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Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19151

Children of the Future Learning Center LLC

7228 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19151 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 2

Children of the Future Learning Center LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 23 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 33 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (19 of 33). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 75% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
2 Core-safety citations
31 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
33 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 28, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 28, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Jul 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 4, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Apr 11, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 19
Emergency preparedness 4
Records & paperwork 4
Health & medication 2
Staff ratios 1
Supervision 1
Food & feeding 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jul 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
On 7/23/25 during the renewal inspection, there were missing receptacle covers located by the playpen, and front window of the facility
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 26, 2025): “Staff placed outlet covers into the missing outlets.”
Citation Jul 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 7/23/25 during the renewal inspection, there was a bottle Fabuluso cleaning product located on the sink and a glade air freshener plug-in located at the entrance of the facility that was accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 26, 2025): “All products have been removed and are locked up out of reach of children.”
Core safety Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.52
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the Staff#1 and Staff #2 were unable to state which specific children they were responsible for, for supervision/ ratio purposes. The staff members were also out of ratio and had all of the different age groups combined-(Infants, young toddlers, preschool, school age)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator will assure that staff ratios are maintained at all times including when mixed aged groups are present.in addition staff will know the names and whereabouts of the children that are specifically assigned to them. The operator will hire extra staff when necessary to maintain supervision.”
Core safety Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children/Supervision on and facility premises 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)/3270.113(a)(2)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the staff members were unable to state which specific children they were responsible for, for supervision/ ratio purposes. The staff members were also out of ratio and had all of the different age groups combined.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “he operator will assure that staff ratios are maintained at all times including when mixed aged groups are present.in addition staff will know the names and whereabouts of the children that are specifically assigned to them. The operator will hire extra staff when necessary to maintain supervision.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually/Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)/3270.27(d)
On 7/17/24, the facility did not have an updated emergency plan posted and available to view at a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator will assure that the emergency plan is posted in a conspicuous location for review at all times.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the fencing was missing the large wooden panels that guarded the heating/cooling system. The missing panels were placed against the gate inside the play yard which creates an unsafe area for the children
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The Operator have placed the barriers back around the air conditioning systems to prevent unsafe. conditions for the children.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, there were missing outlet covers in the main childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The Operator placed receptacle covers into missing outlets”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the first aid kit was placed on the children's table and was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The Operator has placed all first aid kits out of the reach of children and made sure that they are inaccessible to children.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
On July 17,2024 the facility did not have a first aid kit available to take on excursions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The Operator will assure that when children are out on a excursion, they will have a complete first aid kit including a bottle of water.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On July 17, 2024 during the renewal inspection: -There were used tissues placed by the children's bottles left on the children's tables -There were stains on the front window along with an empty beverage bottle -There was dirty mop water left in a pail near the kitchen -There was a dirty high chair table left in the sink in the childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator has fixed all of the items that were out of compliance and will do a daily check to make sure that the center is clean and free of visible hazards at all times.”
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Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Age appropriate/Facilitate child development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(a)/3270.101(b)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, there was no play equipment to support emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development for each age group of the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator has purchased toys for the facility to make sure that all developmental need of the children is met.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(a)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the facility was in need of developmental/ age appropriate play equipment and more materials for the children to use in each of the different age group settings for play.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator has purchased toys for the facility to make sure that all developmental need of the children is met. The facility will ensure that there are always materials available for the children to use.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Facilitate child development/Include 6 categories of development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(b)/3270.101(c)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the facility was in need of a variety of play equipment that supports emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. The operator has purchased toys for the facility to make sure that all developmental need of the…”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Large muscle development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(c)(6)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection Cert. rep noticed that the facility did not have materials for large muscle development to use in the outdoor playspace.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “Play equipment and materials and equipment for large muscle development have been purchased for the facility.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the green turf rug was loose and created a tripping hazard for the staff and children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The turf rug will be removed from the area”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
On 7/17/24, during the renewal inspection, the rest equipment used for the infants were against the wall, placed directly next to each other and not 2ft apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator will ensure that the rest equipment is 2ft apart at all times.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, none of the children's bottles were labeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The bottles were labeled with each of the missing children's names.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the facility did not have emergency drill logs available for view by the Certification rep.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator will assure that the facility will have emergency drill logs available for review at all times. The operator will create a file and have it readily accessible at all times.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the facility did not have fire drill logs available to view.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator will make sure that the fire drill logs are always available for review at all times. The facility will conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(2)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the facility did not have an emergency plan available for view that supports the evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator will assure that the facility will have an emergency plan that will support the evacuation of children from the facility in the event of an emergency that requires evacuation from the building. The operator has hired a consultant to train and help with this matter.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
On 7/17/24, during the renewal inspection owner stated that the files were not available to view.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator will assure that staff and children files are accessible to OCDEL at all times. The files will be replaced in a locked file cabinet and director and or designated person in charge will make files available.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, there was no plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator will make sure that age-appropriate daily activities are posted at all times for each age group.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child/Current 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)/3270.181(b)
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the owner stated that the children's files were not up to date or available to be viewed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator will make sure that all of the children's files are up to date and available to be viewed.”
Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the owner stated that the staff files were unable to be viewed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2024): “The operator will make sure that all of the children's files are up to date and available to be viewed.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
On 04/11/2023, during the initial inspection, tape was missing from the first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2023): “Tape was placed in the first aid kit.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 04/11/2023, during the initial inspection, the following was observed: A loose nail was present in the corner of the front window, shovels, brooms, a rake and 2 small barrels of black mulch were present in the playspace, and a hole was present on the bottom of the bathroom door
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2023): “Nail was removed on day of inspection, shovels, brooms, rake and the barrels of black mulch will be removed from the outside PlaySpace. The hole in the door will be spackled.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toilet and sinks proper height 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(e)
On 04/11/2023, during the initial inspection, there were no step stools at the classroom sink or in the bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2023): “Step stools were placed at the classroom sink and inside the bathroom.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
On 04/11/2023, during the initial, hand washing signs with the written requirement wash hands before eating and after toileting was not present over the classroom sink.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2023): “Handwashing was posted.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
On 04/11/2023, during the initial inspection, a lidded trash can was not present in the toilet area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2023): “A lidded trash can will be placed outside the door of the facility bathroom.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Large muscle development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(c)(6)
On 04/11/2023, during the initial inspection, there was an insufficient amount of materials/toys for gross motor activity.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2023): “Will obtain more gross motor toys.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(e)
On 04/11/2023, during the initial inspection, brown mulch with large and small pieces that were less than 1 inch in diameter, including two barrels of black mulch were present in the outdoor playspace that will be used to accommodate all children ranging from infant to school age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2023): “Mulch will be removed and turf will be placed over it.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
On 04/11/2023, during the initial inspection, a hands free trash can was not present by the diapering table in the bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2023): “A hands free, plastic lined trash can will be placed in the bathroom next to the diapering table.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Associate's + 3 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)
On 04/11/2023, during the initial inspection, the record of Staff person #1, did not contain 3 years of child care experience, in order to qualify for the position they were hired for.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2023): “Verification of 3 years of child care experience will be obtained for Staff person #1.”

“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) $61.00 $51.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $61.00 $51.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $58.00 $48.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $54.00 $44.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $51.00 $42.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $42.00 $36.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $42.00 $36.00

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 23 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate dated through Oct 14, 2026 (renewal pending)
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Mar 6, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Children Of The Future Learning Center LLC
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 883-0918
State certificate # CER-00247570
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Common questions

Has Children of the Future Learning Center LLC 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 Jul 17, 2024 (staff ratios): “On 7/17/24 during the renewal inspection, the Staff#1 and Staff #2 were unable to state which specific children they were responsible for, for supervision/ ratio purposes. The staff members were also out of ratio and…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Children of the Future Learning Center LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Children of the Future Learning Center LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Children of the Future Learning Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Mar 6, 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 Children of the Future Learning Center LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #977 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Children of the Future Learning Center LLC last inspected?

Jul 28, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Children of the Future Learning Center LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $61.00 for newborn, $61.00 for infant, $58.00 for young toddler, $54.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Children of the Future Learning Center LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Children Of The Future Learning Center LLC.

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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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