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Grow Together Learning Center

1427 Wharton St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Grow Together Learning Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 11 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 37 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (11 of 37). 7 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 #609 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 51% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #609 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
4 Core-safety citations
33 Other citations
8 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
37 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 7 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 29, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 29, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 7, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 22, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 15, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 8, 2024 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 11
Records & paperwork 9
Emergency preparedness 5
Background checks 4
Health & medication 4
Building & playground safety 4

Citations, newest first

Citation Jul 29, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 07/29/26, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #1 content of records. The content of records for Staff #1 did not include an annual emergency plan review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2026): “The provider will make sure to have review the emergency plan with Staff #1.”
Citation Jul 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 07/29/26, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #1 content of records. The content of records for Staff #1 did not complete an annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2026): “The provider will make sure Staff #1 completes the fire safety training.”
Core safety Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 04/07/26, the certification representative reviewed the content of records of Staff's #2 file. Staff's #2 content of records contained the incorrect FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 18, 2026): “The owner will make to have staff # 2 schedule and complete a correct FBI Clearance for DHS.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 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 an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 04/07/26, the certification representative reviewed the content of records of Staff's #1 file. Staff's #1 content of records contained an expired Health Assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “The owner will make sure to have Staff #1 make an appointment for a new health assessment.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 04/07/26, the certification representative reviewed the content of records of Staff's #1 file. Staff's #1 content of records contained had an expired Fire Safety Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 18, 2026): “The owner will make to Staff #1 complete a new fire safety training.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 04/07/26, the certification representative reviewed the content of records of Staff's #2 file. Staff's #2 content of records contained did not contain the required Health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2026): “The owner will make sure to have staff #2 complete the health and safety trainings.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 04/07/26, the certification representative reviewed the content of records of Staff's #file. Staff's #2content of records did not contain a required mandating reporting training certificate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 18, 2026): “The owner will make to give staff #2 ample time to complete the mandating reporting training,”
Citation Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(b)/3270.192(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 06/18/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #2, and Staff's #3 content of records. Staff #2, and Staff #3 content of records did not include an initial Health Assessment including TB results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2025): “The Director will make sure to have staff #2, and Staff #3 schedule an appointment as soon as possible.”
Citation Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 06/18/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the emergency plan and observed the emergency plan was not send to the local municipality and the county emergency agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2025): “The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Citation Jul 22, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 06/18/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's # 1 content of records. Staff #1 content of records did not include 12 hours of trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “The director will make to complete 12 hours training.”
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Core safety Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 6/18/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #3 content of records. Staff's #3 content of records did not include a State Police or FBI Clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “The Director will make Staff #2, and Staff #3 will complete and/or check the status of the missing clearances.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 06/18/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the emergency plan and observed the emergency plan was not annually updated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 18, 2025): “The director will update the emergency plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 06/18/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #2, and Staff's #3 content of records. The content of records of Staff #2, and Staff #3 did not contain an initial emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “The Director will go over the emergency plan with the staff after updating the emergency plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 6/18/25, the Certification Representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility and observed the wall with peeled paint in the Indoor Gym room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “The Director will have the wall painted as soon as possible”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 6/18/25, the Certification Representative conducted a walkthrough the facilly and observed the surface of the sink is loose.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “The Director will schedule to have someone fix the sink.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 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 06/18/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #2, and Staff's #3 content of records. Staff #2, and Staff #3 content of records did not include an initial Health Assessment including TB results.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “The Director will make sure to have staff #2, and Staff #3 schedule an appointment as soon as possible.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 06/18/25, the Certification Representative reviewed the emergency plan and observed the emergency plan was not send to the local municipality and the county emergency agency.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “The director will make to sure to send / email/ or hand delivery a copy of the emergency plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 06/18/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #2, and Staff's #3 content of records. Staff #2, and Staff #3 content of records did not include two written letters of references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “The Director will make sure to have Staff #2, and Staff #3 provide two letters of references,”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 06/18/25, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's # 1 content of records. Staff #1 content of records did not include 12 hours of trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “The director will make to complete 12 hours training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and training 55 Pa. Code §3280.31(f)(10)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 7/12/2024, the Certification Representative reviewed staff's #2 content of records, and the content of records for Staff #2 did not contain a Pediatric First Aid Training within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2024): “The owner will make sure staff #2 completes the required Pediatric First Aid Training.”
Citation Jul 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and training 55 Pa. Code §3280.31(f)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 7/12/2024, the Certification Representative reviewed staff's #2 content of records, and the content of records for Staff #2 did not contain a Health and Safety training within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2024): “The owner will make sure staff #2 completes the required 10-hour Health and Safety training.”
Citation Jul 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection on 7/12/24, the Certification Representative reviewed Child's #1, Child's #2, and Child's #3 Fee Agreement. Child's #1, Child's #2 and Child's #3 Fee Agreement did not have the date of Admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “The owner will make sure all the corrections are made in its entirely manner.”
Citation Jul 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 07/12/2024, the Certification Representative reviewed Child's #1 1, and Child's #3 Emergency contact. Child's #1 Emergency contact did not have the health insurance policy coverage and policy number. Child's # 3 Emergency contact did not have the health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “The owner will make sure all the corrections are made in its entirely manner.”
Citation Jul 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 07/12/2024, the Certification Representative reviewed Child's #1 1, and Child's #2 Emergency contact. Child's #1 Emergency contact did not have the release of person's address and phone number
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “The owner will make sure all the corrections are made in its entirely manner.”
Core safety Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)
At the time of file review on 3/15/24, The record for Staff person #1 (hire date see code sheet), did not include a DHS FBI fingerprint clearance. The record included a Department of Education FBI clearance which is not acceptable. (The following violation is a continuation from the initial inspection conducted on 2/5/24).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Will complete Clearances through Department of Human Services.”
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3280.26(c)
At the time of file review on 3/15/24, staff person #1 did not provide evidence that Emergency Plan training was received. (The following violation is a continuation from the initial inspection conducted on 2/5/24).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Will complete training on 3/21/24.”
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3280.192(5)
At the time of file review on 3/15/24, the record for staff person #1, did not include required two written nonfamily references. Staff person #2, provided one nonfamily reference at the time of review. (The following violation is a continuation from the initial inspection conducted on 2/5/24).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Will submit new references.”
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and training 55 Pa. Code §3280.31(f)
At the time of file review on 3/15/24, CPR reviewed was not acceptable. The CPR did not include Pediatric CPR/ Pediatric First Aid. It was not an approved training or conducted by a PQAS approved instructor. (The following violation is a continuation from the initial inspection conducted on 2/5/24).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Will complete correct training.”
Core safety Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)
During the initial inspection conducted on February 8, 2024, the record reviewed for staff person #1, (hire date see code sheet), did not include an FBI fingerprint clearance, Mandated Reporter training and National Sex Offender Registry training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Receipt of fingerprints was provided in file. Will complete application to obtain updated NSOR clearance. Staff person #1, will be removed from the childcare position.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3280.65
During the Initial Inspection on February 8, 2024, protective receptacle covers were missing from the main (room #1), located under staff desk in the front main childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Missing electrical outlet covers will be replaced.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3280.75(c)
During Initial Inspection on February 8, 2024, Room #2 childcare space, First Aid kit was not equipped with all First Aid kit items, such as (e.g. Scissors, gloves, band-aids, gauze, tweezers, tape and soap).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “First-Aid kit will be put in Room # 2 with all items available.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3280.151(a)/3280.192(3)
During the initial inspection on February 8, 2024, the record reviewed for Staff #1 and 2, did not include an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Will get copy of recent results from my doctor office.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Liability Insurance 55 Pa. Code §3280.17
During the Initial Inspection on February 8, 2024, the facility file did not include comprehensive general liability insurance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Will provide copy of Liability Insurance Policy.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3280.26(c)
During the initial inspection on February 8, 2024, the record reviewed for staff person #1, did not include verification of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Emergency plan training will be completed and updated in file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 30 credits/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3280.34(b)(1)/3280.192(2)(ii)
During the initial inspection conducted on February 8, 2024, the record reviewed for staff person #2, did not include verification of education to qualify the staff person, for the position performing (primary staff person).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2024): “Will provide copies of degree received.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3280.192(5)
During the Initial Inspection on February 8, 2024, the record reviewed for staff #1 and #2, did not include two written nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Will get references from my previous job.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and training 55 Pa. Code §3280.31(f)
During the initial inspection on February 8, 2024, staff person #1 shall complete professional development in the following topics (Pediatric first-aid/CPR training, Mandated reporter training and Health and Safety training).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Will obtain the following trainings and complete First-Aid/CPR training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

“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.) $67.83 $55.72
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $63.49 $52.27
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $59.54 $49.58
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $56.23 $46.90
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $55.55 $39.36
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $55.55 $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

Capacity 11 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate dated through Sep 22, 2026 (renewal pending)
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Sep 27, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator Grow Together Learning Center LLC
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 239-9000
State certificate # CER-00243333
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Common questions

Has Grow Together 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 Apr 7, 2026 (background checks): “During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 04/07/26, the certification representative reviewed the content of records of Staff's #2 file. Staff's #2 content of records contained the incorrect FBI…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Grow Together Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Grow Together 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 Grow Together Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Sep 27, 2024. 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 Grow Together Learning Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #609 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Grow Together Learning Center last inspected?

Jul 29, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Grow Together Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $67.83 for infant, $63.49 for young toddler, $59.54 for older toddler, $56.23 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Grow Together Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Grow Together Learning Center LLC.

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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