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Care to Learn Child Development CTR

5322 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 3

Care to Learn Child Development CTR is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 76 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 46 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (17 of 46). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,035 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 82% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #1,035 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
3 Core-safety citations
43 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
46 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 5, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jan 5, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Dec 16, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 24, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 7, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 22, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 17
Building & playground safety 12
Emergency preparedness 6
Training & qualifications 6
Health & medication 2
Staff ratios 1
Supervision 1
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jan 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
Observed school age first aid kit missing soap and play space first aid kit missing gloves.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2026): “Provider will add soap and gloves to first aid kit.”
Citation Jan 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed school age bathroom sink detaching from wall. Observed broken tile in toddler classroom. Observed play space unclean.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2026): “Provider will have bathroom sink and broken tile fixed. Provider will also have play space swept and cleaned.”
Core safety Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During the inspection, it was observed that the school age room with mixed ages was out of ratio. It had 13 school age children (k-4th grade) with only one staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director took the youngest child out of the classroom and placed her in preschool where there was 2 teachers.”
Core safety Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the inspection, it was observed that staff 5, was unaware of how many children were in her classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff person 5 will be required to count children every 15 minutes and complete a ratio sheet. Admin will have to sign off throughout the day. Staff 5 had to review the supervision policy and sign off.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan had not review in the last year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The emergency plan was reviewed and updated.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
While conducting my inspection I observed an unlocked cabinet in the school age room with cleaning supplies in it.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The cleaning supplies were removed from the cabinet.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility's water was temping at 118 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The water heater's temperature was adjusted and lowered.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
While conducting my inspection I observed that the indoor play space did not have a first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “A first aid kit has been placed in the indoor play space. It is in a locked closet inside of the play space.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
While conducting my inspection I observed that the first aid kit in the school age room was accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The cabinet that contained the first aid kit, now has a key that will lock it.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105
While conducting my inspection I observed that the highchair did not have a T-shape safety strap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The high chairs were removed from the classroom.”
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Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
While conducting my inspection I observed that the rest equipment in the infant room was not labeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The infant cribs and cots are labeled with numbers. A cot chart is also posted inside of the classroom.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
While conducting my inspection I observed that child 11 did not have a completed medication log.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Parent completed the medication log for the medicine.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency place did not accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “An emergency accommodation letter letter has been posted in the entrance of the building.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
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
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “I plan to correct this noncompliance by modifying the policy we currently have and to add more specifics regarding how to prevent and identifying maltreatment.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
General Health and Safety/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.31(f)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not have their 6 or 10 health & safety training, and 3, 4, did not have their 1 hour updated health & safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “I plan to correct my non-compliance by having each staff person complete the required trainings.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 4, did not contain a current fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff 2 and 4 completed the fire safety trainings as required.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not contain a current written evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff 3 has a completed evaluation.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
While conducting my inspection I observed that the infant room, and the toddler room did not have a posted daily schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “A daily classroom schedule is posted inside of the infant and toddler room.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that children 1-5, and 7-9 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The parents provided the required information and if they did not have it, N/A was provided in the space.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 7, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Parent provided the required information.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 4-9, did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Parents provided the required information for the designated person.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the inspection, it was observed that the toddler room did not have a posted transportation plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “A transportation plan is posted in the toddler classroom.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 9, was missing signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Medicine was given back to parent.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not contain their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff will complete annual hours.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed chipped tile in toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “Provider will have chipped tile replaced.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed crib not fully put together with loose screws in young Pre-K child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “Provider will remove crib until it is fully put together.”
Core safety Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include current FBI clearance. FBI clearance included in file was last completed on 07/14/17. Staff person 2 file failed to include current PA state police clearance. PA state clearance included in file was last completed on 01/24/18. Staff person 3 file failed to include DHS FBI clearance. File included DOE FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2023): “Staff persons 1, 2 and 3 will not return to facility until required CPSL clearances are provided.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
In review of emergency plan documents, facility's emergency plan failed to include statement regarding continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2023): “Emergency plan will be updated to include a statement addressing continuity of operations.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 02/07/23, cert rep observed electrical outlets in preschool rooms 1 and 2 did not contain protective receptacle covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2023): “Outlet covers placed in electrical outlets.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 02/07/23, cert rep observed based board located in large preschool room was lifting from wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 9, 2023): “Baseboard will be repaired.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 02/07/23, cert rep observed peeled paint on walls in school classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2023): “Peeled paint was repaired.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
In review of emergency plan documentation, emergency plan failed to provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2023): “The facility's emergency plan will be updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
In review of emergency plan documents, facility failed to have conducted an annual drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2023): “A drill on the emergency plan will be conducted.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
In review of emergency plan documents, cert rep observed emergency plan failed to address lock-down procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2023): “The facility's emergency plan will be updated to include shelter of children during emergency lock down at the facility.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
In review of health and safety documentation, facility failed to have a written policy addressing shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2023): “Policy will be implemented to address shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
Operator did not have a copy of facility's current liability insurance on file at the time of the renewal inspection on Tuesday, 02/07/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2023): “A copy of the current liability insurance will be placed on file.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)
In review of health and safety documents, staff persons 2 and 5 had not completed professional development training in the required health and safety topics. Staff persons 2 and 5 completed Health and Safety Basics: Requirements for Certification after 06/30/18, which is no longer counted towards the new health and safety professional development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 9, 2023): “Staff persons 2 and 5 will not work unsupervised with children until required health and safety training is completed.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
In review of staff files, staff persons 2, 3, 4 and 5 file failed to include verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2023): “Staff persons 2, 3, 4 and 5 will provide child care verification.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
In review of staff files, staff person 4 file failed to have two written nonfamily references. File only included 1 letter of references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2023): “Staff person 4 will provide two nonfamily references.”
Citation Mar 22, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/22/2022, 12 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11 and 12 files contained a fee agreement that did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2022): “There are no extra services provided at this time, therefore it is not applicable.”
Citation Mar 22, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/22/2022, 12 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the telephone number of the emergency contact person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2022): “Parent will provide the emergency contact telephone number.”
Citation Mar 22, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/22/2022,12 child files were reviewed. Child # 12 file contained a emergency contact form that did not list the telephone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2022): “Parent will complete parent's work and or home telephone number on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Mar 22, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/22/2022, 12 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the enrolling parents work telephone number. Child # 12 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the enrolling parent's work telephone number and work address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2022): “Parent will complete parent's work and or home telephone number on emergency contact.”
Citation Mar 22, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/22/2022, 12 child files were reviewed. Child # 9 file contained an emergency contact form that did not address the section regarding information on the child's special needs
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2022): “Parent will complete the special needs section of the emergency contact form.”
Citation Mar 22, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/22/2022, 12 child files were reviewed. Child#4, 8 and 10 files contained emergency contact forms that did not have the address of the person designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child # 2 and 4 files contained an emergency contact form that did not list the telephone number of the person designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2022): “Parents will complete the designated emergency person section and provide home address and telephone numbers.”
Citation Mar 22, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/22/2022, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 contained a PA Drivers License that expired on 6/30/2021. Staff member # 3 file contained PA Drivers License that expired on 1/5/2019. These are not acceptable as verification of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2022): “Staff will provide updated copies of PA drivers License. Staff member # 2 submitted a valid PA DL with the expiration date of 3/18/2022. Staff member # 3 submitted a valid PA DL with the expiration date of 1/5/2023.”

“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) $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

Capacity 76 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 4, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 3
since Apr 30, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Care To Learn Child Development CTR INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 724-2426
State certificate # CER-00251803
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Common questions

Has Care to Learn Child Development CTR had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Dec 16, 2024 (staff ratios): “During the inspection, it was observed that the school age room with mixed ages was out of ratio. It had 13 school age children (k-4th grade) with only one staff.” 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 CTR?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Care to Learn Child Development CTR since 2021. 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 CTR’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 3, effective Apr 30, 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 CTR compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,035 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Care to Learn Child Development CTR last inspected?

Jan 5, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Care to Learn Child Development CTR 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 CTR?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Care To Learn Child Development CTR INC.

Certified centers nearby

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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