Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19107

Green Tree Childcare & Learning Center

917 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 · Philadelphia County

1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Green Tree Childcare & Learning Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 58 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 31 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (8 of 31). 2 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #701 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 54% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical

Tied for #701 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia

4 Core-safety citations

27 Other citations

6 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

31 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 26, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 8

Training & qualifications 7

Background checks 4

Building & playground safety 3

Emergency preparedness 3

Health & medication 2

Food & feeding 2

Transportation 1

Other standards 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Aug 26, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 08/26/26, Certification Representative reviewed Staff's 1 content of records. The content of records of Staff #1contained an expired NSOR clearance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “The director will make sure to have Staff #1 complete a new NSOR clearance,”

Citation Aug 26, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 08/26/26, Certification Representative review Staff's #1 and Staff's #2 content of records. The content of records of Staff #1, and Staff #2 contained an expired Health assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “The director will ensure Staff # 1 and Staff #2 completes a new Health Assessment by a health professional.”

Core safety Aug 27, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/27/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the files of Staff's 1, Staff's 2, Staff's 3, Staff's 4, Staff's 5, and Staff's 7. Staff's 1, Staff's 2, Staff's 4 and Staff's 7 files did not include current NSOR Clearances. Staff's 1, Staff's 4, and Staff's 5 files did not include current State Police Clearances. Staff's 4, and Staff's 5 files did not include current FBI Clearances. Staff's 5 files did not include current Child Abuse Clearance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2025): “The provider immediately will have the staff complete all the new clearances to remain compliant in the center.”

Citation Aug 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/27/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the files of Staff's 2, and Staff's 3. Both staff files did not include a current annual fire safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2025): “The provider will make sure Staff #2, and Staff #3 schedule and a complete a fire safety training.”

Citation Aug 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/27/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the files of Staff's 1, and Staff's 3. Staff's 1 and Staff's 3 did not include current mandating reporting Certificates.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2025): “The provider will have Staff 1 and Staff 2 will complete the new training for mandating reporter.”

Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)

During a renewal Inspection conducted on 07/17/2024, the Certification Representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility, and noticed cleaning materials placed accessible to children on the shelf in the Pre-school Room restroom. (Corrected on Site)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “The Primary staff immediately removed all cleaning materials and place the cleaning materials in a higher place inaccessible to the children. (Corrected on Site)”

Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding

Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107

During a renewal inspection conducted on 07/17/2024, the Certification Representative checked both refrigerators in the lobby, and both temperatures read 53 degrees.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2024): “The Director will order two working thermostats.”

Citation Jul 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 07/17/24, the Certification Representative reviewed Child's #1, Child's #2, Child's #3, and Child's #4 Emergency contact forms, and the Emergency contact form was not reviewed every 6 months.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2024): “The Director will ask parents to review the emergency contact or sign it.”

Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 08/30/23, the Certification Representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility, and noticed the restrooms in the Mixed Toddlers room, School age room, the playroom, and classroom #3 did not have the proper handwashing posting sign.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2023): “The operator posted the new proper handwashing sign throughout the facility.”

Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding

Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107

During a renewal inspection conducted on 08/30/23, the Certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility and noticed the refrigerator in the hallway where the snacks are placed, did not have a thermostat placed in the refrigerator.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2023): “The operator ordered a new thermostat for the refrigerator.”

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Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 08/30/23, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #6 content of records, and Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #6 did not provide an update Health Assessment required every two years.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2023): “The operator had staff complete the Health Assessment as required.”

Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 08/30/23, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff # 5 contents of records, and Staff #5 did not provide an updated mandating reporter training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2023): “The operator had Staff #5 take the course and complete the training.”

Citation Aug 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 08/30/23, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff #1, Staff #4, Staff #6, and Staff #7 content of records and discovered Staff #1, Staff #4, Staff #6, and Staff #7 did not provide a 10-hour Health and Safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2023): “The operator had staffs listed above complete the 10-hour Health and Safety training.”

Core safety Oct 18, 2022 Inspection Background checks

CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2022, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain a disclosure statement. Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2022): “Update the disclosure statement”

Citation Oct 18, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2022, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 and 2 files did not contain verification of fire safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2022): “Staff member # 1 and 2 had completed their training hours but didn't have them printed out and in their files.”

Citation Oct 18, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2022, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 and 2 files did not contain an annual employee evaluation conducted every 12 months.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2022): “Had them done and make sure the date is on the form.”

Citation Oct 18, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2022, 3 child files were reviewed. Child # 1, 2 and 3 files contained emergency contact forms that did not list the enrolling parents working telephone number and address.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2022): “Had parents fill out the missing content.”

Citation Oct 18, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2022, 3 child files were reviewed. Child # 3 file contained an emergency contact form that was dated 3/19/2022. It was not updated on 9/19/2022 as required for a 6 month review.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2022): “Had the parent renew the contract form.”

Citation Oct 18, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2022, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 and 2 file did not contain a transcript to verify that they meet the educational requirement for their position.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2022): “The staff requested the transcripts from their schools.”

Citation Oct 18, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/18/2022, Certification Representative observed that the facility did not have the current certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2022): “The current COC was posted by the main entrance.”

Core safety Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES. STAFF #1 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN A CHILD ABUSE CLEARANE NOR A DISCLOSURE STATEMENT FORM & #2 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN A DISCLOSURE STATEMENT.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2022): “The provider will have the staff complete the missing information.”

Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE EMERGENCY PLAN, THE PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE METHODS TO CONTACT PARENTS, METHODS TO INFORM PARENTS EMERGENCY HAS ENDED AND HOW TO REUNTE THE CHILDREN.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2022): “The provider will use the template to include the information needed for the plan.”

Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES, STAFF #1 DID NOT CONTAIN AN EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2022): “The provider will do the emergency plan training with the staff.”

Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH A FIRST-AID KIT WAS MISSING IN THE PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2022): “The provider moved the extra first aid kit from the office into the classroom.”

Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Transportation

Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(b)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH, THE FACILITY DID NOT CONTAIN A PICK UP OR DROP OFF PROCEDURE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2022): “The provider created a pick up and drop of procedure and posted it.”

Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(2)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE EMERGENCY PLAN, THE PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE LOCK-DOWN, SHELTER IN PLACE, NOR AN EVACUATIONPLAN.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2022): “The provider used the emergency plan template to create their emergency plan.”

Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES, STAFF #1 DID NOT CONTAIN HEALTH AND SAFETY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2022): “The staff completed the training.”

Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Other standards

Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH THE DAILY ACTIVITIES POSTING IS MISSIN IN THE PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2022): “The provider printed the activity schedules and posted it in the classrooms”

Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information/Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)/3270.124(f)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 CHILDREN'S, CHILD #2 EMGEGENCY CONTACT FORM DID NOT CONTAIN THE HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE OR POLICY NUMBER. CHILD #1 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN AN UPDATED EMERGENCY CONSENT FORM.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2022): “The provider requested the parents to update the forms.”

Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(4)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 CHILDREN'S FILES, CHILD #2 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN AN EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM WITH CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE AND CONSENTS FOR SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2022): “The provider requested the parents to update the forms.”

Citation Mar 17, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)/3270.182(6)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 CHILDREN'S FILES, CHILD #2 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN AN EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM WITH CONSENT FOR MINOR FIRST-AID, CONSENT FOR TRANSPORTATION, WALKING EXCURSIONS, SWIMMING, AND WADING.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2022): “The provider requested the parents to update the forms.”

“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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.)	$100.00	—
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.)	$90.00	—
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.)	$85.00	—
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K)	$80.00	—
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.)	$70.00	$70.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.)	$70.00	$70.00

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 58 children

Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)

Certificate dated through Oct 12, 2026 (renewal pending)

Keystone STARS STAR 1
since May 27, 2022 · what STARS means

Operator Green Tree Childcare Learning Center LLC

Hours Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare

Phone (215) 238-9885

State certificate # CER-00246412

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Common questions

Has Green Tree Childcare & Learning Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Aug 26, 2026 (background checks): “During a renewal inspection conducted on 08/26/26, Certification Representative reviewed Staff's 1 content of records. The content of records of Staff #1contained an expired NSOR clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Green Tree Childcare & Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Green Tree Childcare & 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 Green Tree Childcare & Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective May 27, 2022. 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 Green Tree Childcare & Learning Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #701 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Green Tree Childcare & Learning Center last inspected?

Aug 26, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Green Tree Childcare & Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $100.00 for infant, $90.00 for young toddler, $85.00 for older toddler, $80.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Green Tree Childcare & Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Green Tree Childcare 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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