Learning Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C
Learning Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C is a certified child care center in Phila, PA, with capacity for 161 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 28 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (9 of 28). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #775 of 1,164 centers in Philadelphia County and has more citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At time of renewal inspection on 1/7/26, items labeled keep out of reach of children, such as, diaper cream, Lysol spray, and hand sanitizer were observed in several classrooms throughout the facility and were accessible to children.
At time of renewal inspection on 1/7/26, pieces of black molding/edging were observed to be missing on the wall in room 306. Chipped maroon paint and rust were observed on the chalkboard ledge in room 307
At time of renewal inspection on 1/7/26, the health reports on file for child #2 and #3 did not have statements answered by the child's physician regarding if the child is able to participate in care and free from communicable diseases, and if all age-appropriate screenings have been conducted.
At time of renewal inspection on 1/7/26, the infant room did not have completed formula and feeding schedules on file for the infants in care.
At time of renewal inspection on 1/7/26, the emergency information for child #2, #3, and #4 did not include the addresses of the persons to whom the child may be released.
At time of inspection on 5/13/25, staff person #1 and #2 acknowledged, and video footage showed that child #1 was left unsupervised for approximately 3-4 minutes on 5/7/25 while the class transitioned from the outdoor play space to the indoor child care space. Staff person #3 who was at the end of the line and holding the door open to the hallway, did not see child #1 hide around the corner of the stairwell during the transition and was unaware child #1 was missing from the group until returning to the classroom.
At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the child abuse clearance on file for staff person #1 was for volunteer purposes and not employment purposes. The mandated reporter training on file for staff person #1 and #2 was not from an approved training source.
At time of renewal inspection on 1//8/25, several doorways and 1/2 doors at the facility were observed to have chipped/peeling paint.
At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the blue child sized sofas in room 207/209 and 302 were observed to have ripped fabric and exposed foam.
At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the health reports for child #1 and #4 were after-visit summaries and did not include a date or the physician's signature.
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At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the daily schedule of activities was not posted in room 201 or in room 203/205.
At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the agreement form used by the facility did not include an area to list the services provided by the facility.
At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the emergency information for child #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include the addresses of the persons to whom the child may be released.
During unannounced inspection on 7/9/24, an electrical port (for a phone or computer) that was not in use and was not covered, was observed in the young toddler room and was accessible to children.
During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, a staff file review showed that staff person #1 did not have a DHS FBI clearance, only a DOE FBI clearance was on file at the facility, and there was not a receipt on file to obtain a DHS FBI clearance. Additionally, the file for staff person #1 contained a New York state ID and a High School diploma from Georgia, both dated within the past 5 years, and out of state clearances or applications for out of state clearances were not on file at the facility. Staff person #1 is a provisional hire who was observed working alone with children, via video footage, on 4/10/24 and was not in the vicinity of a permanent staff person.
During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, it was observed via video footage that on 4/10/24, staff person #1 accidently left child #1 on the playground unsupervised for approximately 2 minutes (5:36-5:38 PM), prior to realizing child #1 was not with the group when everyone was inside.
During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, it was observed via video footage that on 4/10/24, staff person #1 accidently left child #1 on the playground unsupervised for approximately 2 minutes (5:36-5:38 PM) prior to realizing child #1 was not with the group.
During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, a staff file review showed that staff person #1 had not completed pre-service training in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR. Staff person #1 (who is also a provisional hire) was observed via video footage working alone with children on 4/10/24.
During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, a review of facility staff file showed that staff person #1 did not have 2500 hours of experience with children documented in the file to qualify for the AGS position being performed.
During renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan had not been updated to meet Federal requirements under 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii), which includes having a plan for Continuity of Operations.
During walk-through at renewal inspection the following was observed: chipped paint was noticed in several classrooms on the walls, windowsills, above sinks, and below chalkboards. Room 307 had some missing ceiling tiles and some tiles that appeared wet and stained.
During walk-through at renewal inspection, the required phrasing of "before eating and after toileting" was not observed on handwashing signs at sinks throughout the facility.
During walkthrough at renewal inspection, several classrooms throughout the facility has trash cans by the sink area that were not lidded.
At the time of inspection facility staff #1 did not have an FBI clearance on file. Facility staff #1 had a signed disclosure statement in the file dated 8/14/2022 and all clearances were not requested at that time. Facility staff #2 did not have an NSOR clearance on file. Facility staff #3 had a hire date of 6/7/2022 and did not have the required out-of-state clearances on file until 1/5/2023.
At the time of the onsite inspection on 1/5/2023, Certification Representative observed classroom 201 with 1 infant and 4 young toddlers being supervised by one staff. Certification Representative observed classroom 205 with 5 infants being supervised by 1 staff.
At the time of the onsite inspection on 1/5/2023, Certification Representative observed some peeling paint and plaster in a hall in the facility.
At the time of inspection, the record of facility staff #4 did not have the required verification of education.
At the time of inspection, the records of facility staff #4 and #5 did not have two written, nonfamily references.
“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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $87.60 | $51.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $83.40 | $47.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $75.00 | $42.80 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $64.80 | $39.20 |
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 Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 7 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 May 8, 2025 (supervision): “At time of inspection on 5/13/25, staff person #1 and #2 acknowledged, and video footage showed that child #1 was left unsupervised for approximately 3-4 minutes on 5/7/25 while the class transitioned from the outdoor…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Learning Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Learning Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Learning Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective May 31, 2019. 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 Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C compare with other daycares in Philadelphia County?
It is tied for #775 of 1,164 centers in Philadelphia County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Learning Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C last inspected?
Jan 7, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Learning Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $87.60 for infant, $83.40 for young toddler, $75.00 for older toddler, $64.80 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Learning Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Germantown Jewish Center.
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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