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Learning Development Prog of Germantown Jewish C

Lincoln Dr And Ellet St, Phila, PA 19119 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 1

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.

Inspection record

More citations than 59% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #775 of 1,164 centers in Philadelphia County
7 Core-safety citations
21 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
28 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 7, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jan 7, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 8, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Jan 8, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 17, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Jan 5, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 3, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 8, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 9
Records & paperwork 6
Supervision 3
Background checks 3
Health & medication 2
Training & qualifications 2
Food & feeding 1
Emergency preparedness 1
Staff ratios 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 5, 2026): “Staff will be reminded that any items labeled "keep out of reach of children" are required to be in a location that is not accessible to the children, or the items need to be in a locked area. This includes medications, cleaning materials, toxic items, etc.”
Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
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
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 5, 2026): “The maintenance person will be contacted to replace the missing molding/edging on the wall, and to repaint the chalkboard tray.”
Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “The parents will be contacted to return the form to the physician's office to have the health forms updated and all required questions answered.”
Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 5, 2026): “A formula and feeding template will be created and given to parents to complete. Upon completion the schedules will be kept in the infant room for staff to reference when feeding children. As the feeding amounts or times change, the parents will update the form as needed.”
Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “The parents will be contacted to fill in the missing addresses. The updated copies will be kept in the child's file and in the classroom.”
Core safety May 8, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2025): “1. 5/8/25 - Children will be supervised at all times. Staff person #3 was terminated from his/her position at the facility. The incident and all supervision protocols were reviewed with staff two days after the incident. (Implemented 6/26/27) 2. 7/21/25 - All staff will participate in the mandatory…”
Core safety Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2025): “A new child abuse clearance will be requested for employment purposes. Staff person #1 will not work at the facility until a complete clearance is obtained and on file. Staff person #1 and #2 will re-take the mandated reporter training from an approved source. The certificate of completion will be…”
Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2025): “A request will be made the doorways and 1/2 doors that have chipped paint will be repainted.”
Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2025): “The ripped areas on the furniture will be repaired and covered so there is no exposed foam or ripped fabric.”
Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “The parents will be notified to return to the doctor's office and have the child's health report filled out and signed and dated by the physician. All required questions on the health form will be answered by the physician.”
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Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “The daily activity schedule will be posted in both classrooms.”
Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “The agreement form will be updated to add a space where the services provided by the facility can be listed.”
Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2025): “The parents will be contacted to fill in the missing addresses of the release persons.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2024): “This port will be covered so the opening is not accessible to children.”
Core safety Apr 17, 2024 Self-reported violation Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2024): “Staff person #1 will not work in a position at the facility until all required clearances and applications for clearances are on file at the facility. When all applications are received and on file, staff person #1 will work as a provisional hire until complete clearances are received and on file.”
Core safety Apr 17, 2024 Self-reported violation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2024): “The director will review the supervision regulations and requirements will all staff. during a staff meeting. Staff will be given paper tracking sheets to use to record when children arrive and when children leave each day. These forms will be used for a period of three months and will be made…”
Core safety Apr 17, 2024 Self-reported violation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “The director will coordinate with the appointed trainer and arrange for all facility staff to take the mandatory supervision training. Documentation will be submitted to certification rep to verify all staff completed the required training.”
Citation Apr 17, 2024 Self-reported violation Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2024): “Staff person #1 will not work alone with children until all pre-service requirements are completed and documentation is on file at the facility. Staff person #1 is scheduled for Pediatric first aid and CPR training on 4/17/24, and will complete the skills portion of the class on 4/19/24.”
Citation Apr 17, 2024 Self-reported violation Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff person #1 will be notified to provide prior experience with children to qualify for the AGS position. Staff person #1 will not work alone with children and will be supervised by a permanent staff person until documentation of 2500 hours of experience is on file and verified.”
Citation Jan 5, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2024): “The facility's emergency plan will be updated to include a plan for Continuity of Operations.”
Citation Jan 5, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2024): “The director has contacted maintenance and all childcare rooms with chipped paint on the surfaces will be repainted. A request has also been made to have the ceiling repaired and ceiling tiles replaced in room 307.”
Citation Jan 5, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2024): “The correct handwashing signs with the required phrasing will be hung at each sink throughout the facility.”
Citation Jan 5, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
During walkthrough at renewal inspection, several classrooms throughout the facility has trash cans by the sink area that were not lidded.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2024): “New trash cans with lids will be purchased if lids for the current trash cans cannot be located. All trash cans near the toileting area, training chair area, and sink area will have a lid.”
Core safety Jan 3, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “Facility staff #1 and #2 were removed from childcare duties until the required clearances are obtained. The operator will ensure all required clearances were requested when staff review and sign the disclosure statement prior to working with children at all times.”
Core safety Jan 3, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.52
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2023): “The operator will review ratio requirements with all staff and ensure that the required ratios are maintained at all times.”
Citation Jan 3, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “All peeling paint and plaster will be repaired.”
Citation Jan 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of inspection, the record of facility staff #4 did not have the required verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “The operator will obtain verification of education for facility staff #4.”
Citation Jan 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of inspection, the records of facility staff #4 and #5 did not have two written, nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “The operator will obtain 3 written references for facility staff #4 and #5.”

“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

Violation found May 8, 2025 Self-reported violation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Apr 17, 2024 Self-reported violation
5 violations cited, listed under Citations.

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

Capacity 161 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Feb 28, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since May 31, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator Germantown Jewish Center
Hours Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 844-1507
State certificate # CER-00251649
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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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