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Alo Academy Llc

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
5703 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131
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Quick Facts

Capacity
21 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 888-2727
5703 W Girard Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00244747
License Issued
Oct 2, 2025
Active Through
Oct 2, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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About the Provider

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Alo Academy Llc is a Child Care Center in Philadelphia PA, with a maximum capacity of 21 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-08-17 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/17/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 4 was observed alone with 2 children in the classroom located in the back of the facility. Upon reviewing Staff # 4's file, Staff # 4 does not have the correct DHS FBI in file

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The correct DHS FBI clearance for Staff #4 was completed and returned by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services on 8/18/2026. The completed clearance was immediately placed in the staff member's personnel file.
2026-08-17 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/17/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1's health assessment was dated 3/6/24

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will obtain an updated health assessment as required. Upon completion, the updated health assessment and all required medical documentation will be placed in the staff member's personnel file.
2026-08-17 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/17/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have documentation that the local traffic safety authorities were notified annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility's Pick-Up, Drop-Off, and Safe Routes Policy was updated to include the facility's pedestrian and vehicular routes. Written notification regarding the facility location and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes was completed and emailed to the appropriate local traffic safety authority. Documentation of the notification has been retained for the facility's records.
2026-08-17 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/17/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Facility did not have documentation that the emergency plan was reviewed and updated annually

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility's Emergency Plan was reviewed and updated. The date of the annual review was added to the Emergency Plan, and the plan was signed and dated to document completion of the required annual review.
2026-08-17 Renewal 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/17/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 3 had documentation of online Pediatric CPR/First Aid and not by a PQAS certified trainer

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #3 has been enrolled in a PQAS-approved Pediatric CPR and First Aid training class and will complete the required training this week. Upon completion, documentation of the approved training will be placed in the staff member's personnel file.
2026-08-17 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/17/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 4 had documentation of Department of justice clearance in file, and not the required DHS FBI clearance

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -4- may not work in a childcare position at the facility A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #---4 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 4 will not be in a childcare position until FBI clearance has been completed and placed in file
2025-08-14 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The pack n play in the back childcare space was not labeled for individual use

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
director labeled the pack n play
2025-08-14 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have a schedule posted in the rear childcare space

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director added another written plan schedule to the back group space that duplicated the schedule in the front group space.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 was observed using her cellphone while in the childcare space

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Inspector informed director that Staff #2 was on phone. Director observed staff 2 respond to a text message in the front class with inspector and informed that it was child school. Staff 2 was informed to respond to text messages away from the class area.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have emergency contacts for the children receiving care in the rear childcare space

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact folder was duplicated and added to the back classroom.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1's immunization record was missing rotavirus/ 2 Dtap/1 HIB/ 2 Pneumococcal/ 1 Polio Child # 3's immunization record was missing 1 rotavirus/ 2 HIB/ 1 Pneumococcal

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director informed all parents that the updated shot records or a note is required. Parents provided Dr. appointment cards and will have the shot record available when the child goes to the next appointment.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3270.131(e)(2)(i) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(2)(i)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2's health assessment did not have documentation of immunization and did not have documentation of exemption from immunization in file

Correction Required: Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2 was enrolled 7/29/25 and caregiver was unable to get the full immunization record. Director informed caregiver that health assessment and shot record is required within the first 60 days.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include identification and prevention of child maltreatment

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The following was added to the current shaken baby syndrome policy. Identification Policy Title: Prevention & Identification of Child Maltreatment 1. Objective To ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in care by proactively preventing, recognizing, and responding to signs of maltreatment¿including shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma¿in strict compliance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter¿3270 and DHS mandates. 2. Scope This policy applies to all facility staff¿including substitutes and volunteers¿engaged in child supervision, care, or operations. 3. Legal Foundation Under §¿3270.21, facility conditions must not endanger children's health or safety. Regulations require staff to complete mandated training on SBS/AHT and maltreatment before unsupervised childcare duties and annually thereafter. Noncompliance violates both §¿3270.21 and training-specific rules. 4. Training Requirements Pre-service Training: Must include prevention of SBS/AHT and child maltreatment, completed before unsupervised duties commence. Shaken baby syndrome training will be included in annual Training: Minimum of 12 clock hours of professional development each year, including health-and-safety modules. Refresher or updated training as required. Record-keeping: Maintain documentation¿training title, trainer, date, signature¿in each staff file or PD Registry. 5. Identification Protocols Staff must be trained to: Recognize signs such as unexplained injuries, inconsistent explanations, changes in behavior, or distress potentially indicating SBS/AHT or other abuse. Document observations factually and report to the designated supervisor immediately. 6. Prevention Strategies Use approved de-escalation methods for crying or discordant behaviors (e.g. calm presence, structured soothing techniques, redirection). Encourage staff to escalate concerns and participate in continuing learning on behavior management. 7. Reporting & Response Any suspicion of maltreatment must be reported per the facility's mandated reporter policy and state law (aligned with §¿3270.19¿Child Abuse Reporting). Document all incidents diligently, keep records secure, and cooperate with all investigations. 8. Compliance & Oversight
2025-08-14 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The infant's bottle was not labeled

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
director labeled the infant's bottle
2025-08-14 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 8/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2's file did not have 12 annual clock hours of childcare training. File had 6 hours of training

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director informed staff to complete another 6 hours of training from the kids BK on demand site.

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