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Thinking Caps Academy

1932 Federal St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Thinking Caps Academy is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 32 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times. The state cited 39 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 6 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 #609 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 51% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #609 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
6 Core-safety citations
33 Other citations
9 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
39 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 6 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 22, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 22, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 11, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 30, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 15, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Feb 3, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 10, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication 10
Records & paperwork 10
Training & qualifications 8
Background checks 4
Emergency preparedness 4
Staff ratios 2
Building & playground safety 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Dec 22, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/22/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #2-#4 records and discovered that Staff #2-#4 records have an expired FBI Clearance. Staff #2 records have an expired State Police Clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2026): “The provider will notify staff of the expired clearances and provide staff the websites to complete and send out for the clearances. Provider stated on 03/11/26 staff member has not returned to work and will not return until clearance is reviewed.”
Citation Dec 22, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, the Certification Representative reviewed staff records and determined that emergency plans for all staff were not current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “The provider will during the break schedule and train employees on the emergency plan.”
Citation Dec 22, 2025 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 the renewal inspection on December 22, 2025, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff #2, and Staff #4 personnel records and determined that a current health assessment was not included with the results of TB.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “The provider will make to have staff schedule for an appointment to obtain the Health Assessment.”
Citation Dec 22, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, the Certification Representative reviewed all four staff records and determined that fire safety trainings for all staff were not current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “The provider will contact the consultation person to assist scheduling the Fire Safety training for all staff.”
Citation Dec 22, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During the renewal inspection on 12/22/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff #2 records and determined that mandated reporter training certification was expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “The provider will provide staff time to complete the mandating reporting training.”
Citation Dec 22, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/22/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff #1, Staff #3 and Staff #4 files, and the staff evaluations for Staff #1, Staff #3, and Staff #4 were not maintained.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “The provider will make sure to have staff evaluations completed.”
Core safety Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/11/24, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #3 content of records, and Staff #3 content of records contained an expired Child Abuse Clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2025): “The Director will make sure Staff #3 completes a new Child Abuse Clearance as soon as possible.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/11/24, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff #4 content of records, and the content of records of Staff's #4 contained an expired Health Assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2025): “The director will make Staff #4 immediately make an appointment for a new updated Health Assessment.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During a renewal conducted on 12/11/24, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records of Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3, and Staff #4. Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3, and Staff #4 content of records did not contain 12 hours of training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2025): “The director will make time for all staff to complete the 12 hours of training required by State.”
Core safety May 17, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During a complaint investigation inspection conducted on 05/17/24, the Certification Representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility and found the infant room out of ratio with 6 infants and one staff member present.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2024): “The Director immediately corrected the ratio in the infant by placing the staff who left the infant room and informed the staff that the staff cannot leave without coverage.”
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Citation Dec 19, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/19/23, the Certification Representative reviewed the Emergency plan, and the Emergency Plan did not include a continuity of operations/care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2024): “The operator will complete a continuity of care/operations and place it the emergency plan.”
Citation Dec 19, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/19/23, the Certification Representative reviewed the content of records of Staff #2, and Staff #2 content of records did not contain an updated Health Physical Assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2024): “The operator will have Staff # 2 complete a Health Assessment immediately.”
Citation Dec 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/19/23, the Certificate Representative reviewed Staff # 2, Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #5 content of records and the staff #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not include Staff evaluations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2024): “The operator will make sure to complete staff evaluations.”
Citation Dec 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/19/23, the Certification Representative reviewed Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 content of records, and Child # 1, #2, and #3 content of records did not indicate a every six-month review on the emergency contacts, and fee agreements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2024): “The operator will have the parent update the emergency contact and fee agreements form this evening.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have verification of valid tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2023): “Provider will request an updated tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.”
Citation Jan 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)
An individual designated as director was not present at the renewal inspection on 1/19/2023. As a result the photo identification verification process could not be completed and compliance with the requirements for directors qualification could not be measured.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “The facility must have a director who meets the qualifications and proves it by producing photo Identification.”
Core safety Dec 15, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of the NSOR clearance history information as required under the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2023): “Staff Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 15, 2022 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)
At the time of inspection, staff persons #2, 3 and 4 did not have a valid health assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2023): “Staff persons #2, 3 and 4 will obtain valid health assessments.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 15, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
At the time of inspection, the operator did not maintain a written record that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2023): “The operator will conduct a fire drill within 60 days and document it.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 15, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)
An individual designated as director was not present at the renewal inspection on 12/15/2022. As a result the photo identification verification process could not be completed and compliance with the requirements for directors qualification could not be measured.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 19, 2023): “The facility must have a director who meets the qualifications and proves it by producing photo Identification.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 15, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
At the time of inspection, facility person #6 did not have an individual record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2023): “Provider will have individual record for all facility persons.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Feb 3, 2022 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED 5 INFANTS AND 1 STAFF PERSON AND 6 YOUNG TODDLERS WITH 1 STAFF PERSON.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2022): “RATIO WILL BE MET BE MOVING CHILDREN TO DIFFERENT ROOM AND HIRING MORE STAFF.”
Citation Feb 3, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE PROVIDER DID NOT HAVE THE MEDICATION N IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2022): “A PRESCRIPTION OR NONPRESCRIPTION MEDICATION MAY BE ACCEPTED ONLY IN AN ORIGINAL CONTAINER.”
Citation Feb 3, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
AT THE TIME INSPECTION CHILD #1 DID NOT HAVE AN AGREEMENT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2022): “A AGREEMENT WILL BE CREATED FOR CHILD #1”
Citation Feb 3, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION FOR CHILD # 1 DID NOT INCLUDE HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE OR POLICY NUMBER INFORMATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2022): “EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION WILL BE REQUESTED.”
Citation Feb 3, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION FOR CHILD #1 DID NOT CONTAIN SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE FOR THE CHILDREN. SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MINOR FIRST-AID PROCEDURES BY FACILITY STAFF.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2022): “CHILDREN'S RECORDS WILL CONTAIN SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE FOR THE CHILDREN. SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MINOR FIRST-AID PROCEDURES BY FACILITY STAFF”
Core safety Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON # 1, HIRED 6/18/2021, DID NOT CONTAIN COPY OF THE FBI AND OUT OF STATE CLEARANCE HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #2, HIRED 1/5/2021, DID NOT CONTAIN A REQUEST OF THE CRIMINAL, CHILD ABUSE, FBI OR NSOR CLEARANCE HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2022): “STAFF WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN THEIR CLEARANCES.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION TWO HIGH CHAIRS IN THE TODDLER ROOM DID NOT CONTAIN T-SHAPED SAFETY STRAPS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2022): “T-SHAPED SAFETY STRAPS WILL BE ORDER AND REPLACED IN THE HIGH CHAIRS.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE PROVIDER DID NOT HAVE THE MEDICATION IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANCE
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 3, 2022): “A PRESCRIPTION OR NONPRESCRIPTION MEDICATION MAY BE ACCEPTED ONLY IN AN ORIGINAL CONTAINER.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED STAFF PERSON #1 NOT WASH A CHILD'S HANDS AFTER
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2022): “A STAFF PERSON WASHED CHILD'S HANDS.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A NONHANDS-FREE COVERED CAN BEING USED IN THE TODDLER ROOM DURING DIAPER CHANGING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2022): “DIAPER PLACED IN A HANDS-FREE CAN.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 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)
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT HAVE AN HEALTH ASSESSMENT OR TUBERCULIN SCREENING AS REQUIRED PRIOR TO INITIAL EMPLOYMENT AT THE FACILITY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2022): “STAFF WILL BE REMOVED.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE FIRE DRILL LOG DID NOT DOCUMENT COMPLIANCE WITH FIRE DRILLS BEING CONDUCTED AT LEAST ONCE EVERY 60 DAYS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “FIRE DRILLS WILL BE CONDUCTED AND DOCUMENTED EVERY 60 DAYS.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
AT THE TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION AN AGENT FROM THE DEPARTMENT DID NOT GAIN IMMEDIATE ACCESS TO THE FACILITY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2022): “STAFF WILL ENSURE TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO AGENTS OF THE DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)
STAFF #2 WHO IS DESIGNATED AS DIRECTOR WAS NOT PRESENT AT THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/1/2018. AS A RESULT THE PHOTO IDENTIFICATION VERIFICATION PROCESS COULD NOT BE COMPLETED AND COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS FOR DIRECTORS QUALIFICATION COULD NOT BE MEASURED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL HIRE A DIRECTOR WITHIN A MONTH.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
AT THE TIME INSPECTION CHILD #1 DID NOT HAVE AN AGREEMENT. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANCE
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 3, 2022): “A AGREEMENT WILL BE CREATED FOR CHILD #1”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION FOR CHILD # 1 DID NOT INCLUDE HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE OR POLICY NUMBER INFORMATION. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANCE
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 3, 2022): “EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION WILL BE REQUESTED.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION FOR CHILD #1 DID NOT CONTAIN SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE FOR THE CHILDREN. SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MINOR FIRST-AID PROCEDURES BY FACILITY STAFF. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANCE
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 3, 2022): “CHILDREN'S RECORDS WILL CONTAIN SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE FOR THE CHILDREN. SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MINOR FIRST-AID PROCEDURES BY FACILITY STAFF”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT HAVE INDIVIDUAL RECORD AS REQUIRED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2022): “STAFF PERSON #2 WILL BE REMOVED.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

“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) $46.69 $40.70
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $46.69 $40.70
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $45.67 $38.66
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $40.54 $34.55
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $37.47 $30.45
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $31.73 $27.37
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $31.73 $27.37

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 32 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 30, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since May 5, 2023 · what STARS means
Operator Thinking Caps Academy
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 220-6866
State certificate # CER-00252930
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Common questions

Has Thinking Caps Academy had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Dec 22, 2025 (background checks): “During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/22/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #2-#4 records and discovered that Staff #2-#4 records have an expired FBI Clearance. Staff #2 records have an expired…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Thinking Caps Academy?

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

What is Thinking Caps Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective May 5, 2023. 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 Thinking Caps Academy compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

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

When was Thinking Caps Academy last inspected?

Dec 22, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Thinking Caps Academy cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $46.69 for newborn, $46.69 for infant, $45.67 for young toddler, $40.54 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Thinking Caps Academy?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Thinking Caps Academy.

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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