Extraordinary Dreamers Early Learning Academy

2117 E Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19138
School / Childcare
Last inspected: Sep 9, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Extraordinary Dreamers Early Learning Academy has four inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 9, 2024. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to five violations per visit.

“Non-food contact surfaces clean” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Philadelphia restaurant scores 72. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 9, 2024
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Domestic microwave observed and in-use.
46.673
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Food residue observed at the bottom of the reach-in refrigeration unit. -Ice accumulation observed in the reach-in refrigeration unit and chest freezer unit.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Static dust accumulation observed on the vent cover in the bathroom.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Cracked floor tiles observed in the food prep area. -Worn floor surfaces observed in the food prep area.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Low lighting observed in the food prep area. *Additional lighting needed in the food prep area.
46.943
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Jul 29, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: The food facility operator shall be the Person in Charge or shall designate a Person in Charge and shall ensure that a Person in Charge is present at the food facility during all hours of operation.
46.101
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect (flies) and rodent (mouse droppings) activity observed in the food prep area and classroom area.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Handwashing faucet in the food prep area observed not in good condition. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Food residue observed at the bottom of the reach-in refrigeration unit.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Static dust accumulation observed on the vent cover in the bathroom. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Maintenance tools observed not properly elevated when not in-use.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Low lighting observed in the food prep area.
46.943
67
Jun 11, 2024
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: Hot water at the handwashing sinks probed between the 74-75 degrees, and not between 100-110 degrees as required. New Violation.
46.131
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: The handwash sink in the food prep area does not have single use towels, continuous towels, or air drying device. New Violation.
46.941(a)-(e)
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
Inspector notes: Philadelphia food safety application not observed for the Person in charge. New Violation.
46.103
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect (gnats and ants) activity observed in the food prep area.
46.981(k)(l)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice accumulation observed in the reach-in refrigeration unit.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Maintenance tools observed not properly elevated when not in-use. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Low lighting observed in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.943
55
Apr 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cold holding temperature
Inspector notes: Food was held at 60 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. (1) Refrigeration unit observed not in temperature. New Violation.
46.385(a)(2)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Toilet room vent cover observed with static dust accumulation. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice accumulation observed in the reach-in refrigeration unit. New Violation.
46.714
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect (gnats and ants) activity observed in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Domestic chest freezer, microwave, air fryer, & griddle observed in the food prep area. -Faucet in the food prep sink observed not in good repair. New Violation.
46.671
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Floor surfaces in the food prep area observed in need of cleaning. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Extraordinary Dreamers Early Learning Academy last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Extraordinary Dreamers Early Learning Academy on file is from Sep 9, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Extraordinary Dreamers Early Learning Academy?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Extraordinary Dreamers Early Learning Academy.

Has Extraordinary Dreamers Early Learning Academy's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Extraordinary Dreamers Early Learning Academy have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Extraordinary Dreamers Early Learning Academy means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.