THE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL AND EARLY EDUCATION
ALTOONA, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1809 11TH ST, ALTOONA, PA, 16601
CountyBlair
Phone(814) 201-2638
Operating details
Capacity153
SubsidiesY
License dateFebruary 3, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/21/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High5
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Location
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1809 11TH ST, ALTOONA, PA, 16601, ALTOONA, PA 16601
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/21/2025
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2025
- Medium-High risk11/21/2025
Building Surfaces (3270.76)
The ceiling tiles in various areas in the facility were observed to be flaking and peeling leaving debris on the floors that are a hazard to the children and staff at the facility. 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 landlord has been notified of the need to replace the damaged ceiling tiles in the play area. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/22/2025 - Medium-High risk1/10/2025
Has all items/Original container (3270.75(c)/3270.133(1))
In the three-year-old room, it was observed to have burn cream and Neosporin in the first-aid kit. Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. Correction: The packets of burn cream and Neosporin were removed from the first aid kit and thrown away. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/17/2025 - Medium-High risk1/10/2025
Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))
The file for Child #1 was observed not to have documentation of a current Child Service Report. Requirement: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). Correction: Paperwork is now complete. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/14/2025 - Medium-High risk1/10/2025
Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 was observed not to include the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Requirement: 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. Correction: Paperwork is now complete. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/17/2025 - Medium-High risk1/10/2025
Name on bottle (3270.133(3))
It was observed in the young toddler room a can of sunscreen that did not identify the name of the child for whom it is intended. Requirement: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. Correction: Sunscreen was thrown out day of inspection. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/17/2025
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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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: ALTOONA, Blair County
- Capacity: 153
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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