MALIA AND FRIENDS LEARNING ACADEMY
PHILADELPHIA, PA·Group Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address5942 OLD YORK RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19141
CountyPhiladelphia
Phone(717) 918-1151
Operating details
Capacity12
SubsidiesY
License dateOctober 15, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/8/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High8
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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5942 OLD YORK RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19141, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/8/2025
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk7/8/2025
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3280.32(a)/3280.192(4))
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The FBI fingerprint and NSOR clearance for staff person #1 and #2 was outdated. In addition, the record for staff person #3 did not have the required updated disclosure statement. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 #1, #2 and #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Provider well have staff complete updated FBI clearance, NSOR clearance and sign the required disclosure statement. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/8/2025 - Medium-High risk7/8/2025
Building Surfaces (3280.76)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The outdoor play equipment was dirty and needed to be cleaned. 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: Provider will wash down all outdoor play equipment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/8/2025 - Medium-High risk7/8/2025
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing /Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch (3280.102(c)/3280.102(e))
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The outdoor equipment did not have the appropriate required padding and areas of the grown was a tripping hazard. Requirement: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care. Correction: Provider will add more mulch to the outdoor play space. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/8/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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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: 12
- Type: Group Child Care Home
- Years in operation: 1
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