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B Inspired Academy

5600 Ogontz Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19141 · Philadelphia County
Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade, December 2025 (COMPASS status: Pending Appeal) 2 core-safety citations in last 12 months 2 complaint investigations found violations

B Inspired Academy is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 78 violations, 15 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (20 of 78). 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,084 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 87% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 87% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #1,084 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
15 Core-safety citations
63 Other citations
9 Inspections
2 Complaint investigations that found violations
78 citations from 11 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 14, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Nov 25, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 7, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 2, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Dec 18, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Aug 27, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 28, 2023 · Inspection · no citation May 31, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found May 31, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 2, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Apr 25, 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

Building & playground safety 20
Records & paperwork 16
Health & medication 10
Training & qualifications 9
Background checks 5
Staff ratios 4
Supervision 4
Food & feeding 4
Emergency preparedness 3
Transportation 1
Caregiver conduct 1
Sleep safety 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
On July 14, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #3 did not contain evidence of a Child Abuse Clearance, the clearance on file was for a volunteer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2026): “Staff #3 will obtain a child abuse clearance and will not work in a child care position until clearance is obtained.”
Citation Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On July 14, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #2 and Child #3 did not contain evidence of an updated health assessment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2026): “Parents will provide updated health assessments”
Citation Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
On July 14, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #1 did not contain evidence of immunization record
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2026): “Parent will provide immunization record”
Citation Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
On July 14, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not contain evidence of a staff evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2026): “Director will provide written evaluations for staff”
Core safety Nov 25, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
On November 25, 2025 during the unannounced inspection, the file of Staff #3 did not contain evidence of Child Abuse Clearance; the file of Staff #4 did not contain evidence of NSOR Clearance **continued non-compliance from October 7, 2025 renewal inspection**
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff #3 and Staff #4 will not work in a child care position until clearances are obtained, all staff will obtain all required clearances”
Follow-up Nov 25, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On November 25, 2025 during the unannounced inspection, the file of Child #1 did not contain evidence of an updated health assessment, the health assessment on file was dated 3/31/2023 **continued non-compliance from October 7, 2025 renewal inspection**
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Parent was asked to provide updated health assessment”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Nov 25, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
On November 25, 2025 during the unannounced inspection, the file of Staff #2 and Staff #4 did not contain evidence of a health assessment including tuberculosis screening **continued non-compliance from October 7, 2025 renewal inspection**
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff was asked to provide health assessment with TB screening”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Nov 25, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
On November 25, 2025 during the unannounced inspection, the file of Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of Pediatric First Aid/CPR **continued non-compliance from October 7, 2025 renewal inspection**
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 have been scheduled to get Pediatric First/CPR on 12/2/2025”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of NSOR and Mandated Reporter training; the file of Staff #2 did not contain evidence of Criminal Background clearance and NSOR clearance; the file of Staff #3 did not contain evidence of FBI clearance; the file of Staff #4 did not contain evidence of Criminal Background clearance, Child Abuse clearance and Mandated Reporter training, the clearances on file were for a volunteer; the file of Staff #5 did not contain evidence of NSOR clearance
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Staff #1 through Staff #5 will not work in a child care position until clearances are obtained, all staff will obtain all required clearances”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 through Staff #6 did not contain evidence of being trained in the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “The document was signed by each staff after the training was completed”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
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Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #2 did not contain an updated health assessment, the health assessment on file was dated 3/31/2023
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Parent was asked to provide an updated health assessment”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #3 and Staff #5 did not contain evidence of a health assessment including tuberculosis screening
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Staff was asked to provide completed health assessment”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1, Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not contain evidence of Pediatric First Aid/CPR
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Staff #1, Staff #3 and Staff #4 have been scheduled to get Pediatric First/CPR, the same as other staff”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #2 and Staff #5 did not contain evidence of Health and Safety training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Staff completed all health and safety requirements”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, there was no evidence of a Director on staff, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were identified as the Director but do not qualify due to both Staff #1 and Staff #2 being provisional hires.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “Staff #1 is the Director and has all necessary paperwork”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #3 did not contain evidence of verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2025): “Staff #3 bought in verification of education”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #4 did not contain evidence of verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “Staff #4 will bring in educational documentation”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 did not contain evidence of date of admission
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “The admission dates were entered”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of Child #1 and Child #3 did not contain evidence of health insurance coverage and policy number
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Parents were asked to provide health insurance information”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of Child #1 and Child #3 did not contain release persons information
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Release persons were entered for the children”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 7, 2025 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)
On October 7, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of Child #3 did not contain signed parental consent for obtaining emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Parents signed emergency contact form”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 18, 2024 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
On 12/18/24 cert rep observed staff person # 1 caring alone for a mixed age group of children ages 1-8.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “Provider will ensure that there is more than one staff person in the facility when there are children in care and ratios are met at all times.”
Core safety Dec 18, 2024 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Two facility persons present in facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(a)
On 12/18/24 cert rep observed staff person # 1 working alone with 12 children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “Provider will ensure that there is more than one staff person in the facility when children are in care.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Complaint investigation Transportation
Age appropriate restraints 55 Pa. Code §3270.175(a)
On 12/18/24 at complaint investigation cert rep observed that the facility transported preschool children without car seats.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “Provider will have car seats in the vehicle for children under 7.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not contain evidence of being trained in the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Provider will train staff # 1 and # 2 on the facility's emergency plan.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(3)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #3 and Child #4 did not contain an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Provider will obtain health assessments for child # 3 and child # 4.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #1 and Child #5 did not contain evidence of an updated health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Provider will obtain updated health assessments for child # 1 and # 5.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #3 did not contain evidence of a health assessment, the health assessment on file did not contain a date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Provider will obtain a health assessment for staff # 3 that has the date of the exam.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of the 1 hour Health and Safety update
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Provider will obtain the 1 hour health and safety training update.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of a current Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Provider will obtain verification that staff # 1 and # 3 completed pediatric first aid and CPR.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #3 did not contain evidence of a fee agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Provider will obtain a signed fee agreement for child # 3.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of Child #1 and Child #3 did not contain health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Provider will have the emergency contact forms for child # 1 and # 3 updated to include health insurance information and policy number.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of Child #2, Child #3 and Child #4 did not contain release persons address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Provider will have the emergency contact form for child # 2, # 3, and # 4 updated to include release persons addresses.”
Citation Aug 27, 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)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of Child #2 and Child #4 did not contain signed parental consent for obtaining emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Provider will have the emergency contact forms for child # 2 and # 4 updated to include signatures for consent to administer first aid and emergency medical care.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #3 did not contain evidence of verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “Provider will obtain verification of education for staff person # 3.”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
On August 27, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of at least 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2025): “Provider will have staff # 1, # 2, and # 3 complete 12 hours of child care training.”
Core safety May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
General Health and Safety/Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.113(a)
On 5/31/23, the TSS worker assigned to a 3-year-old male child at the facility was observed attempting to grab hold of the arm of a female toddler before being redirected by the Certification Representative present. Neither staff member #1 nor staff member #2 thought to redirect the TSS worker, who is not an employee at the facility. On 6/2/23, the same TSS worker was observed in the infant room holding an infant child while staff member #1 was changing diapers. The TSS worker was observed in the infant room barefoot, walking on the rugs and floor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2023): “The TSS worker will only supervise and assist with the 3-year-old child she is designated to service. The director and staff will not ask the TSS worker to assist with other enrolled children who are not her responsibility. The TSS worker is not a facility employee and is not able supervise…”
Core safety May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises 55 Pa. Code §3270.52/3270.113(a)(2)
On 5/31/23, during snack time; staff member #1 and staff member #2 were observed in the middle room with 14 children aged 10 months to young school age. On 6/2/2023, at 2:00 pm staff member #1 was in the infant room with five children aged 10 months to 1 year old. On 6/2/2023, at 2:15, after naptime was over; staff member 2 was observed with 9 children ages 2 to 6 years old. Around 3:00 pm, once additional school age children arrived; staff member #2 was observed in the middle room with 12 children aged 2 to school aged.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2023): “The operator and director will immediately have an emergency staff meeting with all staff and facility persons to conduct a training on childcare regulations PA Code 3270, specifically regulations related to supervision and staff: ratio., Monthly staff meeting will occur for the next 6 months to…”
Core safety May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 5/31/2023, at 12:43; in the middle room, a school age male child was alone sleep on a cot without a staff member in the room. In the toddler room, 9 children ages 2 and up were sleep alone without a staff member in the room. Staff member #2 left five children ages 3 and up unsupervised using the bathroom in the preschool room to come open the front door located in the middle room for the Certification Representative.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2023): “Children must be supervised at all times. and staff will be physically present with their assigned group of children. Staff will be physically present with a group of children or with the facility person under supervision. Critical oversight in which the supervisor can see, hear, direct and assess…”
Core safety May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
On 6/2/2023, when staff member #1 was asked who she was responsible for supervising, staff member #1 responded, "What do you mean responsible for supervising?". The question was clarified to the staffer #1 and staffer #1 responded "Everyone". At the time, there were five children aged 10 months to 1 year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 3, 2023): “The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity will have staff members watch and discuss the following four Better Care Kids videos related to supervision: "Supervision: Ratios Are Relevant", "Supervision: Positioning-…”
Core safety May 31, 2023 Inspection Supervision
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
On 5/31/23, a; bucket with water and cleaning solution was left standing unattended and accessible to young children creating a safety hazard. The bucket was in the middle room, where the Certification Representative observed a six-year-old male child sleeping unsupervised by staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 25, 2023): “The bucket of water was removed and emptied by a staffer after the Certification Representative informed of the danger. The director will instruct all staff and facility persons not to allow standing water to be accessible to children due the possibility of a child drowning. All staff and facility…”
Citation May 31, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No insects or rodents 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(c)
On 6/2/23, small ants were observed in the large windowsill, near the front door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “The director will ensure that the ant infestation observed in the window near the front door is eliminated from the facility. If necessary, a professional exterminator will be enlisted to treat the infestation at the facility when the children are not in care. The director and staff will ensure…”
Citation May 31, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
On both 5/31/23 and 6/2/23, damaged paint was observed in the large windowsill near the front door. Damaged paint was also observed in the toddler room, right of the front door. Water-stained ceiling tiles were observed in the toddler room and a few damaged tiles in the middle room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “The director will ensure all areas of disrepair cited are corrected to good repair or cleaned. Any peeling paint or damaged plaster on the indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility will be repaired immediately to ensure compliance.”
Citation May 31, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
On 5/31/23, bottles and toddlers' sippy cups were observed unlabeled without the children's names identified.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “The staff member will label any bottles and Sippy cups with the child's name whom it belongs. The director will communicate to parents and staff members that all bottles and Sippy cups are to be labeled with the child's name to whom it belongs.”
Citation May 31, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(6)
On 5/31/23, a male one-year-old child with developmental challenges was observed laying in his sleep equipment with a bottle in his mouth.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Staff will not allow infants and toddlers to lay down in their sleep equipment or to fall asleep with a bottle or sippy cup in their mouth, due to the risk of choking. The director will train all staff member to understand that neither an infant nor a toddler is permitted to sleep with a bottle in…”
Core safety Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The facility allowed staff member #1, hired 9/1/2022; to work in childcare without providing a completed FBI clearance or a completed PA Child Police clearance, as required under CPSL to be hired provisionally. Staff member #1's file did not include receipts of application to obtain a FBI clearance, PA State Police clearance, or NSOR dated prior to the 9/1/22 hire date, as required under the CPSL. The PA Child Abuse clearance observed in staff member #1's file was dated 10/21/22 which was 51 days after the 9/1/22 hire date but it's required under CPSL prior to employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “Staff member #1 may not work at the facility until all clearances are obtained. Staffer #1's must submit a completed FBI and NSOR prior to returning to work. The director will ensure staff hired provisionally are supervised by a permeant staffer and don't work alone with children. The director will…”
Core safety Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises 55 Pa. Code §3270.52/3270.113(a)(2)
Staff member #1 walked out of the main room to take a child to the bathroom in the back room leaving staff member #2 with an infant and 4 other children ages 1 -3 yrs. old causing noncompliance with the staff: child ratio.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “Staff: child ratios will be maintained at all times. Staff member #1 will not leave out of the room without ensuring the staff: child ratios are in compliance and all children are properly supervised. All staff will ensure a 1 to 4 staff: child ratio is maintained when an infant is in the childcare…”
Core safety Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Sleep safety
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
An infant was observed sleep in an infant bouncer chair which is not age-appropriate sleep equipment. None of the cribs observed in the infant room or toddler room were labeled for individual use of the infant observed sleep in the bouncer chair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “Staff will immediately remove infants from bouncer chairs or rocking seats as soon as their observed sleeping and placed flat on their backs in age-appropriate sleep equipment. The infant cribs and all age-appropriate sleep equipment will be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by…”
Core safety Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
A 3-year-old male child left his assigned group with staff member #1 when transitioning from the bathroom in the back room to the main room and was alone unsupervised in the infant room until staff member #2 recognized the child was missing from the group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “Children will be supervised at all times. Each staff member will know their assigned group of children and know the children's where abouts at all times to supervise properly. Staff will be trained to understand that supervision means -"To be physically present with a group of children. It's…”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle/Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)/3270.82(i)
Trash receptacles were observed without lids. An unlined trash receptacle was observed in the infant room bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “The director and staff will ensure all trash receptacles are lined with plastic trash bags and have lids to contain trash contaminated with human secretions or excrement. The director and staff will ensure toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a…”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the toddler room a corner wall was observed with a dirty water stain. The floor and foot stool in the bathroom of the infant room was observed dirty and with debris.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “The director will ensure all areas of disrepair cited are corrected to good repair or cleaned. The bathroom in the infant room will be cleaned specifically addressing the floor and step stool used for children. The water-stained wall on the indoor surfaces of the toddler room will be repaired…”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
A broken toilet was observed in the bathroom located in the Preschool room, situated left of the main room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “The director will get a plumber to repair the toilet in the bathroom of the Preschool room. The toilet will be repaired to working condition.”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Hand washing signs were missing over the potty-training chairs observed in the bathroom located in the back room to the left of the main room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “The staff will post the hand washing signs above the potty-training chairs in the bathroom and at the diaper changing area which indicates that " A facility person and an able child shall wash his /her hands after toileting, diapering and before eating."”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No styrofoam 55 Pa. Code §3270.108(c)
Styrofoam bowels were observed used to serve the children lunch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 28, 2022): “Staff will not use Styrofoam cups, bowls or plates when serving meals to children in the facility.”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
Over the counter medication was observed accessible on top of the wooden cubbies in an unlocked area of the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2022): “The director removed the medication from the infant room and placed in a locked area of the facility. Staff will not leave any medication in an unlocked area and accessible to children.”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent/Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)/3270.133(7)
The facility did not have a medication log with written consent from the child's parent to administer the over-the-counter medication observed in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “The director will instruct all staff not to take any medication from parents to administer to their child without the parent's written consent on a Medication Log. The staff will be directed to send parents with medication for their enrolled child to the director to complete a Medication Log before…”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Dairy 55 Pa. Code §3270.163(a)(1)
The lunch time meal served to the children did not include at least one diary product.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 26, 2022): “The director and staff will ensure at least one dairy product is included for a lunch or dinner prepared for children toddler age or older.”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
A child's bottle was observed unlabeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 28, 2022): “The director placed a label with the child's name on the bottle. The director and staff will ensure all bottles and sippy cups are labeled with the individual child's name. Parents will be asked to bring the bottles to childcare with the child's name labeled on them.”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
At time of inspection, the facility had not maintained proof of purchase and date of purchase of the interconnected fire detection device or system with the fire drill logs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “The provider will confirm in a written attestation that the facility's fire detection device or system that is operable and properly maintained at all times in compliance with the act of April 27, 1927 (P.L.465, No.299), referred to as the "Fire and Panic Act," the act of November 10, 1999…”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #1, enrolled, 8/8/22; include a visit sick visit summary which isn't acceptable as a health assessment. Child #2's file included a health assessment form which was not signed by a medical professional. Child #3's file only include a vaccination record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “The parents of the children list will provide a valid health assessment indicated the child has had a physical exam dated 12 months or less from the date of enrollment for toddlers and preschool children. Infants' health assessment should be dated 6 months io less from the date of enrollment”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff member #1, hired 9/1/22; did not include verification of education and two years of experience necessary to qualify for the position
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 28, 2022): “Staffer #1 will immediately submit the required verification of qualifications for the position of assistant group supervisor and to be included in the staff: child ratio. Facility persons without the regulatory staff member qualifications will not be counted in the staff: child ratio.”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
Child #4's agreement form did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “The director will ensure child #4's agreement form will be corrected to include the child's arrival and departure times and signed by the parent.”
Citation Nov 2, 2022 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)
The emergency contact form for child #1, child #3 and child #5 did not have the parent signature for consent of emergency medical and minor first-aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “The director will contact the parents of the child to obtain the parents' signature for consent of emergency medical and minor first-aid procedures on the child's emergency contact form.”
Core safety Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
During the initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed that the staff records did NOT have the disclosure statement in the records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “Provider printed a copy of both staff #1, and staff #2 disclosure statement and put it in the record.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed electrical outlets in the pre-k room and the preschool room that did NOT have protective covers on them and they were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “Provider put covers on both of those outlets during the inspection.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed Clorox bleach wipes in infant room on bookshelf. In young toddler room certification representative observed hand sanitizer on top of cubby. Both toxics were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “Provider placed the Clorox bleach wipes in a locked closet for her cleaning supplies.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
During initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed that provider did not have any first aid kits in the facility
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “Provider stated that she will put first aid kits in every childcare space and that she would put the required items in those first aid kits.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed a floor mat in the infant room that was a tripping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “Provider removed the floor mat from the facility.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed peeling paint on the wall in the preschool room, and observed peeling paint on the window sill in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “Provider stated that she will paint over the areas to remove all peeling paint.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During initial inspection completed on 4/25/2022 certification representative did not observe hand washing signs above the toilets, sinks, or diapering area in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “Provider placed signs above all toilets, sinks, and diapering area as required by 3270.82h. Provider used exact wording from the regulation in her signs.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During the initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed that the exits in the young toddler room, and the exit in the infant room were obstructed by toys and a table.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “Provider moved the toys and the equipment away from the exit so that exits are no longer obstructed.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Fixed space heater approved 55 Pa. Code §3270.92(b)
During the initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative did not observe written approval from a fire safety professional for installation and use of fixed space heaters located in the Preschool room and young toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “Provider will remove the space heaters from the facility. She will have her electrician remove them.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During the initial inspection on 4/25/2022 in the preschool room there was a tear in the laminate on top of bookcase that had a sharp edge on it and posed a safety risk.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “Provider will put a long pad on top of the bookcase to cover the sharp edge.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(e)
During initial inspection on 4/25/2022, certification representative observed wood chip materials of less than 1 inch covering the outside play area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “Provider plans to remove unsafe material and put down an acceptable surface cover for outdoor play areas”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed book cases in the infant room, the preschool room, and Pre-K room that were wobbly and posed a tipping hazard. These bookcases needed to be better secured.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “Provider secured the wobbly bookshelves by anchoring them to the wall.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During the initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed that provider has an interconnected fire alarm system and did not have proof of purchase validating that the system is in compliance for age requirements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “Provider will complete an attestation form and keep on file at facility.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
During initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed that the posted emergency plan did not have lock down procedures listed on it..
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “Provider updated the facility emergency plan, and posted it in an area for parental viewing”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During the initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed that staff #1, and staff #2 did NOT have in their record the verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “Provider put the required verification into their staff record at the facility”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
During the initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed that the staff # 1, and staff # 2 did NOT have copies of their health assessments or results of tuberculosis screening in their facility record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “Staff #1, and Staff #2 will have a physician complete the medical assessment form, the tuberculosis test, and provide a signed letter of tuberculosis results.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative observed that two written non family references for staff #1, and staff #2 were not in the staff record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “Provide the two written non family references for staff #1 and staff #2.”
Citation Apr 25, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During initial inspection on 4/25/2022 certification representative did not observe provider having information for parents to access the regulations, or being able to contact the appropriate regional child care office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “Provider will post the access information on the facility bulletin board where parents can view it.”

“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 18, 2024 Complaint investigation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation
4 violations 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.

Enforcement actions

Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade Dec 9, 2025
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal

Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $82.50 $55.72
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $78.75 $52.27
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $70.00 $49.58
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $63.75 $46.90
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $45.55 $39.36
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $45.55 $39.36

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 —
Certificate status Regular
Certificate dated through Nov 13, 2025
Keystone STARS No STAR level
Operator —
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 385-6139
State certificate # CER-00233189
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Common questions

Has B Inspired Academy had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 15 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 Jul 14, 2026 (background checks): “On July 14, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #3 did not contain evidence of a Child Abuse Clearance, the clearance on file was for a volunteer.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about B Inspired Academy?

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.

How does B Inspired Academy compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,084 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 87% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was B Inspired Academy last inspected?

Jul 14, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does B Inspired Academy cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $82.50 for infant, $78.75 for young toddler, $70.00 for older toddler, $63.75 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

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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