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Whizz Kidzz Learning Academy LLC

3101 W 7th St, Chester, PA 19013 · Delaware County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 1

Whizz Kidzz Learning Academy LLC is a certified child care center in Chester, PA, with capacity for 62 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 30 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (14 of 30). 3 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 21 centers in Chester and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 50% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#8 of 21 centers in Chester
4 Core-safety citations
26 Other citations
6 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
30 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 3 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 7, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 7, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 25, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Apr 8, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 21, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 17, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 16, 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

Records & paperwork 14
Building & playground safety 6
Training & qualifications 4
Staff ratios 1
Health & medication 1
Supervision 1
Caregiver conduct 1
Background checks 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 7, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During the renewal inspection on 05/07/26, Certification Representative observed 1 staff member responsible for 5 children in their group with the youngest being an infant. Another staff person was responsible for 12 preschoolers in their group due to staff callouts.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 7, 2026): “Another staff person came in late bringing the facility back in ratio, and we are looking to hire additional staff as floaters, and we will not accept additional children if there is not enough staff to comply with ratio regulations.”
Citation May 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 05/07/26, the first aid kit in the front room at the entrance was missing tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 7, 2026): “We will add tape to the first aid kit.”
Citation May 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 05/07/26, the 1-year-old room in the rear of the facility had chipped and peeling paint on the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 23, 2026): “The room will be repainted.”
Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection, Certification Representative observed an area of torn carpet presenting a trip hazard near the rear of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 22, 2024): “The carpet was repaired eliminating the trip hazard.”
Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection, Certification Representative observed an area of peeling plaster on the pilar located in the middle area of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 22, 2024): “The pilar was repaired and painted.”
Citation Feb 21, 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 2/22/2023, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 3 file did not contain a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Staff member # 3 has been removed from the schedule until her annual physical is completed and signed by a physician.”
Citation Feb 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/2023, 10 child files were reviewed. Child # 6 and 8 files contained fee agreements that did not specify person to whom the child can be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Provider required both parents to complete the "persons to be released" section of the agreement form.”
Citation Feb 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/2023, 10 child files were reviewed. Child # 3 file contained an emergency contact form that did not include the telephone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Provider retrieved physician's telephone number from the child's physical form. It was filled in on the emergency contact sheet.”
Citation Feb 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/2023, 10 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2,3,5,7 and 10 files contained emergency contact forms that did not include the work telephone and address of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Provider required parents of child # 1,2,3,5, 7 and 10 to provider their work telephone number and address. Several of the parents are unemployed and signed "N/A" where appropriate.”
Citation Feb 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
During a renewal inspection that was conducted on 2/22/2023, 10 child files were reviewed. Child # 8 file contained an emergency contact form that did not contain parental consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Provider required parent to sign for emergency medical consent on the contact form.”
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Citation Feb 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/2023, 10 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 3 files contained emergency contact forms that did not list the address of the person designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Provider required parents of child # 1 and 23 to provider the address of the person to whom the child may be released. Parent of child # 1 had written "NA" and says there is no address to provide. Parent # 3 refused an address.”
Citation Feb 21, 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 2/22/2023, 10 child files were reviewed. Child # 2,6,7 and 9 files contain emergency contact forms and fee agreements that were not updated in a 6 month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Provider required all parents to renew all information in the file and sign and date that the information was accurate and did not require being updated.”
Citation Feb 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/2023, 10 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 and 8 files contained no parental consent for administration of minor first aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Provider required the parents of child # 2 and 8 to sign for consent to administer first aid to their child.”
Citation Feb 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/2023, 10 child files were reviewed. Child # 8 file contained an emergency contact form that did not address parental consent for wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Provider required each staff person, even # 3, to provider a copy of their state ID or DL.”
Citation Feb 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/2023, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1, 2 and 3 files did not contain a valid form of identification to verify age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Staff member # 3 was a volunteer here at the facility from 10/10/2022 t0 2/23/2023. Staff member # 3 has been removed from the schedule until completion of mandated reporter, annual physical and child abuse clearance is in for "work". Staff member # 3 volunteer hours. Staff member # 2 verification…”
Citation Feb 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/2023, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 and 3 files did not contain verification of child care experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2023): “Staff member # 3 was a volunteer here at WKLA from 10-10-2022 through 2-23-2023. Staff member # 3 has been removed from all schedule until completion of required mandated reporter, annual physical and child abuse clearance is in for "work". Staff member # 3 volunteer hours. Staff member # 2…”
Citation Feb 21, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.123(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/2023, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1,2 and 3 files did not contain verification of 12 hours of annual child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Staff members completed in person and on line trainings to get into compliance.”
Core safety Aug 17, 2022 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 8/10/2022, stating that staff member # 1 caused an injury to a child in the facility by grabbing a sleeping child by the elbow and pulling the child off the cot. This resulted in an injury called Nurse Maid Elbow that required medical attention.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2022): “All staff persons were reminded and a demonstration was provided on how to pick up children from sitting, lying and resting positions to move to a different location. Each staff person has also taken an online training to reiterate" handling " of children. Quality Coach training is scheduled for…”
Core safety Aug 17, 2022 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
On 8/10/2022, stating that staff member # 1 caused an injury to a child in the facility by grabbing a sleeping child by the elbow and pulling the child off the cot. This resulted in an injury called Nurse Maid Elbow that required medical attention.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2022): “All staff persons were required to take a training on classroom management and how to handle children. Staff persons were also given information regarding the incident that involved the injured child and provided information on how "not" to handle children. Staff persons will receive training from…”
Citation Jul 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During a allocated unannounced inspection conducted on 7/14/2022, 5 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain verification of preservice training in Pediatric CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2022): “Staff #1 has been scheduled to attend CPR/First Aid training in Pediatrics. She will attend on 8/11/2022 @6:00pm through Child Care Professionals Network.”
Core safety Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/16/2021, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 3 file did not contain a PA stat police clearance and mandated reporter training certificate. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2022): “Staff #3 requested PA State Criminal Record Check upon hire. Apparently, the form submitted was outdated and returned to her to be resubmitted on the new form and with the increased payment of $22. Staff #3 will complete new for and resubmit. New PA State Criminal Clearance dated 2/4/2022.”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/16/2021, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 and 3 files did not contain verification of annual emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “The annual emergency plan and fire prevention are conducted simultaneously each year. This year we were scheduled for training in October. However, the Fire Chief, Mr. Postlewait requested that we reschedule. Everyone, all staff members, were trained on 12/08/2021. Certificates were emailed to Ms.…”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/16/2021, the onsite playground contained embedded play equipment that needed additional mulch added to its area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “On 01/03/2022, rubber mulch was purchased and spread around the embedded play space, which is a slide. 100lbs of mulch was strategically placed, in order to ensure a safe impact space, in the event of a fall.”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/16/2021, the director was not able to submit a receipt for the fire detection system.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Upon leasing the space, 3101 W. 7th St. Chester, PA 19013, the fire detection system had already been installed. It is unclear when the system was actually installed. Thus, provider submitted a copy of the signed to Ms. Vernettia Marsh, via email.”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/16/2021, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 file did not contain annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Annual Fire Safety and Emergency Evacuation Plan training are conducted on the same day, simultaneously, each year. This year, at the request of the Fire Chief, training was postponed to 12/08/2021. WKLA complied and staff member #2's annual fire safety training certificate was sent to Ms. Marsh on…”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/16/2021, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not address the section on parental consent for wading and swimming.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Provider ill have parent initial for consent to transport, take walking excursions and wading. Upon child's return from winter break, mom will be asked to sign/initial spaces on Emergency Contact Form.”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/16/2021, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain verification of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Staff #1's State ID was copied and sent to inspector.”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/16/2021 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 and 3 files did not contain verification of education and child care experience prior to working at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Staff members #2 and 3's diplomas and work history will be copied and sent to inspector.”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/16/2021, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 3 file contained 1 reference letter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Provider will copy all letters of reference from staff #3's file and send to Ms. Marsh.”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
General requirements for facility persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(d)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/16/2021, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 and 3 files did not contain verification of training in pediatric 1st aid and CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Staff #2's CPR/1st aid training was sent (completed 11/15/2021) via email. Staff #3 does not have a current CPR/1st aid certification. However, as per PA state regulations, more than half of the staff members are 1st/CPR certified.”

“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 Aug 17, 2022 Complaint investigation
2 violations 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) $40.60 $32.60
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $40.60 $32.60
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $38.60 $32.60
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $36.40 $30.40
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $34.40 $26.60
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $30.20 $25.40
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $30.20 $25.40

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 62 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 16, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Nov 20, 2020 · what STARS means
Operator Whizz Kidzz Learning Academy LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 364-0400
State certificate # CER-00257571
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Common questions

Has Whizz Kidzz Learning Academy LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 May 7, 2026 (staff ratios): “During the renewal inspection on 05/07/26, Certification Representative observed 1 staff member responsible for 5 children in their group with the youngest being an infant. Another staff person was responsible for 12…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Whizz Kidzz Learning Academy LLC?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Whizz Kidzz Learning Academy LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Nov 20, 2020. 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 Whizz Kidzz Learning Academy LLC compare with other daycares in Chester?

It is #8 of 21 centers in Chester by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Whizz Kidzz Learning Academy LLC last inspected?

May 7, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Whizz Kidzz Learning Academy LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $40.60 for newborn, $40.60 for infant, $38.60 for young toddler, $36.40 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Whizz Kidzz Learning Academy LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Whizz Kidzz 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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