Thomas Learning Academy LLC
4168 Germantown Ave # 70, Philadelphia, PA 19140 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months
Keystone STAR 2
Thomas Learning Academy LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 57 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 29 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 29). 16 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 #717 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 54% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #717 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1
Core-safety citations
28
Other citations
5
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
29 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 16 in the last 12 months · last inspected Nov 17, 2025
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Records & paperwork
10
Training & qualifications
7
Emergency preparedness
6
Health & medication
3
Background checks
1
Food & feeding
1
Transportation
1
Citations, newest first
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the most recent Pa State Police Clearance on file for Staff Person #1 was dated 12/05/2019. The most recent DHS FBI Clearance on file for Staff Person #1 was dated 12/20/2019. The most recent Child Abuse Clearance on file for Staff Person #1 was dated12/09/2019. The most recent National Sex Offender Registry Clearance on file for Staff Person #1 was dated 02/14/2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Staff 1 Criminal background clearance was received on 11/11/2025. Also, the child abuse clearance was received on 11/18/2025. The FBI clearance was received on 11/14/2025. Finally, the NSOR clearance was received on 12/09/2025.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the provider could not verify that the emergency plan was reviewed annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2026): “The emergency plan was reviewed and updated to be kept on file at the facility.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the provider could not verify that Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 were trained in the facilities emergency plan annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2026): “Staff person #1, 2, & 3 will be trained on the emergency plan. They will be trained and updated annually.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, a menu was not posted in a conspicuous location in the facility, and the provider could not verify that the menu was provided to each family at least one week in advance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2026): “November menu is posted on the parent information board for parents.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, there was no written record maintain on file indicating facility are conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2026): “Fire drills have been updated and completed on file.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the provider could not verify that the Facility's Emergency Plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2026): “The emergency plan will be sent out to the local municipal and to the county emergency management agency.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the provider could not verify that written notification of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility was sent annually to the local traffic safety authority.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2026): “The written notification of the location for the facility and the routes are posted on the parent information board”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the file for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not contain current verification of the completion of a PQAS approved Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training from a PQAS certified instructor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Staff #1 & 2 will have their CPR certification trainings completed on 12/13/2025 by a PQAS certified instructor. Staff #3 has her CPR certification that will be sent over.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of annual Fire Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2026): “Staff #1 will be taking the fire and safety training online on 12/09/2025.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the file for Staff Person #2, hired 09/2020 and the file for Staff Person #3, hired 12/21/22 did not contain written annual staff evaluations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 5, 2026): “Staff 2 & 3 have been evaluated by the director.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the files for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain a Child Service Report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2026): “The children's service reports were completed on 12/10/2025.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the Emergency Contact form on file for Child #2 did not contain the child's health insurance coverage and policy number. The Emergency Contact form on file for Child #3 did not contain the child's health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2026): “All children have their insurance coverage and policy numbers on their emergency contact form that was updated on 12/11/25.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the Emergency Contact form on file for Child #2 did not contain the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2026): “Child #2 has updated the address on the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the Emergency Contact and Agreement Forms on file for Child #1 were dated 04/08/2025, and the Emergency Contact Form on file for Child #2 was dated 08/01/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2026): “Child #1has updated their emergency contact and agreement forms and child #2 has updated their emergency contact form on file.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the Emergency Contact form on file for Child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2026): “The emergency form for child #1 is signed for emergency medical care for the child”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the files for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not contain verification of the completion of 12 clock hours of annual childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “Staff #1, 2, & 3 have to complete the 12 hours of childcare trainings.”
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Citation
Nov 18, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/18/2024, the facility's Emergency Plan did not address the facility's plan for Continuity of Operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “Update the Continuity of Operations in the Emergency Plan for 2025.”
Citation
Nov 18, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/18/2024, the facility could not provide verification of the completion of an Annual Emergency Drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “The Emergency Drill forms will be completed at least once a year.”
Citation
Nov 18, 2024
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 the file for Child #1 contained immunization records but did not contain an Initial Health Assessment. The file for Child #3 did not contain an Initial Health Assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2025): “Child #1 and #3 has contained an Initial Health Assessment.”
Citation
Nov 18, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/18/2024, the record for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not contain a written staff evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “Staff person #1 and #2 have a written staff evaluation completed.”
Citation
Nov 18, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/18/2024, the files for Child #2 and Child #3 did not contain a Child Service Report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 23, 2025): “Child #2 and #3 have obtained a child service report.”
Citation
Jan 10, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During a renewal inspection on 1/10/24, the file for child #2 contained a Child Health Report more than 12-months old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2024): “Child health report has been updated for child #2”
Citation
Jan 10, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
During a renewal inspection on 1/10/24, the files for children #1, 2, 3 and 4 did not contain a record of influenza vaccination in the previous year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2024): “All children have a letter for no record of influenza vaccination in the previous year.”
Citation
Jan 10, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During a renewal inspection on 1/10/24, the files for staff persons #1, 2, 3 and 4 did not contain record of Fire Safety training in the previous 12-months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2024): “All staff completed the fire safety training on PD Registry”
Citation
Jan 10, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During a renewal inspection on 1/20/24, staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 10-hour health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2024): “Staff #4 has completes the 10 hour training on Better Kid Care.”
Citation
Jan 10, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During a renewal inspection on 1/10/24, the files for children #2, 3 and 4 did not contain a Child Service Report completed in the previous 6-months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2024): “All children have an updated Child Service Report completed”
Citation
Jan 10, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During a renewal inspection on 1/10/24, the file for staff person #4 did not contain a record of verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2024): “Staff has submitted a request for high school diploma online for verification of education.”
Citation
Dec 6, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
On 12-6-22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that children 1,2,3,4 and 5 were missing a description of extra services on their agreement forms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2023): “Provider will make sure extra services description is added to children 1,2,3,4 and 5 agreement forms.”
Citation
Dec 6, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
On 12-6-22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child #5 did not have an updated emergency contact form and updated agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2023): “Provider will make sure child # 5 an updated emergency contact form and updated agreement form.”
“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) | $78.00 | $64.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $78.00 | $64.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $78.00 | $64.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $74.00 | $57.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $74.00 | $57.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $60.00 | $57.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $60.00 | $57.00 |
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
57 children
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Feb 3, 2027
Programs
PA Pre-K Counts
Operator
Thomas Learning Academy LLC
Hours
Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday 6:00 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 337-3127
State certificate #
CER-00251655
Common questions
Has Thomas Learning Academy LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Nov 17, 2025 (background checks): “At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/17/2025, the most recent Pa State Police Clearance on file for Staff Person #1 was dated 12/05/2019. The most recent DHS FBI Clearance on file for Staff Person #1…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Thomas Learning Academy LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Thomas Learning Academy LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Thomas Learning Academy LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Jun 27, 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 Thomas Learning Academy LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #717 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Thomas Learning Academy LLC last inspected?
Nov 17, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Thomas Learning Academy LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $78.00 for newborn, $78.00 for infant, $78.00 for young toddler, $74.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Thomas Learning Academy LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Thomas Learning Academy 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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