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Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia · 2514 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia

2514 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19133 · Philadelphia County
1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4

Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 54 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 24 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (7 of 24). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #556 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 55% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 55% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #556 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
3 Core-safety citations
21 Other citations
6 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
24 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Nov 18, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Nov 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 6, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found May 13, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 19, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 14, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 24, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Apr 6, 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

Training & qualifications 7
Health & medication 4
Building & playground safety 4
Records & paperwork 4
Supervision 1
Caregiver conduct 1
Emergency preparedness 1
Food & feeding 1
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/18/25, the health assessment reviewed for child #1 and #2 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, Dec 8, 2025): “Parents were contacted to have a current and up to date health assessment that shall state that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Core safety Oct 6, 2025 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the compliant investigation conducted 10/6/2025, it was found via video footage reviewed that on 10/1/25, child # 1 was not being supervised by a staff person when child # 1 jumped from the outdoor playground equipment and sustained injuries which resulted in broken bones. Staff person # 1, # 2, # 3, #4, #5 and # 6 were present in the space but were not supervising child # 1 when the incident occurred.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “Center Director Conducted an extensive supervision training with the team. Reviewed policies and procedures in following and maintaining active supervision at all times.”
Core safety May 13, 2025 Self-reported violation Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
During the complaint investigation conducted 5/13/25, it was found that staff #1 restrained child #1 by holding the child's hands and legs down, restricting the child's movement for 3 minutes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2025): “Staff person will receive training on appropriate approaches to non-restive movement when engaged with a child.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/19/2024, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify that Staff #1 received emergency plan training at the time of initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2024): “Staff #1 will receive training on emergency planning.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/19/2024, The refrigerator in classroom LG #1 did not have an operating thermometer placed inside of the refrigerator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Thermostat shall be placed and present in any and all refrigerators located in any rooms.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/19/2024, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify that Staff #2 and #3 received a minimum of one evaluation within 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2024): “Staff will have updated annual evaluations and placed in their file.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Bachelor's + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/19/2024, upon request there was no verification of childcare experience available for review for staff #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2024): “Staff will have required documents/verified experience to continue working/operating facility to stay in compliance.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted 11/19/2024, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify that Staff #1 completed 12 clock hours of annual childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2024): “Staff person #1 will continue training hours to complete required annual training.”
Citation Aug 14, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on 8/14/2024, peeled paint was observed in numerous spots throughout the walls, inside of the preschool three classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2024): “The walls were painted 8/16/2024.”
Citation Aug 14, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on 8/14/2024, Handwashing signs with written requirements (a facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating), were not posted at the sink and toilet inside of the preschool three classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2024): “Handwashing signs were added to the missing spaces on 8/14/24.”
Citation Aug 14, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on 8/14/2024, the physical reviewed for staff person #1 was not updated within a 24-month period. (Last dated 7/15/22).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2024): “Physical and TB was scheduled for 8/20/24. Staff person attended appointment.”
Citation Aug 14, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on 8/14/2024, the staff evaluation reviewed for staff person #2 and #4 was not updated within a 12-month period. (staff #2 Last dated 6/1/23) (staff #4 Last dated 12/13/22). There was no evidence verifying that staff person #3 received an annual evaluation. (See code sheet for hire date)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2024): “Evaluations will be completed and reviewed with the staff during the week of August 26, 2024.”
Citation Aug 14, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the allocated unannounced inspection conducted on 8/14/2024, the two references reviewed for staff person #3, #4, #5 did not attest to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record reviewed for staff person #6 did not include two written references speaking to the staff persons suitably. Only one reference in the record spoke to the staff persons suitability to work with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2024): “Staff have been instructed to reach out and obtain handwritten references that also attest to the suitability to work with children. New forms have been created with more space for information to be provided.”
Core safety Feb 1, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #1, hired 10/16/23, did not have an NSOR on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2024): “Staff #1 will provide a valid NSOR certificate to the facility. Staff #1 will not work in childcare until the certificate is on file.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/24/23, Certification Representative observed an electrical outlet without a protective cover in the LG-3 room beneath the window.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2023): “Monitoring and Compliance Coordinator replaced the outlet cover on 1/24/2023, reinforced the need to check on this every day with the classroom teachers (it is a line item that they initial on their Classroom Health & Safety Checklists), and dropped off a package of 36 outlet covers later that week…”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/24/23, the first-aid kits which would be used during excursions in rooms LG-1, LG-2, and LG-3 did not contain a bottle of water.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2023): “The bottles have been replaced, and Monitoring and Compliance Coordinator is working with the Health Coordinators to make sure that water bottles are added to Acelero's first aid audit checklist and that teachers understand that these are not for drinking but for emergencies.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid/ CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2023): “Staff person #1 has been assigned to the pediatric first aid/CPR course with a PQAS-approved trainer on February 10, 2023. We will submit proof of successful completion on or before the following Monday. She is not caring for children unsupervised in the mean time.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/24/23, the emergency contact form of child #2 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2023): “Emergency contact forms have been updated -- will submit to Licensing 2/02/2023 via email.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/24/23, the emergency contact forms of child #1, #2, and #3 did not include their health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2023): “Emergency contact forms have been updated -- will submit to Licensing 2/02/2023 via email.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/24/23, staff person #2 had one written reference in their staff file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2023): “The staff person has provided 2 professional references -- will email to Licensing 2/02/2023”
Citation Apr 6, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(b)
During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 8 did not include a health assessment with a valid signature or professional title.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2022): “Staff 8 will obtain a health assessment that includes a valid signature and the individual's professional title.”
Citation Apr 6, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.151(c)(5)
During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 5 did not include an exam date or an assessment of suitability to provide child care. The file of Staff 7 did not include an assessment of suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2022): “Staff 5 and Staff 7 will obtain a valid health assessment that includes an exam date and assessment for suitability to provide child care. A copy of each assessment will be placed in each staff's file.”
Citation Apr 6, 2022 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 2 did not include verification of education and the file of Staff 3 did not include verification of experience to meet the qualifications for the position in which they were performing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2022): “Staff 2 and Staff 3 will provide required documentation and documentation will be maintained in file.”
Citation Apr 6, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
During the renewal inspection the files of Staff 1, Staff 2, Staff 3, and Staff 6 did not include verification of 12 hours of annual child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “Staff 1, Staff 2, Staff 3 and Staff 6 will complete a minimum of 12 hours of child care training and documentation will be placed in staff files.”

“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 Oct 6, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found May 13, 2025 Self-reported violation
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.

About this center

Capacity 54 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Feb 16, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Feb 5, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Acelero Learning Camden INC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00248631
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Common questions

Has Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Oct 6, 2025 (supervision): “During the compliant investigation conducted 10/6/2025, it was found via video footage reviewed that on 10/1/25, child # 1 was not being supervised by a staff person when child # 1 jumped from the outdoor playground…” 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 4, effective Feb 5, 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 Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #556 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 55% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Acelero Learning Camden Philadelphia last inspected?

Nov 18, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

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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