Custis Care Academy II LLC
Custis Care Academy II LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 43 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 24 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (6 of 24). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #732 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the inspection, it was observed that the sink in the downstairs bathroom is hanging off the wall.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not conduct an emergency drill since September 2024.
During my inspection I observed that staff 4 did not know whom they were responsible for supervising.
During my inspection I observed young toddlers being strapped in a highchair for more than 15 minutes.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not contain an updated emergency plan training.
During my inspection I observed that there was toxics left out accessible to the children.
During my inspection I observed peeling paint on the wall in a few areas in both classrooms.
During my inspection I observed that staff 3 gave out snacks and did not have the children wash their hands.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not include the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 hired in September, 2022, did not have their out of state NSOR certification, or child abuse clearance.
During my inspection I observed that the pack-n-plays were not labeled.
During my inspection I observed that the infant room did not have a hands-free covered can.
During my inspection I observed that the infant room did not have feeding schedule for their infants.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted their annual emergency drill.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their annual local traffic safety letter.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not have their written annual evaluations.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, did not have their parent's home/work address & telephone number on their emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, did not have their health insurance policy number on their emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 3, did not have their release person's address on their emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 3, did not have acceptable verification of experience.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not have their 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection dated 10/17/2022 certification representative observed that provider had Flex Wipes and HDX Disinfectant spray on a window ledge near the bathroom that is accessible to children.
ON JUNE 14, 2022, DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, THERE WAS A CAN OF DISINFECTANT SPRAY ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN IN AN UNLOCKED CLOSET IN THE SECOND FLOOR CHILD CARE SPACE.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $85.00 | $60.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $79.00 | $55.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $79.00 | $55.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $75.00 | $50.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $60.00 | $57.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $60.00 | $57.00 |
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 Custis Care Academy II LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Sep 10, 2024 (supervision): “During my inspection I observed that staff 4 did not know whom they were responsible for supervising.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Custis Care Academy II LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Custis Care Academy II LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Custis Care Academy II LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jun 4, 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 Custis Care Academy II LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #732 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Custis Care Academy II LLC last inspected?
Oct 17, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Custis Care Academy II LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $85.00 for infant, $79.00 for young toddler, $79.00 for older toddler, $75.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Custis Care Academy II LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Custis Care Academy II 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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