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Aliyas Little Scholars

1352 E Lycoming St, Philadelphia, PA 19124 · Philadelphia County
1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 2

Aliyas Little Scholars is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 11 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 23 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #498 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 59% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #498 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
2 Core-safety citations
21 Other citations
6 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
23 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 9, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 9, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Dec 2, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Dec 2, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Jun 25, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 23, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 5, 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

Records & paperwork 6
Training & qualifications 6
Health & medication 4
Background checks 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Building & playground safety 2
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Dec 2, 2025 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During complaint investigation on 12/2/25, operator was not able to provide and locate documentation of workers comp insurance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2025): “Operator will have available on file documentation of workers comp insurance.”
Core safety Jun 25, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed staff #1 did not sign an updated disclosure statement; date of hire: 6/1/25/. Cert rep reviewed staff #2 record an observed staff #2 did not have a signed disclosure statement in record; date of hire: 9/11/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “Staff #1 and #2 will sign disclosure statements.”
Citation Jun 25, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Certification rep reviewed children #1 and #2 record and observed records did not contain a completed child service report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff will complete a child service report for child #1 and #2.”
Citation Jun 25, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
Certification rep reviewed child #2 record and observed agreement form did not contain information of the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “Staff will have parents review and complete agreement form to name the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Jun 25, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Certification rep reviewed staff #3 record and observed record did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2025): “Staff #3 will obtain 12 clock hours of childcare training.”
Citation Jun 23, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Certification rep reviewed annual emergency drill log and observed emergency drill log was incomplete; date of drill conducted, time drill conducted, time to complete the drill and minutes section was not documented.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 26, 2024): “Provider will do another drill and fill out form properly.”
Citation Jun 23, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
Certification rep reviewed emergency plan delivery document and observed Emergency Plan and subsequent plan updates was not sent to the local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Provider will send Emergency Plan to local municipality.”
Core safety Jul 28, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #2 included PA child abuse clearance from 12/10/17 and was more that 60 months old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2023): “Staff person #2 was unable to recover child abuse clearance. It will be resent. Until that time staff person #2 will not be in a child-care position.”
Citation Jul 28, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
At the time of renewal inspection, immunization record of child #1 did not include influenza immunization recommended by ACIP. A letter of exemption was not observed in the file of child #1. Immunization record of child #3 did not include 3rd dose of Hepatitis B, 2nd and 3rd dose of Rotavirus, 2nd and 3rd dose of DTAP, HIB, IPV, and Pneumococcal.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2023): “Parents scheduled an appointment. Parent of child #1 will provide an exemption letter.”
Citation Jul 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #2, #3 did not include Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 one hour professional development training required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe which is by December 30, 2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2023): “Staff will participate in trainings.”
Citation Jul 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of renewal inspection, the files for staff member #1 did not include an annual staff evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2023): “The director will conduct staff evaluation.”
Citation Jul 28, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the inspection, file of child #2 did not include child service report on the Department's approved form that provides information to the family about the child's growth and development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2023): “Child Service report will be completed and signed by parents.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At the time of renewal inspection observed peeling paint on the blue wall of a back classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2022): “Provider put stickers to cover the peeling paint.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 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)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of child #2 did not include an updated health report required at least every 6 months for young toddlers. Health report on file was from 1/6/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 7, 2022): “Parents will provide an updated child health report.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of child #4 did not include an updated health report required at least every 12 months for preschool children. Child health report on file was dated 2/11/19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2022): “Parent will provide an updated health report.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
At the time of renewal inspection, a health report of child #1 was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2022): “Parents will provide an updated physical.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
At the time of renewal inspection, provider was not able to provide verification that fire alarm system is tested every 30 days or documentation of annual testing from a fire safety professional.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2022): “Provider will provide verification that fire alarm system is tested every 30 days or documentation of annual testing from a fire safety professional.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
At the time of renewal inspection, verification that local traffic safety authorities are notified annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility was not observed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2022): “Provider will notify local traffic authorities.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of renewal inspection, a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment was not observed. In addition, the emergency plan did not contain a statement regarding continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2022): “Provider will develop a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment. Provider's emergency plan will contain a statement regarding continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff person #1, #2 and #3 obtained BLS training that was not among OCDEL recognized curriculum.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2022): “Provider will provide an updated certificates of Pediatric First Aid/CPR training that is among OCDEL recognized curriculum.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of inspection, file for staff person #2 did not include verification that staff participated in fire safety training at least annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2022): “Staff person #2 will participate in fire safety training.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(1)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of child #3 did not include initial and subsequent health reports.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2022): “Parents will provide health report.”
Citation Aug 5, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1, #2, and #3 did not include verification that staff obtained an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2022): “Staff person #1, #2, and #3 will obtain 12 hours of trainning.”

“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 Dec 2, 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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $73.00 $65.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $70.00 $60.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $70.00 $60.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $70.00 $60.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $60.00 $60.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $60.00 $60.00

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 11 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Sep 21, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Feb 26, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Aliyas Little Scholars
Hours Monday–Saturday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM; Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 437-8766
State certificate # CER-00259581
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Common questions

Has Aliyas Little Scholars had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Jun 25, 2025 (background checks): “Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed staff #1 did not sign an updated disclosure statement; date of hire: 6/1/25/. Cert rep reviewed staff #2 record an observed staff #2 did not have a signed…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Aliyas Little Scholars?

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 Aliyas Little Scholars’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Feb 26, 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 Aliyas Little Scholars compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #498 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Aliyas Little Scholars last inspected?

Jun 9, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Aliyas Little Scholars cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $73.00 for infant, $70.00 for young toddler, $70.00 for older toddler, $70.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Aliyas Little Scholars?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Aliyas Little Scholars.

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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