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Soans Christian Academy
- licensed capacity
- 255
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Soans Christian Academy
Soans Christian Academy is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 255 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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2
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4
5
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10
12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 255 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Children ages 13 months-12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian), Play-based |
| Curriculum | The Creative Curriculum; Experience Curriculum |
| Staff | All teachers highly qualified in early childhood education |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 255 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Soans Christian Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Soans Christian Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 255 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00252992
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 24, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 20 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Background checks 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
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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Aug 24, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Last date fire drill was conducted was on 6-22-26.”
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff 1 was missing physical and TB.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff 1 and 2 were missing verification of childcare experience. Staff 1 was missing education from their file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff 1 was missing child abuse form their file. Staff 1 and 2 were missing receipt for the FBI. Staff 1 was missing receipt for NSOR. Staff 1 and 2 were missing signed disclosure statement. Staff 2 was missing out of state clearance from New Jersey.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Certification rep observed chipped paint in Pink and Lime Green Room”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff 1 was missing 2 reference letters. Staff 2 was missing 1 reference letter.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Last documented date of when the fire alarm was tested was 7-9-26.”
Feb 10, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Emergency contact for child 5 was missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Health assessment for child 1 was expired. Health assessment is dated 12-11-24.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2026
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Certification rep reviewed fire drill log. Fire alarm was last tested on 12-22-25.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Child abuse clearance for staff 3 is for volunteer and not employment. State police clearance for staff 1 and 2 was date disseminated.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Diaper cream was observed in the bathroom in the Yellow Room”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Chipped paint was observed in the bathroom in the Blue room and therapy room”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Fee agreement for child 4 did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Emergency contact for child 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 and 8 were missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Physical for staff 1 was expired (9-23-23).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2026
Jan 24, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“File record for Child #1 did not include a review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
Jan 30, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“File Records for Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 did not include the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“File Records for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5 and Child #6 did not include a review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2024
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“File Records for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 did not include an update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2024
Mar 1, 2023Inspection12 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There were plastic bags in reach of the child in the toddler (yellow) room and the preschool (olive green) room. (Corrected on site).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
3270.124(d)/3270.124(f) Excursions/Updated every 6 months
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact forms located in the school age first aid kits (used on excursions when picking up and dropping off children) were dated 2019-2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #3 did not include an updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan had not been sent to their local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. During the facility walkthrough, the first aid kit located in the olive-green room was missing tape. In addition, the first aid kit located in the school age classroom was missing soap. (Corrected on site).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. During the facility walkthrough, the red classrooms first aid kit was located on the floor by the classroom door. (Corrected on site).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was yellow and purple peeling paint located on the walls of the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. During the facility walkthrough, there was Lysol cleaning wipes in the light blue classroom in reach of the children. (Corrected on site).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 did not have an updated FBI clearance on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The flush valve was not properly working, and the water continued to run in the toilet located in the olive-green classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan did not have a lock-down plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“On March 1, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1 and #2 needed an updated financial agreement form. In addition, the record for child #2 needed an updated emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
Mar 4, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.62(d) No simultaneous use
“The purple room, a childcare room on the program's license, stored boxes and supplies at the time of the renewal inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Soans Christian Academy
Is Soans Christian Academy licensed?
Yes. Soans Christian Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Soans Christian Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 24, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Soans Christian Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 4 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 Soans Christian Academy care for?
255, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Soans Christian Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Soans Christian Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Soans Christian Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 388-7648 to ask.
What is Soans Christian Academy's phone number?
(267) 388-7648.
Where is Soans Christian Academy?
7912 Dungan Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19111. The nearest other daycare we list is Top Notch Tots Child Care, 0.1 miles away.