LEARNING CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Loc
LEARNING CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Loc is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 164 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 20 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (5 of 20). 2 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 #455 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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On 11/26/25 All staff did not have a copy of the currently updated disclosure statements in their files.
On 11/26/25 during the renewal inspection, Child #1 did not have a health report located in their file.
Staff Person NO. 2 did not have PA Child Abuse Clearance on file during the Renewal Inspection.
Staff member NO. 1 did not have FBI Clearance in file during the Renewal Inspection.
During the Renewal Inspection, child NO. 1 did not have updated emergency contact information in file.
During the allocated unannounced inspection, staff #1 did not have current Health Assessment on file. Health assessment on file was dated 2/18/22.
During the allocated unannounced inspection, staff # 2 did not have annual fire safety training on file.
During the renewal inspection on 3/8/24 cubbie units with a tipping hazard were observed in PS classroom #2 and PS Classroom #4,
During the renewal inspection on 3/8/24 the file for staff person #1 did not include TB testing dates and results.
During the renewal inspection on 3/8/24: The file for staff person # 2 did not include the one hour health and safety update. The file for staff person # 3 did not include Pediatric first aid and Pediatric CPR.
During the renewal inspection on 3/8/24 the emergency contact information for child #1 #2 #3 #4 and #5 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Staff #1 and #2, teachers in room 2 did not know assigned students.
Observed first aid kit in classroom 2 missing tape.
Observed applesauce and fruit cups in cubbies in room 5.
Observed children cups in room 3 and 5 unlabeled.
Observed Staff #1 and Staff#2 in classroom 4 not knowing their assigned students. When asked who they were assigned too both staff members named all students in the classroom. Director then had to assist in helping the staff know which students to name.
Observed childcare classrooms 6,7 and 8 not set up to be child care space and being used as storage areas.
Observed first aid kit in classroom 4 missing tape.
Observed chipped paint in hallway, stairwell, classroom 2 bathroom, class 3, and classroom 4.
Facility did not have Chapter 3270 or the information on how the parents can contact the appropriate regional child care office available for parents.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $73.00 | — |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $66.00 | $51.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $55.00 | $43.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $55.00 | $43.00 |
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 LEARNING CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Loc 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 Nov 26, 2025 (background checks): “On 11/26/25 All staff did not have a copy of the currently updated disclosure statements in their files.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about LEARNING CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Loc?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at LEARNING CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Loc since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is LEARNING CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Loc’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective May 31, 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 LEARNING CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Loc compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #455 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was LEARNING CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Loc last inspected?
Nov 26, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does LEARNING CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Loc cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $73.00 for older toddler, $66.00 for preschool, $55.00 for young school-age, $55.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs LEARNING CENTRAL PRESCHOOL Loc?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Learning Central Preschool.
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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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