Leaps and Bounds Childcare and Learning Center LLC
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.
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At the time of the inspection, the first aid kit in the infant room did not include scissors. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was observed in the infant room.
At the time of the inspection, the large outdoor play equipment had a railing that was observed disconnected.
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.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 included a health assessment dated 12/16/22.
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.
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.
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.
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.
At the time of the inspection, the HVAC vent in the infant room floor did not have a proper cover.
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At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was present in the infant room, both children's bathrooms and preschool classroom.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not have a high school diploma.
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #1 did not have consent for swimming and wading.
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).
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed the facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed peeled paint in room #1 and room #2.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/1/2023 observed room #2 did not have a daily schedule posted.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
“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
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.
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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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