Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC
2443 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19121 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 4
Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 19 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 27 violations, none of them core-safety. None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #598 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
Fewer citations than 52% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #598 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
0
Core-safety citations
27
Other citations
6
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
27 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 15, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Training & qualifications
7
Building & playground safety
7
Emergency preparedness
4
Records & paperwork
4
Health & medication
3
Transportation
2
Citations, newest first
Citation
Nov 21, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #2 was missing updated fire safety training in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2024): “The provider will notify staff #2 and request for them to update their fire safety training and include it in the file.”
Citation
Nov 21, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #2 was missing 4 hours of professional development training in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2024): “The provider will notify staff # 2 and request for them to obtain 4 more hours of professional development training and include it in the file.”
Citation
Jan 21, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the facility's submitted emergency plan and did not see the section that includes the plans for continuity of care in the plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 8, 2024): “The provider will include the plans for continuity of care to the emergency plan, sign and date the updated plan.”
Citation
Jan 21, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files. Staff # 1 and #2 were both missing an emergency plan training certificate in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 8, 2024): “The provider stated that a copy of the emergency plan training certificate will be submitted and will be included in the file.”
Citation
Jan 21, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and discovered peeling paint in the back section near dart board as well as peeling paint on the wall in the section before you enter the back of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2024): “The provider will correct all areas of peeling paint and submit a picture of each area that was corrected.”
Citation
Jan 21, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the outside play area, the play equipment/ balls need to be cleaned.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2024): “The provider will clean the outside play equipment and submit a picture of the cleaned equipment that the children use.”
Citation
Jan 21, 2024
Inspection
Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the pick-up and drop procedures that are required to be posted and did not see the posting.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2024): “The provider will provide a picture of pick- up and drop off procedures posted in the facility.”
Citation
Jan 21, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification specialist requested to view proof that the fire detection system has been tested annually by a professional since the system was unable to be tested due to being connected to residential at the time of the inspection and was informed that a copy of the annual report was left in a folder at home.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 8, 2024): “The provider will provide the certification representative with the correct annual fire detection report. The wrong year was submitted.”
Citation
Jan 21, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff # 1 was missing an updated fire safety training certificate. in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 8, 2024): “The provider will provide the certification representative with an updated fire safety training certificate to be put in the file.”
Citation
Jan 21, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed staff # 1 file, the file was missing 4 hours of professional development training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 8, 2024): “The provider will provide the certification representative with 4 hours of updated professional development training certificates.”
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Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the facility's emergency plan and did not see the section that includes the plans for continuity of care in the plan.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 21, 2024): “The provider will include the plans for continuity of care to the emergency plan, sign and date the updated plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files. Staff # 1 and #2 were both missing an emergency plan training certificate in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 21, 2024): “The provider stated that a copy of the emergency plan training certificate will be submitted and will be included in the file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and discovered peeling paint in the back section near dart board as well as peeling paint on the wall in the section before you enter the back of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 21, 2024): “The provider will correct all areas of peeling paint and submit a picture of each area that was corrected.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the outside play area, the play equipment/ balls need to be cleaned.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 21, 2024): “The provider will clean the outside play equipment and submit a picture of the cleaned equipment that the children use.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child # 1 was missing an updated shot record. Child # 1 was missing an updated Hep B shot, DTAP, Pneumococcal, Hib and MMR shot according to the ACIP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2023): “The provider will notify the parent and request for updated immunization records.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #3 was missing documentation on the child's immunizations with no written exemption letter in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2023): “The provider will notify the parent and request for an updated immunization record or an exemption letter to be placed in the file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the pick-up and drop procedures that are required to be posted and did not see the posting.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 21, 2024): “The provider will provide a picture of pick- up and drop off procedures posted in the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification specialist requested to view proof that the fire detection system has been tested annually by a professional since the system was unable to be tested due to being connected to residential at the time of the inspection and was informed that a copy of the annual report was left in a folder at home.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 21, 2024): “The provider will provide the certification representative with the annual fire detection report.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff # 1 was missing an updated fire safety training certificate. in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 21, 2024): “The provider will provide the certification representative with an updated fire safety training certificate to be put in the file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Admissions Interview 55 Pa. Code §3270.122
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the programs parent handbook and was informed that the handbook was not available due to it being left at home.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 21, 2024): “The provider will submit a copy of the facility's handbook via email went submitting the corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative view the children's files children # 3 and #5 were both missing child service reports in their files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2023): “The provider will complete a CSR for both of the children and have the parent sign the document.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #1 was missing the policy number on the emergency contact.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2023): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #2 #3 were both missing updated emergency contact forms and financial agreement forms in their file. Child #5 was missing an updated financial agreement form in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2023): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for the parents to update any changed information on the forms and request for them to resign the forms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Dec 21, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed staff # 1 file, the file was missing 4 hours of professional development training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 21, 2024): “The provider will provide the certification representative with 4 hours of updated professional development training certificates.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Nov 17, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit on the middle wall in the child care space is missing a pair of scissors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2023): “First Aid kit was corrected on site and placed within the first aid kit.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Child's allergies/Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(2)/3270.131(d)(7)
During the renewal inspection file review, the file of child # 1 is missing information regarding allergies and information regarding if the child is able to participate in child care and free from communicable illness.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2023): “During the renewal inspection file review, the file of child # 1 is missing information regarding allergies and information regarding if the child is able to participate in child care and free from communicable illness on the health assessment form.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection file review, the file of facility person # 3 is missing 4 hours of the 12 hours of annual professional development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2023): “Staff person #3 will ensure 4 of the 12 hours of annual professional development is completed when college course work is completed.”
“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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $78.00 | $60.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $74.00 | $57.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $68.00 | $54.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $58.00 | $48.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $58.00 | $48.00 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Capacity
19 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Mar 1, 2027
Operator
Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC
Hours
Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 309-3133
State certificate #
CER-00257319
Common questions
Has Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC had any serious violations?
No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 27 other citations, listed above.
Have there been complaints about Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Dec 10, 2025. 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 Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #598 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC last inspected?
Jun 15, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $78.00 for young toddler, $74.00 for older toddler, $68.00 for preschool, $58.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Beyond Basic Learning Academy LLC.
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