LITTLE PEARLS ACADEMIC CENTER
PHILADELPHIA, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1247 N 52ND ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19131
CountyPhiladelphia
Phone(215) 473-7700
Operating details
Capacity15
SubsidiesY
License dateAugust 8, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/22/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High8
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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1247 N 52ND ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19131, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19131
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/22/2025
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk7/22/2025
Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))
During the renewal inspection on 07/22/25, the lower kitchen cabinets, which were accessible to the children, were not locked and contained a cleaner solution spray and bleach. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: A lock will be obtained and placed on all cabinets accessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 7/25/2025 - Medium-High risk7/22/2025
Building Surfaces (3270.76)
During the renewal inspection on 07/22/25, the outdoor PlaySpace was not clean with trash and debris scattered around in the space. Requirement: 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. Correction: The outdoor play space will be cleaned. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 7/25/2025 - Medium risk7/22/2025
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed (3270.91(a))
During the renewal inspection on 07/22/25, the exit located at the rear of the facility was obstructed. Requirement: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. Correction: The items were removed from blocking the exit. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 7/22/2025 - Medium risk7/22/2025
Not withheld as discipline/Not forced to eat (3270.162(c)/3270.162(d))
During the renewal inspection on 07/22/25, Certification Representative overheard a staff member tell a child "I am going to throw away your food if you keep playing because that means you're done." Requirement: Food may not be withheld from a child for purposes of discipline. A child may not be forced to eat food. Correction: I will meet with the staff member and discuss various strategies for supervising lunchtime. Withholding food will not be used as a method to correct a child's busy behavior. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 7/22/2025 - Medium-Low risk7/22/2025
Menus (3270.165)
During the renewal inspection on 07/22/25, the menu that was posted was for May 2025. Requirement: An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family. Correction: The current menu was posted immediately. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 7/22/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$912/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: PHILADELPHIA, Philadelphia County
- Capacity: 15
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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