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Leaps and Bounds Childcare and Learning Center LLC

7712 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19152 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 2

Leaps and Bounds Childcare and Learning Center LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 36 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 42 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 42). 7 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 78% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
2 Core-safety citations
40 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
42 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 7 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 28, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 1, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 12, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 17, 2021 · 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 15
Building & playground safety 11
Health & medication 6
Training & qualifications 5
Emergency preparedness 3
Supervision 1
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Oct 28, 2025 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 infant room did not include scissors. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 28, 2025): “Provider placed scissors in the first aid kit of the infant room.”
Citation Oct 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was observed in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2025): “The spot in the infant room with peeled paint has been repainted.”
Citation Oct 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
At the time of the inspection, the large outdoor play equipment had a railing that was observed disconnected.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2025): “Repair kit has been ordered to fix the disconnected railing of the outdoor equipment. The toy is not in use right now.”
Citation Oct 28, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
At the time of the inspection, the health assessment for child #1 was dated 6/8/24. The health assessment for child #2 was dated 1/9/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2025): “Parents have been asked to provide current health assessments for child #1 and child #2.”
Citation Oct 28, 2025 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)
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 included a health assessment dated 12/16/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2025): “Staff person #1 has a 11/18/25 appointment scheduled for physical exam with their primary doctor.”
Citation Oct 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #1 and #2 had a pediatric cpr and first aid training certificate dated from 12/2/22-12/31/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2025): “Provider has made this correction and submitted valid CPR certification for staff person #1 and #2.”
Citation Oct 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #1 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, Nov 20, 2025): “The emergency contact of child #1 has been updated to include the address of the individual designated by the parent to who, the child may be released.”
Core safety Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #2 exited the preschool classroom to open the main door of the facility and left the children unsupervised.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “OCDEL inspector will make another unannounced visit to see compliance of DHS supervision requirements.”
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of the inspection, bleach, degreaser, all-purpose cleaner, bug spray and backyard bug control spray were accessible to children. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2024): “Provider removed the bleach, degreaser, all-purpose cleaner, bug spray and backyard bug control spray from the cabinet.”
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of the inspection, the HVAC vent in the infant room floor did not have a proper cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2024): “A proper HVAC cent cover has been installed in the infant room.”
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Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was present in the infant room, both children's bathrooms and preschool classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2024): “The paints in the infant room, preschool classroom, and children's bathrooms, as well as in various areas of the facility have been retouched.”
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not have a high school diploma.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “Staff #1 will not return to the facility prior to receiving their high school diploma.”
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #1 did not have consent for swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2024): “The file for child #1 now has N/A as consent for swimming and wading.”
Core safety Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed staff person #3's driver's license is current and issued from the state of New York where she last resided. New York clearances for staff person #3 are not on file. Observed staff person #5's file did not include verification of National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Staff person #3 has submitted request for New York child abuse, criminal record, and NSOR clearances (see the attached documents). Staff #5 submitted application for NSOR clearance and has been making frantic calls to get the NSOR office to mail her the clearance. Clearance was received. Staff #3…”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed the facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Provider has included continuity of operations to the facility's emergency plan (see p.18 of the attached emergency plan).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed the outside play space's wooden fence is in disrepair. Observed pieces of wood stacked against the fence. Also observed branches breakage on the trees above the outdoor play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “The outdoor wooden fence has been repaired and low hanging or weak branches have been pruned and or removed completely (see attached pictures).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed peeled paint in room #1 and room #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Areas in Rooms #1 and #2 with peeled paint have been repainted.”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed room #1 and the school age room did not have hand washing signs posted above the sinks.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Hand washing signs have been posted above the sinks in Room #1 and the school age room (see attached pictures)”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed child #4's health report did not include an up-to-date influenza vaccine. Last influenza vaccine on file is dated 11/17/2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Parents for child #4 have submitted a written notice indicating their decision to not let child get influenza vaccine. (see attached notice)”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed staff person #2's health assessment is expired. The last health assessment on file is dated 5/14/2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Staff #2 has her health assessment scheduled for 12/19/23 (see attached appt notification).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed 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, Dec 22, 2023): “Provider has made provision for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic illnesses in the facility's emergency plan (see p.15 of the attached emergency plan).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed the operator did not have verification that a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates were sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Provider sent a copy of the facility's updated emergency plan to the City of Philadelphia's Office of Emergency Management on 12/14/23 via e-mail (see the attached e-mail delivery confirmation).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed staff person #4's pediatric first-aid and CPR training expired. The last one on file is dated 10/31/2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Staff person #4 has been registered to complete pediatric first-aid and CPR training on 12/16/23 (see the attached appt confirmation).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed room #2 did not have a daily schedule posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Daily schedule for Room #2 has been posted.”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed child #1's agreement did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Child #1's agreement has been updated to include the childcare fee (see attached agreement for child #2).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed child #2's emergency contact information did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Physician's telephone number has been included in child #2's emergency contact form (see attached emergency contact form for child #2).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed child #1 and #4's emergency contact information did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Parents' work addresses and telepphone numbers for child #1 and #4 have been included on the emergency contact forms for the two children (see the attached emergency forms for child #1 and #4).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed child #3's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Health insurance coverage and policy number have been updated on the emergency contact form for child #3 (see the attached emergency contact form for child #3)”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed child #1 and #3's emergency contact information 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, Dec 22, 2023): “Addresses for individuals designated by parents of child #1 and #3 to whom the child may be released have been added to the emergency contact form the two children (see attached emergency form for child #1 and child #3).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed room #2 did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “A written plan identifying the means to transporting a child needing an emergency care has been posted in room #2 (see attached picture)”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed child #1, #2 and #3's record did not contain signed parental consent for transportation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Signed parental consent for transportation for child #1, #2, and #3 have been updated in the children's records (see attached records for child #1, #2, and #3).”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed staff person #1, #2 and #3's file did not include the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training verification. Corrected on 12/7/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “This was corrected on 12/7/23.”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 12/12/22, it was observed that the sink in the rear hallway was not draining There was peeling paint in the cot room, blue room and purple main room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2023): “Provider fixed the sink in the rear hallway so that it drains properly. Provider will also re-paint the cot room, blue room and purple main room”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Annual immunization reporting to DOH 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(4)
During the renewal inspection on12/12/22, it was observed that the records of child #2, child #4, and child #5 did not comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77. Immunizations dated 10/8/20, 10/29/18, and 5/15/21 respectively with no exemption letters in the record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2023): “Parents of child #4 and #5 have submitted copies of the immunization records they use to register the children for the 2022-2023 academic year. Child #2 is out of the country and will not return until later January 2023. Parent will submit annual immunization record for child #2 upon their return.”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
During the renewal inspection on12/12/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #3 did not contain an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2023): “Initial health reports no later than 60 days following first day of attendance are now on file for child #1. Parent of child #3 has requested health assessment record for the child and will submit to the center upon receipt.”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on12/12/22, it was observed that the records of child #3 and child #5did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “Date of admission has been added onto the agreements for child #3 and child #5”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)
During the renewal inspection on 12/12/22, it was observed that the facility retained the original agreement for child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “The original copies of the agreements for children #2, #3. #4, and #5 have been given to the parents. Photocopies of the agreements are kept in the children's files.”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection on 12/12/22, it was observed that the records of child #3 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, Jan 13, 2023): “The emergency contact form for child #3 has been updated to include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
During the renewal inspection on 12/12/22, it was observed that the emergency contact for child #3 had expired. Document dated 5/18/22
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2023): “Emergency contact for child #3 has been updated”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection on 12/12/22, it was observed that the records of staff #2 did not include verification of childcare experience, education prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “Staff #2 has submitted educational records. Staff #2 is an aide with limited experience.”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection on 12/12/22, it was observed that the records of staff #1 did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “Staff #1 will complete at least 12 clock hours of childcare training by January 12th.”
Citation Nov 17, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 11/17/21, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the school age room on lower level, at the top of the back stairway, and in the second entrance area near the doorway.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “Provider will paint the areas with peeled paints in the school age room, the back stairway, and the second entrance area near the doorway”

“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.) $70.00 $59.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $66.00 $56.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $63.00 $53.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $58.00 $49.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $48.00 $42.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $48.00 $42.00

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 36 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 15, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 27, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Leaps And Bounds Childcare And Learning Center LLC
Hours Monday–Saturday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 774-1501
State certificate # CER-00247864
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Common questions

Has Leaps and Bounds Childcare and 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 Nov 1, 2024 (supervision): “At the time of the inspection, staff person #2 exited the preschool classroom to open the main door of the facility and left the children unsupervised.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Leaps and Bounds Childcare and Learning Center LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Leaps and Bounds Childcare and 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 Leaps and Bounds Childcare and Learning Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Oct 27, 2025. 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 Leaps and Bounds Childcare and Learning Center LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #994 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Leaps and Bounds Childcare and Learning Center LLC last inspected?

Oct 28, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Leaps and Bounds Childcare and Learning Center LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for infant, $66.00 for young toddler, $63.00 for older toddler, $58.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Leaps and Bounds Childcare and Learning Center LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Leaps And Bounds Childcare And 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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