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Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia · 3149 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia

3149 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19133 · Philadelphia County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 1

Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 143 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 71 violations, 10 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (25 of 71). 22 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 #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 77% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 77% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
10 Core-safety citations
61 Other citations
9 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
71 citations from 10 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 22 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 11, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 11, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 18, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 3, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 18, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 8, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 1, 2022 · Inspection · no citation Sep 20, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 10, 2021 · 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 25
Building & playground safety 10
Training & qualifications 10
Health & medication 9
Supervision 4
Background checks 3
Emergency preparedness 3
Caregiver conduct 3
Transportation 2
Food & feeding 2

Citations, newest first

Core safety Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Supervision
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 does not have a current pediatric first aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first aid and CPR training expiration date of 1/26/26. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children at minimum by an assistant group supervisor who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there is no staff person available to supervise staff #3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “Resolved Staff #3 attended First aid /cpr class on 8/20/26”
Core safety Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the file of facility person #9, contains a state police clearance dated 12/4/20, a national sex offenders verification dated 1/30/20 and a mandated reporter training dated 9/2/20, which is more than 60 months old. (See code sheet for hire date)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “Resolved teacher #9 has updated state police clearance, national sex offended verification and a mandated reporter training.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #1 and #2 received initial emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “Resolved Staff #1 and #2 attended Emergency plan training on 8/24/26”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, water stains were observed on the ceiling tile in room #7 and #8.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “Resolved. Ceiling tiles replaced in room 7 and 8”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, peeled paint was observed on the tan walls in room #2 in the circle time area and boarders entering the bathroom. Room #3 in the dramatic play area. Room #4 near the cubbies. Room #5 near the trash can. Room #6 near the widow where the bathroom is located and room #7 in the library area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “Resolved- paint and plaster repaired/ renewed.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, one of the exit doors to enter the toddler play space was observed blocked with barriers and a toy shelf.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “Resolved- toy shelf removed.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the cots observed in room #3 and #10 were not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “Resolved Cots in room 3 are labeled with numbers and cots in room 10 are labeled with numbers and names.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the health assessment reviewed for child #2 and #7 did not include immunization records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Resolved- immunizations entered into child files.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the health assessment reviewed for child #2 and #6 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Resolved- Health report updated”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the emergency drill log reviewed was not annually updated. Last dated 3/11/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2026): “Resolved Emergency drills completed, August 4, 2026 @ 10:04 AM August 19,2026 @ 11;30AM August 24,2026@2;30PM”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(9)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, upon request there was no fire drill log available for review to verify the facility conducts fire drills every 60days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2026): “Resolved- fire drill log located and maintained in proper area”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, upon request there was no fire alarm, testing log, available for review, to verify the facility test their fire alarm system every 30days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2026): “Resolved- Fire alarm log located and maintained in proper area.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify the facility notified local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2026): “CD and MCC to identify appropriate safety authorities and write out our notification. to provide our use of pedestrian and vehicular routes”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, staff person #6 has not completed pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 5/3/26. Documentation of updated pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #6 must be supervised, when interacting with children at minimum by an assistant group supervisor who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there is no staff person available to supervise staff #6 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “Resolved teacher #6 First Aid and CPR expires in 8/28”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, upon request the evaluations reviewed for staff #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 was not updated within 12 months. Last dated August of 2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2026): “New CD will reach out to people connect to see if staff evaluations were submitted by previous center director.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the record reviewed for staff #1 did not include verification of childcare experience for the position performing. (Assistant Group Supervisor)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2026): “This was a staff from a temp agency who is no longer working with us. We also verbally verified with the staff that he was not spoken to by the license inspector.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the financial agreement reviewed for child #3 was not signed by the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Resolved. Agreement signed”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the financial agreement reviewed for child #1, #3, #4 and #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Resolved- Admission dates added.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #5 did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Resolved- Physician and source of medical care contact added.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #5 did not include the work address and work phone number of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Resolved- Emergency contact updated.”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 did not include the release person address or phone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact reviewed for child #5 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Resolved- Emergency contact updated”
Citation Aug 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #6 was not updated within a 6month period. Last dated 1/15/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Resolved- Child #6 no longer enrolled in our program”
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Core safety Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/9/25, the file of facility person #1 (see code sheet for hire date) contains a NSOR, National Sex Offenders Registry dated 7/8/20 which is more than 60 months old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “Staff member was removed from the classroom and aided in non-child related tasks in the building.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/9/25, the water temperature tested via a thermometer in room 1 and 2 read 118° F. Room 6 and 7 read 113° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “Facilities worker adjusted the water temperature to meet expected temperature.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/9/25, water stains were observed in the ceiling of room 8.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “Facilities worker replaced the ceiling tiles.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/9/25, chipped paint was observed on the wall in room 7 near the cot area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “Ticket was submitted for repaint request. Facilities worker repainted the area with chipped paint.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/9/25, one of the bathrooms sinks in room 9 were not in good repair and was observed taped off.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “Ticket was submitted for request of repair. Facilities worker remolded the faucet the sink.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/9/25, there were no thermometers placed in room 2 and 6 refrigerator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “Thermometers were ordered.”
Citation Mar 18, 2025 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child 55 Pa. Code §3270.20(a)(1)
During the complaint investigation conducted 3/18/2025, it was found that the facility did not notify the appropriate regional office within 24 hours when child #1 in care at the facility received emergency room treatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “All responsible staff were made aware of code 3800.16. Reportable incidents in order to establish a guide when trying to determine a reportable incident.”
Citation Mar 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/18/2025, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #1 completed the required mandated reporter training within 90days of hire (see code sheet for hire date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2025): “This has been updated. The center director will set reminders to ensure completion and that follow ups continues of CPSL mandated reporter training and clearance information.”
Core safety Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/3/2024 the FBI fingerprint clearance observed for staff person #4 was not updated within a 60-month period. (Expired 4/20/2023) (see code sheet for hire date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “Human resource department shall update digital files so center director can update center files accordling.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024 the hot water temperature in the bathrooms throughout the facility were tested via a thermometer and registered at 120 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Equipped facility techs with thermometers and they will check all temperatures weekly.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024 the first aid kit reviewed in room 7 did not include tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Monthly first aid check. Provide tape for room 7 first aid kit.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024 there was no cot list available for review in room 5 for each specific child to determine assigned individual rest equipment. The infant cribs in room 6 were not labeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Have teachers create a cot list. Teachers created and post cot list and labeled cots/cribs on 9/5/2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024 the health report reviewed for child #2 was not updated within a 6month period. Last dated 12/5/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Family advocate will reach out to family for an updated health assessment which should be provided by 10/4/2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024 the health report reviewed for child #22 did not include a statement that verifies if the child is able to participate in childcare and free from contagious or communicable diseases.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Will be completed by 10/4/2024 by family advocate.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 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 conducted 9/3/2024 the record reviewed for staff person #5 did not include a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “Health assessment was completed 10/12/23. TB last 10/12/2023.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024 the bottles observed in room 2 and 6 were not labeled with the child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Bottles will be labeled immediately done by 9/5/2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024 upon request there was no evidence produced verifying that the facility notified their local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility with in a 12-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “Phone calls were made to James Russelle on 9/27/2024 and email sent 9/27/2024 at 1pm pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility for the 2024-2025 school year procedures were attached to email.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/3/2024 the evaluations reviewed for staff person #4 #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13 and #14 were not updated within a 12month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “Emailed evaluations to certification representative. This was completed on 9.4.2024 at 4:07 pm. Evaluations for staff persons #4 #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13 and #14 are in email.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/3/2024 the record reviewed for staff person #5 did not include verification of childcare experience to qualify staff for the position performing. (Assistant Group Supervisor).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Follow up with human resources will for child verification form. #5 will be demoted to a substitute until she gains enough experience.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024 the agreement reviewed for child #2, #6, #20, #22, #23, #24, #25, #26 and #27 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Family advocates will complete dates of admission by 10/4/2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/3/2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #20 and #23 did not include the physicians phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Family advocate will work on completing files by 10/4/2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/3/2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #2, #6, #20, #21, #22, #23, #24, #25, #26 and #27 did not include the work addresses and work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Family advocate will work on completing files by 10/4/2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/3/2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 and #26 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Files will be completed by 10/4/2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/3/2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #20, #21, #22, #23, #26 and #27 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Files will be completed by 10/4/2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/3/2024 There were no emergency contacts available for review in the childcare space for child #15, #16, #17 in room 5 and child #18 and #19 in room 10.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Teachers and advocate will complete monthly reviews of classrooms binders starting 10/4/2024. Task completed 9/27/2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/3/2024 the emergency contacts reviewed in room 1 for child #1, and #2, room 4 child, #3, #4, #5, and #6, room 5 child, #7, #8, room 7 child, #9, room 9 child #10, #11, #12, #13 and child #14 from room 10 emergency contacts were not updated within a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Family advocate will complete this by 10//2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #2, #20, #21, #24, #25, and #26 did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Family advocate will ensure signature completion by 10/4/2024.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted 9/3/2024 the record revied for staff person #1, #2 and #3 only included 1 reference letter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “Center director will have reference letters in files by 10/4/2024.”
Core safety Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023, 10 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 9 file contained a mandated reporter training dated 10/16/2023. Staff member # 5 file did not contain the Health and Safety (CCDBG) Update. These training is a required preservice training required to work alone with children in care. Staff # 9 cannot work unsupervised with children until the mandated reporter training is completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Staff members 5 and 9 will complete these requirements before being unsupervised with children. Acelero will submit documentation to OCDEL confirming completion.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023, 30 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27,28,29 and 30 files contained fee agreements that did not specify the child's admission date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Acelero will submit copies of the fee agreements that include children's admission dates to OCDEL.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023, 30 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,13,14,15,17,20,24,26,27 and 28 files contained an emergency contact form that did not include work contact information for the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Acelero will submit updated emergency contact forms that include the work contacts for the enrolling parent or an "N/A" if the parent does not have a work location.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023, 30 child files were reviewed. Child # 8 file contained an emergency contact form that did not include written consent for emergency medical care treatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Acelero will submit the updated emergency contact form for Child #8 that includes written consent for emergency medical treatment.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023, 30 child files were reviewed. Child # 27 file contained an emergency contact form that did not address the section regarding the child's special needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Acelero will submit an updated emergency contact form for Child #27 that addresses the child's special needs section.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023, 30 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,6,7,8,15,17,20,24,27 and 29 files contained an emergency contact form that did not include the complete contact information for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Acelero will submit to OCDEL updated emergency contact forms that contain the full information of the individuals designated by the guardian to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023, 30 child files were reviewed. Child # 8 and 16 files contained an emergency contact form that did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Acelero will resubmit the emergency contact form for Children #8 and #16 with this section of the parental consent completed.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023, 30 child files were reviewed. Child # 12 file contained an emergency contact form that did not consent for swimming.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Acelero will submit an updated emergency contact form to OCDEL with this section completed; none of our parents consent to swimming but Family Services will reiterate to parents that they must either sign or write "n/a" in this section of the form.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023, 10 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1, 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 and 10 files did not contain a valid ID to verify age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Acelero will submit valid ID documentation to OCDEL for these staff members.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023. 10 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2,3,6 and 9 files did not contain verification of child care experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Acelero will submit verification of child care experience, education, or training for these staff members to OCDEL.”
Citation Oct 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2023, 10 staff files were reviewed. Staff #4 file contained a health assessment dated 9/9/2021. This health assessment is not valid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Acelero will submit Staff Member #4's updated health assessment to OCDEL.”
Core safety Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the complaint investigation on 6/8-22/23, it was determined that staff #1 and staff #2 were unable to adequately supervise the child while she was placed in the bathroom alone. Staff #1 and staff #2 were not observed to check on the child after child was placed in the bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2023): “Staff #1 and Staff #2 were terminated.”
Core safety Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Caregiver conduct
No ridicule or threaten harm 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(c)
During the complaint investigation on 6/8-22/23, it was determined that a child was singled out for ridicule, (calling child baby cry and stated if child was their child would punch in the throat) by staff #1 and staff #2 in classroom 8 during naptime.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2023): “Employees were terminated.”
Core safety Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Caregiver conduct
No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)
During the complaint inspection on 6/8-22/23, it was determined that staff #1 and staff #2 used harsh, demeaning language in the presence of children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2023): “Employees were terminated.”
Core safety Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
During the complaint inspection on 6/8-22/23, it was determined that staff #2 enclosed a child in a bathroom and child remained in the bathroom for 3minutes and 48 seconds before another staff person went in the bathroom to the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2023): “Employees were terminated.”
Core safety Sep 20, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2022, DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THERE WERE THREE CHILDREN IN CLASSROOM # 2 THAT WERE NOT BEING SUPERVISED BY A STAFF PERSON. STAFF PERSON # 1 WAS AT THE DOOR AWAY FROM THE CHILDREN AND STAFF PERSON # 2 WAS IN THE BATHROOM WITH A CHILD.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2022): “Center Director re-trained Staff members #1 and #2 on 9/20/2022 about supervision and how best to navigate their L-shaped room, including specifically not to get the cots out and perform toileting activities at the same time. The Center Director has observed this part of Classroom #2's schedule…”
Citation Sep 20, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2022, DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE THAT STAFF PERSON # 3 COMPLETED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE FOLLOWING TOPICS- listed in subsections (f)1-10 (WITHIN 90-DAYS OF HIRE (HIRE DATE SEE CODE SHEET).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 14, 2022): “Staff person #3 had already completed the trainings in subsections 3270.31(f)1-10 but the center did not have the evidence of completion (such as certificates, PA Keys report) printed and readily available in their licensing binder during the inspection. Staff person #3 printed and submitted the…”
Citation Nov 10, 2021 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 the files of Staff 2 (Hired 3/9/20), Staff 3 (Hired 10/20/14), Staff 6 (Hired 7/30/18) and Staff 7 (Hired 5/9/11) did not include a valid health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2022): “Staff have been directed to complete health assessments during the winter break and return them on January 4th. Should they fail to do so, they will be suspended.”
Citation Nov 10, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 9 (Hired 9/3/19) did not include verification of annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2022): “Employee is scheduled to complete fire safety training in January.”
Citation Nov 10, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 6 (Hired 7/ 30/18) did not include verification of valid mandated reporter training. The file of Staff 9 (Hired 9/3/19) did not include an application for or a completed National Sex Offenders Registry Certificate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2022): “Staff 6 is completing the mandated reporter training during the winter recess and must submit it upon return on January 4th. Staff 9 has requested a copy of their NSOR and must produce it upon return from winter recess on January 4th. Should either staff fail to comply, they will be suspended.”
Citation Nov 10, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 3 (Hired 10/20/14) did not include verification of education to qualify for the position the person is performing. The file of Staff 6 (Hired 7/30/18) did not include verification of experience to qualify for the position the person is performing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2022): “These staff are bringing the documents in on January 4th following the winter break. Should they fail to do so, they will be suspended.”

“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 Mar 18, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation 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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $42.69 $36.70
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $42.69 $36.70
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $41.67 $34.65
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $36.54 $30.55
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $33.47 $26.45

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 143 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Nov 1, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Nov 27, 2018 · what STARS means
Operator Acelero Learning Camden INC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 753-5230
State certificate # CER-00261112
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Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia 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 Aug 11, 2026 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection conducted 8/11/26, staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 does not have a current pediatric first aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia?

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 Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Nov 27, 2018. 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 Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia 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 77% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia last inspected?

Aug 11, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $42.69 for newborn, $42.69 for infant, $41.67 for young toddler, $36.54 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Acelero Learning Camden INC.

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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