Belmont Academy Charter School
Belmont Academy Charter School is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 199 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 42 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (18 of 42). 8 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 #910 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and 1. the file for staff #1 and staff #5 is missing Nj clearances. 2. the files for staff #4 did not include mandated reporter training
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #6 did not have TB test results.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the file for child#1 did not have an initial or subsequent health report.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the files for staff #3, staff #4, staff #5, staff #6 and staff #7 did not include employee address.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #2 and staff #3 did not include a verification of childcare experience and the files for staff #1, staff #4, staff #5, staff #6 and staff #7, did not include a verification of childcare experience or education.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the file for staff #2, staff#3, staff #4, staff #6 and staff #7 did not include two non-family references.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff file and the files for staff #4, staff #5, staff #6 and staff #7 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr and first aid training.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff # 3, staff #4, staff #5 and staff #7 did not contain the required health and safety professional development training(s).
DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE INTERVIEWED STAFF IN THE TODDLER ROOM AND BOTH TEACHERS HAVE ADMITTED TO USING A HIGHCHAIR TO RESTRICT A CHILD.
DURING THE ALLOCATED UNANNOUNCED MONITORING, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #1 AND STAFF #4 DID NOT INCLUDE NSOR CLEARANCES.
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DURING THE ALLOCATED UNANNOUNCED MONITORING,, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #1 AND STAFF #2 DID NOT INCLUDE A PHYSICAL OR TB RESULTS
DURING THE ALLOCATED UNANNOUNCED MONITORING, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #2 AND STAFF # 3 DID NOT INCLUDE PEDIATRIC CPR AND FIRST AID.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #1 is missing an NSOR certificate.
During the renewal inspection staff #4 and staff #5 were not positioned in a way that they could adequately supervise all of the children in their care.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan did not include a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency arises and did not provide a method for facility persons to contact parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and there was chipped paint throughout in the following areas: rm 102 the cover for the pipes near the windows was peeling, rm 203 the pipe coverings were peeling and in the resource room there were paint chipped on the pillars and wall to the left of the door upon entrance.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through during naptime and there was less than 2 feet between the cots while children were resting.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs and children with chronic medical conditions.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #2 and staff #3 did not include a verification of childcare experience or education.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not contain a health assessment or TB results.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not contain the required health and safety professional development training(s).
During a renewal inspection conducted on 5/7/24, the Certification Representative inquire of the shaken syndrome policy, and the program did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome policy in place.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 5/7/24, the Certification Representative inquire about the continuity of care/operations, and the program did not have a continuity of care/operations policy in place.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23, the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 hired (see code sheet) did not contain completed NSOR certificate.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the health assessment reviewed for child #5 was not updated within 12-month time period. Health assessment reviewed was dated 09/10/21.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain health assessment.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the file reviewed for staff person #2 did not contain required 10hrs of health and safety preservice training.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the file for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 were missing the Department's approved child service report. Child service reports are to be reviewed/updated every 6 months.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the fee agreement reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not specify person(s) designated by parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 was missing phone number of child's physician. Emergency contact form for child #2 was missing name, address and phone number of physician. Emergency contact form for child #4 was missing address and phone number of physician. Emergency contact form for child #5 was missing phone number of child's physician.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #2 and child #4 did not include written consent by parent for emergency medical care.
During the renewal inspection 03/29/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 was missing health insurance policy number. Emergency contact form reviewed for child #2 was missing health insurance coverage and policy number. Emergency contact form reviewed for child #3 was missing health insurance policy number. Emergency contact form reviewed for child #4 was missing health insurance coverage and policy number. Emergency contact form reviewed for child #5 was missing health insurance coverage and policy number.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 was missing release person's address and phone number. Emergency contact form reviewed for child #5 was missing release person's address.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the emergency contact form and fee agreement reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 were not reviewed and updated within 6-month time period.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #2 and child #4 was missing parental signed consent for administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #2 and child #4 did not contain signed parental consent for transportation and walking excursions.
During the renewal inspection on 03/29/23, the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain the required (2) written nonfamily references. The file for staff person #1 file contained (1) reference.
DURING A RENEWAL INSPECTION CERTIFICATION SUPERVISOR REVIEWED FOUR STAFF FILES; THE FILE OF STAFF # DID NOT INCLUDE A FBI CLEARANCE. (DOH ON CODE SHEET)
DURING A RENEWAL INSPECTION CERTIFICATION SUPERVISOR TOOK THE TEMPERATURE OF THE WATER IN CLASSROOM #14. THE WATER TEMPERATURE WAS 132 DEGREES.
DURING A RENEWAL INSPECTION CERTIFICATION SUPERVISOR REVIEWED THE FACILITY'S EMERGENCY PLAN. THE PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
DURING A RENEWAL INSPECTION CERTIFICATION SUPERVISOR REQUESTED THE FACILITY'S DOCUMENTATION IN WRITING OF THE LOCATION OF THE FACILITY AND PROGRAM'S USE OF PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICULAR ROUTES AROUND THE CHILD CARE FACILITY FROM STAFF #2. STAFF#2 COULD NOT PROVIDE THE DOCUMENTATION.
DURING A RENEWAL INSPECTION CERTIFICATION SUPERVISOR CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION PLAN WAS NOT POSTED IN ANY OF THE CLASSROOMS. (IMPLEMENTED ON SITE)
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $44.00 | $44.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $44.00 | $44.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $44.00 | $44.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $44.00 | $44.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $33.00 | $26.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $27.00 | $23.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $27.00 | $23.00 |
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 Belmont Academy Charter School 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 Feb 26, 2026 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and 1. the file for staff #1 and staff #5 is missing Nj clearances. 2. the files for staff #4 did not include mandated reporter training” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Belmont Academy Charter School?
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 Belmont Academy Charter School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Mar 18, 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 Belmont Academy Charter School compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #910 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Belmont Academy Charter School last inspected?
Feb 26, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Belmont Academy Charter School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $44.00 for newborn, $44.00 for infant, $44.00 for young toddler, $44.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Belmont Academy Charter School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Community Education Alliance Of West Philadelphia.
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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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