I Have A Dream Early Learning Academy
I Have A Dream Early Learning Academy is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 108 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 38 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 38). 8 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. 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 55% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 9/10/26, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff person # 1 file did not include a NSOR clearance. Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff person # 1 file did not contain verification of emergency plan training.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/2026. Staff member # 1 file did not contain a fire safety certificate.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/2026, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff person # 2 has employed for more than 90 days and has not completed preservice training, including Part 2 of health and safety training.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/2026, 3 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form that did not address the section relating to the child's disability.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/9/2026, 3 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the address of the person designated by the parent as a release person.
During an unannounced monitoring visit conducted on 10/21/2025, the outdoor play equipment was in the following condition: There was a small tree growing through the caterpillar tunnel The climbing wall section of the playground equipment has not sturdy and was moved easily
During an unannounced monitoring visit conducted on 10/21/2025, the playground protective surface, which was mulch, was covered over by grass. It was unknown how much of the loose fill was intact. The climbing wall was not anchored firmly.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2025, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff person # 1 file did not contain a valid DHS FBI clearance. The DHS FBI clearance on file valid period was 1/10/2020- 1/10/2025. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2025, Certification Representative observed loose spindles in the outdoor ramp that is used by children and staff persons.
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During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2025, Certification Representative observed that the outdoor play space loose fill needed to be replenished. There was a 1.5 inches of loose fill in the out door play space.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2025, 5 child files were reviewed. Child #5 file contained an emergency contact form that did not include the telephone number of the child's source of medical care.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2025, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 4 files contained emergency contact form did not include the enrolling parent's work contact information.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2025, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not include the child's health insurance policy number.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2025, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the address of the person designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2025. 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 3 and 5 files contained emergency contact forms that did not address the section requesting parental consent for swimming and wading.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/18/2024, Certification Representative observed a space heater in the pre-school class room.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/18/2024, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 file did not contain verification of work experience prior to starting work at the facility.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/18/2024, 4 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained a fee agreement that did not list the person designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/18/2024, 4 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 3 files contained emergency contact forms that did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/18/2024, 4 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2 and 3 files contained emergency contact forms that did not address parental consent for swimming and wading.
During the renewal inspection written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
During the renewal inspection the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
During the renewal inspection a copy of the emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
During the renewal inspection child #1 did not have an initial health report within 60 days on file.
During the renewal inspection staff #1 and 2 did not have Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 on file.
During the renewal inspection the emergency contact for child #2 did not include the physicians name in the file.
During the renewal inspection the emergency contact for child #1 and 2 did not include the parents work address and phone number on file.
During the renewal inspection the emergency contact for child #2 did not include the release persons address on file.
During the renewal inspection the certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location at the child care facility.
During the initial inspection the emergency plan did not cover all topics of the emergency plan.
During the initial inspection the electrical outlets in both basement classrooms were not covered with protective receptacle covers.
During the initial inspection classroom #110 did not have a first-aid kit. Classroom #111 did not have tweezers in the first-aid kit. Classroom #108 did not have tape in the first-aid kit.
During the initial inspection all classrooms and outdoor space need to be cleaned. There was dust and dirt on the toys, furniture, window seals and surfaces in the classrooms and outdoor equipment.
During the initial inspection the some of the lights in the basement classrooms and the downstairs bathroom were not working.
During the initial inspection one of the trash cans in the basement bathrooms did not have a lid.
During the initial inspection in both basement classrooms did not have any play equipment and materials appropriate to the development needs of the children.
During the initial inspection the refrigerator in the kitchen did not have a thermometer.
“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.) | $95.00 | $90.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $90.00 | $85.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $85.00 | $80.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $80.00 | $75.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $40.00 | $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 I Have A Dream Early Learning Academy had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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, 2026 (background checks): “During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 9/10/26, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff person # 1 file did not include a NSOR clearance. Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about I Have A Dream Early Learning Academy?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at I Have A Dream Early Learning Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is I Have A Dream Early Learning Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Mar 21, 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 I Have A Dream Early Learning Academy 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 55% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was I Have A Dream Early Learning Academy last inspected?
Sep 10, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does I Have A Dream Early Learning Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $95.00 for infant, $90.00 for young toddler, $85.00 for older toddler, $80.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs I Have A Dream Early Learning Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Destinys Management Group.
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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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