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A Secure Future Academy
- licensed capacity
- 35
- open each week
- 5 days
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About A Secure Future Academy
A Secure Future Academy is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 35 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, drop-in care, full-time care and infant care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 64 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 35 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, drop-in care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Blueprint for Early Learning; Creative Curriculum |
| Staff | CDA credentials; AA, BA and Ph.D. degrees |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 35 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for A Secure Future Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 35 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00251967
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 15, 2026: 14 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 64 rules in all · 64 corrected
- Records and paperwork 12
- Supervision and ratios 11
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Safety and hazards 10
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Background checks 4
- Transportation 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Safe sleep 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Jan 15, 2026Inspection14 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1-6, & 8, did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, 5, and 6, did not include all the required signatures at the bottom of their emergency contact sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include an updated emergency contain sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 5, did not include their health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility pick-up and drop off procedures was not posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, hired December 2025 did not include their NOSR certification, FBI, nor their mandated reporter training, & staff 2 hired January 2026 did not include their FBI, NOSR, nor their mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1-4, & 6, 7, did not include their parent's home and work addresses and telephone numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“While conducting my inspection I observed that staff 4, did not wipe down the changing table after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not sent their local safety letter to their local authorities.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not include a current health assessment nor a PPD.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not include verification of child care experience, education.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“While conducting my inspection I observed that staff 4, did not wash the child's hands after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not contain a current first aid/cpr training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2026
Nov 13, 2025Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.54(b) Two facility persons on excursions
“During my investigation I found that staff one took 6 kids to the playground by herself.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.67(b) Trash removed grounds once/week
“During the investigation, it was observed that the trash had not been picked up in a few weeks.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During the inspection, it was observed that staff 1, and 2, did not know whom they were responsible for.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During my investigation it was found that the parent did not get their incident report the day of the incident.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 11/13/25 an investigation was conducted at the facility. I observed the preschool room with 13 children and 1 staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
Oct 21, 2025Complaint investigation15 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“While conducting my inspection I observed peeling paint in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the inspection, it was observed that the water was temping at 118 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the inspection, it was observed that both the preschool room and infant room were missing outlet covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain acceptable verification of experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the play equipment in the toddler room was torn.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.27(a) Emergency plan
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan had not been reviewed since 1/1/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the inspection, it was observed that young toddler room had 6 kids ranging in age of 1-3years old with only 1 teacher.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain their 1. FBI clearance 2. State Police clearance 3. Child abuse clearance 4. Mandated reporter Training”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not contain the health & safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“While conducting my investigation I observed that staff 2 left the room leaving another staff with 6 kids ranging in age from 1-3years old.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted a fire drill still 6/20/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.94(a) Director or designated staff person responsibility
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the fire system had not been tested manually since 1/25/25, and professionally 1/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not contain their mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not have their current first aid /cpr training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
Oct 21, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“While conducting my inspection I observed peeling paint in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the inspection, it was observed that the water was temping at 118 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the inspection, it was observed that both the preschool room and infant room were missing outlet covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain acceptable verification of experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the play equipment in the toddler room was torn.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.27(a) Emergency plan
“During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan had not been reviewed since 1/1/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the inspection, it was observed that young toddler room had 6 kids ranging in age of 1-3years old with only 1 teacher.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain their 1. FBI clearance 2. State Police clearance 3. Child abuse clearance 4. Mandated reporter Training”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not contain the health & safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“While conducting my investigation I observed that staff 2 left the room leaving another staff with 6 kids ranging in age from 1-3years old.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted a fire drill still 6/20/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.94(a) Director or designated staff person responsibility
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the fire system had not been tested manually since 1/25/25, and professionally 1/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not contain their mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not have their current first aid /cpr training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
Jan 13, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the inspection, it was observed peeling paint on the wall in the toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3-5, did not contain a persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“While reviewing the staff files I observed staff 4 hired on October 2024, did not include a current state police clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.124(a) Each child emergency contact person
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3, did not contain their emergency contact person information.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, 4, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released, on their emergency contact sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 3,4, did not contain a current health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not contain an updated emergency contact sheet nor a agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the inspection, it was observed water is temping at 118 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the inspection, it was observed the peeling and coming off.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-4, did not contain acceptable verification of experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
Jan 4, 2024Inspection20 rules cited
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, had not completed their 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During my inspection I observed that the facility had not sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conduct fire drill in the last 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During my inspection I observed that the facility has not conducted their annual emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-4, did not include acceptable verification of their child care experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 4, did not have a agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, 5, did not have an updated emergency contact sheet, and child 3, did not have an updated agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their pick-up and drop-off safe route procedures posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.166(1) Written statement
“During my inspection I observed that the child 11, did not have a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule from the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 6, 8, 9, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 6, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-3, 5, 6, &, 8, did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-3, 5, &, 7-9, did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 4, 5-9, did know have services to be provided to the family and the child on their agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During my inspection I observed that the rest equipment in the infant room was not labeled correctly.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During my inspection I observed that the kitchen connected to the infant room had toxics in an unlocked cabinet under the sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2-4, did not have a annual written evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not complete their health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Shaken baby syndrome sign/symptoms 2. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 3. Prevention/identification of maltreatment”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 6, & 10, did not have all the required signatures on their emergency contact sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
Jan 30, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During renewal inspection dated 1/30/2023, certification representative observed that the provider did not have written notification to the local traffic safety authorities.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection dated 1/30/2023, certification representative observed that in the infant room there were two places where the paint was chipping, and also in the YT/OT room, the paint was chipping near the steps on the corner of the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2023
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During renewal inspection dated 1/30/2023, certifcation representative observed that child #1 was in a crib that was against two walls and did not have 2 feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During renewal inspection dated 1/30/2023, certification representative observed Pine Glo and Fabulous toxic cleaning materials that were accessible to children in a cabinet under the changing table in bathroom of the Pre School room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2023
Apr 6, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Two facility person's records did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2022
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“Several items were observed on the steps blocking the rear exit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Two staff person's records did not contain a health assessment completed within 12 months prior to the date of hire. (#3 and #4)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Several facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1- CHILD ABUSE and FBI more than 60 months old.) (#2- mandated reporter training more than 60 months old) (#3- STATE POLICE- volunteer clearance not acceptable for employees) (#4- STATE POLICE- volunteer clearance not acceptable for employees”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2022
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“One staff person's record did not contain written verification of education for their assistant group supervisor position. The high school diploma presented could not be verified as it did not not have a date of graduation. (#4)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about A Secure Future Academy
Is A Secure Future Academy licensed?
Yes. A Secure Future Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was A Secure Future Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on January 15, 2026, with 14 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Secure Future Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 64 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 64 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can A Secure Future Academy care for?
35, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does A Secure Future Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are A Secure Future Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A Secure Future Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 386-6660 to ask.
What is A Secure Future Academy's phone number?
(215) 386-6660.
Where is A Secure Future Academy?
4500 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139. The nearest other daycare we list is Kidz Academy, 0.1 miles away.