Precious Babies Learning Academy Daycare INC · 2204 W Cambria St, Philadelphia
Precious Babies Learning Academy Daycare INC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 66 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 48 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (21 of 48). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,053 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the files for child #1 and child #2 did not include immunizations.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the file for child#1 did not have an initial or subsequent health report and there was no date for the physical of child #2.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the file for staff #1 and staff #2 did not include fire safety trainings.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the files for staff #2 did not contain the required health and safety trainings.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 2 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not include emergency plan training.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and there was less than 2 feet between the cots on three sides during nap time throughout the facility.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the file for child #2(physical on file 9/19/23)and child #4 (physical on file 12/15/23)did not include an updated health assessment and immunization record.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the physical for child #3 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the emergency plan and there was no emergency drill log on file.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and there was no fire drill log on file.
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During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan did not include information on how staff are to respond in the event of a lock down.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan did not include information on how staff are to respond in the event of an evacuation.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby 1.Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address recognition for potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, 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. 2. During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan was not updated to include continuity of operations per announcement c-22-04, issued 4/19/22.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and there was no record of current liability insurance.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 2 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not contain fire safety training.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the file for child #4, did not have the name of the physician on the emergency contact form.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the emergency contact forms for child #4 didn't have written consent for emergency medical care.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the file for child #1 doesn't include their health insurance policy number on the emergency contact form.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files, and the emergency contact forms for child #1 and child #3 didn't have an address for the release person on the emergency contact form.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through, and the emergency transportation plan did not identify a staff person to accompany a child in the event of a medical emergency.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files, and the emergency contact forms for child #1, child #2, child#3, and child #5 didn't have a signed parental consent for minor first aid.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 2 staff files and the file for staff #1and staff #2 did not include a verification of childcare experience.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection there were 10 children in the main front classroom with staff #1. Upon request for staff #1 to name the children in assigned group, staff #1 named 9 out of the 10 children and stated she did not know the name of the 10th child in her group.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection an outlet in the front childcare space was missing a protective cover.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection baby wipes that state, keep out of reach of children printed on the back of the wipes packaging were observed accessible and open in cubbies in the front childcare space.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection mouse droppings were observed in the bottom of a white cabinet in the front childcare space kitchen area.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection a fence with barbed wire was hanging in reach and accessible to children in the back outdoor play space. The red door to enter and exit the play space was missing a doorknob to enter back into the building. Debris and wires hanging along the side, next to the red door in the back outdoor play space.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection 5 out of 8 children were observed laying on Mats that were not labeled for the use of the specific child, downstairs in the butterfly room.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection the files reviewed for children #1, #2 and #5 did not contain an updated health report. Immunizations were attached for child #2 and #5.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection the agreement reviewed for children #1 and #4 did not contain a fee amount.
On April 29, 2024 there was no evidence that growth and development information was given to the parents of children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 within a 6-month time period.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection the agreement reviewed for child #3 did not contain an arrival and departure time.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection the agreement reviewed for children #2 and #4 did not contain a date of admission.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection the agreement reviewed for children #1, #3 and #4 did not contain information on extra services.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection the emergency contact reviewed for child #2 did not contain parents telephone numbers.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection the emergency contact reviewed for child #3 did not include the telephone number for the individual to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact for child #5 was missing a release persons address.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection the emergency contact information for 8 out of 8 children, in the butterfly room was not present in the childcare space. In the Owls, front main childcare space 4 out of the 10 children were missing emergency contacts.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection the emergency contact reviewed for children #1, #3 and #4 did not contain consent for emergency care.
On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection the emergency contact reviewed for children #1, #3 and #4 did not contain consent for minor first aid.
During the renewal inspection on 5/2/23, staff persons #1 and #2 did not effectively identify the specific children they were responsible for.
During renewal inspection on 5/2/23, there was an unassembled, nonoperating fish tank with no water or fish that appeared to be in poor repair in the childcare space. Childcare space cannot be used for storage.
During the renewal inspection on 5/2/23, the agreement for child #1, dated 9/27/21, was not updated and signed within the last 6-months.
During the renewal inspection on 5/2/23, child #1 did not have emergency contact information in the childcare space.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 7/20/22, THERE WERE EXCESS BOXES IN THE UPSTAIRS CHILD CARE SPACE. CHILD CARE SPACE CAN NOT BE USED FOR STORAGE. THERE WAS ALSO AN UNUSED FISHTANK WITH UNSECURED CABINETS IN THE CHILD CARE SPACE.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 7/20/22, THE WAS A CAN OF PRIMER SPRAY PAINT ON THE FLOOR IN THE DOWNSTAIRS CHILD CARE SPACE THAT WAS ACCESSIBLE TO THE CHILDREN.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 7/20/22, THERE WAS NO FIRST AID KIT IN THE DOWNSTAIRS CHILD CARE SPACE.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 7/20/22, THERE WAS A PENCIL SHARPENER COVERED IN ELECTRICAL TAPE AND WAS IN POOR REPAIR, THAT WAS USED BY THE CHILDREN. THERE WAS FRAYED CARPET THAT WAS PARTIALLY COVERED BY RED TAPE.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 7/20/22, THE REFRIGERATOR IN THE DOWNSTAIRS CHILD CARE SPACE DID NOT HAVE AN OPERABLE THERMOMETER.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has Precious Babies Learning Academy Daycare INC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Apr 29, 2024 (supervision): “On April 29, 2024 during the renewal inspection there were 10 children in the main front classroom with staff #1. Upon request for staff #1 to name the children in assigned group, staff #1 named 9 out of the 10 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 Daycare INC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Precious Babies Learning Academy Daycare INC since 2021. 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 Daycare INC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 3, effective Jul 16, 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 Precious Babies Learning Academy Daycare INC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,053 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Precious Babies Learning Academy Daycare INC last inspected?
Mar 17, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Precious Babies Learning Academy Daycare INC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $84.71 for young toddler, $81.40 for older toddler, $75.83 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Precious Babies Learning Academy Daycare INC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Precious Babies Learning Academy Day Care.
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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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