Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC
Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 52 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 44 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (11 of 44). 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 #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, staff person #1 and #2 had not been assigned primary care groups for responsibility of specific children.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was toxic on low shelf in the children's bathroom #1. (Corrected on site).
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The health assessment for child #1 did not include immunization records.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. During the walkthrough in the PreK classroom there was toxic hand sanitizer on the low shelf in reach or the children. (Corrected on site).
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The child abuse clearance for staff person #7 was expired. The FBI clearance for staff person #5 and #7 was expired. The NSOR clearance for staff person #5, #6, #7 and #8 was expired. In addition, the record for staff person #9 did not have the required NSOR clearance. The date was cut off the bottom of the PA state police clearance for staff person #4.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency plan had not been reviewed and updated for the year.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Electrical outlets were uncovered in the infant/toddler classroom. (Corrected on site).
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the sheetrock wall in the younger toddler classroom needed repair.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there was orange peeling paint in the younger toddler classroom.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The health assessment for staff person #2 and #4 was outdated.
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Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the facility did not have documentation that an emergency drill was conducted.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fire drill log on file was outdated.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have documentation that the fire alarm system is being checked every 30 days.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency plan had not been sent to the local municipality.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have the annual documentation notifying the local traffic safety authorities of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the facility did not have updated liability insurance on file. (Corrected on site).
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fire safety training for staff person #3 was expired.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #3 did not include the required health and safety training.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #3 needed an annually staff evaluation.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1 and #2 did not include CSR assessments.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact for child #2 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact for child #2 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there was (keep out of reach of children) hand soaps on the lower sink countertops in bathroom #1 and #2. In addition, there was an unlocked cabinet with bleach and other toxic cleaning supplies located in the back infant classroom.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kits on the first floor were missing water bottles. The first aid kit in the prek room on the second floor did not contain tweezers, gauze, soap or a bottle of water.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there was a long crack in the wall sheetrock located in bathroom #1.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The highchairs located in the infant/toddler classroom did not have t-shaped safety straps.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Staff person #1 did not wash their hands after diaper changing.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have a written statement giving by the parents about the formula and feeding schedules for each infant.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The current emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, or children with chronic medical conditions.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The current emergency plan did not include a lock-down plan.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility has not yet notified the local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not specify the persons to whom the child may be released.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1 and #3 was missing the child's physician information.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1 and #3 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the health insurance coverage or policy number.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1, #2 and #3 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1 and #3 did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions or administration of minor first-aid procedures.
On June 26, 2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #1 did not contain evidence of an updated health assessment, the health assessment on file was dated 1/24/22.
On June 26, 2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of a health assessment with tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.
On January 6, 2023 during the complaint investigation, it was determined that Staff #1 spanked Child #1 on the bottom
On January 6, 2023 during the complaint investigation, Staff #1 yelled at Child #1 for soiling their diaper, Staff #1 stated they do not care if Child #1 has special needs
On January 6, 2023 during the complaint investigation, Staff #1 yelled at Child #1 for soiling their diaper
ON JUNE 16, 2022 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF #1 DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF A CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE, THE CLEARANCE ON FILE WAS FOR A VOLUNTEER.
ON JUNE 16, 2022 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF CHILD #1, CHILD #2 AND CHILD #3 DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF AN UPDATED EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM AND FEE AGREEMENT
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $68.00 | $68.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $64.00 | $64.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $60.00 | $60.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $57.00 | $57.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $41.00 | $41.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $41.00 | $41.00 |
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 Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Jun 25, 2026 (supervision): “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, staff person #1 and #2 had not been assigned primary care groups for responsibility of specific children.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Dec 7, 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 Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC last inspected?
Jun 25, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $68.00 for infant, $64.00 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler, $57.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Ya Ya Daycare Center 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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