Early Learning Childrens Academy · Bensalem
Early Learning Childrens Academy is a certified child care center in Bensalem, PA, with capacity for 132 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 23 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 23). 6 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #15 of 17 centers in Bensalem and has fewer citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At time of unannounced inspection on 7/8/26, the sink in the school age classroom was not securely attached to the wall and this could be a hazard if a child leans with force on the sink.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/12/26, a Kalanchoe plant was observed on the window ledge in the older toddler 2 room
At time of renewal inspection on 2/12/26, the trash can located in the Pre-K 2 room was not lidded.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/12/26, the health report for child #2 and #4 (both children are pre-school age or under) had health reports labeled for a school age child and the report did not include statements from the physician if the child is able to participate in care and free from communicable diseases, and that the child has received all age appropriate screenings recommended by the AAP.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/12/26, the agreement for child #4 did not include the arrival and departure times for the child.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/12/26, the emergency information for child #1 did not include the addresses of the persons to whom the child may be released, the information for child #3 did not include the addresses and phone numbers for the persons to whom the child may be released, and the information for child #5 did not include the phone numbers for all the release persons.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during staff file review, the file for staff person #2 and #6 did not include the /required CPSL clearances for employment. The file for staff person #2 had a volunteer PA Criminal Clearance dated 7/16/24, and the file for staff person #6 had a volunteer Child Abuse Clearance dated 7/23/24.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during facility walkthrough, an unused computer/phone port that was not in use was observed in the PK room and was accessible to children.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during facility walkthrough, chipped green paint was observed in the Pre-K room, chipped green and tan paint was observed in the Older Toddler room, chipped paint was observed in the Older Toddler bathroom and by the coatrack and kitchen in the Young Pre-School room. The ceiling vent in the Pre-School bathroom was visibly dirty and in need of being clearned.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, exposed bolts were observed on the fence surrounding the outdoor play space.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during staff file review, the health assessment for staff person #1 did not include a date in which the physical was performed.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during staff file review, the file for staff person #3 included a health assessment form in which questions #2 and #3 were not answered by the physician.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during child file review, the emergency information on file for child #1 did not include the phone number for the child's physician.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during child file review, the file for child #2 did not include the address of the persons to whom the child may be released.
At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during staff file review, the file for staff person #4 was missing two references and the file for staff person #5 only had one written reference.
During walkthrough at renewal inspection the following physical items were observed: the bathroom in room #6 had a sink that was in need of new caulk and was not securely attached to the wall. The handicapped rail on the bathroom wall in room #6 had sharp metal edges on both ends of the rail that were accessible to children.
During walkthrough at renewal inspection, chipped paint was observed in the following rooms: In room #4 on the plastic strip covering molding, in room #6 on the wall near the sink, trash can and toilet area.
During walkthrough at renewal inspection rusty caps covering the water line to the toilets were observed in the bathrooms in rooms #3 and #8.
During walkthrough at renewal inspection, mulch from the pre-school play space was scattered all over the toddler play yard, therefore mulch pieces that were less than an inch in diameter were accessible to toddlers while in the outdoor play yard.
During walkthrough at renewal inspection cubbies in the room #6 and #8 were observed to be lightweight and wobbly and were not secured to the wall posing a tipping hazard.
During paperwork review at renewal inspection, the health assessment for staff person #1 was conducted more than 12 months prior to the staff persons start date.
During paperwork review at renewal inspection, the health assessment was for staff person #2 was not completed due to the physician not answering question #3 on the health form.
The facility fire drill did not list the names of the facility persons who participated in the drill.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $77.00 | — |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $77.00 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $74.40 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $72.40 | — |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $68.40 | — |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $68.40 | $42.20 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $68.40 | $42.20 |
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 Early Learning Childrens Academy had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Feb 25, 2025 (background checks): “At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during staff file review, the file for staff person #2 and #6 did not include the /required CPSL clearances for employment. The file for staff person #2 had a volunteer PA…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Early Learning Childrens Academy?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Early Learning Childrens Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Early Learning Childrens Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Feb 26, 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 Early Learning Childrens Academy compare with other daycares in Bensalem?
It is #15 of 17 centers in Bensalem by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Early Learning Childrens Academy last inspected?
Jul 8, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Early Learning Childrens Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $77.00 for newborn, $77.00 for infant, $74.40 for young toddler, $72.40 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Early Learning Childrens Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Jamie Three 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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