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CHOICES Academy & Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 43
- open each week
- 5 days
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About CHOICES Academy & Learning Center
CHOICES Academy & Learning Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 43 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 43 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 43 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
CHOICES Academy & Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for CHOICES Academy & Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 43 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00253693
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 5, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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 5, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During renewal inspection on March 5, 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain documentation of pediatric first-aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection on March 5, 2026, provider did not have documentation of an annual emergency drill on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection on March 5, 2026, certification representative observed chipped paint along the baseboards in the preschool room and on the corner wall of the kitchen.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026
- Jun 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 19, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During renewal inspection on March 19, 2025, the record of staff #1 contained 7 annual training hours, the record of staff #3 contained 9 total annual training hours, the record of staff #4 contained 10.5 total annual training hours, and the record of staff #5 contained a total of 8 annual training hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection on March 19, 2025, certification representative observed chipped paint on the baseboards of the preschool and toddler rooms, and in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During renewal inspection on March 19, 2025, the record of staff #3 did not contain documentation of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2025
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“During renewal inspection on March 19, 2025, certification representative observed Golden Pothos plants in the toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During renewal inspection on March 19, 2025, the record of staff #2 did not contain documentation of emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During renewal inspection on March 19, 2025, the record of staff #3 did not contain a health assessment or Tb test, and the record of staff #4 did not contain a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2025
Mar 27, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan/Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection on March 27, 2024, the facility emergency plan did not provide accommodations for lock-down, and did not provide special accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2024
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“During renewal inspection on March 27, 2024, the health assessment of child #4 was not completed within 6 months (dated 5-2-23).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“During renewal inspection on March 27, 2024, the agreements of children #1 and #2 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During renewal inspection on March 27, 2024, the records of children #1-4 did not contain the Departments approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of services being provided completed within 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection on March 27, 2024, Certification representative observed areas of chipped paint in the infant and toddler rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During renewal inspection on March 27, 2024, the facility did not have a policy regarding Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment, and the facility emergency plan did not address Continuity of Operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During renewal inspection on March 27, 2024, the records of staff #1, 2, 3 and 4 did not contain documentation of the Health and Safety update completed within the timeframe prescribed by DHS.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During renewal inspection on March 27, 2024, the operator did not have documentation in writing on a review and update of the emergency plan at least once annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
- Mar 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 6, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“AT the time of inspection, the files for staff #1- #4 did not have written proof of complying with the CPSL requirements; Mandated Reporter training as required by the DHS-OCDEL regulations.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.52/3270.55(a) Mixed Age Level/Toddler and preschool children
“During nap there were fourteen mixed-age children young/older toddlers and pre-school children with one staffer. There were three children in the group who were two-yr-old.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The floors along the walk way near the entrance and the area near the restrooms were damaged, separating and could pose a tripping hazard at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about CHOICES Academy & Learning Center
Is CHOICES Academy & Learning Center licensed?
Yes. CHOICES Academy & Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was CHOICES Academy & Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 5, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has CHOICES Academy & Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 CHOICES Academy & Learning Center care for?
43, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does CHOICES Academy & Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are CHOICES Academy & Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does CHOICES Academy & Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 918-0477 to ask.
What is CHOICES Academy & Learning Center's phone number?
(267) 918-0477.
Where is CHOICES Academy & Learning Center?
4815 Longshore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19135. The nearest other daycare we list is Creative Learning Environments, under 0.1 miles away.