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Irene A Oakley Champion Learning Center

3509 Old York Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19140 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 4

Irene A Oakley Champion Learning Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 85 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 35 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (14 of 35). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #848 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 65% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #848 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
2 Core-safety citations
33 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
35 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected May 27, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 27, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Apr 2, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 4, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 1, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 14
Building & playground safety 9
Training & qualifications 7
Health & medication 2
Staff ratios 1
Background checks 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During renewal inspection certification rep observed two classrooms out of ratio. Staff in Bubble Guppies had 12 children by themselves and the staff in Shining Stars had 12 children by themselves. Age of the youngest child in each room was 3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2025): “That morning, I had an employee call out with a medical emergency. I was the coverage for that class with the head teacher (Shining Stars). After the inspection, two children were removed from the Bubble Guppies class, reducing their count to 10. The other two children were transferred back to…”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the water temperature in Little Explorers. The water temperature was 114° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “On 4-2-25 in the afternoon, a correction was made. The sink is portable with two large containers filled daily. Maintenance was instructed to replace the water with cold water daily. A warming pump is designed to start automatically when hot water is selected.”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
During renewal inspection certification rep checked fire extinguishers. Last date fire extinguishers were inspected was 10/2023. Last fire inspection at the facility was 10/2023. Fire alarm was not tested every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2025): “Called Schweizer fire company on 4-2-25. I informed the staff of the necessity to conduct fire alarm testing on a monthly basis.”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 3 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2025): “The team responsible for the accuracy of the files have been made aware of the errors. Corrections have been made. Fee agreement updated.”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2025): “The error was brought to those responsible for the accuracy of all files and corrections were made. Release person added to fee agreement.”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 2 and 3 were missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2025): “The team responsible for the accuracy of the files have been made aware of the errors. Corrections have been made, and missing information was added.”
Citation Apr 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 3 was missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2025): “The team responsible for the accuracy of the files have been made aware of the errors. Corrections have been made. Address of release person added to emergency contact”
Core safety Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 has state police criminal clearance on file but it has pending status.During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing witness signature on the disclosure statement. Staff 9 was missing disclosure statement. Staff 9 was missing mandated reporter training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Correction was sent via email and made for all of the above violations noted. the original disclosures was sent for facility person 1 and criminal background was sent on 3-6-24 via email by my assistant. Facility person 9 does not have contact with children however, has been cleared to work in the…”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2,3,4,5,6,8 and 9 were missing emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Training was done February 26,2024, however the sign in sheet was located in the room of training. Please note correction was made and sent via email on 3-6-24.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed diaper cream (A&D) accessible to children in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “The cream has been removed to a shelf out of reach until the original key is located or lock replaced.”
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Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in Preschool 1, Preschool 2 and Plaster in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Correction was made the next however pictures are just being sent.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed missing handwashing signs above the toilets in preschool 2
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Signs were posted as shown in the previous picture sent above the sink, towel dispenser and soap the area was not without signs.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.192(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 6 physical on file was dated 1-18-22. Physical for staff 8 was dated 9-8-21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Employees Physician was contacted in time for a timely appointment however, was unable to be accommodated. Updated form was forward via email on 3/21/24”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2,3,4,5 and 8 were missing fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Staff was instructed to print the certificate from their PD registry. Although facility person 1 was forwarded on 3-6-24. The remaining certs are attached.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2,3,4,6,7 and 8 were missing annual evaluations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Performance reviews were available the day of inspection however, Ms.Valera stated that she asked for them however, I do not recall this request. The performance reviews were on my desk in a folder. I am not sure were the miscommunication comes in but they were available.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Child 1, 2 and 3 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Correction of all forms has been made, see attached”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1,2,3 and 4
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Fee agreement correction was made to the files noted in violation.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 2 and 3 were missing CSR's (child service report)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Correction/ CSR was sent via email on 3/6/24 for child 2 and 3”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 and 2 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 5, 2024): “Fee agreement corrections was made to the files noted in violation of missing information. the remaining files has also been examined for accuracy.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1,2,3 and 4 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 5, 2024): “Fee agreement corrections was made to the files noted regarding dates of enrollment the remaining files has also been checked,”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1,2 and 4 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Missing information was obtained to complete the forms mentioned,”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 3 was missing health insurance coverage.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Name of insured added policy number was noted”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 2 was missing signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Parent was contacted and missing information was added.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Experience for staff 8 needs to be verified.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Verification was moved from old file and transferred to her updated file (attached) in childcare since 2000.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing 6.5 annual training hours,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Printed the remaining training that were already taken and were not printed as I was verifying my staff. Please note correction was made and sent via email on 3-6-24.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At time of renewal inspection, chipped yellow paint was observed on the wall by the exit door and the blue sofa.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2023): “The maintenance person will be contacted to paint the wall so there are no areas of chipped paint.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
At time of renewal inspection, the file for child #1 had a health assessment dated 9/19/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “The parent has a health appointment scheduled for child #1 and will provide an updated health report and immunization schedule.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At time of renewal inspection, staff person #1 did not have documentation of completing the required 1-hour health and safety training update by 12/30/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2023): “Staff person #1 will complete the 1-hour health and safety update. Documentation of completion will be placed in the staff file.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
At time of renewal inspection, the file for facility person #3 did not include documentation of completing mandated reporter training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 29, 2023): “Staff person #3 does not work directly with the children and will complete mandated reporter training. Documentation of completion will be placed in the file.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At time of renewal inspection, the file for staff person #4, identified as an aide, did not include any documentation of education to qualify for the position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2023): “Staff person #4 will be notified to provide a high school diploma, or college transcripts to qualify for an aide position at the facility.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At time of renewal inspection, staff person #2 did not have documentation of receiving a written staff evaluation within the past 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 29, 2023): “The director will complete a written staff evaluation for staff person #2, and documentation will be placed in the staff file.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At time of renewal inspection, the file for staff person #4 did not include two written, non-family references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2023): “Staff person #4 will be notified to provide two references for the staff file.”
Citation Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, CLOROX WIPES WERE OBSERVED UNDER THE SINK IN THE PRE-SCHOOL ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN. DIAPER CREAM WAS OBSERVED UNDER THE CHANGING TABLE IN THE TODDLER ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2022): “THE CLOROX WIPES AND DIAPER CREAMS WERE MOVED DURING THE INSPECTION AND RELOCATED TO AN AREA THAT IS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.”
Citation Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE REQUIRED EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER WERE NOT POSTED BY THE PHONE IN THE INFANT/TODDLER ROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2022): “DURING THE INSPECTION, THE EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER WERE POSTED ON THE PHONE IN THE TODDLER ROOM.”
Citation Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, PLASTIC BAGS WERE OBSERVED UNDER THE SINK IN THE INFANT/TODDLER ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2022): “DURING THE INSPECTION THE PLASTC BAGS WERE MOVED TO AN AREA WHERE THE CHILDREN COULD NOT REACH THEM.”

“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) $68.52 $54.86
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $68.52 $54.86
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $64.70 $50.90
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $60.90 $47.11
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $57.42 $44.07
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $43.40 $38.36
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $43.40 $38.36

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

Capacity 85 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 5, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since May 15, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Voice Community Eco Devel Corp
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 229-2870
State certificate # CER-00256573
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Common questions

Has Irene A Oakley Champion Learning Center 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 Apr 2, 2025 (staff ratios): “During renewal inspection certification rep observed two classrooms out of ratio. Staff in Bubble Guppies had 12 children by themselves and the staff in Shining Stars had 12 children by themselves. Age of the youngest…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Irene A Oakley Champion Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Irene A Oakley Champion Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Irene A Oakley Champion Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective May 15, 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 Irene A Oakley Champion Learning Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #848 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Irene A Oakley Champion Learning Center last inspected?

May 27, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Irene A Oakley Champion Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $68.52 for newborn, $68.52 for infant, $64.70 for young toddler, $60.90 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Irene A Oakley Champion Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Voice Community Eco Devel Corp.

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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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