Agape Childcare and Learning Center · 5920 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia
Agape Childcare and Learning Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 25 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 14 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (5 of 14). 6 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #405 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During renewal inspection on April 23, 2026, certification representative observed areas of chipped paint in the child care space.
During renewal inspection on April 23, 2026, the refrigerator thermometer indicated a temperature of 47°F.
During renewal inspection on April 23, 2026, certification representative observed the children sit down and eat snack at the table without washing their hands prior.
During renewal inspection on April 23, 2026, Staff person/facility person/volunteer #1had not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated (3-30-21).
During renewal inspection on April 23, 2026, the record of staff #2 did not contain documentation of experience to qualify them for the position in which they were performing (AGS).
During renewal inspection on April 23, 2026, the records of children #1 and #2 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child, or signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff, both of which are required prior to admission.
During renewal inspection on May 2, 2025, certification representative observed peeling paint on the wall of the outdoor play space.
During renewal inspection on May 2, 2025, the record of staff #1 contained only one written, nonfamily reference and the record of staff #2 did not contain any written, nonfamily references.
During renewal inspection on April 22, 2024, the hot water measured at 120°F.
During renewal inspection on April 22, 2024, certification representative observed areas of chipped paint in the child care space.
During renewal inspection on April 22, 2024, the record of child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care or for minor first-aid procedures by facility staff, both of which are required prior to admission.
During the inspection on 4/18/23, eleven (11) children and one-staff person boarded a school bus (lease agreement with company) to transport the children to their neighboring elementary school. The staff person did not have the m in the care of one staff person.
Upon arrival at 7:50 am at the time of inspection on 4/18/23, there were eleven (11) children in the care of one staff person.
At the time of inspection on 4/18/23, there were two areas in the ceiling of the main classroom with dark spots from water damage and peeling plaster. There were floor areas near the restroom, near the rear of the facility; that was separated and cracked both could pose a hazard to the children in care.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $67.83 | $55.72 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $67.83 | $55.72 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.49 | $52.77 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $59.54 | $49.58 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.23 | $46.90 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.55 | $39.36 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.55 | $39.36 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has Agape Childcare and Learning Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Apr 18, 2023 (staff ratios): “During the inspection on 4/18/23, eleven (11) children and one-staff person boarded a school bus (lease agreement with company) to transport the children to their neighboring elementary school. The staff person did not…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Agape Childcare and Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Agape Childcare and Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Agape Childcare and Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Feb 20, 2026. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does Agape Childcare and Learning Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #405 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Agape Childcare and Learning Center last inspected?
Apr 23, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Agape Childcare and Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.83 for newborn, $67.83 for infant, $63.49 for young toddler, $59.54 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Agape Childcare and Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Quiana Whitfield.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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