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Philadelphia, PA 19116 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Bright Star Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 44
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Bright Star Learning Academy
Bright Star Learning Academy is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 44 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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2
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10
12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 44 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to K1 & before/after school kids |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Staff | Certified and experienced staff |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | Discount for siblings |
| Licensed capacity | 44 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Star Learning Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Bright Star Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 44 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00253207
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 9, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Safety and hazards 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Mar 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“At the time of inspection, within in the reach of facility children. There were toxics plants in the preschool area.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026
Apr 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During nap at the time of inspection, facility child #1 was observed sleeping on a small sofa in the book reading area.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2025
Mar 24, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.107/3270.161(d) Refrigerator/Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“The lunch (cold cut sandwich) for facility child #1 and two other children was kept in their cubbies. The lunches contained foods which required refrigeration; meat and cheeses.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“CR noticed the health assessment in the file for staff #1 was altered. Staff #1 copied the health assessment for staff #2 and changed the name. The ink on the original assessment was blue; the altered form was printed in all black.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2025
- Mar 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 1, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“At time of inspection, the green picnic table in the facility play yard had extremely chipped paint.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
Jan 26, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During time of inspection, child #1-3 did not have updated influenza immunization and/or immunization exemption forms documented in their records.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
Dec 10, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“A staff person at facility singled out a child and used harsh and demeaning language calling her "fat girl" in front of other children in her care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Star Learning Academy
Is Bright Star Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Bright Star Learning Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Bright Star Learning Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 9, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Star Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Bright Star Learning Academy care for?
44, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Bright Star Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bright Star Learning 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 Bright Star Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 613-6493 to ask.
What is Bright Star Learning Academy's phone number?
(215) 613-6493.
Where is Bright Star Learning Academy?
12029 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116. The nearest other daycare we list is Ann Kids Bustleton, 0.2 miles away.