Assatas STEAM Academy LLC
Assatas STEAM Academy LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 32 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 65 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (23 of 65). 15 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,075 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the inspection, it was observed that staff 2 did not know whom they were responsible for.
During the inspection, it was observed that the front room's first-aid kit was missing soap, tweezers, and gloves, and the back room's first-aid kit was missing scissors.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include a current health assessment.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not properly documented their annual emergency drill.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have verification that their fire system was tested in the last year.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not sent a copy of their emergency plan to their local municipality.
While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have the update and required policy changes for shaken baby syndrome. 1. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not include a current first-aid/CPR training.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 4, did not include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released on their agreement form.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, did not include an updated emergency contact form.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not include all required signatures on the bottom of their emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not have a file on site.
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During the inspection, it was observed that the rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 4, 5, did not have a current shoot record.
During the inspection, it was observed that the infant room did not have a hands-free trash can to dispose of diapers.
During the inspection, it was observed that the changing table surface was not wiped down properly with sanitizing solution after diapering by staff 2.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include health insurance policy number.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on their emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 3, 4, did not contain updated an emergency contact information and the financial agreement.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 5, did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid, nor did it include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not include a signed disclosure statement.
During my inspection I observed staff 1 leaving the room with 8 children ages 18months - 4years old with only one staff member present.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include all the required components.
During my inspection I observed that the bugs crawling all around the portable sink in the front room.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted or documented an emergency drill.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not had a fire drill since 1/10/2024.
During my inspection I observed that the did not have the fire system tested in the last year.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, had not completed their 10 hours of health & safety training within 90 days of being hired.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain verification of child care experience.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not include two written, nonfamily references.
A child was left in a locked bathroom by themselves.
While reviewing the staff files I observed staff 3 hired on September 2022, does not contain a completed state police clearance. Staff 2 hired on September 2022, did not contain a FBI clearance, or a signed disclosure statement.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their emergency plan posted.
During my inspection I observed that the water in the facility was temping at 120 degrees.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's first-aid kit was missing gloves.
During my inspection I observed that there was peeling paint on the back wall in the main room, and under the window near back room.
During my inspection I observed that child 1, did not have a complete medication log.
During my inspection I observed that the staff 1, did not have wash neither her nor the child's hands after diapering.
During my inspection I observed that staff 1 did not wipe down the changing table after diapering.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted or documented their emergency drills.
During my inspection I observed that the facility was not in compliance with the annual fire safety system.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include their shelter and lockdown place.
While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Shaken baby syndrome sign/symptoms 2. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 3. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have their 10 hours health & safety training, and staff 3, did not have their updated 1 hour health & safety training.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, 4, did not include their health insurance coverage and policy number.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-3 did not have and updated financial agreement form, and child 3, did not have and update the emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 4, did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care, and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-3, did not have acceptable verification of their child care experience.
On 2/9/2023, when staff person #1 went to put a soiled diaper in outside dumpster, staff person #2 was alone with 8 children and the youngest child was 2 years old.
During the complaint investigation dated 2/23/2023, it was found that staff person # 1 was alone in the child care space with 4 children on 2/9/2023. It was found that there was only one staff person onsite instead of two. It was found that staff person #1 was alone with 4 children for approximately 5 minutes.
During the renewal inspection dated 1/23/2023 certification representative observed that one electrical outlet did not have a receptacle cover on it.
During the renewal inspection dated 1/23/2023, certification representative observed that there was toxic soap on the sink, wipes on the changing table, and lysol and cleaning wipes in the bathroom cabinet under the sink and toxic materials were accessible to children.
During the renewal inspection dated 1/23/2023, certification representative reviewed fire detection system documentation and observed that it expired 5/24/21. Provider did not have valid documentation regarding the operability of fire detection system.
During renewal inspection dated 1/23/2023, certification representative observed that facility liability insurance expired on 8/3/2022.
During a renewal inspection on 03/14/2022, the bathroom did not contain a sign stating to wash hands after toileting and before eating.
During a renewal inspection on 3/14/2022, the file for staff person number one, hired 11/1/2021, contained a health assessment more than one year older than the hire date (dated 9/3/2020).
During a renewal inspection on 3/14/2022, the emergency plan did not contain the evacuation route to the offsite location.
“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
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.) | $70.00 | $63.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $68.00 | $60.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $67.00 | $57.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $66.00 | $55.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $60.00 | $54.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $60.00 | $54.00 |
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
Common questions
Has Assatas STEAM Academy LLC 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 Jan 20, 2026 (supervision): “During the inspection, it was observed that staff 2 did not know whom they were responsible for.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Assatas STEAM Academy LLC?
Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations 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 Assatas STEAM Academy LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jul 24, 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 Assatas STEAM Academy LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,075 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Assatas STEAM Academy LLC last inspected?
Jan 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Assatas STEAM Academy LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for infant, $68.00 for young toddler, $67.00 for older toddler, $66.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Assatas STEAM Academy LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Assatas STEAM Academy LLC.
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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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