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Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy

2613 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 191305.0· 4 reviews
licensed capacity
21
open each week
6 days

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About Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy

Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 21 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 36 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: school-age children

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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
21 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
ApproachSTEM / STEAM
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity21 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
21 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00255328
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 16, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 36 rules in all · 36 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 9
  • Building, equipment and play areas 7
  • Safety and hazards 5
  • Supervision and ratios 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Background checks 2
  • 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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  1. Mar 16, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.62(a) Large muscle space provided

      “During the follow up inspection on 3/16/2026, it was observed that there were dogs in the facility's designated play space and staff stated that the landlord gave that space to another tenant so there is no designated play space onsite as required.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026

  2. Feb 11, 2026Inspection16 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the file for child #2, child #4, and child #5 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the release person's information. The form for child #2 did not include the name, address and phone number of the release person, child #4 did not include the address and the phone number of the release person, and the form for child #5 did not include the address for the release person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, it was observed that one of the floor tiles was broken and was a tripping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 were viewed and the financial agreement did not include an admission date.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/26, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and the file for staff #1 did not include the Child Abuse, PA State Criminal, and the FBI Fingerprinting clearances. The file for staff #1 did not include verification that the Mandated Reporter training had been completed. The file for staff #2 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance, and verification that the Mandated Reporter training had been completed. (See LIS code sheet for hire date)”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for child #4 and child #5 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form for child #4 did not include the name of the health insurance company, and the Emergency Contact Form for child #5 did not include the health insurance and policy number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for staff #2 was viewed and staff #2 has not completed the following required pre-service trainings within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The trainings not completed were the Health and Safety Part 1 and Part 2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, upon request the facility could not provider annual verification that the fire detection system is operable.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for staff #1, and staff #2 were viewed and did not include two non-family reference letters attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and their file did not include verification that an initial emergency planning training was completed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the file for staff #1 was viewed and the health assessment did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the file for child #1, child #2, and child #3 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form and the Financial Agreement were not updated within a 6-month period. The Emergency Contact Form for child #1 was dated 8/6/25, the Emergency Contact Form and the Financial Agreement for child #2 was dated 3/12/25, and the Emergency Contact Form for child #3 was dated 7/21/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for child #2, child #4, and child #5 were viewed the Emergency Contact Form was incomplete. The Emergency Contact Form for child #2, and child #4 did not include the parent information, and the form for child #5 did not include a parent phone number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, it was observed in the left room that there was chipped paint on the left wall near the back.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, it was observed that there was trash bags directly outside the back door and it was obstructing the exit.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(1) Child's name, birth date

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the file for child #4 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the child's date of birth.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations

      “During the complaint investigation conducted on 2/11/2026, it was found that the facility did not have the Workmen's Compensation Insurance.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2026

  3. Feb 11, 2026Complaint investigation16 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the file for child #2, child #4, and child #5 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the release person's information. The form for child #2 did not include the name, address and phone number of the release person, child #4 did not include the address and the phone number of the release person, and the form for child #5 did not include the address for the release person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, it was observed that one of the floor tiles was broken and was a tripping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 were viewed and the financial agreement did not include an admission date.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/26, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and the file for staff #1 did not include the Child Abuse, PA State Criminal, and the FBI Fingerprinting clearances. The file for staff #1 did not include verification that the Mandated Reporter training had been completed. The file for staff #2 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance, and verification that the Mandated Reporter training had been completed. (See LIS code sheet for hire date)”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for child #4 and child #5 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form for child #4 did not include the name of the health insurance company, and the Emergency Contact Form for child #5 did not include the health insurance and policy number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for staff #2 was viewed and staff #2 has not completed the following required pre-service trainings within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The trainings not completed were the Health and Safety Part 1 and Part 2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, upon request the facility could not provider annual verification that the fire detection system is operable.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for staff #1, and staff #2 were viewed and did not include two non-family reference letters attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and their file did not include verification that an initial emergency planning training was completed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the file for staff #1 was viewed and the health assessment did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the file for child #1, child #2, and child #3 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form and the Financial Agreement were not updated within a 6-month period. The Emergency Contact Form for child #1 was dated 8/6/25, the Emergency Contact Form and the Financial Agreement for child #2 was dated 3/12/25, and the Emergency Contact Form for child #3 was dated 7/21/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the files for child #2, child #4, and child #5 were viewed the Emergency Contact Form was incomplete. The Emergency Contact Form for child #2, and child #4 did not include the parent information, and the form for child #5 did not include a parent phone number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, it was observed in the left room that there was chipped paint on the left wall near the back.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, it was observed that there was trash bags directly outside the back door and it was obstructing the exit.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(1) Child's name, birth date

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/11/2026, the file for child #4 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the child's date of birth.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations

      “During the complaint investigation conducted on 2/11/2026, it was found that the facility did not have the Workmen's Compensation Insurance.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2026

  4. Mar 6, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, it was observed that a corner shelf and cubbies in the left back were not attached to the wall and were a tipping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, the file reviewed for staff # 1 did not contain a PA Criminal Background Clearance. The file for staff #2 did not contain an FBI Fingerprinting Clearance. The file for staff #4 did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal Background Clearance, and an FBI Fingerprinting Clearance. The file for staff #5 had a Mandated Reporter Training that was dated 7/25/2019 that was not updated within the 60-month period. The file for Staff #6, did not contain an FBI Fingerprinting Clearance, a PA Criminal Background Clearance, and a Mandated Reporter training and they were working for the facility for more than 45 days. (See Code Sheet for Hire Dates)”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/06/2025, the files for staff #2, staff #3, and staff #6 were viewed. Staff #2 had a CPR/First Aid training that was dated 10/2022 and staff #3 had CPR/First Aid training dated 3/9/2023, and staff #6 did not complete the CPR/First Aid training, and the Health and Safety Training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, it was observed that there were 14 children in the room on the left with Staff person #1, and staff person #5, and the youngest child was 1 years old.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, it was observed in the infant room that there were two electrical outlets that did not have protective covers on them, and one outlet on the left side of the facility near the telescope.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, it was observed that there was Vaseline that was accessible to the children in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table in the infant room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, it was observed that the toilet seat in the bathroom on the right side was cracked and in need of repair.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, the file for child #5 did not include a health assessment within 60 days of admission. (See code sheet for start date).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, the file for child #1 was viewed and the health assessment was not updated within 12 months. The date of the last health assessment was 12/19/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, the files for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form and the agreement were not updated within a 6-month period. The agreement for child #1 was dated 12/15/23, and the emergency contact form (EC) was dated 3/1/24. The agreement for child #2 was dated 3/7/24, and the EC was dated 3/1/24. The agreement and the EC for child #3 was dated 6/17/24. The agreement and the EC for child #4 was dated 9/13/24. The agreement for child #5 was dated 12/7/23, and the Emergency Contact Form was dated 3/1/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, the file for child #2 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the physician's phone number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, it was observed that the bathroom sink was separating from the wall and was a safety hazard to the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the renewal inspection on 3/6/2025, it was observed that on the left side of the facility, there was chipping paint near the bathroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025

  5. Feb 29, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/29/2024, Certification Representative observed that the back doorway on the left side of facility leading outside had tape all around the doorway obstructing it from being opened.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/29/2024, Certification Representative observed that the resting cots were not labeled for each child's individual use.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/29/2024, Certification Representative observed that the child care spaces did not have emergency contact forms in them.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(a) Each child

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/21/2024 Certification Representative observed that there was no child file onsite for child #1, and child #4.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(a) Each child emergency contact person

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/29/2024, Certification Representative observed that there was no emergency contact form in the files of child #2, and child #3.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “During renewal inspection dated 2/29/2024, Certification Representative observed that the infant room was out of ratio. The staff/child ratio is 1:4 and there was 1 staff with 5 infant children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024

  6. Oct 16, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

      “During the initial inspection dated 10/16/2023, certification representative observed that there were wires attached to the outside of the building that were hanging in play space and they were accessible to children. Also, there were 3 areas where the wood fencing with nails in it were coming off, and there was a fire hydrant lying on its side that is a safety hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “During the initial inspection. certification representative observed that there were no hand washing bathroom signs stating " A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating."”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “During the initial inspection dated 10/16/2023, certification representative observed that a rug on the right side of facility wrinkled very easily and was a tripping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2023

    • Transportation

      3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points

      “During the initial inspection on 10/16/2023, certification representative observed that OEM and local traffic safety authorities have not been notified in writing of the location of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

      “During the initial inspection dated 10/16/2023, certification representative reviewed the director's file and observed that director did not have the proper CPSL qualifications to be the director. The director did not have a completed National Sex Offender Registry Clearance, and staff person #1 had not completed the Mandated Reporter Training. Therefore, a director is not currently employed at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the initial inspection dated 10/16/2023, certification representative reviewed staff person #1 personnel file and the file of facility person #1 did not contain a completed NSOR clearance. The file does not contain copies of request for the NSOR Clearance required for CPSL regulations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “During the initial inspection dated 10/16/2023, certification representative reviewed staff person #1 File and staff person #1 has not completed the Mandated Reporter Training required to be the director of the facility per the 3270 CPSL regulations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a) Emergency plan

      “During the initial inspection dated 10/16/2023, certification representative observed that the facility did not have an emergency plan onsite.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2023

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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Questions about Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy

Is Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy licensed?

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

When was Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 16, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

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

Yes. Inspectors cited 36 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 36 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 Early Learners Academy care for?

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

Does Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 367-2067 to ask.

What is Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy's phone number?

(215) 367-2067.

Where is Above and Beyond Early Learners Academy?

2613 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130. The nearest other daycare we list is Tiny Stars Learning Academy 1, 0.1 miles away.

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