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Lil Ummi STEAM Academy

242 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 4

Lil Ummi STEAM Academy is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 16 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 27 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for emergency preparedness (9 of 27). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #609 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 51% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #609 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1 Core-safety citations
26 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
27 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 23, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 23, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Apr 10, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Jul 2, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 9, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Aug 1, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Feb 8, 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

Emergency preparedness 9
Records & paperwork 6
Training & qualifications 5
Health & medication 3
Building & playground safety 2
Transportation 1
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan was not updated to include continuity of operations or specific staff duties per announcement c-22-04, issued 4/19/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will update the emergency plan to include the required updates per announcement c-22-04, issued 4/19/22 to include the continuity of operations and the specific staff and duties assigned.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan did not include a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children when an emergency has ended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will update the emergency plan to include a method for staff to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not have TB results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will obtain tb results for staff #4.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will revise the emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and there was no fire drill log on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will conduct a fire frill and log the required information on the fire drill log to be used to record fire drills.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no documentation to show that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will submit the updated emergency plan to the local municipality/county emergency management agency and keep a record of the submission on file.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no annual written notification to the local traffic safety authorities.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will notify the local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility and keep a copy of the notification that was sent on file.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the files for staff #2 did not obtain the 1 hr health and safety training update
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will have staff 2 take the 1 hr. health and safety training update.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address the strategies for coping with a crying, fussing or distraught child and the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will update their shaken baby/abusive head trauma and child maltreatment policy to ensure that it includes the strategies for coping with a crying, fussing or distraught child and the identification and prevention of child maltreatment.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #1 and staff #3 did not include fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will have staff #1 and staff #3 trained in fire safety training.”
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Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not contain the 10-hr. health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will have staff #1 take the 10 hr health and safety training.”
Citation Jul 2, 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 the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the files for staff #1 and staff #2 did not include employment verification.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will obtain employment verification for staff 1 and, staff #2 that confirms that they have the required amount of experience for their assigned position and put it in their files.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the files of staff #1 did not have the minimum 12 hrs. of annual childcare training that is required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “Provider will have staff # 1 take 12 hrs. of training as required.”
Citation Aug 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Observed chipped paint under tv where wire was hung.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “Provider will fix chipped paint.”
Citation Aug 1, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
Observed cots with faded labels illegible.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “Provider will relabel all cots so that labels are clear and legible.”
Core safety Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT HAVE AN NSOR CLEARANCE ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “Provider will reach out to check on the status of the NSOR clearance.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED ALL FACILITY DOCUMENTS; THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT PROVIDE A METHOD FOR FACILITY PERSON TO CONTACT PARENTS ONCE THE EMERGENCY HAS ENDED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “Provider will update the current emergency plan by added a method for facility persons to contact parents once emergency has ended.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; TELEPHONE NUMBERS OF THE NEAREST HOSPITAL, POLICE DEPARTMENT, FIRE DEPARTMENT, AMBULANCE AND POISON CONTROL CENTER WAS NOT POSTED BY OR ON THE FACILITIES CORDLESS TELEPHONE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “Provider will add emergency numbers to the facilities cordless phone.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(b)/3270.192(3)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT HAVE A HEALTH ASSESSMENT SIGNED BY A PHYSICIAN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “Provider will have staff person get health assessments and bring in signed paperwork. This documentation will be added to the staff file.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED DID NOT PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES OR CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2022): “Provider will add the needed accommodations to their current emergency plan.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THERE WAS NO EMERGENCY DRILL LOG AVAILIBLE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2022): “Provider will create an emergency drill log and conduct an emergency drill in the next few weeks.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED ALL FACILITY DOCUMENTS; THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT PROVIDE A LOCKDOWN PLAN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “Provider will create a lockdown plan and add it to their current emergency plan.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION; THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM FOR CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE THE PHYSICIAN'S ADDRESS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “Provider will have the parent complete the emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION; THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM FOR CHILD #2 DID NOT INCLUDE THE HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “Provider will have parents complete the emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “Provider will have staff person bring in verification of experience documentation to add to the staff file.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO NON FAMILY REFERENCE LETTERS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “Provider will have staff person bring in 2 reference letter and add them to the staff file.”
Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2 AND #3 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ANNUAL TWELVE CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2022): “Provider will have staff complete 6 more training clock hours.”

“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) $90.00 $77.80
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $90.00 $77.80
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $77.80 $75.80
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $75.80 $72.80
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $72.80 $70.80
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $69.80 $69.80
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $69.80 $69.80

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 16 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jul 3, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Mar 5, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Lil Ummi STEAM Academy
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 444-5458
State certificate # CER-00257125
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Common questions

Has Lil Ummi STEAM 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 8, 2022 (background checks): “ON FEBRUARY 8TH 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT HAVE AN NSOR CLEARANCE ON FILE.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Lil Ummi STEAM Academy?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Lil Ummi STEAM Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Lil Ummi STEAM Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Mar 5, 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 Lil Ummi STEAM Academy compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #609 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Lil Ummi STEAM Academy last inspected?

Apr 23, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Lil Ummi STEAM Academy cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $90.00 for newborn, $90.00 for infant, $77.80 for young toddler, $75.80 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Lil Ummi STEAM Academy?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Lil Ummi STEAM 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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