A Secure Future Academy LLC
A Secure Future Academy LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 35 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 3 complaint investigations. The state cited 74 violations, 10 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (27 of 74). 35 citations came in the last 12 months, including 8 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,130 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 94% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
Every state visit
What inspectors cited most
Citations, newest first
During my investigation, staff 1 left the room twice leaving the 7 children in the room unsupervised.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, hired December 2025 did not include their NOSR certification, FBI, nor their mandated reporter training, & staff 2 hired January 2026 did not include their FBI, NOSR, nor their mandated reporter training.
While conducting my inspection I observed that staff 4, did not wash the child's hands after diapering.
While conducting my inspection I observed that staff 4, did not wipe down the changing table after diapering.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility pick-up and drop off procedures was not posted.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not sent their local safety letter to their local authorities.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not contain a current first aid/cpr training.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1-4, & 6, 7, did not include their parent's home and work addresses and telephone numbers.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 5, did not include their health insurance policy number.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1-6, & 8, did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include an updated emergency contain sheet.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, 5, and 6, did not include all the required signatures at the bottom of their emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not include verification of child care experience, education.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not include a current health assessment nor a PPD.
On 11/13/25 an investigation was conducted at the facility. I observed the preschool room with 13 children and 1 staff member.
During my investigation I found that staff one took 6 kids to the playground by herself.
During the inspection, it was observed that staff 1, and 2, did not know whom they were responsible for.
During the investigation, it was observed that the trash had not been picked up in a few weeks.
During my investigation it was found that the parent did not get their incident report the day of the incident.
While conducting my investigation I observed that staff 2 left the room leaving another staff with 6 kids ranging in age from 1-3years old.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain their 1. FBI clearance 2. State Police clearance 3. Child abuse clearance 4. Mandated reporter Training
During the inspection, it was observed that young toddler room had 6 kids ranging in age of 1-3years old with only 1 teacher.
While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted a fire drill still 6/20/25.
While conducting my inspection I observed that the fire system had not been tested manually since 1/25/25, and professionally 1/2024.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan had not been reviewed since 1/1/2023.
During the inspection, it was observed that both the preschool room and infant room were missing outlet covers.
During the inspection, it was observed that the water was temping at 118 degrees.
While conducting my inspection I observed peeling paint in the infant room.
While conducting my inspection I observed that the play equipment in the toddler room was torn.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not have their current first aid /cpr training.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not contain the health & safety training.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not contain their mandated reporter training.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain acceptable verification of experience.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain two written, nonfamily references.
Show 39 older citations
While reviewing the staff files I observed staff 4 hired on October 2024, did not include a current state police clearance.
During the inspection, it was observed water is temping at 118 degrees.
During the inspection, it was observed the peeling and coming off.
During the inspection, it was observed peeling paint on the wall in the toddler room.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3,4, did not contain a current health assessment.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3-5, did not contain a persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, did not contain their emergency contact person information.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, 4, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released, on their emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not contain an updated emergency contact sheet nor a agreement form.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-4, did not contain acceptable verification of experience.
During my inspection I observed that the kitchen connected to the infant room had toxics in an unlocked cabinet under the sink.
During my inspection I observed that the rest equipment in the infant room was not labeled correctly.
During my inspection I observed that the child 11, did not have a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule from the parent.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their pick-up and drop-off safe route procedures posted.
During my inspection I observed that the facility has not conducted their annual emergency drill.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conduct fire drill in the last 60 days.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Shaken baby syndrome sign/symptoms 2. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 3. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not complete their health and safety training.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2-4, did not have a annual written evaluation.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 4, 5-9, did know have services to be provided to the family and the child on their agreement form.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-3, 5, &, 7-9, did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-3, 5, 6, &, 8, did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 6, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 6, 8, 9, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, 5, did not have an updated emergency contact sheet, and child 3, did not have an updated agreement form.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 6, & 10, did not have all the required signatures on their emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 4, did not have a agreement form.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-4, did not include acceptable verification of their child care experience.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, had not completed their 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection dated 1/30/2023, certification representative observed Pine Glo and Fabulous toxic cleaning materials that were accessible to children in a cabinet under the changing table in bathroom of the Pre School room.
During renewal inspection dated 1/30/2023, certification representative observed that in the infant room there were two places where the paint was chipping, and also in the YT/OT room, the paint was chipping near the steps on the corner of the wall.
During renewal inspection dated 1/30/2023, certifcation representative observed that child #1 was in a crib that was against two walls and did not have 2 feet of space on three sides.
During renewal inspection dated 1/30/2023, certification representative observed that the provider did not have written notification to the local traffic safety authorities.
The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Several facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1- CHILD ABUSE and FBI more than 60 months old.) (#2- mandated reporter training more than 60 months old) (#3- STATE POLICE- volunteer clearance not acceptable for employees) (#4- STATE POLICE- volunteer clearance not acceptable for employees
Several items were observed on the steps blocking the rear exit.
Two staff person's records did not contain a health assessment completed within 12 months prior to the date of hire. (#3 and #4)
One staff person's record did not contain written verification of education for their assistant group supervisor position. The high school diploma presented could not be verified as it did not not have a date of graduation. (#4)
Two facility person's records did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
“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.) | $67.00 | $54.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $65.00 | $53.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $63.00 | $50.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $60.00 | $45.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $40.00 | $40.00 |
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 A Secure Future Academy LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 10 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 16, 2026 (supervision): “During my investigation, staff 1 left the room twice leaving the 7 children in the room unsupervised.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about A Secure Future Academy LLC?
Pennsylvania lists 3 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 A Secure Future Academy LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Feb 4, 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 A Secure Future Academy LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,130 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 94% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was A Secure Future Academy LLC last inspected?
Jan 15, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does A Secure Future Academy LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.00 for infant, $65.00 for young toddler, $63.00 for older toddler, $60.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs A Secure Future Academy LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is A Secure Future Academy LLC.
Certified centers nearby
128 S 45th St, Philadelphia · under 0.1 mi away · 13 spots More citations than most Ties Tots
4431 Walnut St, Philadelphia · 0.1 mi away · 43 spots More citations than most The Essence of Childcare
4620 Walnut St # 22, Philadelphia · 0.2 mi away · 32 spots About typical Robots & Mentors Kipp
4601 Market St, Philadelphia · 0.2 mi away More citations than most The Lea UACS Program
4701 Spruce St, Philadelphia · 0.3 mi away Too few inspections to compare Parent-Infant Center
4205 Spruce St, Philadelphia · 0.3 mi away · 434 spots About typical
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.
Comparing centers? See how to choose a daycare: 30 questions to ask and a printable checklist.
Concerned about this center? See how to report a daycare: which state line to call, what to write down and what happens next.