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Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC

6149 Ogontz Ave # 51, Philadelphia, PA 19141 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4

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.

Inspection record

More citations than 78% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
6 Core-safety citations
38 Other citations
6 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
44 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 25, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 25, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 12, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 12, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 27, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 26, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 6, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Jun 16, 2022 · 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 11
Building & playground safety 10
Emergency preparedness 6
Health & medication 5
Training & qualifications 3
Caregiver conduct 3
Background checks 2
Transportation 2
Supervision 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jun 25, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2026): “Provider will assign primary care groups to staff.”
Citation Jun 25, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was toxic on low shelf in the children's bathroom #1. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2026): “At the time of inspection, the toxics were placed out of reach.”
Citation Jun 25, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The health assessment for child #1 did not include immunization records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2026): “Provider will have parent bring in the child's immunization shot reports.”
Citation Feb 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
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).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2026): “At the time of inspection, the toxic hand sanitizer was moved to a higher shelf.”
Core safety Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will have staff complete and update all required clearances.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency plan had not been reviewed and updated for the year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will review and update the emergency plan.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Electrical outlets were uncovered in the infant/toddler classroom. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2025): “At the time of inspection, provider covered all electrical outlets.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the sheetrock wall in the younger toddler classroom needed repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will have sheetrock wall in the younger toddler classroom repaired.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there was orange peeling paint in the younger toddler classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will have all peeling paint repaired.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The health assessment for staff person #2 and #4 was outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will have staff complete an updated health assessment.”
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Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the facility did not have documentation that an emergency drill was conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will complete an emergency drill with the staff and children.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fire drill log on file was outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will conduct a fire drill with staff and children.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have documentation that the fire alarm system is being checked every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will sound the fire alarm and keep documentation.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency plan had not been sent to the local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will send the emergency plan to the local municipality.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will create letter and send it to the local traffic safety authorities.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the facility did not have updated liability insurance on file. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2025): “At the time of inspection, provider printed out an updated copy of the liability insurance.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fire safety training for staff person #3 was expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will have staff completed fire safety training.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #3 did not include the required health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will have staff complete the health and safety training.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #3 needed an annually staff evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will complete the required staff evaluation.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1 and #2 did not include CSR assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will have staff complete required CSR assessments.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact for child #2 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will have staff complete missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jun 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact for child #2 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Provider will have staff complete missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “At the time of inspection provider moved all toxics and put them out of reach. Provider will add a lock in the back infant classroom cabinet where cleaning supplies are stored.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items/On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)/3270.75(d)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will add missing items to the first aid kit.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will have someone repair the bathroom wall.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will purchase t-shaped safety straps for the highchairs.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Staff person #1 did not wash their hands after diaper changing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will review diaper changing procedures will all staff.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will request a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule from the infant parents.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will add required accommodations to the current emergency plan.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
On June 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The current emergency plan did not include a lock-down plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will add a lock-down plan to the current emergency plan.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will create a letter notifying local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete the fee agreements with the persons names of whom the child can be released.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete missing physician information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete medical policy number on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will have parent's complete addresses of the individuals to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Jun 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)/3270.182(6)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2023): “Heath Assessment for Zuri Torres was obtained on July 5, 2023.”
Citation Jun 26, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2023): “Jenesis Ryan received her health assessment and TB screening on July 11th.”
Core safety Jan 6, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
On January 6, 2023 during the complaint investigation, it was determined that Staff #1 spanked Child #1 on the bottom
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2023): “Staff #1 was immediately terminated from YaYa Daycare Center, LLC on the date of the incident in question. Staff will not use physical punishment”
Core safety Jan 6, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No ridicule or threaten harm 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(c)
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
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2023): “Staff #1 was immediately terminated form YaYa as soon as the incident was reported to me. Staff will not ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and will not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.”
Core safety Jan 6, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)
On January 6, 2023 during the complaint investigation, Staff #1 yelled at Child #1 for soiling their diaper
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2023): “Staff #1 was terminated from YaYa as soon as the incident was reported to me. Staff will not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language at children nor in their presence.”
Core safety Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2022): “Staff member #1 will not work in a childcare position until clearance is obtained. In addition, I will ensure all clearances are valid and listed as "employment" rather than volunteer”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
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
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2022): “Parents for child 1,2,3 signed 6 months review of the enrollment 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

Violation found Jan 6, 2023 Complaint investigation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.

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

Capacity 52 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Sep 16, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Dec 7, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Ya Ya Daycare Center LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 548-4149
State certificate # CER-00259564
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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.

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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