Exceptional Learning Academy II
Exceptional Learning Academy II is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 39 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 11 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (4 of 11). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #283 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
Every state visit
What inspectors cited most
Citations, newest first
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/13/2025, 5 staff files were reviewed. Staff person # 1 file did not contain the results of a TB test given at initial employment.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/13/2025, 5 staff files were reviewed. Facility person # 3 file did contain 2 written references.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/28/2023, Certification Representative reviewed the facility's emergency plan. The current plan was updated on 9/26/2022.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/28/2023, 8 child files were reviewed. Child # 4 file contained a fee agreement that did not specify the child's admission date.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/28/2023, 8 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 2 file contained emergency contact forms that the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 11/28/2023, 8 child files were reviewed. Child # 1, 2, 3 and 4 files contained an emergency contact form that did not enrolling parents work contact information.
THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #1 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT INCLUDE A COPY OF THE OUT OF STATE CLEARANCE HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UNDER CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #2 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT INCLUDE A COPY OF THE OUT OF STATE CLEARANCE HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UNDER CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #5 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT INCLUDE A REQUEST FOR FBI OR CRIMINAL CLEARANCE HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UNDER CPSL.
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE INFANT ROOM AND BATHROOM NOT IN GOOD REPAIR.
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED PEELED PAINT IN THE PRE-K, TOODLER, INFANT ROOMS AND IN THE HALLWAY ON THE FIRST FLOOR.
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, STAFF PERSONS # 6 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF VALID HEALTH ASSESSMENTS.
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, STAFF PERSONS #1,2,3 AND 4 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
“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) | $70.00 | $60.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $70.00 | $60.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $60.00 | $55.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $55.00 | $50.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $50.00 | $45.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.00 | $40.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.00 | $40.00 |
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 Exceptional Learning Academy II 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 Aug 2, 2022 (background checks): “THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #1 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT INCLUDE A COPY OF THE OUT OF STATE CLEARANCE HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UNDER CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #2 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Exceptional Learning Academy II?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Exceptional Learning Academy II since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Exceptional Learning Academy II’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Nov 27, 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 Exceptional Learning Academy II compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #283 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Exceptional Learning Academy II last inspected?
Nov 13, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Exceptional Learning Academy II cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for newborn, $70.00 for infant, $60.00 for young toddler, $55.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Exceptional Learning Academy II?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Exceptional Learning Academy LLC.
Certified centers nearby
531 S 52nd St, Philadelphia · under 0.1 mi away · 104 spots About typical Roslyns Romper Room
446 S 52nd St, Philadelphia · under 0.1 mi away Among the most cited Kiddie City III Daycare
556 S 52nd St, Philadelphia · under 0.1 mi away · 18 spots About typical Mastermind Before & After Care LLC
400 S 52nd St, Philadelphia · 0.1 mi away Too few inspections to compare Childessentials Care of West Philly
5255 Spruce St, Philadelphia · 0.2 mi away · 14 spots Among the most cited Momsters Learning Center
5212 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia · 0.3 mi away · 47 spots Among the most cited
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.
Comparing centers? See how to choose a daycare: 30 questions to ask and a printable checklist.
Concerned about this center? See how to report a daycare: which state line to call, what to write down and what happens next.