The Learning Experience North American
1775 N American St Comm 1, Philadelphia, PA
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First Class Learning Academy is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 54 children, serving school-age children.
It is open every day, 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 29 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
| SundayToday | 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 54 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
First Class Learning Academy has not listed its tuition.
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 29 rules in all · 25 corrected
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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3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the file for staff #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #1 and #2 did not have a health assessment with TB test results on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #2 and #4 did not have a completed DHS FBI clearance on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.26 Compliance/Nondiscrimination
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not complete the civil rights compliance questionnaire.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“1- At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #3 was working alone, with children, prior to completing the Health and Safety preservice training. 2- At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility's written policy identifying: the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment; did not include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have a copy of the insurance policy or insurance policy declaration page on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility is unable to test their fire system once every 30 days and did not have a fire inspection report within the last 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include NSOR and staff #5 did not include FBI clearance certificate. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANT”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the file for staff #2, staff #3, and staff #5 did not include a health assessment with TB results. CONTINUOUS NON- COMPLIANT”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #4 and staff #5 did not include a verification of education or experience. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANT”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #4 and staff #5 did not include the two written non-family references. CONTINUOUS NON- COMPLIANT”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During an unannounced monitoring, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the refrigerator in the kitchen area is unclean, has an odor and, the temperature gauge is at 48°.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“During the unannounced monitoring, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the source of running water for handwashing stations in the infant room #1 and infant room #2 diapering areas were in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the source of running water for handwashing stations in the infant room #1 and infant room #2 diapering areas were in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the refrigerator in the kitchen area is unclean, has an odor and, the temperature gauge is at 48°.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and watched an active diaper changing. After diaper changing staff #7 did not assist in washing the hands of a child. Due to a non-working handwashing station.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the file for staff #2 and staff #5 did not include NSOR clearance certificate.”
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the source of running water for handwashing stations in the infant room #1 and infant room #2 diapering areas were in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the refrigerator in the kitchen area is unclean, has an odor and, the temperature gauge is at 48°.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #5 and staff #6 did not include a verification of education or experience.”
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #5 and staff #6 did not include the two written non-family references.”
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff #3, staff #4 and staff #6 did not include a health assessment with TB results.”
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During an unannounced monitoring, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the refrigerator in the kitchen area is unclean, has an odor and, the temperature gauge is at 48°.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“During the unannounced monitoring, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the source of running water for handwashing stations in the infant room #1 and infant room #2 diapering areas were in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the source of running water for handwashing stations in the infant room #1 and infant room #2 diapering areas were in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the refrigerator in the kitchen area is unclean, has an odor and, the temperature gauge is at 48°.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and watched an active diaper changing. After diaper changing staff #7 did not assist in washing the hands of a child. Due to a non-working handwashing station.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the file for staff #2 and staff #5 did not include NSOR clearance certificate.”
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the source of running water for handwashing stations in the infant room #1 and infant room #2 diapering areas were in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the refrigerator in the kitchen area is unclean, has an odor and, the temperature gauge is at 48°.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #5 and staff #6 did not include a verification of education or experience.”
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #5 and staff #6 did not include the two written non-family references.”
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff #3, staff #4 and staff #6 did not include a health assessment with TB results.”
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During an unannounced monitoring, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the refrigerator in the kitchen area is unclean, has an odor and, the temperature gauge is at 48°.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“During the unannounced monitoring, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the source of running water for handwashing stations in the infant room #1 and infant room #2 diapering areas were in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the source of running water for handwashing stations in the infant room #1 and infant room #2 diapering areas were in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the refrigerator in the kitchen area is unclean, has an odor and, the temperature gauge is at 48°.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and watched an active diaper changing. After diaper changing staff #7 did not assist in washing the hands of a child. Due to a non-working handwashing station.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the file for staff #2 and staff #5 did not include NSOR clearance certificate.”
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the source of running water for handwashing stations in the infant room #1 and infant room #2 diapering areas were in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the refrigerator in the kitchen area is unclean, has an odor and, the temperature gauge is at 48°.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #5 and staff #6 did not include a verification of education or experience.”
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #5 and staff #6 did not include the two written non-family references.”
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 9 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff #3, staff #4 and staff #6 did not include a health assessment with TB results.”
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative, requested the incident report that was given to parents to sign and there was no report on file for the date of the incident.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not contain a physical,”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #4 did not include the verification of education or years of experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2 is missing the mandated reporter training and all of the FBI, criminal, NSOR and child abuse trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain a record of emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain 2 written nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the staff files and discovered that two staff, staff #1 and #3 were working alone with the children with having CPR training and there was no one in the room that had CPR training on file working with her.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the camera footage and observed two staff members staff #1 and #2 on their cell phones while some of the children were nappy and some of the children were up but laying down while playing with each other.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the camera footage and observed two staff members staff #1 and #2 on their cell phones while some of the children were nappy and some of the children were up but laying down while playing with each other.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“The video captures the two children tussling over a toy resulting in the other child pulling the toy from Kaiden causing him to fall forward on top of the other child and that's when it shows the child getting bit on the cheek.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the staff files and discovered that two staff, staff #1 and #3 were working alone with the children with having CPR training and there was no one in the room that had CPR training on file working with her.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the camera footage and observed two staff members staff #1 and #2 on their cell phones while some of the children were nappy and some of the children were up but laying down while playing with each other.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the camera footage and observed two staff members staff #1 and #2 on their cell phones while some of the children were nappy and some of the children were up but laying down while playing with each other.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“The video captures the two children tussling over a toy resulting in the other child pulling the toy from Kaiden causing him to fall forward on top of the other child and that's when it shows the child getting bit on the cheek.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the staff files and discovered that two staff, staff #1 and #3 were working alone with the children with having CPR training and there was no one in the room that had CPR training on file working with her.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the camera footage and observed two staff members staff #1 and #2 on their cell phones while some of the children were nappy and some of the children were up but laying down while playing with each other.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the camera footage and observed two staff members staff #1 and #2 on their cell phones while some of the children were nappy and some of the children were up but laying down while playing with each other.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“The video captures the two children tussling over a toy resulting in the other child pulling the toy from Kaiden causing him to fall forward on top of the other child and that's when it shows the child getting bit on the cheek.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the staff files and discovered that two staff, staff #1 and #3 were working alone with the children with having CPR training and there was no one in the room that had CPR training on file working with her.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the camera footage and observed two staff members staff #1 and #2 on their cell phones while some of the children were nappy and some of the children were up but laying down while playing with each other.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative requested to view the camera footage and observed two staff members staff #1 and #2 on their cell phones while some of the children were nappy and some of the children were up but laying down while playing with each other.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“The video captures the two children tussling over a toy resulting in the other child pulling the toy from Kaiden causing him to fall forward on top of the other child and that's when it shows the child getting bit on the cheek.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children's #2, #4 and #5 were all missing the release person address.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child # 1 was missing the flu shot without any an exemption letter in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and observed diaper changes in the infant room. The certification representative observed a staff member not removing gloves before handling another child with the gloves on that were used to change a diaper from a child in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child #2 was missing an updated agreement and an updated emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #1 is a new hire however was observed working alone unsupervised”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.14/3270.31(f)(10) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #4 CPR training is was not taken by a PQAS trainer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2023
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection the certifications representative requested to view the staff files, staff #1, #2, #3 were all missing documentation of emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discover outlets there were missing protective covers in the pre-school room and the young toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to see the children's files, child #1 was missing consent for wadding and child #2 was missing the consent for swimming.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative asked the provider if the pickup and drop off procedures / safe routes were sent to the local municipality. The provider stated no.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“The certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and discovered peeling paint hanging from the ceiling in the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.15(a) Building Codes
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the certificate of occupancy and it was not available.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #1 and #2 were missing references in their files.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff # 1 was missing a health assessment and TB shot record.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #1 health assessment did not include a TB shot record.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2023
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child #3 was missing the fee amount on the agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“Durning the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files. Children's #1, #2, and #4 were all missing arrival and departure times on the financial agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #5 file, child #5 was missing the physician's phone number and address.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #2 and # 5 were missing proof of qualifications in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #3 file, child # 3 is missing the MMR and Hep A vaccines without an exemption letter in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to see the immunization record of child #2 and was inform that due to religious beliefs they were told the child does not get vaccinated. However, there was not exemption letter in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #2 file, child #2 was missing the insurance/MA coverage information.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative observed two staff members playing around throwing items at each other leading yup to staff #1 throwing a whickered bench across the room attempting to hit another staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children's #2, #4 and #5 were all missing the release person address.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child # 1 was missing the flu shot without any an exemption letter in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and observed diaper changes in the infant room. The certification representative observed a staff member not removing gloves before handling another child with the gloves on that were used to change a diaper from a child in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child #2 was missing an updated agreement and an updated emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #1 is a new hire however was observed working alone unsupervised”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.14/3270.31(f)(10) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #4 CPR training is was not taken by a PQAS trainer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2023
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection the certifications representative requested to view the staff files, staff #1, #2, #3 were all missing documentation of emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discover outlets there were missing protective covers in the pre-school room and the young toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to see the children's files, child #1 was missing consent for wadding and child #2 was missing the consent for swimming.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative asked the provider if the pickup and drop off procedures / safe routes were sent to the local municipality. The provider stated no.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“The certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and discovered peeling paint hanging from the ceiling in the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.15(a) Building Codes
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the certificate of occupancy and it was not available.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #1 and #2 were missing references in their files.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff # 1 was missing a health assessment and TB shot record.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #1 health assessment did not include a TB shot record.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2023
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child #3 was missing the fee amount on the agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“Durning the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files. Children's #1, #2, and #4 were all missing arrival and departure times on the financial agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #5 file, child #5 was missing the physician's phone number and address.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #2 and # 5 were missing proof of qualifications in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #3 file, child # 3 is missing the MMR and Hep A vaccines without an exemption letter in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to see the immunization record of child #2 and was inform that due to religious beliefs they were told the child does not get vaccinated. However, there was not exemption letter in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view child #2 file, child #2 was missing the insurance/MA coverage information.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative observed two staff members playing around throwing items at each other leading yup to staff #1 throwing a whickered bench across the room attempting to hit another staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, THE FIRST AID KIT WAS OBSERVED BY CERTIFICATION REP AND DIRECTOR AND THE TWEEZERS WERE UNABLE TO BE LOCATED IN THE KIT FROM PLAYROOM.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, CERTIFICATION REP OBSERVED STAFF 5 CHANGE A CHILD AND DID NOT CLEAN THE DIAPER CHANGING SURFACE AFTERWARDS.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, THE CERTIFICATION REP AND DIRECTOR WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE FIRST AID KIT IN THE PRESCHOOL ROOM.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/20/22, STAFF 5 FILE WAS MISSING A SECOND NON FAMILY REFERENCE FROM THEIR FILE.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, STAFF 1 FILE DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF PHYSICAL AND TB BEING CONDUCTED.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, THE FACILITY WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF STAFF 2 COMPLETION OF PEDIATRIC CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2022
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, OBSERVED THE MATS NOT TWO FEET APART IN THE ONE'S ROOM WHILE SOME CHILDREN WERE OBSERVED SLEEPING ON THEM BY CERTIFICATION REP AND DIRECTOR.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for facility person # 1, AND does not contain a completed DHS required FBI clearance. Staff 8 does not have a nsor. The requirement to have the DHS required FBI clearance on file and nsor was not met for the staff members.. The file for Staff 8 file was also missing out of state clearances from New York. staff 4 and 5 file were missing a signed disclosure statement from their file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2022
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, OBSERVED CHILD 1 SLEEP IN INFANT MOVABLE CHAIR. CONTINUE NON COMPLIANCE FROM SIN 00210585/ DATED 8/23/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
3270.21/3270.104(a) General Health and Safety/Clean, good repair, proper size
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, CERTIFICATION REP OBSERVED INFANT STANDING IN HIS ASSISGNED CRIB ON TOP OF CLEAR PLASICTIC WITH FOAM INSIDE CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE CHILD.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.82(h)/3270.134(a) Handwashing signs/Child's hands washed
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, CERTIFICATION REP OBSERVED STAFF 5 CHANGE A CHILD'S DIAPER AND NOT WASH THE CHILD'S HANDS AFTERWARDS.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, UPON REVIEW OF THE EMERGENCY PLAN WITH THE DIRECTOR, THE PLAN DID NOT INDICATE THE PLAN TO CONTINUITY OF OPERATION AFTER AN EMERGENCY HAS OCCURED.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, CERTIFICATION REP AND DIRECTOR OBSERVED ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN THE INFANT ROOM WITHOUT PROTECTIVE RECEPTACLE COVERS.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.82(h)/3270.152 Handwashing signs/Adult Hygiene
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, CERTIFICATION REP OBSERVED STAFF 5 CHANGE A CHILD'S DIAPER AND NOT WASH THEIR HANDS AFTERWARDS.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, CERTIFICATION REP AND DIRECTOR WALK THROUGH OF THE PRESCHOOL ROOM AND WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE POSTING OF THE MEANS OF TRANSPORTING A CHILD TO EMERGENCY CARE AND STAFFING PROVISIONS IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/20/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT STATE THE PLAN THAT PROVIDES FOR ACCODATING CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS AND CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/22, the facility does not have a direct present 30 hours a week.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/22, observed staff 1 with five infants alone in the infant room.”
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/22, the incident report of an injured child was unable to be located upon request.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/22, certification representative observed an infant sleeping in an infant rocking chair.”
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/22, the sleep equipment in the infant room was not all labeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.136(b) Parent info communicable diseases
“During the complaint investigation on 8/23/22, the Director failed to notify parents of enrolled children when there was an outbreak of a communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 8/23/22, the staff in the infant room was only changing the children diaper when it was full.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/22, the facility does not have a direct present 30 hours a week.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/22, observed staff 1 with five infants alone in the infant room.”
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/22, the incident report of an injured child was unable to be located upon request.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/22, certification representative observed an infant sleeping in an infant rocking chair.”
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/23/22, the sleep equipment in the infant room was not all labeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.136(b) Parent info communicable diseases
“During the complaint investigation on 8/23/22, the Director failed to notify parents of enrolled children when there was an outbreak of a communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 8/23/22, the staff in the infant room was only changing the children diaper when it was full.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“DURING THE INTIAL FOLLOW UP CONDUCTED ON 3/14/22, THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET PRESENT WITHOUT A RECEPTACLE COVER IN THE NEWLY PLAYSPACE.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.62(c) Space safe for large muscle activity
“DURING THE INITIAL FOLLOW UP ON 3/14/22 THE PLAYSPACE HAD MANY ITEMS (CABINETS, CUBE SLEVING, DESK, CHAIRS) THAT WOULD CAUSE A POTENTIAL HAZRD WHILE PLAYING. THE PLAYROOM ALSO HAD PILLOWS ON FLOOR NEXT TO BOOK SHELF WITH BOOKS. A TOY KITCHEN SET AND MANY OTHER SMALL MOTOR TOYS PRESENT IN SPACE.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.101(a) Age appropriate
“DURING THE INITIAL FOLLOW UP ON 3/14/22, THE PLAYROOM DID NOT HAVE ADEQUATE PLAY EQUIPMENT FOR SCHOOL AGERS.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“DURING THE INITAL FOLLOW UP INSPECTION ON 3/14/22, THERE WAS A TELEVISION CORD HANGING FROM A TELEVISION, ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO CHILDREN.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION ON 1/12/22, THE FIRST AID KIT IN THE 1ST CLASSROOM ON THE RIGHT WAS MISSING SOAP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2022
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION ON 1/12/22, THE WATER TEMPERATURE EXCEEDED THE REQUIRED DEGREES. THE WATER MEASURED 112.8 DEGREES FARENHEIT.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 18, 2022
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION ON 1/12/22, THE FACILITY EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT STATE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR LOCK DOWNS ON THE PLAN.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 18, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION ON 1/12/22, STAFF 2 FILE HAD A HELATH FORM DATED 2019 IN THERE FILE.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2022
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION ON 1/12/22, THE FACILITY FAILED TO PROVIDE PRROF OF INSURANCE FOR THIS LOCATION. FACILITY PROVIDED AN INSURANCE DOCUMENT THAT DID NOT LIST THE FACILITY AS ONE OF THE SITES THAT WAS COVERED ON THE POLICY.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 18, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTIONON 1/12/22, THERE WERE MANY TOXICS (BLEACH, MR CLEAN, MICROBAN 24 HOUR BATHROOM CLEANER) UNDER THE UNLOCKED CABINENT IN THE KITCHEN AREA.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 18, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION ON 1/12/22, STAFF 1 AND 2 FILE DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF BEING TRAINING ON THE EMERGENCY PLAN.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 18, 2022
3270.27(a)(2) Emergency plan
“DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION ON 1/12/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT STATE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR EVACUATION OF CHILDREN FROM THE FACILITY BUILDING AND EVACUATION OF CHILDREN TO A LOCATION AWAY FROM THE FACILITY PREMISES.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 18, 2022
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION ON 1/12/22, THE FACILITY WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROOF OF PURCHASE OR AN ATTESTATION STATEMENT UPON REQUEST.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 18, 2022
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended
“DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION ON 1/12/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT STATE HOW PARENTS WILL BE CONTACTED AT THE BEGINNING AND AT THE END OF AN EMERGENCY.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 18, 2022
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1775 N American St Comm 1, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, PA 19122 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Philadelphia, PA 19122 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Philadelphia, PA 19122 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Philadelphia, PA 19122 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
1701 N 8th St, Philadelphia, PA
1601 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA
412 W Susquehanna Ave # 30 30, Philadelphia, PA
2045 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
FAQ
Yes. First Class Learning Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 25 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.
54, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Every day, 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 964-9767 to ask.
(215) 964-9767.
1851 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19122. The nearest other daycare we list is Ohana Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.