A Secure Future Academy
4500 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
4.4· 36 reviews
Kidz Academy
- licensed capacity
- 13
- open each week
- 7 days
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About
About Kidz Academy
Kidz Academy is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 13 children, serving school-age children.
It is open every day, Open 24 hours.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpen every day
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Open 24 hours
- Licensed capacity
- 13 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 13 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Kidz Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 13 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00253074
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 16, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Background checks 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Jul 16, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“At the time of inspection, a cubby in the childcare space was not safely secure to prevent from tipping over.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and 2 did not have verification of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.92(a) No portable space heaters
“At the time of inspection, certification representative observed two portable space heaters in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of inspection, certification representative observed the shelf not kept clean, broken phone outlet and the radiator surface not in good repair in the main child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2026
3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of inspection, staff person #3 did not have verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff person #3 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a request for Child abuse history information as required under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2026
Jan 28, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of inspection, certification representative observed the wall not kept clean, two broken outlet covers and the radiator surface not in good repair in the main child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations
“At the time of inspection, the written record for the fire drills did not include the hypothetical location of the fires.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025
Feb 27, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information for children #1 and 2 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“At the time of inspection, certification representative observed surfaces of the refrigerator were not clean.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024
3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations
“At the time of inspection, the fire drills did not consist of hypothetical locations of the fire rotated around the facility for each drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2024
Mar 8, 2023Inspection18 rules cited
3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23 the fee agreement reviewed for child #1 was missing date on which fee is to be paid.”
3270.112 Infant/Toddler Stimulation
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23, infant was observed crying for approximately 10 minutes without being provided stimulation.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23, the staff file reviewed for facility person #3 hired (see code sheet) did not contain completed FBI clearance or NSOR certificate. PSP and child abuse clearances were present however no requests for remaining clearances were in file.”
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #3 was missing health insurance coverage and policy number. Emergency contact form for child #4 was missing policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23 the emergency contact form and fee agreement reviewed for child #1, child #3, child #4 and child #5 were not reviewed/updated within 6-month period. Child #1 dated 03/28/22, child #3 dated 03/21/22, child #4 dated 08/10/22 and child #5 dated 12/2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23, the liability insurance provided expired on 08/05/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2023
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23, the health assessment reviewed for child #1 was not updated within 6 months. Health assessment reviewed was dated 01/26/22.”
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23 the file reviewed for child #1 was missing required child service report.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23 the fee agreement reviewed for child #4 was missing arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #3 and child #4 was missing PCP telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23, the file reviewed electronically for staff #3 did not include a physical examination. There was also no medical documentation to confirm that staff #3 was free from communicable diseases.”
3270.191 Individual Records
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23, staff files were not available on site for review.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23, the file reviewed for staff #3 did not include two written nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #2 and child #4 was missing parent's telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23, there was no documentation provided of annual emergency drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23, there was no current documentation provided of annual testing from fire safety professional. Fire detection testing documentation provided expired on 3/11/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23 the electric file reviewed for staff #1 was missing required 12 hours of annual childcare training. Staff #1 provided documentation for 1hr.”
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“During the renewal inspection on 03/08/23 the fee agreement reviewed for child #4 was missing fee amount to be charged per day or per week.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
Mar 15, 2022Inspection11 rules cited
3270.131(a) Health information
“The information submitted for child #5 did not include a completed health report”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“A Staff Health Assessment was not submitted for staff persons #1, and 4”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“Emergency contact information for child #4 was not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.124(d) Excursions
“During the onsite inspection on 3/29/2022 it was noted that complete emergency contact information was not being taken for enrolled children when they left the facility for walking excursions.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“Emergency contact information submitted for child #3 did not indicate whether or not the child had any type of special needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Emergency Contact information for child numbers 1,2,3,4, and 5 did not include work addresses and work phone numbers for the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Agreements submitted for child # 1, 4, and 5 did not include a date of admission”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“During the onsite inspection on 3/29/2022 a cubby in the main childcare area was found to be free moving creating a potential safety hazard for children receiving care in that space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the onsite inspection on 3/29/2022 a handwashing sign instructing children to wash their hands before meals, and after toileting was not present in the bathroom assigned for use by the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff persons number 1, 2, and 3 either currently reside out of the state of PA, or resided out of the state of PA during the last five years. Required clearances were not submitted for review by the operator. Additionally staff persons number 2, and 3, had disclosure forms that were dated 5/12/2016, and 5/16/2016 respectively. Disclosure forms are required to be updated every 5 years.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2022
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the onsite inspection on 3/29/2022 a pack and play and cots were observed that were not labeled for individual use by the children receiving care in the program.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Kidz Academy
Is Kidz Academy licensed?
Yes. Kidz Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Kidz Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 16, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kidz Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Kidz Academy care for?
13, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Kidz Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kidz Academy's hours?
Every day, Open 24 hours. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kidz Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 815-4004 to ask.
What is Kidz Academy's phone number?
(215) 815-4004.
Where is Kidz Academy?
128 S 45th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104. The nearest other daycare we list is Ties Tots, 0.1 miles away.