Kay Care Learning Academy
Kay Care Learning Academy is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 70 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 22 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (6 of 22). 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 #775 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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At the time of the inspection the following CPSL violations were observed: the record of staff person #4 was lacking a current compete and valid PA State police clearance, and the record of staff person #5 was lacking An acceptable FBI clearance.
At the time of the inspection (10:00 AM) the Surface of the outdoor play space had trash spread about upon it.
At the time of the inspection there were several areas of peeling paint on the first floor of the facility in the child care space.
At the time of the inspection the record of the following staff persons were lacking current valid health assessments: Staff person #1 and staff person #4
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person # 4 (first date of providing care 8/25/25) did not contain the required health and safety training.
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #4 was lacking the proof of education and experience to qulaify them for the position they were identified to be serving at the facility.
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 had both emergency contact information and the financial agreement which had not been review and updated by parents in over 6 months' time.
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 had a total of 10 clock hours of child care training for the current 12-month cycle.
The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): One staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#3- STATE POLICE- indicated a record and the rap sheet was not attached)
The facility's emergency plan did not include a statement about the continuity of operations emergency preparedness and response planning as outlined in 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii), including the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.
Several staff person's records did not include written verification that the emergency plan training was completed at the time of initial employment. (#1, #2, #3, #4 and #5)
The letter given to parents regarding the emergency plan did not explain the emergency procedure for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions as required in 3270.27 subsection a.
One child has been enrolled for more than 60 days and their record did not include written verification of current up-to-date immunizations. (child #5)
Safe routes, including safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes were not appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility, communicated to the children and parents in writing and posted.
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for shelter of children during an emergency including shelter in place at the facility.
One child has been enrolled in the facility for more than 60 days and their record did not include a health report in accordance with this regulation.
Written parental information to be given to parents at the time of enrollment did not include the facility's policies on supervision in accordance with 55 PA Code 3270 regulations related to supervision of children.
One child's record contained agreements that did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. (child #4)
One child's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number information. (child #4)
Several children's records did not contain written verification of signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission. (#1, #2, #3, #4 and #5)
The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted at a conspicuous location used by parents.
“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.
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) | $69.00 | $55.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $69.00 | $55.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $65.00 | $53.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $61.00 | $46.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $61.00 | $47.00 |
| 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 Kay Care 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 May 27, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of the inspection the following CPSL violations were observed: the record of staff person #4 was lacking a current compete and valid PA State police clearance, and the record of staff person #5 was lacking…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Kay Care Learning Academy?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Kay Care 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 Kay Care Learning Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jul 18, 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 Kay Care Learning Academy compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #775 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Kay Care Learning Academy last inspected?
May 27, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Kay Care Learning Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $69.00 for newborn, $69.00 for infant, $65.00 for young toddler, $61.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Kay Care Learning Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kay Care Learning Academy.
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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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