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Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19141

little monstas learning academy

4907 Old York Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19141 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 1

little monstas learning academy is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 17 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 79 violations, 8 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (21 of 79). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,144 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 95% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 95% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #1,144 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
8 Core-safety citations
71 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
79 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Nov 24, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Nov 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 7, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 30, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 12, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 7, 2023 · 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 21
Emergency preparedness 14
Training & qualifications 13
Building & playground safety 11
Health & medication 8
Transportation 4
Staff ratios 3
Supervision 3
Background checks 2

Citations, newest first

Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On November 24, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of being trained in the facility's emergency plan
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2025): “1. All staff will receive immediate emergency plan training within 48 hours 2. Each staff member will sign a training acknowledgement for the same day 3. No staff will work without completed emergency plan training on file”
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
On November 24, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of Pediatric First Aid/CPR, the training on file was for Basic First Aid
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2025): “1. All staff will complete Pediatric First Aid/CPR training within 7 days 2. No staff will work alone with children until certified 3. Director will verify all files once trainings are done.”
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On November 24, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of fire safety training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2025): “Have the two staff members take fire safety within the next 24 hours Return back to work once completed Send staff the link to take fire safety training”
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
On November 24, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of staff evaluation
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2025): “Staff #2 and Staff #3 will receive completed written evaluations within 48 hours Signed evaluations will be placed in each staff file immediately”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On November 21, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of being trained in the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 9, 2024): “Provider will train staff # 1, # 2, and # 3 on the facility's emergency plan and verification will be placed in staff files.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On November 21, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #3 did not contain evidence of an updated health assessment, the health assessment on file was dated 7/20/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 9, 2024): “Provider will obtain an updated health assessment for child # 3.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On November 21, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #2 did not contain evidence of health and safety training update.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 9, 2024): “Provide will obtain verification that staff person # 1 completed the required 1-hour health and safety update.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On November 21, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 9, 2024): “Provider will have staff person # 1, and # 3 complete fire safety training.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On November 21, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of Child #1 did not contain evidence of health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 9, 2024): “Provider will have the emergency contact form for child # 1 to include the child's health insurance policy number.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
On November 21, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact form and fee agreement of Child #2 and Child #3 did not contain evidence of being updated at least once in a 6 month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 9, 2024): “Provider will obtain an updated emergency contact form for child # 2 and # 3”
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Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
On November 21, 2024 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #3 did not contain evidence of at least 12 clock hours of childcare training, the file contained 8 clock hours.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 9, 2024): “Provider will have staff # 3 complete hours of childcare training.”
Follow-up Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include PA state police, out of state criminal history, child abuse, and sex offender registry checks required under the CPSL. This is continued noncompliance from unannounced inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2024): “Staff person 1 will not return until required clearances under the CPSL is provided.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Counted in staff:child ratio /Counted for capacity 55 Pa. Code §3270.53(a)/3270.53(b)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/07/24, cert rep observed a child of a staff member was not included in the staff:child ratio.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “Child was assigned to a care group.”
Follow-up Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
In review of facility's emergency plan, operator failed to provide parents with a letter explaining the emergency procedures. This is continued noncompliance from unannounced inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “A letter explaining the emergency procedures will be provided to parents.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/07/24, cert rep observed cleaning materials under the sink in the children's bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Cleaning material will be moved and placed in area not accessible by children.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/07/24, cert rep observed the water temperature in the facility's bathroom exceeded 110° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “Water temperature will be adjusted.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/07/24, cert rep observed first-aid kits located in the main child care space and indoor play space failed to contained tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “Tweezers was placed in first-aid kit.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/07/24, cert rep observed a playpen/bassinet in the infant room was damaged with holes and tears.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Playpen will be removed from facility.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/07/24, cert rep observed rest equipment used by children failed to be labeled with child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Rest equipment will be labeled with each child's name.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/07/24, cert rep observed medication being administered to a child at the facility, failed to include a medication log.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Parent will complete a medication log.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
In review of emergency plan documents, facility failed to have conducted an annual drill on the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Facility will conduct an emergency drill.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
In review of children's files, child 1, enrolled more than 60 days, file failed to contain an initial child health report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Child 1's parent will provide an initial child health report.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
In review of fire safety documents, staff person 2 failed to have completed annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Staff person 1 completed fire safety training on 01/14/24.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
In review of children's files, child 2, enrolled 6 months or more, failed to have a service report proving information about the child's growth and development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “A child service report will be completed for child 2.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/07/24, cert rep observed child of a staff failed to have their emergency contact information present in the childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Emergency contact information will be placed in childcare space.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
In review of children's files, child 2 emergency contact and fee agreement failed to be updated by parent/guardian within six months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Child's 2 emergency contact and fee agreement will be updated by parent.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
In review of children's files, a child of a staff member failed to have a record on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “All enrolled children will have a record on file.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
In review of staff files, staff person 2, an AGS, file failed to include acceptable proof of education to determine qualifications.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Staff person 2 will provide transcripts.”
Citation Feb 7, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
In review of staff files, staff person 2 failed to have completed 12 hours of annual professional development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Staff person 2 will complete annual PD training hours.”
Follow-up Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, cert rep observed staff persons 2 and 3 working unsupervised without having completed pre-service training in Health and Safety topics. Staff person 2 and 3 had only completed the 1-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022. This is continued noncompliance from renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Staff persons 2 and 3 will not work unsupervised until preservice training in health and safety topics, including mandated reporter training, is completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/Director qualifications 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.34(b)
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, staff files reviewed, staff person 1 file failed to include PA state police, out of state criminal history, child abuse, and sex offender registry checks and signed disclosure statement required under the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “Staff person 1 will not return until required clearances under the CPSL is provided.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, cert rep observed staff not properly supervising children. Cert rep observed a child leaving out of 1 childcare space and entering another childcare space without proper transferring of care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “Children will be supervised at all times. Staff will receive additional supervision training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, in review of emergency plan documents, facility's emergency plan failed to include statement regarding continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Emergency plan will be updated to include a statement addressing continuity of operation.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
In review of facility's emergency plan at follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, emergency plan failed to provide a method of contacting parents at the beginning and end of emergency with instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “The facility's emergency plan will be updated to provide a method of contacting parents at the beginning and end of emergency.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)
Staff persons had not been trained on the facility's emergency plan at the time of the follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23. This is continued noncompliance from renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Staff will receive emergency plan training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
In review of facility's emergency plan at follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, operator failed to provide parents with a letter explaining the emergency procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “A letter explaining the emergency procedures will be provided to parents.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, staff files reviewed, staff person 1 file failed to include a health assessment. This is continued noncompliance from renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Staff person 1 will provide required health assessments.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, staff files reviewed, staff person 1 file failed to include TB results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “Staff person 1 will provide TB results.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Age appropriate restraints 55 Pa. Code §3270.175(a)
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, cert rep observed children under the age of 7 being transported in a vehicle without required car seats and booster seats for each child as stated in 75 Pa.C.S. §4581 (relating to restraint systems).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Children 7 years of age or younger will not be transported without the required car seats and booster seats.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
In review of facility's emergency plan at follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, emergency plan failed to provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “The facility's emergency plan will be updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
In review of facility's emergency plan at follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, emergency plan failed to address where staff and children will shelter in place at the facility and lock-down procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “The facility's emergency plan will be updated to address where staff and children will shelter in place at the facility and lock-down procedures.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
In review of emergency plan documents, facility failed to have verification that a copy of plan was sent to the local municipality and the county's emergency management agency. This is continued noncompliance from renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “A copy of emergency plan will be sent to the county's municipality and emergency management agency.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)
In review of facility's health and safety documents at follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, staff persons 2 and 3 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: health and safety topics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Staff persons 2 and 3 will not work unsupervised until preservice training in health and safety topics is completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities/Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)/3270.34(c)
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, the director was not present and cert rep was informed by LE that the director's schedule varies from week to week. This is continued noncompliance from renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “The operator will provide cert rep with the director's schedule. Director will be present on site for 30 hours per week.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, staff files reviewed, staff persons 2 and 3 file failed to include verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children. This is continued noncompliance from renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Staff persons 2 and 3 will provide childcare verification.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space/Excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)/3270.124(d)
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, cert rep observed children receiving care failed to have their emergency contact information present in the childcare space and emergency contact information for children on an excursion. This is continued noncompliance from renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Emergency contact information will be placed in each childcare space and when children are on walking or riding excursions, emergency contact information will be present.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, cert rep observed staff who was away on an excursion, failed to have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions, accompany staff on an excursion with children. This is continued noncompliance from renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions will accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Director qualifications 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)/3270.34(b)
During follow-up inspection on Wednesday, 08/30/23, health and safety documents reviewed, staff person 1 had not completed the following required pre-service training: health and safety topics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Staff person 1 will complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10).”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed staff persons 3 and 4, hired less than 90 days, working unsupervised without having completed pre-service training in Health and Safety topics including mandated reporter training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Staff persons 3 and 4 will not work unsupervised until preservice training in health and safety topics, including mandated reporter training, is completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
In review of staff files, staff person 3, employed more than 45 days, file failed to include PA state police clearance and NSOR certificate and staff person 4, employed more than 45 days, file failed to include NSOR certificate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Staff persons 3 and 4 will not return to the facility until required CPSL clearances are received.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Two facility persons present in facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(a)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed 1 staff person present in the facility with 4 children. A second staff person was away from the facility on an excursion with other enrolled children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “There will be 2 staff present when 2 or more children are in care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Two facility persons on excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(b)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed 1 staff person with 4 children on an excursion away from the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “There will be 2 staff present when children are on an excursion away from the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed a staff member caring for 4 young toddlers, leave 2 of those children, who were asleep, alone in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Children will be supervised at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)
At the time of the renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, operator failed to provide cert rep with the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “The facility will have an emergency plan that addresses, shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises, a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)
Staff person 1 had not been trained on the facility's emergency plan at the time of the renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Staff person 1 will receive emergency plan training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed the facility failed to have the emergency plan posted in an area accessible to parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “The facility's emergency plan will be posted at facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed first-aid kits located in the infant room and the main childcare space failed to include soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Soap will be placed in first-aid kit.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions/Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)/3270.178
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed staff failed to have a first-aid kit while on an excursion away from the facility. A first-aid kit also failed to be in the facility's vehicle while children were being transported.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “A first-ai kit will accompany staff and children on excursions and a first-aid kit will be in the vehicle when children are transported.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed facility failed to have written hand washing signs posted in bathrooms, kitchen and sink/diapering area in the infant room, addressing when a staff person and child must wash their hands.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “A hand washing sign will be posted in the bathroom, sinks in the kitchen and in the infant room changing area.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate/2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)/3270.106(f)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed pack and plays in the infant room failed to have 2 feet of space on 3 sides while in use and rest equipment in the facility failed to be labeled with child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Pack and plays will be adjusted in the infant room to create 2 feet of space on 3 sides when in use and rest equipment will be labeled with each child's name.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No styrofoam 55 Pa. Code §3270.108(c)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed meals being served on Styrofoam products.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Styrofoam cups, plates and bowels will no longer be used to serve meals.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
In review of staff files, staff persons 1, 2, 3 and 4 file failed to include a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Staff persons 1, 2, 3 and 4 will provide required health assessments.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(b)/3270.171(c)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed facility failed to have safe routes notification posted at facility in an area accessible to parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Safe routes notice will be posted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Written parental consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.172(a)
In review of children's files, children who were transported in the facility's vehicle, files failed to contain parent's signed written consent for transportation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Signed consent for transportation will be obtained from each enrolling parent/guardian.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9)
In review of fire safety documents, facility failed to have conducted a fire drill within 60 days and maintain a written record of drills.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “A fire drill will be conducted and documented on file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
In review of emergency plan documents, facility failed to have verification that a copy of plan was sent to the local municipality and the county's emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “A copy of emergency plan will be sent to the county's municipality and emergency management agency.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
In review of child's files, children enrolled more than 60 days, file failed to have an initial health report. Files only contained an immunization record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Parents/guarding will provide an initial health report for each child enrolled more than 60 days.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
In review of required documents, facility failed to notify local traffic authorities in writing of the location of the facility, pedestrian and vehicular routes near the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Traffic notification will be written, and a copy will be forwarded to local traffic authorities and notification will be posted at facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
In review of health and safety documentation, facility failed to have a policy addressing signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “A written policy addressing shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment will be implemented.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
At the time of the renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, the director was not present and cert rep was informed by LE that the director is not employed 30 hours a week. The director is employed a total of 10 hours a week, Mondays-Tuesdays from 9am-2pm.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “The director wil be present on site for 30 hours per week.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
In review of staff files, staff person 2 file failed to include verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children. Staff persons 3 and 4 file failed to include proof of education and verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Staff persons 2, 3 and 4 will provide education and childcare verification.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed facility failed to have a written daily schedule outlining daily activities and routines. Plan failed to be posted in each childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Written plan of daily activities and routines will be developed and posted in each childcare space.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
In review of children's files, file failed to include a copy of the agreement between the enrolling parent/guarding and the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “An agreement will be completed with each parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed facility failed to have emergency contact information for children receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Emergency contact information will be completed for each enrolled child.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
In review of children's files, file failed to contain parent's signed consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Emergency contact will include enrolling parent/guardian's signed consent for emergency medical care and placed in child's file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed children receiving care failed to have their emergency contact information present in the childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Emergency contact information will be placed in childcare space.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(d)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed facility failed to have emergency contact information for children on an excursion.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “When children are on walking or riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child, will be present on excursion.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed facility failed to have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions, posted in the infant room and accompany a staff person who was away on an excursion with children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions will be posted in in each childcare space and accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
In review of children's files, file failed to contain parent's signed written consent for administration of minor first-aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Enrolling parent/guardian's signed consent for administration of minor first-aid will be documented on emergency contact and placed in child's file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
In review of children's files, files failed to contain parent's signed written consent for transportation and walking excursions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Enrolling parent/guardian's signed consent for transportation and walking excursions will be documented on emergency contact and placed in child's file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep was unable to review the director's file as it was not present at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “The director's record will be on file at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
In review of staff files, staff persons 2, 3 and 4 file failed to include two written non-family letters.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Staff persons 2, 3 and 4 will provide two written, non-family references.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/12/23, cert rep observed facility failed to have current certificate of compliance posted in area accessible to parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “The facility's current certificate of compliance will be posted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
During the initial inspection the certification rep. conducted a facility walk through and observed the infant space and indoor play space did not have a first aid kid ready and available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “The provider stated that a first aid kit will be placed in each childcare space in the facility.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the initial inspection the certification rep conducted a facility walk through and observed peeling paint throughout the facility and one damage wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “Provider will conduct a facility walk through and re paint areas that need to be painted and patch up hole in wall.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.95(b)
During the initial inspection the certification rep requested the provider to test the fire detection system. The provider was unable to pull alarm in test mode and was unable to provide the rep with the updated document of the last time the fire detection system was tested.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2023): “The provider will notify the landlord that the fire detection system needs an updated test to ensure the system is working properly.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During the initial inspection the provider was unable to provide the certification rep with an updated record that states the fire detection system has been tested annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2023): “The provider will notify the landlord that the fire detection system needs an updated test to ensure the system is working properly.”

“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

Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade Oct 31, 2023
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate

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) $67.83 $55.72
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $67.83 $55.72
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $63.49 $52.27
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $59.54 $49.58
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $56.23 $46.90
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $48.00 $39.36
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $48.00 $39.36

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 17 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Feb 10, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Mar 13, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator philecha johnson
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 297-7171
State certificate # CER-00249572
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Common questions

Has little monstas learning academy had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 8 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 Feb 7, 2024 (staff ratios): “During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 02/07/24, cert rep observed a child of a staff member was not included in the staff:child ratio.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about little monstas learning academy?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at little monstas 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 little monstas learning academy’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Mar 13, 2024. 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 little monstas learning academy compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,144 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 95% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was little monstas learning academy last inspected?

Nov 24, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does little monstas learning academy cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $67.83 for newborn, $67.83 for infant, $63.49 for young toddler, $59.54 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs little monstas learning academy?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is philecha johnson.

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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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