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Above and Beyond Academy

378 E Upsal St, Philadelphia, PA 191195.0· 18 reviews
licensed capacity
14
open each week
5 days
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About Above and Beyond Academy

Above and Beyond Academy is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 14 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, part-time care and preschool. It says it provides meals.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 1-5 years old
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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
14 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “7:30am to 4:30pm M-F”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 1-5 years old
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
CurriculumThe Creative Curriculum
EnrichmentArt, music, drama, language, math, physical activities
StaffStaff are all high school graduates with a minimum of 5 years experience working with children
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsELRC
Licensed capacity14 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Above and Beyond Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Above and Beyond Academy

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
14 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00250613
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 9, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 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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  1. Jul 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) Every 60 days/Written record

      “At time of unannounced inspection on 7/9/26, fire drills were not being recorded in the fire drill log. Last drill recorded was 12/2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2026

  2. Jan 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.69(b) 110º F or less

      “At time of renewal inspection on 1/14/25, the hot water temperature in the bathroom measured at 120 degrees Fahrenheit when using a thermometer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

  4. Jan 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “During paperwork review at renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan had not been updated to meet Federal requirements under 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii), which includes having a plan for Continuity of Operations”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024

  5. Jan 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Mar 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Above and Beyond Academy

Is Above and Beyond Academy licensed?

Yes. Above and Beyond Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Above and Beyond Academy last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 9, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Above and Beyond Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Above and Beyond Academy care for?

14, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Above and Beyond Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Above and Beyond Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Above and Beyond Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 347-4631 to ask.

What is Above and Beyond Academy's phone number?

(215) 347-4631.

Where is Above and Beyond Academy?

378 E Upsal St, Philadelphia, PA 19119. The nearest other daycare we list is Treanas Little Castle Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).