Butterfly Effect Academy LLC
Butterfly Effect Academy LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 24 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 53 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (22 of 53). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the inspection, it was observed that staff 1, 2, did not know all the children they were responsible for. As well as did not know how many children were in the room.
During the inspection, it was observed that the toilet on the first floor was not working correctly.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not have their FBI clearance, nor did they have their NSOR clearance. Staff 2 did not have their state police clearance.
During the inspection, it was observed the first-floor room had 1 infant & 4 young toddlers with only 1 teacher.
During the inspection, it was observed that staff 2 was not aware of who her assigned children were.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not include their annual emergency plan training.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not include acceptable verification of experience.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not include two written, nonfamily references.
During the inspection, it was observed that staff 1, 3, did not wash the children's hands before snack. Staff one did not wash the child's hands after diapering.
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While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have a current written evaluation.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 3, did not include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 2, did include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not have consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not include acceptable verification of experience.
During my inspection I observed that the none of the staff were assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not documented in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-4 did not have their annual emergency plan training.
During my inspection I observed that the downstairs room had peeling paint on the blue, purple, and white wall.
During my inspection I observed that child 11, did not have a completed medication log for the four medications that she has onsite.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have a written feeding schedule from the parent.
During my inspection I observed that the infant bottles were not labeled with the child's name.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted an emergency drill.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
During my inspection I observed that the downstairs room did not have a daily schedule posted.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-10, did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 10, did not include the policy number for the child.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 3, 6, 7, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During my inspection I observed that the downstairs room did not have a copy of the facility's emergency transportation plan posted.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child did not update emergency contacts, and or agreement forms. Emergency contacts - student 1-10 Agreement forms - students 3, 5
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, 9, 10, did not contain signed parental consent on their emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 4, 9, did not have the special dietary needs completed.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, 8, 9, did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
During the renewal inspection dated 4/19/2023, certification representative observed that there was chipped paint throughout the facility, and there was chipped plaster on the wall near the cubby downstairs.
While reviewing the Emergency plan during the renewal inspection dated 4/19/2023, certification representative observed that the Emergency Plan did not have accommodations for children with disabilities.
Observed cleaning products, which were accessible to children, in the unlocked cabinet under the sink in the PS/SA bathroom.
Emergency telephone numbers were not posted by the phone in the PS/SA Room.
Observed teeth marks in the foam toys in the OT/PS area. This creates a potential hazard for children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
The cots in the OT/PS/SA Room were not labeled.
Styrofoam cups and plates were being used for meals and snacks.
The file for Child #3, an infant, did not include an updated health report conducted within the past six months.
The initial health assessments/TB screenings in the files for Staff Person #1, #2 and #3 were conducted after the staff persons' initial day in child care.
Infant feeding schedules were not provided by the parents for the infants receiving care.
The fire drill log documented one occurrence where fire drills were conducted more than 60 days apart: 3/17-4/11.
The fire drill log documented one occurrence in which fire system checks were conducted more than 30 days apart: 3/7-4/11.
The Emergency Contact Forms in the files for Child #1 and Child #3 did not include the release persons addresses.
Emergency contact forms were not in the child care spaces.
The emergency transportation plan was not posted in the child care spaces.
The emergency contact form in the file for Child #1 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. The emergency contact form in the file for Child #2 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child or signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During initial inspection on 12/22/21, while reviewing staff files, Staff # 1's child abuse clearance was a volunteer clearance dated 3/27/2020
During initial inspection on 12/22/21, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed that there were no handwashing signs posted at the basement childcare bathroom, the 1st floor bathroom, and at the kitchen's sink
“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.
Enforcement actions
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.) | $67.83 | $55.72 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.49 | $52.27 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $59.54 | $49.58 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.23 | $46.90 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $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
Common questions
Has Butterfly Effect Academy LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Apr 16, 2026 (supervision): “During the inspection, it was observed that staff 1, 2, did not know all the children they were responsible for. As well as did not know how many children were in the room.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Butterfly Effect Academy LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Butterfly Effect 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 Butterfly Effect Academy LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Oct 9, 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 Butterfly Effect Academy LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Butterfly Effect Academy LLC last inspected?
Apr 16, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Butterfly Effect Academy LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.83 for infant, $63.49 for young toddler, $59.54 for older toddler, $56.23 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Butterfly Effect Academy LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Butterfly Effect Academy LLC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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