Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19144

Academy for Early Learning

5000 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144 · Philadelphia County

1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)

Academy for Early Learning is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 173 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 34 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (11 of 34). 7 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 #569 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 54% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical

Tied for #569 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia

6 Core-safety citations

28 Other citations

8 Inspections

2 Complaint investigations that found violations

34 citations from 10 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 7 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 9, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 11

Records & paperwork 9

Health & medication 4

Background checks 3

Building & playground safety 2

Caregiver conduct 2

Emergency preparedness 1

Supervision 1

Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection on 6/15/26, it was observed that The records of staff person #1 did not contain an updated National Sex offender registry certificate (NSOR) The records of staff person #2 did not contain an updated Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance The records of staff person #5 not contain mandated reporter training The records of staff person #6 did not contain an updated National Sex offender Registry certificate (NSOR) and update mandated reporter training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 17, 2026): “Personnel; files were reviewed and updated. Mandated reporter training documentation for staff person #5 (7/28/25) and staff person #6(6/14/26) has been verified and placed in their personnel files. Documentation for staff persons #1 & #2 has been requested and will be added upon receipt”

Citation Jun 9, 2026 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)

During the renewal inspection on 6/15/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain an updated health assessment. The records of staff person #3 did not contain a health assessment and results of Tuberculosis screening.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “Updated health assessment documentation has been requested and obtained for the identified staff members and has been placed in their personnel files upon receipt.”

Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

During the renewal inspection on 6/15/26, it was observed that the records of staff person # 1did not contain fire safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2026): “The required annual fire safety training for staff person #1 will be completed and documented in the employee's personnel file. All personnel files will be reviewed to verify current fire safety training documentation, and any missing documentation will be identified for immediate correction.”

Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

During the renewal inspection on 6/15/26, it was observed that the records of staff persons #1, #2 did not contain the correct combination of health and safety training. The records of staff person #6 did not contain health and safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “Personnel records for staff persons#1, #2 and #6 were reviewed. Documentation verifying the required health and safety training has been obtained and placed in the appropriate personnel files. Staff person #6 completed the required health & safety on 9/1/25 and documentation has been added to the…”

Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)

During the renewal inspection on 6/15/26, it was observed that the records of staff persons #1 and #6 did not contain a written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “Annual performance evaluations for staff persons #1 and #6 have been completed and placed in their personnel files.”

Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)

During the renewal inspection on 6/15/26, it was observed that there was no written plan of daily activities and routines posted in the young toddler room.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “A written daily schedule has been posted in the young toddler room and is available for staff and families.”

Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

During the renewal inspection on 6/15/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, #4, #5 did not include verification of childcare experience.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “Verification of childcare experience has been requested for the identified staff members and will be maintained in their personnel files upon receipt.”

Core safety Jun 23, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection on 6/23/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an updated State Police Criminal record and Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance. The records of staff person #2 did not include the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearances. The records of staff person #3 and Staff person #8 did not include a National Sex Offender Registry clearance. The records of staff person #4 did not include an updated State Police Criminal record and National Sex Offender Registry clearances.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “All staff persons were able to obtain necessary updated clearances and have submitted the proper documentation.”

Citation Jun 23, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

During the renewal inspection on 6/23/25, it was observed that the records of staff persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not include training regarding the emergency plan.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “All staff persons have received updated training for our emergency plan training. Staff persons have been employed before 2025 has also received their annually emergency plan training.”

Citation Jun 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

During the renewal inspection on 6/23/25, it was observed that the records of staff persons #1 and #3 did not include and updated health assessment. Documents dated 9/22/22 and 3/25/23 respectively.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2025): “Provider had staff persons make an appointment for updated health assessments.”

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Citation Jun 23, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

General Health and Safety/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.31(f)

During the renewal inspection on 6/23/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 and staff person #4 did not contain an acceptable combination of Health and safety training

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “We will be sure to maintain quarterly records for all employees many forward with a print out for staff to be able to also know the amount of courses that have been taken through Better Kid Care, PD Registry, and CCEI. Both staff person has completed Health & Safety.”

Citation Jun 23, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)

During the renewal inspection on 6/23/25, it was observed that the records of staff persons #1, #2, and #3 did not contain an updated staff evaluation. Documents dated 3/28/24, and 4/19/23 respectively.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Provider has updated staff persons evaluation since 6/23/25”

Citation Jun 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

During the renewal inspection on 6/23/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 did not include consents for emergency medical care and minor first aid.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2025): “Provider called parents to confirm and was given consent to fill in the missing fields on the form. Provider will also double check moving forward that parents complete each form within its entirety.”

Citation Jun 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

During the renewal inspection on 6/23/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include verification of education. The records of staff persons #6 and #8 did not include verification of experience.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2025): “Provider found verification of education for staff person 2. For staff person 6 and 8, provider has updated the verification of experience.”

Citation Jun 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

During the renewal inspection on 6/23/25, it was observed that the records of staff persons #2, #5, #6 and #7 did not include two written, nonfamily references

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2025): “Provider received updated references for staff persons.”

Citation Mar 5, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)

During the allocated unannounced monitoring visit on 3/5/25, it was observed that there was no updated annual inspection of the fire detection system. Document dated 2/13/2024.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2025): “Contacted building engineer to provide updated fire inspection”

Citation Mar 5, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)

During the allocated unannounced monitoring visit on 3/5/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain an updated Pediatric First Aid and CPR training. Document dated 3/4/2023.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2025): “The staff members were scheduled and completed CPR training on 3/22/2025”

Citation Mar 5, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

During the allocated unannounced monitoring visit on 3/5/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2did not include fire safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2025): “Staff member was assigned to complete DHS approved fire safety training using our online Professional development platform CCEI”

Citation Mar 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

During the allocated unannounced monitoring visit on 3/5/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of childcare experience.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2025): “Staff person #1 provided the necessary documentation”

Follow-up Aug 1, 2024 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Continued non-compliance was observed on 8/1/24, in that the records of staff person #4 did not include the National Sex Offender registry (NSOR) certificate as required by the CPSL.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2024): “Staff Member has shown inspector Documentation”

Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.

Follow-up Aug 1, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding

Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107

Continued non-compliance was observed on 8/1/24, in that there was no thermometer in the refrigerator in the Infant room to monitor refrigerator temperatures.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2024): “Staff member has shown inspector thermometer in infant room fridge”

Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.

Follow-up Aug 1, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

Continued non-compliance was observed on 8/1/24, in that the records of staff person #2 did not include the 1-hr health and safety update 2022.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2024): “I have asked for Staff 1 hr. safety documentation from there old employment. Staff person 32 suspended until documents are received.”

Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.

Follow-up Aug 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

Continued non-compliance was observed on 8/1/24 in that the records of staff person staff person #2, did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2024): “Staff Member has been suspended until documents are received.”

Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.

Core safety Jun 26, 2024 Inspection Supervision

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

During the renewal inspection on 6/26/24, it was observed that Staff person # 2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (1-hour Health and safety update 2022).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2024): “Staff #2 has sent in updated documents.”