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5727 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA
4.3· 16 reviews
SmartStart STEM Academy
- licensed capacity
- 25
- open each week
- 7 days
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About
About SmartStart STEM Academy
SmartStart STEM Academy is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 25 children, serving school-age children.
It is open every day, 7:00 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 18 rules across 3 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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 25 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| SundayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 25 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
SmartStart STEM Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for SmartStart STEM Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 25 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00245437
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 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 30, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Emergency plan reviewed on 7-17-2026 did not include Continuity of Operations which is a required component according to announcement C-22-04.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“Child # 1 did not have arrival / departure times listed on the agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.131(a) Health information
“Child # 1 had start date 9-12-2025 and did not have initial or subsequent health reports on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
Aug 5, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, it was observed that the gray storage closet which has two crates stored on top; located in the back room, was not securely fastened to the wall and poses as a potential crush point for small children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, it was observed that the ceiling tile next to light in the back room appears stained due to possible leak. Carpet located in the front room has corners that are lifted and poses as a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, the sink located in the back classroom and inside both bathrooms measured at approximately 113 degrees Fahrenheit.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, staff person two did not have current FBI clearance, and staff person four did not have current NSOR clearance on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, staff persons one and two did not have fire safety training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.131(a) Health information
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, child number one, two, three, four and five did not have an initial health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, staff persons one and two did not have 12 clock hours of child care training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, staff person number one did not have record of TB testing at initial onset of employment. TB test on file had date 10/04/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, staff person's two, three and four did not have emergency plan training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2025
3270.131(e)(2)(i)/3270.131(e)(2)(ii) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from health professional
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, child number six who has start date of 04/29/2024 did not have record of immunizations or exemption letter on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, it was observed that an infant was placed idly in a high chair for an extended period of time without being fed or engaging in any creative activity.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the unannounced renewal inspection on 08/05/2025, staff person one did not have two written nonfamily references on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
- Aug 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 23, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Red and yellow Cozy Coupe car located in outdoor play space appeared to have broken and sharp corners on front side.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.75(d) On excursions
“The First Aid kit did not contain a bottle of water.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The library shelf (front side of the room) and diaper storage (towards back side of the room) were not securely fastened to the wall, posing a safety hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about SmartStart STEM Academy
Is SmartStart STEM Academy licensed?
Yes. SmartStart STEM Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was SmartStart STEM Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has SmartStart STEM Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 SmartStart STEM Academy care for?
25, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does SmartStart STEM Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are SmartStart STEM Academy's hours?
Every day, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does SmartStart STEM Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 921-6306 to ask.
What is SmartStart STEM Academy's phone number?
(215) 921-6306.
Where is SmartStart STEM Academy?
5501 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19139. The nearest other daycare we list is Willows Early Learning Tree, under 0.1 miles away.