Care to Learn Child Development Center
Care to Learn Child Development Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 69 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 60 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (19 of 60). 12 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 77% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Continued non-compliant, it was observed that staff 1, & 2, did not know whom they were responsible.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not contain emergency plan training.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain a physical on the correct form.
During the inspection, it was observed that staff 1, & 2, did not know whom they were responsible.
During the inspection, I observed cleaning products in an unlocked cabinet over the toilet in the bathroom. Also, open laundry detergent was placed in the middle of the floor in the basement classroom.
While conducting my inspection I observed feces all over the floor in the basement room closet.
While conducting my inspection I observed that the chair in both the rooms in the basement was dirty.
While conducting my inspection I observed that the peeling paint, and plaster in the little room towards the back.
During the inspection, it was observed that that several lights were out in the back room in the basement.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not completed nor sent in their civil rights form.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have the update and required policy changes for shaken baby syndrome. 1. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
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During the inspection, it was observed that while the staff were outside with the children 3 other children went into the facility for about 3-5minutes with no supervision.
During the inspection, it was observed that there was cleaning supplies in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom under the sink. There was also hand sanitizer out however that was corrected onsite.
During the inspection, it was observed that the water in the facility is testing at 130 degrees.
During the inspection, it was observed that the floor in the basement front room had water on it and coming through the floorboards.
While conducting my inspection I observed that the pick-up and drop off procedures were not posted. However, this was corrected onsite.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have the update and required policy changes for shaken baby syndrome. 1. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility had not sent in their civil rights documentation.
During the inspection, it was observed that the room in the basement to the right smells like gas.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have documentation of the fire system being tested currently.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain their annual fire safety training.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain their annual written staff evaluations.
During the inspection, it was observed that there was no posted written daily activities and routines that fit the before & after school in any of the classrooms.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not have all the required signatures at the bottom of the emergency contact sheet.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not obtain their 12 hours of childcare training.
During my investigation, I found out that staff 1 is left alone with 15 children ranging in age from 4-11 years old.
During my investigation, I was made aware that there was only the bus driver on the bus with children ranging from age 4-11 years old.
During my investigation, I was made aware that the children are transported on the bus with seat belts.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include how they were going to contact their parents during and after an emergency.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's water was temping at 138 degrees.
During my inspection I observed that peeling paint in the front and side room. Broken wall cover in the block area of the side room.
During my inspection I observed that the front room in the basement was not set up.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not sent over a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not have their annual written evaluation.
During my inspection I observed that the side room, and both the rooms in the basement did not have a posted daily schedule.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, 3, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 4, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not include their 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection dated 4/24/2023, certification representative observed that there were two electrical outlets with no receptacle covers on them in the first floor left room.
During the renewal inspection dated 4/24/2023, certification representative observed that there was chipped paint throughout the facility and in the downstairs bathroom there was a hole in the plaster wall.
During the renewal inspection dated 4/24/2023, certification representative observed that a rolled up rug was obstructing the basement exit.
During renewal inspection dated 4/24/2023, certification representative observed that the bottom of cubby was soiled in first floor left room.
During the renewal inspection dated 4/24/2023, certification representative reviewed files for staff person #1, and the most recent health assessment was completed prior to the 24 month period required by the regulations. The most recent health assessment for staff person #1 is dated 11/13/2020.
During renewal inspection dated 4/24/2023, certification representative reviewed documentation onsite. The provider did not have an updated letter with a copy of the current emergency plan sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.
During renewal inspection dated 4/24/2023, certification representative reviewed documentation onsite. The provider did not have an updated letter to the local traffic safety authorities.
During the complaint investigation on 11/17/2022, certification representative observed that there was plaster coming off both walls in the entranceway near the cubbies, also downstairs in the bathroom there was a hole in the plaster. On first floor, after the cubbies on the right the paint was peeling, and also on the black wall near the tables the paint was peeling.
During the complaint investigation dated 11/17/2022, certification representative observed that there were 4 electrical outlets downstairs and one electrical outlet on first floor that did not have protective receptacle covers on them and the outlets were accessible to children.
The Disclosure statements in the files for Staff Person #1 and #2, who began child care in the past 12 months, were on an outdated form. The disclosure statement in the file for Staff Person #1 was not dated. The NSOR application and certificate date in the file for Staff Person #1 were after the staff person's first day in child care. Fingerprint date for FBI and application date for NSOR certificate in the file for Staff Person #2 were after the staff person's first day in child care. NSOR Certificate in the file for Staff Person #3, who was working prior to September, 2019, was dated 9/17/20, which was after the 7/1/20 deadline.
The most recent annual emergency plan training for all staff exceeded 12 months between trainings: 7/2/20-11/8/21.
Building surfaces: observed metal poles and broken pieces of wood in the pathway that serves as the exit from the outdoor play space to the main entrance. Observed two loose screws on the wooden panel in the S/A bathroom, which caused the panel to separate from the wall.
Observed tears on two boppies in the Infant Room, which exposed the inner foam. This presents a potential hazard for children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
The refrigerator in the infant room lacked a working thermometer.
The most recent updated health reports in the file for Child #1 exceeded 12 months between reports.
The most recent Health Assessments in the files for Staff Person #3 and #5 exceeded 24 months between assessments. The initial health assessment and TB screening in the file for Staff Person #4 was conducted after the staff person's first day working in child care.
Bottles were not labeled in the infant room.
The current Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification in the file for Staff Person #4 was conducted on 4/12/22 after the previous certification expired on 1/1/22.
The files for Staff Person #3 and #4 did not include a written evaluation from the Director within the past year. The first written evaluation in the file for Staff Person #6 was conducted on 10/7/21, which was more than one year after the staff person's first day working in child care.
There were no emergency contact forms in the infant room for Child #2 and #3 who were receiving care in this room.
The file for Staff Person #4 included 6 hours of annual training for the period 12/19/20 through 12/19/21. The file for Staff Person #5 included 8 hours of annual training for the period 12/19/20 through 12/19/21.
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $74.00 | $63.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $74.00 | $63.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $68.00 | $57.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $62.00 | $53.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $57.00 | $51.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $52.00 | $41.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $52.00 | $41.00 |
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 Care to Learn Child Development Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Jun 25, 2026 (supervision): “Continued non-compliant, it was observed that staff 1, & 2, did not know whom they were responsible.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Care to Learn Child Development Center?
Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Care to Learn Child Development Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jun 8, 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 Care to Learn Child Development Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 77% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Care to Learn Child Development Center last inspected?
Jun 25, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Care to Learn Child Development Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $74.00 for newborn, $74.00 for infant, $68.00 for young toddler, $62.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Care to Learn Child Development Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Care To Learn Child Development CTR INC.
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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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