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Akira Academy Daycare and Preschool

2918 W 9th St, Chester, PA 19013 · Delaware County
Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)

Akira Academy Daycare and Preschool is a certified child care center in Chester, PA, with capacity for 44 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 76 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (22 of 76). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #19 of 21 centers in Chester and has more citations per inspection than 95% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 95% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
#19 of 21 centers in Chester
7 Core-safety citations
69 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
76 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 17, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 17, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 4, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 19, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 5, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 16, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 2, 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 22
Health & medication 13
Building & playground safety 13
Training & qualifications 8
Food & feeding 7
Emergency preparedness 4
Background checks 3
Other standards 2
Staff ratios 2
Supervision 1
Sleep safety 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Dec 17, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(8)
During renewal inspection on 12/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2's immunization record was missing 2 HIB, and Pneumococcal
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 8, 2026): “Provider will review all submitted health assessments to ensure all required immunizations have been administered”
Citation Dec 17, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(b)(1)
During renewal inspection on 12/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1 did not have the most recent health assessment in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Provider will ensure that infant and young older toddler health reports are updated every 6 months as per 3270.121 (1)”
Citation Dec 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed /Current 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)/3270.181(b)
During renewal inspection on 12/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1-4 's agreements were incomplete
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “The child service report will be completed, reviewed with the family and maintained in every child's file”
Citation Dec 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection on 12/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. Child # 4 did not have documentation of a child service report in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “enrollment agreements will be updated to include all the information as required per 3270.123 (a0”
Citation Dec 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During renewal inspection on 12/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 3's emergency contact and agreement are not being reviewed and updated every 6 months. Emergency contact and agreement were done 4/24/24 and again on 9/15/25
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Emergency contact forms and agreements will be updated every 6 months or as soon as there's a change in information”
Core safety Sep 4, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 did not have documentation of a signed disclosure statement Staff # 5 's mandated reporter training was dated 2.6.20
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “Provider will ensure that all staff files contain the requisite documentation prior to, and while in the employ of Akira Academy.”
Citation Sep 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Large muscle space provided/Play space - 65 square feet/child 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(a)/3270.62(b)
During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed Staff # 1, and # 3 was observed with 9 preschool children outside the facility in the parking lot playing. Facility does not have outdoor play space, but have measured indoor space
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “Provider fenced a section of the parking lot for an activity. Moving forward, provider will utilize the indoor place space for all gross motor play.”
Citation Sep 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following The sink in the infant room was not operable
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “The sink had became inoperable the day before and the teacher had been sanitizing her hands prior to going to the bathroom to wash her hands. Provider will replace/repair the sink in the infant room.”
Citation Sep 4, 2025 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 unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 did not have documentation of health assessment and TB in file Staff # 4's health assessment was dated 4/11/23 Staff # 5's health assessment was dated 1/17/23 Staff # 6's health assessment was dated 4/22/23
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “Provider will ensure that all requisite documentation for new hires are completed prior to commencement of employment.”
Citation Sep 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1.The facility's documentation of fire drill log was not being conducted every 60 days- 1/28/25, 2/26/25 and 7/16/25 2. The facility's documentation of testing the fire system was not conducted every 30 days- 1/28/25, 2/26/25, and 7/16/25
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 1, 2025): “Provider will ensure that we properly document testing the fire detection system and fire drills”
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Citation Sep 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed Staff # 2 alone in the classroom with a combination of 6 young and older toddler alone with children. Staff # 2 does not have all clearances - (no FBI and NSOR clearance) and does not have all preservice trainings in file - (no Pediatric CPR/First Aid, mandated reporter training, and helath and safety training)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “No staff will be left alone with children if they do not have their clearances and preservice trainings on file”
Citation Sep 4, 2025 Inspection Other standards
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed Staff # 1, and # 3 was observed with 9 preschool children outside the facility in the parking lot playing
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “Provider fenced a section of the parking lot for an activity. Moving forward, provider will utilize the indoor place space for gross motor play.”
Citation Sep 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1 and # 2 's emergency contact was not present in the infant room while children were in care
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “Provider will ensure that all emergency contact information for children are present in the child care space for the children receiving care.”
Citation Sep 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 did not have documentation of age and address in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “Provider will ensure that identifying information as required by Chapter 3270 will be included in all employee files.”
Citation Sep 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “All facility persons' files will include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Citation Sep 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)
During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 6's health and safety training was the incorrect training. Staff # 6 had documentation of Family health and safety training and not the center/group health and safety training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “Provider will ensure that all staff persons complete the required profession development for child care centers”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During renewal inspection on 12/9/24, Cert Rep observed the following: An infant was observed in a crib that was not labelled for individual use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “All sleep equipment will be labeled for individual use.”
Citation Nov 19, 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 renewal inspection on 12/9/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1 did not have an updated health assessment in file Child # 3 had a physical completed but did not have a health form in file Child # 4's health assessment was dated 3/9/23
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2025): “All infant health reports will be updated every 6 months.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Written instructions 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(2)
During renewal inspection on 12/9/24, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility had medication logs that were not completed in its entirety with written instructions on how/when to administer
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “The medication log will be completed in its entirety with instructions on how/when to administer medication.”
Citation Nov 19, 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 renewal inspection on 12/9/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 6's TB was dated 8/31/22
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “All employees providing direct contact with children or who work with food prep, will have a health assessment with TB conducted within 12 months of start of employment.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection on 12/9/24, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy was missing prevention and identification of child maltreatment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “Provider will update the shaken baby syndrome policy to include prevention and identification of child maltreatment. Staff and parents will be provided with the updated policy.”
Citation Nov 19, 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 renewal inspection on 12/9/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff #8's verification of experience in file was not acceptable
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “In compliance with child care regulations, all employees will provide verification of experience, education and training. Staff #8 will provide verification noting at least 2 years child care experience.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During renewal inspection on 12/9/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 4 and #5's emergency contact did not have physician's name, address and phone number listed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “All emergency contact forms will be completed to include the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 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 renewal inspection on 12/9/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 4 and # 5's emergency contact did not have parental signature for administration of minor first aid, and emergency medical care
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Children records will include signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid prior to admission.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection on 12/9/24, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 8 had 2 references that were the same
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Prior to commencement of employment, two non-family references will be required for all employees”
Core safety Dec 5, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection on 12/18/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 6 did not have documentation of receipts or completed out of state clearances in file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 11, 2024): “In compliance with CPSL and with Chapter 3490 employees file will include criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL, prior to employment. If the employee has…”
Citation Dec 5, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from health professional 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(2)(i)/3270.131(e)(2)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 12/18/23, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 5's file did not have a written letter from the parent in regard to exemption from immunization.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 28, 2023): “If a parent objects to the required immunizations, a written, a signed, and dated statement from the child's parent will be obtained. The statement shall be kept in the child's file. If the objection is due to medical reasons, a written. signed. and dated statement from the child's medical provider…”
Citation Dec 5, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
During renewal inspection on 12/18/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: The bottles /cups in the infant room was not labelled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “Teacher labelled the bottles/cups immediately. Director will ensure that the bottles/cups are labeled at all times.”
Citation Dec 5, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
During renewal inspection on 12/18/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: Room # 3 listed as school age was not set up and ready to receive children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 28, 2023): “In order to maintain our current capacity, rooms will be set up and ready to receive children.”
Core safety Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSON #4 HAD A TOTAL OF 7 (MIXED GROUP) CHILDREN. THE YOUNGEST CHILD IN THE GROUP WAS 5 MONTHS OLD.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Provider will adjust children to make sure teachers are in ratio at all times.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2, #3 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE AN ANNUAL UPDATED EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2022): “Provider will conduct an emergency plan training with all staff.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THERE WAS A HAND SANITIZER BOTTLE IN REACH OF CHILDREN LOCATED IN THE PREK CLASSROOM. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 16, 2022): “At the time of inspection, the hand sanitizer bottle was placed out of reach of the children.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Hazardous toys and equipment 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(g)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THERE WAS A RECALLED INFANT SEAT STILL IN USE AT THE FACILITY. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 16, 2022): “At the time of inspection, the provider removed the recalled infant seat from the classroom.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR CHILD #3 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Provider will follow-up with the family to get an updated health assessment,”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING FOR STAFF PERSON #1 WAS DATED 03/11/2015.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2022): “Provider will complete an updated mandated reporter training.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT HAVE AN UPDATED YEARLY EVALUATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2022): “Provider will complete and review performance evaluation with staff.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR CHILD #5 DID NOT INCLUDE A CSR ASSESSMENT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Provider will have staff review CSR assessments with parents, sign them and add them to children files.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FEE AGREEMENT FOR CHILD #1, #2 AND #3 DID NOT INCLUDE THE CHILD'S ADMISSION DATE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Provider will have admission dates added to all fee agreements.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR CHILD #3 DID NOT INCLUDE THE PHYSICIAN'S TELEPHONE NUMBER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Provider will have parents add needed information to the emergency contact form.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE OR THE INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Provider will have parents add health insurance information to the emergency contact forms.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ADDRESS OF THE PERSONS WHOM THE CHILD MAY BE RELEASED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Provider will have parents add release persons information to emergency contact forms.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR CHILD #1 AND #5 DID NOT HAVE AN UPDATED EMERGENCY CONTACT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Provider will have the parents complete a new emergency contact form.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(4)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR CHILD #2 DID NOT INCLUDE CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE OR FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Provider will have parents complete written consent section of emergency contact form.”
Citation Nov 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)/3270.182(6)
ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR CHILD #2 DID NOT INCLUDE CONSENT FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MINOR FIRST AID OR FOR ADMINISTRATION OF TRANSPORTATION, WALKING EXCURSIONS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Provider will have parents complete written consent section of emergency contact form.”
Core safety Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THERE WERE 8 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT CLASSROOM THE TOUNGEST CHILD 3MONTHS OLD AND THE OLDEST CHILD 2YEARS OLD. STAFF PERSON #4 LEFT IN THE CLASSROOM TO TAKE 1 CHILD TO THE RESTROOM LEAVING STAFF PERSON #5 OUT OF RATIO WITH 7 CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will work on hiring an extra staff person to cover when the facility is short staffed. Provider will also have all staff take a ratio/supervision training on Better Kid Care.”
Core safety Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; STAFF PERSON #4 AND STAFF PERSON #5 (LOCATED IN THE INFANT CLASSROOM) WERE NOT ASSIGNED THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUPERVISION OF SPECIFIC CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2021): “Provider will create primary caregiver list for the infant room.”
Core safety Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Sleep safety
Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.119
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; INFANT CHILD 3MONTHS OLD WAS LEFT SLEEPING IN A BOUNCY SEAT. THERE WERE NO CRIBS AVILIBLE FOR INFANT SAFE SLEEPING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will review safe sleeping protocols with all staff.”
Core safety Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
ON JULY 8TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #4, AND #5 DID NOT HAVE NSOR CERTIFICATE ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “Provider have sent off for NSOR certificate for staff and will add certificates to files once they come in. Staff person #5 no longer work at the facility.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE AN ANNUAL UPDATED EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “Provider will have staff member complete the emergency plan training.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE WATER IN BOTH PRESCHOOL BATHROOMS #1 AND #2 WERE TEMPING AT 118° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will have someone come out to lower the hot water tank temperature.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CHECKED ALL FIRST AID KITS. THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE INFANT CLASSROOM DID NOT CONTAIN BANDAGES.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2021): “Provider will add bandages to the first aid kit located in the infant classroom.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions/Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)/3270.178
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CHECKED THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE SCHOOLS TRANSPORTATION VAN. THE FIRST AID KIT USED FOR EXCURSIONS DID NOT CONTAIN TWEEZERS, SCISSORS OR WATER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2021): “Provider will purchase bottles of water and add them to all first aid kits that are used for excursions.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THERE WAS TORN BLUE CARPET LOCATED IN THE PREK CLASSROOM, INFANT CLASSROOM AND WALLWAY AREA.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2021): “Provider will have facility person some out to fix all torn carpets throughout the daycare center.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THERE WAS PEELING CHIPPED PAINT LOCATED IN THE INFANT CLASSROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2021): “Provider will have fresh paint applied to the walls in the infant room.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; BOTH TOILETS LOCATED IN THE CHILDRENS BATHROOM WERE DIRTY AND NEEDED CLEANING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2021): “Provider will have both bathrooms cleaned.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THERE WERE ONLY 2 PLAYPINS AVAILIBLE IN THE INFANT ROOM WITH 8 CHILDREN PRESENT. DURING THE INSPECTION, CERT REP OBSERVED TWO CHILDREN TAKE A NAP ON THE SAME PLAY PIN. THE REST EQUIPTMENT IN THIS INFANT ROOM WAS NOT LABLED FOR SPECIFIC USE OF A SPECIFIC CHILD.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2021): “Provider will purchase more cribs/ rest equipment for the infant room. Once arrived, provider will label all rest equipment with children names.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE REFRIGERATER DID NOT HAVE A WORKING THERMOMETER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2021): “Provider will purchase a thermometer to place in the refrigerator.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No styrofoam 55 Pa. Code §3270.108(c)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, STYROFOAM PLATES WERE USED TO SERVE INFANT, TODDLER AND PRESCHOOL CHILDREN THEIR LUNCH.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will remove all Styrofoam plates from the facility and replace them with paper plates.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION; STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT WASH INFACT/TODDLER HANDS AFTER DIAPER CHANGING. IN ADDITION, (IN THE SAME INFANT CLASSROOM) DURING LUNCH TIME CHILDREN DID NOT GET THEIR HANDS WASHED BEFORE EATING LUNCH.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will go over handwashing procedures with all staff and provide training for infant room teachers.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING LUNCH TIME STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT WASH HER HANDS PRIOR TO SERVING FOOD TO THE INFANT/TODDLER CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will go over handwashing procedures with all staff and have them sign off on training.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT WASH THEIR HANDS AFTER DIAPERING A CHILD OR INBETWEEN DIAPERING OTHER CHILDREN. IN ADDITION, STAFF PERSON #4 CLEANED MULTIPLE CHILDRENS RUNNY NOSES AND DID NOT WASH HANDS INBETWEEN CLEANING CHILDREN OR AFTERWARDS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will go over handwashing procedures with infant teachers and have them sign off that they were trained.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Food served discarded/Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(c)/3270.161(d)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THERE WAS A BAG OF CHICKEN NUGGETS LOCATED ON THE KITHCEN COUNTERTOP THAT SAT OUT (NOT REFRIGERATED) FOR MORE THAN 4 HOURS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will have all kitchen staff trained on proper food handling and provider a certificate of completion.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Dairy/Grain 55 Pa. Code §3270.163(a)(1)/3270.163(a)(4)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE LUNCH PROVIDER DID NOT INCLUDE A DAIRY PRODUCT OR A GRAIN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will make sure that all food groups are covered daily.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; A FOOD MENU WAS NOT AVAILIBLE OR POSTED FOR PARENTS OR STAFF.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will create monthly menus to post for parents and staff.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THERE WERE NO WRITTEN STATEMENTS FOR "INFANT FEEDING SCHEDULE" AVAILIBLE FOR EACH INFANT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2021): “Provider will have infant parent complete a feeding schedule document and provide this to infant teachers.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Six-months-old held 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(5)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, STAFF PERSON #4 LEFT THE 3MONTH OLD INFANT SITTING IN THE BOUNCY SEAT WHILE BOTTLE FEELING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will have infant teachers take training on working with infants and toddlers.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED DID NOT PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES OR CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2021): “Provider will create an attachment to the current emergency plan with the needed accommodations.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED ALL FACILITY DOCUMENTS; THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT PROVIDE A LOCKDOWN PLAN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2021): “Provider will add a Lock Down plan to the current emergency plan.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 AND STAFF PERSON #5 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED CRP/FIRST AID TRAINING. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 FIRST AID TRAINING WAS OUTDATED (4/9/19).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Provider will have staff take the CPR/First Aid training and add certificates to the staff files.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSONS #1, #3, #4 AND #5 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED FIRE SAFETY TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Provider will have staff member complete the Fire Safety training.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #3, #4, AND #5 DID NOT HAVE THE HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING ON FILE. IN ADDITION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 AND #5 DID NOT HAVE THE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “Provider will have staff persons complete the Health & Safety training along with the Mandated Reporter training and add all documents to staff files. Staff #3 and Staff #5 no longer is employed at the facility.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Other standards
Infant/Toddler Stimulation 55 Pa. Code §3270.112
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, STAFF PERSON #4 LEFT 4 INFANT AND YOUNG TODDLERS SITTING AT HIGHCHAIR TABLE FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME. WHEN ASKED BY THE CERT REP "WHY ARE THE CHILDREN LOCKED IN THE CHAIRS FOR SO LONG" STAFF PERSON #4 STATED "THEY ARE IN SEATS BECAUSE THEY GET INTO EVERYTHING".
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will have teachers take training on working with infant and toddler children. Provider will add certificate to staff files.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
ON DECEMBNER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2, STAFF PERSON #4, AND STAFF PERSON #5 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “Provider will give staff verification of experience forms to be completed by previous employers and add them to the staff files.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #5 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF EDUCATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “Provider will have staff person provide proof of education and add it to the staff file. Staff person #5 is no longer working at the facility as of:”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #5 DID NOT HAVE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT ON FILE. IN ADDITION, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR STAFF PERSON #1 WAS OUTDATED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “Provider will have staff members get appointments for health assessments. Documents will be added to staff files as they are received. Staff person #5 no longer work at the facility as of:”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
ON DECEMBER 2ND 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO NON FAMILY REFERENCE LETTERS. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #5 ONLY HAD ONE NON FAMILY REFERENCE LETTER ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2022): “Provider will have staff persons bring in reference letters and add them to the staff files. Staff person #5 no longer works at the facility.”

“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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $68.00 $54.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $68.00 $54.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $65.00 $50.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $61.00 $48.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $57.00 $45.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $49.00 $40.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $49.00 $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

Capacity 44 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Feb 25, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4 (accredited)
since Feb 6, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Akira Academy Daycare And Preschool LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–8:00 PM; Saturday 7:00 AM–4:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (484) 452-4540
State certificate # CER-00250827
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Common questions

Has Akira Academy Daycare and Preschool had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 7 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 Sep 4, 2025 (background checks): “During unannounced monitoring on 9/4/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 did not have documentation of a signed disclosure statement Staff # 5 's mandated reporter training was dated 2.6.20” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Akira Academy Daycare and Preschool?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Akira Academy Daycare and Preschool since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Akira Academy Daycare and Preschool’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4 (accredited), effective Feb 6, 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 Akira Academy Daycare and Preschool compare with other daycares in Chester?

It is #19 of 21 centers in Chester by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 95% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Akira Academy Daycare and Preschool last inspected?

Dec 17, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Akira Academy Daycare and Preschool cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $68.00 for newborn, $68.00 for infant, $65.00 for young toddler, $61.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Akira Academy Daycare and Preschool?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Akira Academy Daycare And Preschool LLC.

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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