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Innovative Scholars Academy Llc

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
5039 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124
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Quick Facts

Capacity
12 children
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 708-7931
5039 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00250346
License Issued
Feb 18, 2026
Active Through
Feb 18, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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Innovative Scholars Academy Llc is a Child Care Center in Philadelphia PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Sunday 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/16/2025 staff # 1 and 3 were observed leaving child #4 alone in a bouncy chair rocker alone not being able to hear, see or access the child's whereabouts.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Children must be supervised at all times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Observe and supervise children at all times.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/16/2025 child # 1 agreement form did not specify the date of the child's admission.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Input child's admission date.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/16/2025 child #1emergency contact did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Input child's physician information.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/16/2025 in child # 1, and 2 file the health insurance information was missing from the emergency contact form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Input the child's policy number
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/16/2025 child # 1 file was missing the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on the emergency contact form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Input the child's emergency contact addresses for whom child maybe released to.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/16/2025 the emergency contact information for the children were not in the childcare space where children receive care.

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.)
Made folder to keep on the floor
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/16/2025 child # 3 was missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file dated 3/19/2025.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent provided the form.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/16/2025 Staff #2 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #2 did not handwash child's hands after being diapered. Also observed staff #1 did not ensure that children hands were washed before eating lunch.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Handwashing training with director.
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/16/2025 staff #2 did not wash their hands before serving children their meals.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Handwashing training with director
2025-12-16 Renewal 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Observed 12/16/2025 there was peeling paint that was chipping no kept from visible hazard from the children in the facility.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Paint the peeling wall.
2025-08-06 Initial review 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Observed 8/6/2025 the outdoor play spaced had toys that were dirty and not in good condition with dirt and debris covering it.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Clean all toys and organize outdoor space. Observe toys weekly, fix and/or replace as needed
2025-08-06 Initial review 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: Observed 8/6/2025 facility did not contain a shaken baby, abusive head trauma or child maltreatment policy written policy on 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. Prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provided 1 hour training to staff.
2025-08-06 Initial review 3270.183(a)/3270.193(a) - Locked cabinet/Confidential; stored in locked cabinet Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.183(a)/3270.193(a)

Description: Locked cabinet/Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: On 8/6/2025 observed facility did not have a locked cabinet to maintain confidentiality of the children and staff records.

Correction Required: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet. Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet. Prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provide locked filed cabinet, ordered 8-7-2025 and delivered 8-8-2025
2025-08-06 Initial review 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Observed 8/6/2022 staff #1 and 2 have not been trained on the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. Prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provide 1 hour training to staff.
2025-08-06 Initial review 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) - Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: Observed 8/6/2025 Staff person # file 2 did not include the Better Kid Care Health and Safety training by CCDBG at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement. Prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff had printed certificates and put in file.

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