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Pennsylvania · Upper Darby

Growing Together Learning Center

6910 Ludlow St, Upper Darby, PA 19082 · Delaware County
3 core-safety citations in last 12 months 2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 1

Growing Together Learning Center is a certified child care center in Upper Darby, PA, with capacity for 112 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 26 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (7 of 26). 18 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #18 of 31 centers in Upper Darby and has more citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 52% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #18 of 31 centers in Upper Darby
5 Core-safety citations
21 Other citations
6 Inspections
2 Complaint investigations that found violations
26 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 18 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 20, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 20, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 18, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 20, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 29, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Aug 28, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Aug 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 15, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 15, 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 7
Building & playground safety 6
Health & medication 5
Supervision 3
Staff ratios 2
Training & qualifications 2
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed in room #4 that staff #1 was alone supervising 21 school age children, in room #6 staff #2 was alone supervising 14 preschool age children, in room #8 staff #3 was alone supervising 9 younger toddler age children, in room #3 staff #4 was alone supervising 9 older toddler age children, in room #2 staff #5 was alone supervising 10 older toddler children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “Staffing was immediately adjusted to ensure that the required staff-to-child ratios are maintained in each classroom. Staff were reminded of the required ratios and that proper staffing must be maintained at all times.”
Core safety Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that staff #6 could not identify the specific children that she was assigned to supervise.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The staff member was immediately reminded of the children assigned to her supervision and of her responsibility to know their names and whereabouts at all times.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that there was 1 electrical outlet in room #4, 1 electrical outlet in room #5, and 1 electrical outlet in room #8 that did not have a protective receptacle covers on them.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “Protective receptacle covers were immediately placed on the identified electrical outlets in Rooms 4, 5, and 8.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that toxic substances were accessible to the children in room #5, room #6, room #7, room #8, the infant room, and classroom #2. In room #5 there was furniture polish near the sink. In room #6 there was a sprayer bottle with Lysol on the sink. In room #7 there was Awesome bathroom cleaner in an unlocked cabinet under the sink. In room #8 there were two bottles, one had the cleaner Fabulosa and water, and the second one had bleach and water in it and both were on the sink, also there was Arm and Hammer baking soda on top of the toy kitchen shelf. In the infant room there was A&D Ointment on the changing table, and in room #2 there was Palmolive dish detergent on the sink.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “All identified cleaning materials and other items were immediately removed from areas accessible to children and placed in locked or inaccessible areas.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that in the 3rd floor hallway there were three floor tiles that were broken.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The three broken floor tiles in the third-floor hallway were repaired, and the area was restored to a safe condition.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that there was chipping paint in the 3rd floor hallway and the 3rd floor exit door, and in room #7 there was chipping plaster near three of the windows.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The identified areas of chipping paint and plaster were repaired, patched, and repainted as necessary.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that the 3rd floor stairwell door was blocked by a cleaning bucket and mop on both sides of the door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The cleaning bucket and mop were immediately removed from the third-floor stairwell, and the doorway was cleared of all obstructions.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During the renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed in room #6 there was 4 cots that were fraying in the corners, in the infant room there was a ripped changing table pad.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The four damaged cots and the ripped changing-table pad were removed from use and replaced with equipment in good condition.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that the cots in room #4 and room #5 were not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The cots in Rooms 4 and 5 were labeled for use by the specific children assigned to them.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that the Emergency Contact Forms for child #1 and child #2 in room #6 did not have written consent for the facility to administer emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The parents of the identified children completed and signed the required consent for emergency medical care, and the updated forms were placed in the children's records.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that the Emergency Contact Forms for child #1 and child #2 in room #6 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The Emergency Contact Forms for the identified children were updated to include the applicable health insurance coverage and policy information.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 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 on 8/20/2026, it was observed that the Emergency Contact Forms in the classrooms have not been updated in a 6-month period. In room #6 3 out of 10 Emergency Contact Forms, in room #7 23 out of 24 Emergency Contact Forms, in room #3 11 out of 13 Emergency Contact Forms, and in room #2 12 out of 19 Emergency Contact Forms in the classrooms were not updated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The identified Emergency Contact Forms were reviewed by the parents and updated as required.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
During the renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that the Emergency Contact form in room #6 did not contain a signed parental consent for the facility to administer medications and /or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The identified Emergency Contact Form was completed by the parent to include the required signed consent for medications and/or special dietary needs.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that the Emergency Contact Forms for child #1 and child #2 in room #6 did not contain written consent for the facility to administer minor first aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The parents of the identified children completed and signed the required consent for the administration of minor first aid.”
Citation Aug 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed that the Emergency Contact form for child #2 in room #6 did not contain parental written consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The parent of the identified child completed and signed the required consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming, and wading.”
Core safety May 18, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During the unannounced visit cert rep observed the infant room with 8 infants and two staff persons. One staff person left out of the infant room leaving one staff person with 8 infants.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2026): “Effective immediately, the center has implemented procedures to ensure that required staff to child ratios are maintained at all times. Staff have been retrained on DHS ratio requirements and will not leave a classroom unless another qualified staff member is present to maintain compliance.”
Citation May 18, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the unannounced visit cert rep observed when walking into the infant classroom 3 infants were sleep in a car seats and baby chairs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2026): “Effective immediately, all infant, toddler and preschool classrooms have been instructed that child may only sleep in approved cribs or cots appropriate for their age. Car seats, baby swings and other sitting devices will not be used for routine sleep.”
Citation May 18, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During the unannounced visit cert rep observed in classroom #2, 3, 6 and 9 rest equipment was not 2 feet of space on three sides during nap time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2026): “All sleep equipment in classrooms #2, 3, 6 and 9 have been rearrange to ensure a minimum of 2 feet of space on three sides of each cot or crib while in use. Staff have been retrained on the spacing regulations.”
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Citation Jun 20, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2025): “We will amend the facility emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. We will submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan..”
Core safety Aug 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
General Health and Safety/Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.113(a)
On 8/22/23 at approximately 5:30pm, a child exited the facility when the staff person left the classroom to answer the main door. The staff person assigned responsibility for the supervision of a child had no knowledge of the child's whereabouts until returned to the facilty by a stranger.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2023): “All staff will complete the DHS approved hands-on supervision training. Written verification of the completed training will be submitted for all facility staff persons. We will develop and submit a written protocol regarding the supervision of children during times of transition, school-age…”
Core safety Aug 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
General Health and Safety/Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.113(a)
On 8/22/23 at approximately 5:30-pm, a child exited the facility when the staff person left the classroom to answer the main door. The staff person assigned responsibility for the supervision of a child had no knowledge of the child's whereabouts until returned to the facilty by a stranger.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2023): “We will ensure that children are properly supervised at all times. We have arranged for all staff to receive training in supervision of children. We have also installed alarms on each door to notify staff if the door has been opened as another level of precaution to ensure proper supervision of…”
Citation Aug 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child/Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours 55 Pa. Code §3270.20(a)(1)/3270.20(b)
On 8/22/23, a child received emergency room treatment subsequent to sustaining an injury at the facility when the child left the facility alone and unsupervised by a staff person. Operator failed to notify the regional office within 24 hours of the emergency room treatment and mail a written report within 72 hours after the occurrence. (Child #1)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “We will complete and submit the incident report. We will ensure that incident reporting is completed as specified. Written policies and procedures regarding incident reporting and notification in relation to emergency room treatment for children in care will be revises and submitted.”
Citation Aug 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Several staff persons records did not contain verification of completed required CCDBG training (Pa Update) (#1 -#8).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “Staff persons will not care for children unsupervised until the required training and been completed and submitted. A written copy of the completed PA Update training will be submitted.”
Citation Jul 15, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Two staff person's records did not contain a health assessment completed in accordance with these regulations. (#1 and #2)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2022): “Staff persons will be required to obtain new health assessments. We will obtain and submit a current up-to-date health assessment in accordance with these regulations for the identified staff persons. We will have staff use the DHS health assessment form to ensure that staff have the required…”
Citation Jul 15, 2022 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
On 7/5/22, an injury was observed on a child while in care at the facility and the operator did not provide the parent the original report on the date of the incident. (#1)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “The parent will be given an incident report, and we will submit a copy of the completed incident for verification. We will ensure that parents are provided the original report on the day of the incident involving an injury, accident or illness. We will revise and submit written policies and…”
Citation Jul 15, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
Several staff person's record did not contain written verification of education for their assistant group supervisor position. (#1, #2 and #3)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2022): “We will obtain and submit written verification of education for the identified staff persons. We will ensure that all staff records have written verification of education and experience for their positions.”

“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

Violation found Aug 28, 2023 Complaint investigation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jul 15, 2022 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

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) $59.85 $43.72
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $59.85 $43.72
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $55.37 $42.42
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $52.56 $40.08
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $49.75 $37.15
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $43.07 $31.55
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $43.07 $31.55

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 112 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate dated through Sep 20, 2026 (renewal pending)
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Sep 22, 2023 · what STARS means
Operator Growing Together Learning Center INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–7:00 PM; Saturday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 352-2252
State certificate # CER-00244855
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Common questions

Has Growing Together Learning 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 Aug 20, 2026 (staff ratios): “During a renewal inspection on 8/20/2026, it was observed in room #4 that staff #1 was alone supervising 21 school age children, in room #6 staff #2 was alone supervising 14 preschool age children, in room #8 staff #3…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Growing Together Learning 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 Growing Together Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Sep 22, 2023. 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 Growing Together Learning Center compare with other daycares in Upper Darby?

It is tied for #18 of 31 centers in Upper Darby by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Growing Together Learning Center last inspected?

Aug 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Growing Together Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $59.85 for newborn, $59.85 for infant, $55.37 for young toddler, $52.56 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Growing Together Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Growing Together Learning Center 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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