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Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · 19120

Heavenly Daycare and Learning Center INC

251 W Duncannon Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 · Philadelphia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

Heavenly Daycare and Learning Center INC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 32 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 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 records & paperwork (17 of 37). 4 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 #935 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 72% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #935 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
4 Core-safety citations
33 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
37 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 20, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 20, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 8, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 4, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 3, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Apr 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 6
Health & medication 5
Background checks 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Training & qualifications 2
Supervision 2
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 20, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1 & 2 did not include the updated disclosure statement. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2026): “Provider submitted the signed updated disclosure statement for staff #1 & 2.”
Citation Apr 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
At the time of the inspection, the first aid kit in the preschool room did not include medical tape. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2026): “Provider placed medical tape in the first aid kit in the preschool room.”
Citation Apr 20, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of the inspection, the preschool room had one ceiling tile that appeared to be broken at the corner and the toddler room had four ceiling tiles that had discoloration.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “The damaged ceiling tile in the preschool room was removed and replaced. The four discolored ceiling tiles in toddler room were removed and replaced with new clean tiles”
Citation Apr 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #1-5 did not include the enrolling parent work address and phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “Emergency contact forms were updated to include complete information for each child All records were review to ensure compliance”
Citation Apr 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
At the time of inspection, the first aid kit in the infant room was missing sterile gauze and the first aid kit in the before/after school childcare space was missing scissors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2025): “Provider added sterile gauze and scissors to the first aid kits.”
Citation Apr 8, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have documentation of the facility's Safe Route procedures being forwarded to the local traffic authorities.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2025): “The director has completed the safe route procedure log on sheet with the mailing date, 2.1.2025.”
Citation Apr 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
At the time of inspection, the before/after school childcare space did not have a Daily Activity Schedule posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2025): “Daily activities and routine will be displayed in the school-age classroom.”
Citation Apr 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of inspection, children #4 and #5 did not have a Child Service Report on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2025): “Staff has completed a service report on children #4 and #5.”
Citation Apr 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
At the time of inspection, child #1 Financial Agreement Form did not list the child's admission/enrollment date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2025): “The director has entered child #1 admission/enrollment date of 1.14.2025 on the financial agreement form.”
Citation Apr 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
At the time of inspection, children #1 through #5 Financial Agreement Forms did not address any services that were considered extra.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2025): “Children #1 through #5 financial agreement forms have been completed in the section extra services not applicable.”
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Citation Apr 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
At the time of inspection, children #1 through #5 Emergency Contact Forms did not list parent's work addresses or work telephone numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2025): “Children #1 through #5 emergency contact form has been completed (not applicable).”
Citation Apr 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
At the time of inspection, child#1 Emergency Contact Form did not contain parental consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2025): “Child #1: The section for parental consent for administering medical care and minor 1st aid on the emergency contact form has been initialed by the parent.”
Citation Apr 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
At the time of inspection, the Emergency Transportation Procedure was not posted in the before/after school childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2025): “The emergency transportation procedure is posted in the before/after school classroom.”
Citation Apr 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)/3270.182(5)
At the time of inspection, child #1 Emergency Contact Form did not contain parental consent for the administration of medications/special dietary needs or administration of minor first-aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2025): “Child #1: The section for parental consent for administering medical care and minor 1st aid on the emergency contact form has been initialed by the parent.”
Core safety Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 4/4/24 it was observed staff person#1 file did not completed State Police clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2024): “Staff #1 has reapplied for her criminal history report with the disseminated date on it.”
Citation Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 4/4/24 the toy kitchen in the outside play area window pains is cracked with rough edges, and sharp corners that pose as a scratching and cutting hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2024): “Director has removed the crack plastic on the outside of the toy kitchen equipment.”
Citation Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/4/24 Provider did not written policy addressing strategies for coping with a crying, fussing children; and prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2024): “Director has address strategies for coping with a crying, fussing children; and prevention and identification of children maltreatment into the facility Baby Syndrome Policy”
Citation Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Child's name, birth date 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(1)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 4/4/24 child # 1 emergency contact form did not include the correct birthdate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2024): “Child #1 - Parent has corrected child #1 birth date on emergency contact form.”
Citation Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 4/4/24 it was observed child#2 emergency contact did not include a health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2024): “Child #2 - Parent has provided child health insurance coverage and policy number on the child emergency contact form. Parents agree to update the emergency contact form information whenever changes occur or every 6 months.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the inspection on 5/4/2023 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address the prevention of shaking baby syndrome, volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Heavenly Daycare has a written SBS/AHT policy and procedure. Heavenly Daycare emergency preparedness training and practice drill will occur every 6 months or annually. Heavenly Daycare has an continuity of operations policy and procedure that will be updated annually.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During the inspection on 5/4/2023 the file records for child #2 did not include an updated health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2023): “Director will make sure child #2 parent or guardian will supply to the facility an updated health report at least every 12 months”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
During the inspection on 5/4/2023 the file records for child # 1 and 3 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2023): “Director will make sure child #1 and child #3 health assessment includes a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and is free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(8)
During the inspection on 5/4/2023 the file records for child #1 and 3 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2023): “Director will make sure child #1 and child #3 health assessment include an age appropriate screening recommended by AAOP is conducted.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the inspection on 5/4/2023 it was determined that the operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Heavenly Daycare has sent a updated copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the inspection on 5/4/2023 the file record for staff # 5 did not include a written evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Director has completed a written evaluation for staff #5 and will continue to do so annually”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the inspection on 5/4/2023 the file record for child #4 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Director will make sure child #4 emergency contact is properly fill out by parent or guardian.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the inspection on 5/4/2022 the preschool room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #5 receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 4, 2023): “Provider added the emergency contact form to the preschool room.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)
During the inspection on 5/4/2023 the file records for staff person #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 did not include the required updated one-hour health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Heavenly Daycare staff person #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 has completed the required updated one hour health and safety training.”
Core safety Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
It was observed child # 3 and 4 was outside in the play area unsupervised by staff person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 14, 2022): “Staff who are employed by HDC will continue to supervise children at all times who is with therapist during child sessions.”
Core safety Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
Staff person # 1 was asked for the names of children responsible for and 5 children were named, and there were 6 children in total. Staff person # 2 stated she was responsible for all the children in the child care space and did not have an assigned group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 14, 2022): “Staff will have a list with children names indicating who they are responsible for daily.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
It was observed that the sink in the front classroom #1, classroom #2, and the children's bathroom sink water temperature measured at 120° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2022): “Classrooms # 1 and 2 water temper was turned down to measure110° F.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
It was observed the gate latch that leads to outside play space is broken and disrepaire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2022): “Verification was sent via email showing outside gate latch was repaired.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During nap time it was observed children actively utilizing rest equipment that was not labeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2022): “Names were placed back on children's rest equipment.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
The health assessment for child # 5 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2022): “Parent has provided health assessment to Physician to verify that child is free from contagious and communicable diseases and can participate in child care.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The agreement for child # 1,2, and 3 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2022): “Children who are enrolled in the PHL Pre-K only program agreement will display a zero fee amount.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
The agreement for child # 1, 2, and 3 did not include specific date on which the fee is to be paid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2022): “Children that are enrolled in the PHL Pre-K program only agreement will display N/A in the per-day-week section.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact for child # 1, 5, and 6 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2022): “Parents have updated emergency contact by adding N/A in the employment address section.”

“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) $70.00 $55.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $70.00 $55.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $65.00 $55.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $60.00 $55.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $57.00 $55.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $55.00 $55.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $55.00 $55.00

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 32 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jul 6, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Mar 29, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Heavenly Daycare And Learning Center INC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 455-2244
State certificate # CER-00255927
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Common questions

Has Heavenly Daycare and Learning Center INC 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 20, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1 & 2 did not include the updated disclosure statement. Non-compliance was corrected on site.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Heavenly Daycare and Learning Center INC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Heavenly Daycare and Learning Center INC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Heavenly Daycare and Learning Center INC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Mar 29, 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 Heavenly Daycare and Learning Center INC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #935 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Heavenly Daycare and Learning Center INC last inspected?

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

How much does Heavenly Daycare and Learning Center INC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for newborn, $70.00 for infant, $65.00 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Heavenly Daycare and Learning Center INC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Heavenly Daycare And 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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