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Charlas Angels Learning Center

4426 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 2

Charlas Angels Learning Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 33 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 48 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (16 of 48). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #881 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 67% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 67% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #881 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
4 Core-safety citations
44 Other citations
8 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
48 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 9, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 9, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 27, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 28, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 7, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 18, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Mar 17, 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 16
Training & qualifications 9
Emergency preparedness 6
Health & medication 5
Records & paperwork 5
Staff ratios 2
Background checks 2
Food & feeding 2
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed chip paint throughout the facility walls in each room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2026): “Paint throughout the facility any chipped paint.”
Core safety Aug 18, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During an onsite follow up visit on 8/18/25, cert rep observed Staff #1 and #2 out of ratio with a total of 9 children in a mixed age group: 1 infant, 7 young toddlers and 1 older toddler.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 2, 2025): “Staff member called out last minute, which left the center out of ratio, staff came in within the hour to maintain correct ratio.”
Core safety May 27, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Certification reviewed staff #1 record and observed State Police Criminal Clearance is for Volunteer purposes not Employment. Cert rep reviewed staff #5 record and observed staff #5 did not have an NSOR clearance in record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2025): “Staff #2 has received NSOR clearance.”
Citation May 27, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Certification rep observed outlet covers missing in the middle room left and back wall of the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2025): “Covers were placed on outlets.”
Citation May 27, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
Certification rep observed tweezers, soap and gloves missing in the first aid kit of the toddler classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2025): “Missing items were added to the first aid kit.”
Citation May 27, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed physical examination in record expired, date of exam in record: 4/21/23.Certification rep reviewed staff #4 record and observed physical examination in record expired, date of exam in record: 6/6/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 3, 2025): “Both staff have obtained new physical.”
Citation May 27, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
Certification rep reviewed emergency plan delivery document and observed a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates was not sent to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 3, 2025): “Emergency plan was delivered correctly.”
Citation May 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Certification rep reviewed staff #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 record and observed completion of fire safety was not in record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 4, 2025): “All staff annual fire safety training.”
Citation May 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Certification rep reviewed staff #2 record and observed Pediatric First Aid and CPR Training in record is not from an approved PQUAS certified trainer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2025): “Staff #2 has obtained CPR certification.”
Citation May 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed 7 hours of 12 clock hours of childcare training not obtained, staff #3, 9 hours of 12 clock hours of childcare training not obtained. Staff #4, 12 hours of 12 clock hours of childcare training not obtained and staff #5, 9 hours of 12 clock hours of childcare training not obtained.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 4, 2025): “Training report submitted”
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Citation Apr 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Certification rep observed a strip of peeled base board in the front right side of the room and in the middle room right back side of the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2025): “Have baseboards glued back to surface.”
Citation Apr 28, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
Certification rep reviewed fire drill log and observed last fire drill available and documented in record was 1/18/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2025): “Fire drill log was complete in another location.”
Citation Apr 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Certification rep reviewed last available documented fire detection in record was 2/17/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2025): “Fire detection record updated.”
Citation Apr 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
Responsible person was not able to locate staff #1 and #2 record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2025): “Files were moved to specific location.”
Core safety May 28, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and FBI clearance was not in record, date of hire: 4/22/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 23, 2024): “Employees FBI record forwarded to rep.”
Citation May 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection the first aid kit in the preschool room did not contain bandages.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 27, 2024): “All first aid kits restocked with all missing items.”
Citation May 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection certification rep observed chip paint on the left wall of the infant room entrance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Wall was painted in baby room.”
Citation May 28, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
Certification rep reviewed emergency plan delivery document and emergency plan and subsequent plan updates was not sent to the local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 27, 2024): “Emergency plan and subsequent updates will be sent to the local municipality annually.”
Citation May 28, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Certification rep reviewed staff #2 record and observed 10-hour health and safety training missing in record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2024): “Employees training from better kid care did mot merge with PA keys website. certificate forwarded to rep.”
Core safety Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
At the time of renewal inspection observed staff person #1 in the back part of the Preschool-Toddler room with the group of 1 infant, 1 young toddler and 4 older toddlers. Staff person #2 was changing diapers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2023): “An operator will make sure all rooms are within ratio.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
At the time of renewal inspection, the operator did not document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2023): “Provider will document in writing review of the emergency plan.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of renewal inspection, document that staff person #1 receives emergency plan training on the annual basis was not observed. Last emergency plan training on file was from 3/1/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “Staff will participate in emergency plan training and it will be documented.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At the time of renewal inspection observed one electrical outlet on the pillar in the Preschool-Toddler room without protective receptacle cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “An operator will place receptacle cover.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of renewal inspection, toxic disinfecting wipes were observed on the storage unit located in the Preschool-Toddler room and were accessible to children posing a potential hazard. The label on sanitizing wipes stated " Keep out of reach of children".
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “An operator will remove the wipes.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of renewal inspection observed signs of the water damage on ceiling tiles in the Preschool-Toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Ceiling tile will be replaced.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of child #1 did not include an updated health report required at least every 6 months. Child health report on file was dated 12/15/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2023): “Parents will provide an updated health report.”
Citation Jul 7, 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)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 included a health assessment dated 4/8/21 which was conducted more than 24 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “Staff person #1 will provide new health assessment.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
At the time of inspection, written statements giving the formula and feeding schedule for child #1 was not obtained from the parents of infant observed in the Preschool-Toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “The parent will provide a written schedule of feeding formula.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
At the time of renewal inspection observed that emergency drill was not conducted annually, written documentation was not available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2023): “An operator will conduct emergency drill which will be documented.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 did not include Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 one hour professional development training required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe which is by December 30, 2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “Staff person #1 will take Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of inspection, file for staff person #1 did not include verification that staff participated in fire safety training at least annually. Last fire safety training on file was from 10/29/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2023): “Staff #1 will participate in fire safety training.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 did not include an annual staff evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “The director will conduct staff evaluation.”
Citation Jul 7, 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)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #2 included employment verification form that was not complete since it did not included month and years of work for the previous child care employer that is required for the position of an assistant group supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “An operator will complete employment verification form.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the inspection, file of child #1, and #2 did not include child service report on the Department's approved form that provides information to the family about the child's growth and development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2023): “An operator will provide Child Service Report.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact information of child #1 was not present in a child care space were child was receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “An operator will give staff emergency contact form of child #1.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
At the time of renewal inspection observed that emergency contact information and agreement for child #1 and #2 had not been updated every 6 months as required. Emergency contact form for child #1 and #2 were reviewed and signed by the parents on 12/16/22, agreement of child #1 was signed by the parent on 12/29/22, agreement for child #2 was signed on 12/16/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “Parents will update agreements and emergency contact forms.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency master file updated 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(e)
At the time of renewal inspection observed that emergency information was not updated in each child care space. Each classroom had emergency contact forms that were updated by parents more than 6 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “An operator will update emergency contact forms.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of renewal inspection file of staff person #1 did not include verification that staff obtained an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Staff person #1 record included 7 hours of training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Staff person #1 will take additional 5 hours of training.”
Citation Aug 18, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of renewal inspection observed plastic and paper trash on the surface of outside playground while children were playing outside.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2022): “Provider cleaned playground from trash.”
Citation Aug 18, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No styrofoam 55 Pa. Code §3270.108(c)
At the time of renewal inspection provider was using Styrofoam plates.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 23, 2022): “Provider will order plastic or paper plates.”
Citation Aug 18, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
At the time of renewal inspection, immunization record of child #1 did not include influenza immunization recommended by ACIP. A letter of exemption was not observed in the file of child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2022): “Parents will provide an exemption letter.”
Citation Aug 18, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
At the time of renewal inspection, a written infant meal statements and feeding schedule obtained from the parents were not observed for child #2 in Infant Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 23, 2022): “Parents will provide written feeding schedule.”
Citation Aug 18, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
At the time of renewal inspection, verification that local traffic safety authorities are notified in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility was not observed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will notify local traffic authorities.”
Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of initial inspection observed a gallon of toxic degreaser with a label "keep out of reach of children" located in the utility sink in blue bathroom. The metal gate to the utility sink was open and a degreaser was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2022): “Provider removed a degreaser from the bathroom.”
Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of initial inspection observed that ventilation cover on the ceiling in Infant room was loose from two sides.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2022): “Provider fixed ventilation cover.”
Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Glass 55 Pa. Code §3270.81
At the time of initial inspection, front glass door located in a traffic area, didn't contain any visual identification.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2022): “Provider put letters on the glass door.”
Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
At the time of initial inspection observed that a health assessment of staff person #1 does not include a date next to the doctor's signature.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2022): “Staff person #1 will provide an updated health assessment.”
Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
At the time of initial inspection, provider was not able to provide proof of purchase and date of purchase of an interconnected fire detection system.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2022): “Provider signed Fire Alarm Attestation Statement.”

“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

Issuance of Provisional Certificate of Compliance at the time of Initial Mar 24, 2022
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate

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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $75.00 $63.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $75.00 $63.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $70.00 $60.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $65.00 $55.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $60.00 $50.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $60.00 $50.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $60.00 $50.00

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 33 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Aug 23, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Dec 21, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Charlas Angels Learning Center II
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 337-9565
State certificate # CER-00259580
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Common questions

Has Charlas Angels Learning Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Aug 18, 2025 (staff ratios): “During an onsite follow up visit on 8/18/25, cert rep observed Staff #1 and #2 out of ratio with a total of 9 children in a mixed age group: 1 infant, 7 young toddlers and 1 older toddler.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Charlas Angels Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Charlas Angels Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Charlas Angels Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Dec 21, 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 Charlas Angels Learning Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #881 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 67% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Charlas Angels Learning Center last inspected?

Jun 9, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Charlas Angels Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $75.00 for newborn, $75.00 for infant, $70.00 for young toddler, $65.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Charlas Angels Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Charlas Angels Learning Center II.

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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