Young Achievers Academy
752 N Brooklyn St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
1 complaint investigation found violations
Keystone STAR 4
Young Achievers Academy is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 64 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 33 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (14 of 33). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #701 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 #701 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
2
Core-safety citations
31
Other citations
7
Inspections
1
Complaint investigations that found violations
33 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 28, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Building & playground safety
14
Records & paperwork
8
Health & medication
4
Training & qualifications
2
Emergency preparedness
2
Staff ratios
1
Background checks
1
Food & feeding
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Jul 28, 2026
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, certification representative observed the records of children #1,2 and 3 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2026): “Provide will obtain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff for all children.”
Citation
Jul 28, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed the records of children #1,2 and 3 did not contain signed parental consent for transportation and walking excursions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2026): “Provide will obtain signed parental consent for transportation and walking excursions.”
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed two electrical outlets without protective receptacle covers in the young toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “The director immediately placed protective receptacle covers in electrical outlets.”
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed two damaged mats.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “The director removed and replaced the mats at the time of inspection.”
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
At the time of inspection, the health assessment for staff person #1 did not include an examination for communicable diseases or the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “Provider will have the entire health assessment completed.”
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
At the time of inspection, staff persons #2 and 3 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2025): “Provider will obtain verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.”
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
At the time of inspection, a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the young toddler group space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “The director posted the written plan of daily activities in the young toddler group space.”
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
At the time of inspection, a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care was not displayed in the young toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “The director immediately displayed a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care in the young toddler room.”
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
At the inspection, it was revealed that on 10/22/2024, a staff person was observed in the toddler room working alone with 7 children for three minutes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2024): “Provider had a meeting with staff to discuss that all staff of in their required rooms and ratio is met all times.”
Citation
Jun 25, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2024): “Provider will obtain verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.”
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Citation
Jun 25, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information for children #1 and 2 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 3, 2024): “The provider will update the emergency contact information to include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation
Jul 20, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 07/20/23 the first aid kit observed in the school age classroom was missing gloves.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “Gloves were replaced in the first aid kit during the inspection.”
Citation
Jul 20, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 07/20/23 there was peeling paint observed in the toddler classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2023): “Wall was repainted during the inspection.”
Citation
Jul 20, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During the renewal inspection on 07/20/23 handwashing signs were not posted in children's bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “Handwashing signs were replaced.”
Citation
Sep 13, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During unannounced monitoring on 09/13/22 there were missing outlet covers observed in YT room. Continued non compliance from renewal inspection on 07/28/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Outlet covers were placed in all outlets not being used.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, the file reviewed for staff #1 hired (see code sheet) did not contain NSOR certificate or receipt confirming request or signed disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “The only acceptable plan is removing staff person #1 from a child care position. LE followed up with DHS agency regarding NSOR certificate on 08/17/22. Request was made to mail out new copy of NSOR certificate. Original NSOR was mailed out in February but never received by staff.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, missing electrical covers were observed in orange YT room, yellow school age room, and green PreK room.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Outlet covers placed in all outlets not being used”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, there was hand sanitizer observed sitting on a desk in PreK room accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 28, 2022): “Hand sanitizer was removed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, the first aid kit in the orange YT room was missing soap, tweezers and gloves. The first aid kit in the yellow school age room was missing tweezers. The first aid kit in the green PreK room was missing tape and tweezers. The first aid kit in the green infant room was missing tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Provider placed missing items in first aid kit”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, thermometer inside of white refrigerator read 50°F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Refrigerator door was closed tightly. Provider will monitor refrigerator temperature.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, the health report reviewed for child #5 had not been updated within 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Parent of child #5 provided an updated health report”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, the health report reviewed for child #4 was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Child #4 no longer enrolled”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 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)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, the staff file reviewed for staff #1 did not contain a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Staff #1 provided updated copy of health assessment”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, there was no documentation of annual emergency drills.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Provider will begin conducting and documenting emergency drills”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, there was no documentation of operator sending copy of emergency plan to local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Provider will take copy of emergency plan to the local municipality located at 38th and Lancaster Avenue. LE will obtain verification from local municipality.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, the child file reviewed for child #2 was missing a fee agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “New fee agreement was signed by parent and provider.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, the emergency forms reviewed for child #1, child #2 and child #4 was missing release person's address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Form was returned to the parent of child #1 and child #2 to update missing information. Child #4 no longer enrolled.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 28, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection on July 28, 2022, child emergency forms and fee agreements reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #5 have not been reviewed and/or updated within 6 month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2022): “Provider requested parent of child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #5 to review and update child emergency form and fee agreement.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Feb 1, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
ON FEBRUARY 01, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS WERE MISSING PROTECTIVE RECEPTACLE COVERS IN THE FRONT CHILDRENS BATHROOM, THE PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM, AND IN THE HALLWAY THAT ARE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN 5 YEARS OF AGE OR YOUNGER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2022): “WILL PURCHASE AND PALCE COVERS IN THE OUTLETS”
Citation
Feb 1, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
ON FEBRUARY 01, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE HOT WATER IN THE FRONT CHILDRENS BATHROOM REGISTERED AT 113' F VIA DIGITAL THERMOMETER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2022): “THE HOT WATER WILL BE TURNED DOWN”
Citation
Feb 1, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
ON FEBRUARY 01, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE DOOR NEAR THE HALLWAY WAS IN VISIBLE NEED OF REPAIR. THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2022): “THE DOOR WILL BE REPLACED”
Citation
Feb 1, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
ON FEBRUARY 01, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THERE WAS CHIPPING PAINT ALONG THE WALLS IN THE PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM AND ON THE WALL IN THE HALLWAY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2022): “ALL CHIPPING WILL BE PAINTED ON THE WEEKEND”
Citation
Feb 1, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No portable space heaters 55 Pa. Code §3270.92(a)
ON FEBRUARY 01, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, A PORTABLE SPACE HEATER WAS PRESENT IN THE FRONT OFFICE SPACE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2022): “THE HEATER WILL BE REMOVED”
“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
Oct 24, 2024
Complaint investigation
1 violation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $75.00 | $65.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $75.00 | $65.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $75.00 | $65.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $60.00 | $55.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $50.00 | $40.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $50.00 | $40.00 |
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
64 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Sep 11, 2027
Operator
Young Achievers Academy
Hours
Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 222-8901
State certificate #
CER-00259810
Common questions
Has Young Achievers Academy 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 Oct 24, 2024 (staff ratios): “At the inspection, it was revealed that on 10/22/2024, a staff person was observed in the toddler room working alone with 7 children for three minutes.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Young Achievers Academy?
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 Young Achievers Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Sep 17, 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 Young Achievers Academy compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #701 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 Young Achievers Academy last inspected?
Jul 28, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Young Achievers Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $75.00 for infant, $75.00 for young toddler, $75.00 for older toddler, $60.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Young Achievers Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Young Achievers Academy.
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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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