Divine Academy Center LLC
Divine Academy Center LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 38 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 48 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (17 of 48). 12 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,020 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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While conducting my inspection I observed that the main room had 9 children ranging in age from infant to preschooler with only 2 staff.
While conducting my inspection I observed staff 2 left the room leave staff 1 with 10 children ranging in age from infant to preschooler.
While conducting my inspection, I observed that neither staff 2 nor 3 knew how many children were in the building.
While conducting my inspection I observed that the first aid kit in the main room did not contain scissors, tweezers, or gauze.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 4-7, did not include a current physical.
During the inspection, it was observed that the has not conducted nor documented their annual emergency drill.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not had their fire system check within the last year.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have the update and required policy changes for shaken baby syndrome. 1. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 2. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-3, did not have their annual fire safety training.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not include their fee on their agreement form.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that children 1-5, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not have a current physical or PPD.
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During the inspection, it was observed that there were missing outlet cover both upstairs and downstairs. The downstair ones were fixed onsite.
During the inspection, it was observed that A&D cream was left out under the changing table accessible to children. The cream was put away while I was onsite.
During the inspection, it was observed that the infant rest equipment was broken.
During the inspection, it was observed that the rest equipment was not labeled.
During the inspection, it was observed that the infant's bottle was not labeled correctly. This was corrected while I was onsite.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not conduct a fire drill since 4/25/2025.
During the inspection, it was observed that the fire extinguisher's inspection had expired.
During the inspection, it was observed that staff 1 was not aware of whom they were responsible for.
While conducting my inspection I observed toxic material under the changing table in the main room. It was removed while I was onsite.
During the inspection, it was observed that the upstairs classroom did not have all the required play equipment.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not have a written feed schedule from their parent.
During my investigation I observed staff 1 came inside and left the other teacher out of ratio.
During my investigation I observed staff 2 go outside and leave three children in the building.
During my investigation I observed the infant bottles were not labeled.
During my walk through I observed that there was no daily logs being complete.
During my walk through I observed that there was no menu posted in the main room.
During my walk through I observed that there was not daily schedule posted in the main room.
During my inspection I observed that staff 1 did not wash her or the child's hands after diapering.
During my inspection I observed that the infant did not have a written feed schedule from the parent.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Shaken baby syndrome sign/symptoms
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, did not have whom the child may be released to.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 3, did not have an emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, 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 1, 2, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, did not have the address for whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, 3, did not have completed agreement forms.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical. al well as signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, did not have all the required signature on their emergency.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, 3, did not have an agreement form.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have include acceptable verification of experience.
During the initial inspection on 08/28/23, Cert Rep observed peeled paint on the wall in the Dramatic Play Area on the 1st floor.
During the initial inspection on 08/28/23, Cert Rep observed the outdoor play kitchen, push car, and wagon as dirty.
During the initial inspection on 08/28/23, Cert Rep did not observe a completed health assessment in the file of staff person #1.
During the initial inspection on 08/28/23, Cert Rep did not observe verification on file that copy of emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.
During the initial inspection on 08/28/23, Cert Rep did not observe verification of completed fire safety trainings in staff persons #1 and #2 staff files.
“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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $59.58 | $49.88 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $59.58 | $49.88 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $56.26 | $46.28 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $52.95 | $42.83 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $49.93 | $40.07 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $40.14 | $34.88 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $40.14 | $34.88 |
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 Divine Academy Center 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 Jan 23, 2026 (staff ratios): “While conducting my inspection I observed that the main room had 9 children ranging in age from infant to preschooler with only 2 staff.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Divine Academy Center LLC?
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 Divine Academy Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Mar 10, 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 Divine Academy Center LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,020 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Divine Academy Center LLC last inspected?
Jan 23, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Divine Academy Center LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $59.58 for newborn, $59.58 for infant, $56.26 for young toddler, $52.95 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Divine Academy Center LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Divine Academy Center 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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