discarded 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(c)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, CERTIFICATION REP OBSERVED BREAKFAST ON THE SHARE TABLE DURING LUNCH TIME THAT WAS NEVER DISCARDED AFTER BREAKFAST WAS SERVED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR SHALL ENSURE THAT ALL MEDS ARE DISGARDED AFTER EACH MEAL SESSION.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, THE FACILITY DOES NOT HAVE THE MENU POSTED, NOR DID THE FACILITY PROVIDE THE FAMILIES WITH A MENU. THE DIRECTOR INDICATED THE FOOD PROGRAM HAS NOT SENT A MENU.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR SHALL ENSURE THAT THE WEEKLY MENUS ARE POSTED AND SHARED OUT WITH THE PROGRAM FAMILIES.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, THE FACILITY HAS NOT CONDUCTED AN EMERGENCY DRILL NOR DID THEY HAVE THE DRILL DOCUMENTED AT THE FACILITY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR CONDUCTED A FIRE DRILL PRACTICE ON AUGUST 11, 2022, AT 10:45 A.M, DURING PORGRAM HOURS.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, ACCORDING TO THE FIRE DRILL LOG, FIRE DRILLS ARE NOT BEING CONDUCTED EVERY 60 DAYS. THE LAST 3 DRILLS WERE CONDUCTED ON 2/4/22, 4/19/22 AND 7/8/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE THAT FIRE DRILLS ARE BEING CONDUCTED EVERY 20 TO 30 DAYS.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN HAS NOT BEEN SENT TO THE COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY AND THE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST DIRECTOR WILL EMAIL THE OEM”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION 8/10/22, CHILD 4 RECORD DID NOT CONTAIN A HEALTH REPORT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR WILL MAKE SURE THAT ALL ENROLLED STUDENTS IN THE PROGRAM ARE PROVIDED WITH HEALTH REPORTS/PHYSICALS.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, THE FACILITY HASNOT NOTIFIED LOCAL TRAFFIC SAFETY AUTHORITIES IN WRITING OF THE LOCATION O FTHE FACILITY AND THE PROGRAM'S USE OF PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICULAR ROUTES AROUND THE CHILD CARE FACILITY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE THAT THEY WILL NOTIFY LOCAL TRAFFIC SAFETY AUTHORITIES IN WRITING ANNUALLY.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
DURING THE RENEWL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, STAFF 2,3,4, AND 5 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN THE EXPERIENCE FOR THE POSITON THEY HELD.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR AND MANAGEMET SHALL OBTAIN THE 2 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE UPON HIRE PROCESS. STAFF 4 AND 5 IS NO LONGER EMPLOYED.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, THE DAILY ACTIVITY SCHEDULE WAS NOT POSTED IN THE GROUP SPACE OF ROOM 8 AND 9.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR SHALL POST UP WEEKLY THE DAILY ACTIVITIES SCHEDULES.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, ROOM 8 AND 9 DID NOT HAVE THE EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION PLAN POSTED IN ROOM 8 AND 9.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE THAT EMERGENCY TRANSPORT PROCEDURES ARE POSTED INTO THE AREAS OR CLASSROOMS.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, CHILD 1 EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM DID NOT HAVE A CONSENT FOR MINOR FIRST AID.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE THAT PARENTS/GUARDIANS SIGN OFF ON PARENTAL CONSENTS UPON ENROLLMENT PROCESS, FOR FIRST AID PROCEDURES.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, CHILD 1 EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM DID NOT HAVE A CONSENT FOR TRANSPORTATION AND WADING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE THAT ON THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM THAT PARENTS/GUARDIANS, SIGN OFF ON EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION, WALKING EXCURSIONS, SWIMMING AND WADING ARE SIGNED.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, DID NOT HAVE 2 NON FAMILY REFERENCE LETTERS ON FILE. STAFF 5 WAS MISSING ONE NON FAMILY REFERENCE LETTER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR AND MANAGMENT SHALL ENSURE THAT STAFF PROVIDE AT LEAST TWO NON FAMILY REFERENCE LETTERS UPON HIRE.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, THE FACILITY HAS NOT PROVIDED THE PARENTS OF THE ENROLLED CHILDREN WITH A METHOD TO CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE REGIONAL CHILD CARE OFFICE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR SHALL POST-UP AND KEEP POSTED/UPDATED INFORMATION ON DPW IS REGULATIONS, ELECRONIC INFORMATION WITH INSTRUCTIONS ON CONTACTING THE APPROPRIATE REGIONAL CHILD CARE OFFICE.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/10/22, FACILITY WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE 12 HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING FOR STAFF 1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “OST SITE DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE THAT 12 HOURS OF PD TRAINING ARE DONE THROUGH PA KEYS OR BETTER KID CARE.ORG”
Citation Oct 14, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not include written record that emergency plan training was conducted on an annual basis. Last emergency plan training staff person #1 and #2 received on 9/5/19, staff person #5 received on 11/6/19, staff person #3 hired on 6/24/21 and staff person #4 hired on 3/8/21 did not receive training at the time of initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2021): “Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 will receive emergency plan training.”
Citation Oct 14, 2021 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)
At the time of renewal inspection, a health assessment of staff person #5 from 6/4/19 was conducted more than 24 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2021): “Staff person #5 will provide an updated health assessment.”
Citation Oct 14, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1, #2, and #5 did not include written record that staff was participating in fire safety training at least annually. Staff person #1 received fire safety training on 2/17/19, staff person #2 received training on 12/17/19, staff person #5 received fire safety training on 12/17/19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 3, 2021): “Staff person #1, #2 and #5 will participate in fire safety training.”
Citation Oct 14, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(h)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #4 hired on 3/8/21 did not include verification of professional development in health and safety topics within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2021): “Staff person #4 will complete health and safety training.”
Citation Oct 14, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #2 included mandated reporter training from 6/18/15 that was taken more than 60 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2021): “Staff person #2 will provide an updated mandated reporter training.”
Citation Oct 14, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #3 hired on 6/24/21 for the position of the director did not include acceptable verification of education required for the position of the director such as transcript.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2021): “Staff person #3 will provide transcript.”
Citation Oct 14, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
At the time of renewal inspection, the operator did not provide verification that the parent of each child enrolled received information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 3, 2021): “Provider will post a link to regulations and instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.”

“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.) $27.40 $23.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $27.40 $23.00

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 (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Oct 30, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Dec 17, 2021 · what STARS means
Operator Xiente
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 291-4896
State certificate # CER-00244112
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has XIENTE at McKinley School OST 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 Jul 28, 2025 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed three children in the middle school room unsupervised. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANT” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about XIENTE at McKinley School OST?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at XIENTE at McKinley School OST since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is XIENTE at McKinley School OST’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Dec 17, 2021. 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 XIENTE at McKinley School OST compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #946 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was XIENTE at McKinley School OST last inspected?

Sep 16, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does XIENTE at McKinley School OST cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $27.40 for young school-age, $27.40 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs XIENTE at McKinley School OST?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Xiente.

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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