EARLY LITERACY ACADEMY AT FAIRMOUNT

PHILADELPHIA, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity144
Est. price$774/mo

Contact information

Address215 FAIRMOUNT AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19123

CityPHILADELPHIA, PA 19123

CountyPhiladelphia

Phone(215) 804-9664

Operating details

Capacity144

SubsidiesY

License dateOctober 8, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/18/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low5
  • Low0

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Location

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215 FAIRMOUNT AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19123, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/18/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. High risk8/18/2025

    Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

    During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing PA State Police clearance in the file of Staff 1. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. Correction: Provider will obtain the missing clearance from Staff 1. Staff 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until the clearance is submitted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025

2024

  1. Medium-Low risk9/25/2024

    Two written references (3270.192(5))

    During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing references in the file of Staff 1. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: Provider will obtain the two references for the file of Staff 1. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/8/2024
  2. Medium-High risk9/25/2024

    Health assessment, TB test (3270.192(3))

    During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing initial health assessment in the file of Staff 2. Requirement: 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. Correction: Provider will obtain the health assessment for the file of Staff 2. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/8/2024
  3. Medium risk9/25/2024

    Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.182(1))

    During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing initial health assessment in the file of Child 1. Requirement: A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: Provider will obtain the health assessment for the file of Child 1. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/8/2024

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$774/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: 144
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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