Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19147

Bella Vista Childcare Academy

766 S 9th St # 68, Philadelphia, PA 19147 · Philadelphia County

1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Bella Vista Childcare Academy is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 43 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 50 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (19 of 50). 10 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.

Inspection record

More citations than 86% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited

Tied for #1,075 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia

3 Core-safety citations

47 Other citations

5 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

50 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 23, 2025

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 19

Building & playground safety 6

Emergency preparedness 6

Health & medication 6

Training & qualifications 5

Food & feeding 3

Background checks 2

Transportation 2

Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, Cert Rep did not observe the (PSP) Criminal History Clearance, or the Child Abuse Clearance in the file of staff person #1, however observed volunteer clearances for both (PSP) Criminal History Clearance and Child Abuse Clearance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Staff person will not work in a childcare position until all clearances are completed and on file.”

Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)

During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, while conducting the facility walkthrough, Cert Rep did not observe a bottle of water in first aid kit taken on excursions in the older toddler classroom.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Add bottle of water in first aid kits travel bags.”

Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding

Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107

During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, while conducting the facility walkthrough, Cert Rep did not observe the refrigerator thermometer at 45 degrees F or below, in the infant room, however it was observed at 50 degrees F.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Adjust refrigerator thermometer to at least 45 degrees F.”

Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Transportation

Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)

During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, while conducting the facility walkthrough, Cert Rep did not observe the written notification of safe routes posted in the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Develop safe routes notification and post up front.”

Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)

During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, while reviewing facility paperwork on file, Cert Rep did not observe accommodations for infant, toddlers, or children with disabilities/chronic medical conditions in the facility's emergency plan.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Update emergency plan with changes and keep on file.”

Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)

During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the operator's signature on the service agreement form in the file of child #1-#4.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Sign the agreement forms.”

Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)

During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the designated release person written on the service agreement form in the file of child #1-#2.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Complete all the forms missing information.”

Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)

During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the date of admission written on the service agreement form in the file of child #1-#5.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Complete all missing information forms.”

Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the health insurance coverage and policy number on the emergency contact form in the file of child #1.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Obtain coverage information and policy number from the parent and write on the form.”

Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)

During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep did not observe the signed parental consent for swimming and wading on the emergency contact form in the file of child #5.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Have parents update emergency contact forms.”

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Citation Oct 4, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)

During the renewal inspection on 10/04/24, Cert Rep did observe an initial tuberculin skin test, x-rays, and other medical documentation in the file of staff person #7, dated 05/09/22, however did not observe a physical examination included with a health assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “Staff person #7 will provide verification of an initial and subsequent health assessment to store into staff file.”

Citation Oct 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)

During the renewal inspection on 10/04/24, Cert Rep did not observe staff evaluations in the files of staff persons #1-#7.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “Director will complete staff evaluations for all existing staff, and store into staff files.”

Citation Oct 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)

During the renewal inspection on 10/04/24, Cert Rep did not observe the facility's current certificate of compliance posted.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2024): “Director will post the current certificate of compliance immediately.”

Citation Oct 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)

During the renewal inspection on 10/04/24, Cert Rep did not observe an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training in the files of staff persons #5 and #6.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “Director will ensure that existing staff completes 12 hours of training, at a minimum, and store into staff files.”

Core safety Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 4 did not have a complete NSOR to qualify for the position of Director -Staff # 8 did not have documentation of FBI receipt in file to meet the requirements under the 45-day provisional waiver hire

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Staff # 4 will be removed as director until all clearances are in file. Staff # 8 will not return until receipt for clearances are in file.”

Core safety Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 5 observed taking preschool children to use the restroom was not able to see children at the same time because they were using 2 different restrooms

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Children will be supervised at all times. Director had children use 1 bathroom instead of 2.”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 5 's emergency plan training was dated 4/20/22

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2023): “The operator will assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator will document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the…”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - children in the older infant room did not wash hands before having lunch

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Facility person and an able child Will wash his/her hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - a child sleeping in the front older infant room was in a crib that was not labelled for the individual child use.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment will be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment will be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 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 10/5/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - staff # 8 did not have documentation of health assessment and TB in file

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation will have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting and every 24 months thereafter. if the person does not contract…”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding

Six-months-old held 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(5)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 6 in the younger infant room was feeding Child # 7 in a bouncy chair, and Child # 8 on the floor holding the bottle.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “An infant 6 months of age or younger will be held while being bottle fed.”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 3's health assessment was dated 9/23/22 - Child # 6 did not have a health assessment in file

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “The operator will require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record will contain initial and…”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Director qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(iv)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 4 did not have a complete file to meet the requirements of assistant director. Staff # 4 did not have transcript in file to meet the requirements of director.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Director will have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4). All facility person's record will include acceptable verification of experience, education or training a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential…”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 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 10/5/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 8 and Staff # 9 did not have documentation of verification of experience to qualify as an AGS

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Assistant group supervisor will have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years' experience with children. Facility person's record will include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while reviewing children files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 3 and # 5 did not have documentation of child service report in file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Services will be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. We will complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in…”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while reviewing children files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 1 did not have documentation of health insurance and policy number in file. - Child # 3,4, and # 5 did not have documentation of policy number in file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Emergency contact information will include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 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 10/5/23, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 3's emergency contact and agreement were dated 8/16/22 -Child # 5's emergency contact and agreement were dated 2/20/23 - Child # 6's emergency contact and agreement were dated 1/19/23

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Parent will update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent will be required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there…”

Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

During renewal inspection on 10/5/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: -Staff # 8 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2023): “Staff records will include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

Citation Oct 3, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)

During my inspection I observed that the first-aid kit was accessible to children in the preschool room.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Provider will make sure that first-aid kit is always inaccessibly to children in the facility.”

Citation Oct 3, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)

During my inspection I observed that there was peeling plaster in the older toddler room by the wall near the sink.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Provider will repair all damaged paint and cracked plaster.”

Citation Oct 3, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)

During my inspection I observed that the bathroom in the preschool room had a hole in the wall by the toilet paper holder.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Provider will make all necessary repairs to make sure that the facility is always in good repair and free of hazards.”

Citation Oct 3, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)

During my inspection I observed a child's hands not being washed after being diapered.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all staff know the importance of hand washing after diapering.”

Citation Oct 3, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152

During my inspection I observed that staff 2 did not wash her or the baby's hands after diapering.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Provider will have staff 2 take a training on the importance of hand washing.”

Citation Oct 3, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding

Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)

During my inspection I observed that there were bottles in the infant room with no labels.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all baby bottles are always labeled with the child's name.”

Citation Oct 3, 2022 Inspection Transportation

Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)

During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their pick-up and drop-off procedures posted.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Provider will make sure that all required postings are always posted.”

Citation Oct 3, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)

During my inspection I observed that the facility was not practicing their emergency drills.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Provider will create an emergency drill log and practice different emergency drill at least once a year.”

Citation Oct 3, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)

During my inspection I observed that the facility did not send a copy of their emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Provider will review their emergency plan annually to make sure that a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”