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Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Car

1433 W Erie Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 2

Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Car is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 112 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 35 violations, 8 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (9 of 35). 12 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 #660 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 51% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #660 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
8 Core-safety citations
27 Other citations
9 Inspections
2 Complaint investigations that found violations
35 citations from 11 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 12 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 20, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 20, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Oct 20, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 10, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 20, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 22, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 26, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 6, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 2, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Oct 5, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication 9
Building & playground safety 6
Supervision 5
Training & qualifications 4
Records & paperwork 4
Emergency preparedness 2
Food & feeding 2
Caregiver conduct 2
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, there were 13 children in the Preschool Classroom. Staff Person #2 identified 5 children in their supervisory group, Staff Person #3 identified 6 children in their supervisory group, leaving 2 children unaccounted for.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator will ensure that all staff, including Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3, know the accurate count and names of the children in the entire classroom and not forget any children. The director will periodically check to assure this is maintained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, the most recent review of the Facility's Emergency Plan documented on file was dated 08/06/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator has corrected the required date on the facility's current emergency plan. The operator will be sure to annotate emergency plan as required.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, the file for Staff Person #4 did not contain written verification that the Staff Person was trained in the Facility's Emergency Plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator will assure that all staff have been trained in the facility's Emergency Plan and that it's on file as required. Staff Person #4 is no longer employed with the facility. If ever hired as a Sub Staff again, the operator will be sure to have documented training on file as required.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, the hot water temperature in the bathroom, identified to be used by children measured 112.8° F.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator has adjusted the water temperature to be below 110 degrees and will periodically check to ensure the temperature remains below the requirement.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, the refrigerator located in the Preschool Classroom was observed to have crumbs, sticky residue and spillage along the bottom interior surface.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “The refrigerator will be cleaned daily to ensure that the sticky residue and crumbs etc. are not visible and refrigerator is clean and free of possible hazards.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, the bookcase located in the Preschool Classroom was broken and contained sharp edges.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator will ensure that all equipment is free of hazards, including broken and sharp edges. The operator will periodically check all furniture to ensure it is in good repair. The bookcase was removed from the facility and placed out for trash collection.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, the thermostat located inside the refrigerator in the Younger Toddler Classroom measured the temperature of the refrigerator at 56° F.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator will ensure that all refrigerators, including the toddler room, have a working thermostat and the temperature shall not be above 45 degrees. Working thermostat has been placed in the refrigerator in the toddler room.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, Staff Person #1 did not wash Child #1's hands after being diapered.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator will ensure that all staff will make sure to wash all children's hands before meals and snacks and after toileting. Staff Person #1 will be monitored to ensure compliance at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, the most recent written staff evaluation on file for Staff Person #5 was dated 10/09/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator will assure that all staff have current annual evaluations on file as required, including Staff Person #5. The operator will periodically check files to assure compliance.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, the file for Child #2, admitted to the program on 08/01/2023, did not contain a Child Service Report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator will ensure that all children have a Child Service Report completed every six months, including Child #2. In addition, the Director will make sure that all completed Child Service Reports are placed in the file upon completion.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, the Emergency Contact form on file for Child #1 did not contain the child's health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator will ensure that all emergency contact forms are completed in its entirety, including the health policy number, Child #1's policy number has been annotated by the parent on the emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Oct 20, 2025 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child 55 Pa. Code §3270.20(a)(1)
As a result of the Complaint Investigation beginning on 10/20/2025, it was determined that the Operator failed to notify the appropriate regional office within 24 hours of receiving notification from the parent of Child #1 that the child received emergency medical care treatment following their attendance of the program on 10/10/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “The operator has developed a policy to reiterate the requirement of the facility to notify OCDEL within 24 hours of knowledge that a child has received emergency room treatment. This policy will be perpetual, and all directors and management will adhere to the policy.”
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Core safety Oct 10, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of the Unannounced visit on 10/10/2025, Staff Person #1 was observed working alone and was unable name the children in their assigned supervisory group. Staff Person #2 was observed working alone and was unable name the children in their assigned supervisory group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2025): “All staff will be assigned the responsibility of specific children at all times and know their names, including Staff #2. Staff #1 will no longer be employed. The Director will do an hourly check to ascertain the aforementioned. Children will be supervised at all times. The legal entity will submit…”
Core safety Oct 10, 2025 Inspection Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
At the time of the Unannounced visit conducted on 10/10/2025, Staff Person #3 utilized the highchairs to restrict the movements of Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 by placing them in the highchairs with a video on the laptop in front of them in the Infant Classroom. Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 remained in the highchairs from 2:10pm until 2:53pm.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2025): “The operator has developed a policy that no children are to be placed in a highchair, except at times of meals and snacks being served. The policy will be signed by all staff, including new staff or staff considered subs. The director and or designated person in charge will periodically (during the…”
Citation Aug 20, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/20/2025, the blinds located in the back window of the Preschool Classroom were broken with pointy edges.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 1, 2025): “The operator will purchase new blinds that are in good repair, no pointy edges. The operator will periodically check all blinds, including blinds in the pre-school classroom.”
Citation Aug 20, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/20/2025, Staff Person #1 did not wash Child#1's hands after being diapered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 1, 2025): “The operator will have all staff trained in the importance and requirement to wash all children and staff hands after diapering, toileting and or eating. All staff will sign document to verify training. The operator will ensure that all staff and children wash their hands before and after…”
Citation Aug 20, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/20/2025, Staff Person #1 did not clean the changing station after diapering Child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 1, 2025): “The operator will ensure that all staff are trained, including Staff Person #1, on the requirement to clean all surfaces after use, including the diapering area, pads and surfaces. The operator will periodically check diapering changes to assure compliance.”
Citation Aug 20, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/20/2025, Staff Person #1 did not wash their hands after diapering Child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 1, 2025): “The operator will have all staff trained in the importance and requirement to wash Staff hands after diapering, toileting and or eating. All staff will sign document to verify training. The operator will assure that all staff and children wash their hands before and after toileting, including…”
Citation Aug 20, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/20/2025, the pull station of the fire detection system located on the lower level of the facility was not operable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 1, 2025): “The operator will have a Fire Detection Alarms Systems technician complete an annual inspection of the fire alarms detection system to assure proper operation of the system. This will be checked periodically by the operator and the alarms systems technician.”
Citation Aug 20, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/20/2025, the file for Child #1 enrolled 03/18/2025 and the file for Child #2 enrolled 11/06/2024, did not contain an initial health assessment within 60 days following the child's first day of attendance in the program.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2025): “The operator will assure that all children have a completed health assessment on file and in accordance with regulatory compliance and its time frames. Child #1 and Child #2 will not be allowed to attend the daycare if the physical is not on file by 09/20/2025. Provider plans to utilize the "health…”
Core safety May 22, 2025 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
At the time of the Complaint Investigation conducted on 05/22/2025, based on the interviews it was determined that Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 are utilizing the highchairs as a form of restraint to restrict a child's movements. Child #1 was placed in a highchair for the purpose of preventing the child from touching other children's meals. Child #2 was placed in the highchair for time-out to restrict the child's movements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2025): “The operator will assure that no children are to be placed in highchairs unless it's mealtimes or staff momentarily cleaning to prevent child from interfering. At no time will any child be placed in a highchair to restrict the child's movement from touching other children or for any timeout…”
Core safety Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Inspection on 02/26/2025. The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain a completed DHS FBI clearance or National Sex Offender Registry Clearance for Staff Person #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2025): “Staff person #1 will not work in a childcare position until CPSL clearances are on file as required. In addition, the operator will assure that all staff have required CPSL clearances on file as required and in accordance to chapter 3270.”
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Inspection on 02/26/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain a completed staff health assessment or verification of TB Testing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2025): “Staff Person #1 will get a physical examination by 03/28/2025. If not completed by aforementioned date, Staff Person #1 will not be allowed to work at the daycare until required physical and TB results are on file. In addition, the operator will periodically check files to assure compliance and…”
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)
At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Inspection on 02/26/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of the required CCDBG Health and Safety Pre-Service trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2025): “Staff Person #1 will complete the required Health and Safety training by 03/28/2025. If training is not completed by aforementioned date, Staff Person #1 will not be allowed to work until completed training, including health and safety, is completed in accordance to chapter 3270 and or applicable…”
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
At the time of the Unannounced Investigation on 11/01/2024, the file for Facility Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of Mandated Reporter training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2024): “Staff Person #1 will complete required Mandated Child Abuse Reporting Training by correction date. The Operator/Director will periodically check files upon hiring and set dates to assure all staff have the required training on file, including Staff Person #1. If training not completed, Staff Person…”
Core safety Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of the renewal inspection on 07/17/2024, child #2 Walked out of the school aged classroom alone and began to wander around the adjacent empty classroom. Child #2 remained unsupervised for 2 minutes until the certification representative informed Staff Person 3 and Staff Person #4 That child 1 Was in the adjacent classroom alone and unsupervised.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2024): “The Operator will assure that all children are supervised at all times, including the School-Age Classrooms and the adjacent room. The Operator will research Better Kids Care for the required training and receive approval from OCDEL prior to all staff scheduling the training.”
Core safety Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of the renewal inspection on 07/17/2024, child #2 Walked out of the school aged classroom alone and began to wander around the adjacent empty classroom. Child #2 remained unsupervised for 2 minutes until the certification representative informed Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #4 That child #2 was in the adjacent classroom alone and unsupervised.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2024): “The Operator will assure that all children are supervised at all times. The School-Aged room and the adjacent room.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/17/2024 a bucket seat table suitable for children ages 5-months to 24-months was observed being used in the older toddler classroom with children ages 24 to 36 months being placed in table and attempting to climb out of the seats while music played on a laptop.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2024): “The Operator will assure that children receiving will use equipment, including tables, that are age-appropriate, safe and durable. The table has been removed from the Older Toddler Classroom”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/17/2024 the individual record for Child #1 did not contain an updated Health Assessment. The Health Assessment on file was dated for 06/23/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2024): “The Operator will assure that all children have a current Health Assessment on file as required, including Child #1. If Health Report is not submitted as requested, the Operator will utilize their Health and Dismissal Policy for compliance.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/17/2024 on the most recent Health Assessment dated 09/22/2023, question number 2 regarding communicable diseases for Staff Person #1 was crossed out.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2024): “The Operator will assure that all staff have a completed Health Assessment on file and to include Question #2 being clearly answered, as required. Staff Person #1 has a complete Health Assessment on file.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Promote development 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(c)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/17/2024 the written plan of daily activities in the Older Toddler classroom was not being followed. The children were observed sitting in a bucket seat table with no activity in front of them with a laptop set up playing music.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2024): “The Operator will continue to assure that a written plan of daily activities and routines are established for each group. The plan will be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and dynamics of the group.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/17/2024 the individual record for Child #1 did not contain a Child Service Report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2024): “The Operator will assure that all children have a service report on file s required including Child #1.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 07/17/2024 the individual records for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not contain verification of the completion of 12-clock hours of Annual Professional Development Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2024): “The Operator will assure that all staff will have required annual 12 hours childcare training, including Staff Person #2 and #3.”
Core safety Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During unannounced inspection 03/06/2024, staff person #1 stated there were 12 children present in the classroom but there were 13 present in the child care space; staff person # 1 identified 10 children and staff person #2 identified 2 children, however one child had already been identified by staff person #1, This left two children unaccounted for.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2024): “The operator will assure that all staff, including staff #1 and #2, have the responsibility of specific children and know the names and whereabouts of all children assigned to them, at all times”
Citation Mar 6, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During unannounced inspection 03/06/2024, refrigerator in infant room did not contain an operable thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2024): “The operator will assure that an operable thermometer is located in all refrigerators, including the one observed on 3-6-2024.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Oct 20, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found May 22, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $88.28 $74.03
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $88.28 $74.03
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $84.71 $70.23
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $81.40 $66.78
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $75.83 $62.57
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $66.04 $57.38
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $66.04 $57.38

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 112 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate dated through Oct 12, 2026 (renewal pending)
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 18, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Care
Hours Monday–Friday 6:45 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 221-9111
State certificate # CER-00248353
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Common questions

Has Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Car 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 Aug 20, 2026 (supervision): “At the time of the Renewal Inspection, conducted on 08/20/2026, there were 13 children in the Preschool Classroom. Staff Person #2 identified 5 children in their supervisory group, Staff Person #3 identified 6 children…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Car?

Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Car’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Oct 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 Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Car compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #660 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Car last inspected?

Aug 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Car cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $88.28 for newborn, $88.28 for infant, $84.71 for young toddler, $81.40 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Car?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Care.

Certified centers nearby

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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