Scholars of the Future 2
Scholars of the Future 2 is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 11 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 34 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (10 of 34). 12 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #864 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At time of inspection, staff person # 1 did not have required signed disclosure statement, and FBI clearance documented in their record.
At time of entering facility staff person #1 was the only person present inside facility with 4 children in care. Staff person was by herself in the facility for approximately 15 minutes until another staff person arrived.
At time of inspection, staff person #1 hired over 5 months ago did not have training regarding the facility emergency plan documented in their record.
At time of inspection, there was toxic cleaning material being stored in an unlocked cabinet used by the children in facility.
At time of inspection staff person #1 did not have an updated health assessment with negative TB screening documented in their record at time of hire.
At time of inspection, staff person # 1 did not have required pediatric first aide & CPR training documented in their record.
At time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have proof of high school diploma and two years of experience documented in their record to help qualify them for their position as an assistant group supervisor at facility.
At time of inspection, the facility did not have required emergency phone numbers posted in facility as required. In addition, the facility did not have a written plan of daily activities posted in facility.
At time of inspection, the facility had lockers to store children and/or staff belongings, but the lockers were not mounted and could present falling hazard to children.
At time of inspection, there was no sign outlining the hand-washing requirement posted in the bathroom and diaper changing area.
At time of inspection, the facility did not have general liability insurance for the facility location documented in facility.
At time of inspection, there was no posting for transporting a child in the event of an emergency in the facility.
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At time of inspection, child #3 did not have an updated health assessment with immunization documented within the last 12 months. (Dated 3/29/23)
At time of inspection, the parents of child #1-3 did not review and/or update their child's emergency contact form and agreements.
At time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have updated FBI clearance documented in their record.
At time of inspection (11/29/23), Facility Person#2 or a person present in the facility is awaiting trial for (a) crime/crimes of child abuse, child neglect, physical violence, or moral corruptness.
At time of inspection, the primary staff person was alone caring for 1 infant, 2 older toddlers and 2 preschoolers. The primary staff person was out of staff/child ratio until the secondary staff person arrived at 1pm.
At time of inspection, the water temperature in the bathroom used by the children measured at 120 degrees.
At time of inspection, Child # 1-2 and #4 did not have required influenza immunization documented and/or exemption letter from parent documented in their child's records.
At time of inspection, the parents of child #4 did not provide signature of consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid.
In review of emergency plan documents, facility's emergency plan failed to include statement regarding continuity of operations.
In review of health and safety documentation, facility failed to have a written policy and procedure addressing shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment.
During renewal inspection on Monday, 11/07/22, cert rep observed toxics under a sink in the kitchen accessible to children due to broken cabinet door.
During renewal inspection on Monday, 11/07/22, cert rep observed kitchen cabinet door off hinges exposing toxics. Cert rep also observed window seating bench cushion was damaged and bottom vent under seat needed repair.
During renewal inspection on Monday, 11/07/22, cert rep observed damaged plaster on wall outside of bathroom.
In review of children files, child 1, enrolled more than 60 days, file failed to include an initial health report. File included immunization records only.
In review of emergency plan documents, staff person 2 did not receive annual training on the facility's emergency plan.
In review of staff files, staff person 1 failed to have completed 12 hours of annual professional development training.
During renewal inspection on Monday, 01/10/22, cert rep observed toxics under a sink in the kitchen accessible to children due to broken cabinet.
During renewal inspection on Monday, 01/10/22, cert rep observed kitchen cabinet door off hinges exposing toxics.
During renewal inspection on Monday, 01/10/22, cert rep observed thermometer located in refrigerator had a reading of 50 degrees.
During renewal inspection on Monday, 01/10/22, cert rep observed facility failed to have conducted a fire drill within 60 days. The last fire drill was conducted on 09/2021.
In review of emergency plan documents, facility failed to have conducted an annual drill.
In review of facility's emergency plan, cert rep observed emergency plan failed to address lock-down procedures
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $76.53 | $59.93 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $76.53 | $59.93 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $71.94 | $56.22 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $67.99 | $53.53 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $62.13 | $49.40 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $51.45 | $43.83 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $51.45 | $43.83 |
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 Scholars of the Future 2 had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Sep 3, 2026 (background checks): “At time of inspection, staff person # 1 did not have required signed disclosure statement, and FBI clearance documented in their record.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Scholars of the Future 2?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Scholars of the Future 2 since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Scholars of the Future 2’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jul 7, 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 Scholars of the Future 2 compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #864 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Scholars of the Future 2 last inspected?
Sep 3, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Scholars of the Future 2 cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $76.53 for newborn, $76.53 for infant, $71.94 for young toddler, $67.99 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Scholars of the Future 2?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Scholars Of The Future LLC.
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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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