A Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy
A Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 29 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 45 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (26 of 45). 20 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #848 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain an updated National Sex offender Registry (NSOR) certificate
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of Staff person #1, staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not include an updated emergency plan training.
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the ceiling tile in front of the bathroom was not in good repair.
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of child #5 did not include an updated health report. Document presented dated 2/4/25.
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include pediatric first Aid & CPR training.
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include updated fire safety training. Document presented dated 2/28/25.
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of child #3 and child #5 did not include provided information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. (Child Service Report)
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #4 did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #5 did not include information on the child's special needs.
During the renewal inspection o n3/11/26, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number. The records of child #4 did not include the policy number.
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of child #2, child #4, and child #5 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of child #5 did not contain and updated financial agreement. Document presented dated 3/24/2025.
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 11/6/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the State Police Criminal Record clearance as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #2 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) certificate as required by the CPSL.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 11/6/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1did not include an acceptable health assessment and a record of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method. Document presented dated 7/9/2023
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 11/6/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide childcare.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 11/6/25, it was observed that there was no current record of a fire drill on file. Document presented dated 3/4/2025.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring on 11/6/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain a complete combination of Health and Safety training.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 11/6/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include verification of childcare experience.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 11/6/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references.
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During the renewal inspection on 3/18/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include an updated Health assessment. Document dated 3/15/2024.
During the renewal inspection on 3/18/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection on 3/18/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of experience prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 3/18/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the correct Pediatric First Aid and CPR training.
During the renewal inspection on 3/19/24, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not include an updated health report. Report dated 3/6/23.
During the renewal inspection on 3/19/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Date test read was not verified on document.
During the renewal inspection on 3/19/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection on 3/19/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid.
At the time of inspection facility did not have an annual fire detection inspection nor could sound the system.
At the time of inspection facility person# 1 did not have a valid health assessment on file.
At the time of inspection facility person #2 did not have level of education and years of experience on file.
At the time of inspection facility person #2 did not have proof of qualification on file.
During renewal inspection, certification representative observed chipped paint in the left wall towards the back of the pre k room.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child 3 file, the child's health report is missing.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child's 1,2 and 5 files, parents signature is missing on the fee agreement form. During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child's 3 and 5 file, the release persons name was missing from the fee agreement form.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child's 3,4 and 5 file, the date of admission was missing from the children's fee agreement form.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child 4 file. Child 4 was missing address of physician and medical care on the emergency contact.During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child 1,2,3 and 4 files. Child 1 and 2 was missing enrolling parent's home address the work address and parents work phone number.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child file1,2,3,4. There were no signatures on emergency contact form for seeking emergency care medical care. and administering first aid.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child 3 and 4 child files, the disability information is missing on the children's emergency contact.During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child 1 file and the release person's name is missing on the emergency contact.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child 5 file and the emergency contact was not up to date.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child 2,3 and 5 files, the parent signatures are missing from the periodic view section on the fee agreement form.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child file1,2,3,4. There were no signatures on emergency contact form for seeking emergency care medical care and administering first aid.During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child file1,2,3,4. There were no signatures on emergency contact form for seeking emergency care medical care and administering first aid.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child 1,3 and 4 files, children's special dietary information is missing and parent consent for administration of medication on the emergency contact form.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child file1,2,3,4. There were no signatures on emergency contact form for seeking emergency care medical care and administering first aid.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed child file1,2 and 3 files, parent signature for transportation, walking, swimming, and wading are missing on the emergency contact form.
“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.) | $68.00 | $55.80 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.60 | $52.40 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $59.60 | $49.60 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.40 | $47.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.60 | $39.40 |
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 Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Mar 11, 2026 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection on 3/11/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain an updated National Sex offender Registry (NSOR) certificate” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about A Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at A Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is A Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Oct 11, 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 A Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #848 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was A Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy last inspected?
Mar 11, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does A Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $68.00 for infant, $63.60 for young toddler, $59.60 for older toddler, $56.40 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs A Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is A Spot 4 Tots Learning Academy 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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