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Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy

6631 Chew Ave # 33, Philadelphia, PA 19119 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 2

Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 60 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 33 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (14 of 33). 12 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #786 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 60% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #786 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1 Core-safety citations
32 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
33 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 12 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 2, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 2, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 11, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 8, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 11, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 14
Records & paperwork 9
Health & medication 4
Training & qualifications 2
Food & feeding 1
Background checks 1
Emergency preparedness 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 2, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At time of unannounced inspection on 6/2/26, OFF bug spray was observed in a storage cubby in the infant room, and Lysol was observed under the changing table in the young toddler room; both were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2026): “The bug spray and the Lysol were moved during the inspection to an area that is not accessible to children. Staff were reminded that all items labeled "keep out of reach of children", toxics, and cleaning materials must be in a locked area or stored in an area that is not accessible to children.”
Citation Jun 2, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
At time of unannounced inspection on 6/2/26, plastic bags were observed on shelves under the unlocked changing table in the young toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2026): “The plastic bags were removed during the inspection and are no longer accessible to children.”
Citation Jun 2, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
At time of unannounced inspection on 6/2/26, an infant was observed sleeping in a crib that did not have 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2026): “The infant's crib was immediately moved during the inspection so there was 2 feet of space on three sides of the crib.”
Citation Jun 2, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
At time of unannounced inspection on 6/2/26, there was not a formula and feeding schedule obtained from the parent on file for an infant in the infant room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2026): “The parent will be contacted to provide a formula and feeding schedule for the infant.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/14/26, the hot water temperature in the bathroom measured at 125.2 degrees Fahrenheit when using a digital thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2026): “The director will have the hot water temperature turned down on the water heater. The hot water temperature will be measured to ensure it is not above 110 degrees Fahrenheit.”
Citation Jan 14, 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 1/14/26, there was a small hole in the wall and chipped white paint on the wall behind the chairs in the bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2026): “The small hole in the wall will be patched, and the chipped paint will be repainted so there are no areas of chipped paint.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair/Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)/3270.102(c)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/14/26, the outdoor play space had an embedded fire truck that had a large metal spike sticking out of the bottom. In addition, there was not a loose fill or unitary protective surfacing under the piece of embedded equipment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2026): “Children will not use this piece of equipment when playing in the outdoor play space. The piece of equipment will be removed from the play space.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)/3270.124(b)(7)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/14/26, the agreement for child #1 did not specify the names of the persons to whom the child may be released, and the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the addresses of the release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2026): “This information was corrected on the day of the renewal inspection by having parents complete the missing information. All missing information was filled in by the parents.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/14/26, the emergency information for child #3 did not include the health insurance and policy number under which the child is insured.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2026): “This information was corrected on the day of the renewal inspection by having the parent complete the missing health insurance and policy information. All missing information was filled in by the parent.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/14/26, emergency contacts for each child were not present in the young toddler classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2026): “During the renewal inspection the director made copies of the emergency information for each child in the young toddler and placed the copies in the classroom.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/14/26, the emergency information for child #1 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or for the administration of minor first aid procedures by staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2026): “This information was corrected on the day of the renewal inspection by having the parent complete the missing signatures. All missing information was filled in by the parent.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/14/26, staff person #1 did not have verification of completing 12 hours of annual child care training on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2026): “The director will inform staff persons #1 and #2 to complete the 12 hours of annual child care training, or the remining hours for a total of 12 hours of training.”
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Core safety Jan 23, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/23/25, during file review, the file for staff person #1 did not include a child abuse clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “Staff person #1 will not work at the facility until a complete child abuse clearance is on file. Staff person #1 will reapply for a new clearance if the current one cannot be found.”
Citation Jan 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible/Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)/3270.103
At time of renewal inspection on 1/23/25, during walkthrough of facility, Clorox wipes and diaper cream and plastic bags were observed under the changing table and were accessible to children due to the doors of the changing table not being locked.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “The items were moved out of the bottom of the changing table during the inspection and moved to a higher location that is not accessible to children.”
Citation Jan 23, 2025 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 1/23/25, during walk-through of facility, chipped white paint was observed on the ledge and chipped green paint around the outlet in the infant room. Chipped paint was observed under the toilet paper holders and on the wall in the bathroom, and by the exit door in the PS/PK room. Some parts of the bathroom floor were observed to be visibly dirty (corners). The threshold to both exit doors had cracked/crumbling concrete. The exit door in the young toddler area had exposed Styrofoam accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “The areas of chipped paint will all be re-painted so there are no areas of chipped paint. The bathroom floor will be cleaned and visible dirt in the corners will be removed. The Styrofoam will be covered so it is not accessible to children under 3 years of age, and the cracking cement by the exit…”
Citation Jan 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/23/25, during walk-through of facility, some of the bouncy seats and the cushion on the rocking chair were observed to be visibly stained and in need of being laundered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “The rocking chair cushions and the covers on the bouncy seats will be washed.”
Citation Jan 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/23/25, the emergency information for child #1 did not include the phone number for the child's doctor or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “The parent will be contacted to fill in the missing phone number for the doctor.”
Citation Jan 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/23/25, the emergency information for child #1 did not include the health insurance and policy number under which the child is insured.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2025): “The parent will be contacted to fill in the missing health insurance and policy number for the child.”
Citation Jan 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/23/25, the emergency information for child #1 and #2 did not include the addresses for all of the release persons to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2025): “The parents will be contacted to fill in the missing addresses.”
Citation Jan 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/23/25, the emergency information for child #1 did not include parent permission signatures for emergency medical care or for the administration of minor first aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2025): “The parent will be contacted to fill in the missing parent signatures.”
Citation Jan 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At time of renewal inspection on 1/23/25, the file for staff person #2 did not include 2 written, non-family references attesting to the person's suitability to be a staff person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2025): “Staff person #2 will be notified to bring in two written references for the staff file.”
Citation Jan 11, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
During renewal inspection the letter to parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include lockdown procedures or accommodations for infants/toddlers, children with disabilities/chronic medical conditions during an emergency or evacuation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2024): “The letter that is given to parents explaining the emergency plan will be updated to include all requirements. The plan will be redistributed to parents to make them aware of the updates. Staff will also be retrained in the emergency plan.”
Citation Jan 11, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During renewal inspection an outlet extender located on the wall by the cribs did not have protective covers in the unused outlets.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “Outlet covers will be put in the unused outlets, so they are safe.”
Citation Jan 11, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection cleaning materials were observed in a bathroom cabinet and were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “The director will ensure a lock gets put on both cabinet in the bathroom where the cleaning products are stored.”
Citation Jan 11, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During renewal inspection when measured with a handheld thermometer, the water temperature in the toddler sink measured at 137 degrees Fahrenheit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “The hot water will immediately be turned down and it will be tested to make sure it is not more than 110 degrees Fahrenheit.”
Citation Jan 11, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During renewal inspection the wall vent in the Pre-school area was visibly dirty and dusty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “The wall vent will be cleaned. All other vents in the facility will be checked as well.”
Citation Jan 11, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
During renewal inspection, the health assessment for staff person #1 did not include statements from the physician regarding communicable diseases and did not include an assessment for suitability to provide child care (questions #2 and #3 on adult health form.)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2024): “Staff person #1 will be notified to return to the physician and have the health form filled out in it's entirety, with all three required questions answered by the physician.”
Citation Jan 11, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(b)/3270.171(c)
During renewal inspection, safe pick up and drop off routes had not been established and communicated to parents and guardians in writing, and was not posted at a conspicuous location at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “Written safe routes/drop off pick up instructions will be established and then posted on the parent board at the entrance of the facility. This will also be given to parents at the time of enrollment.”
Citation Feb 8, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the inspection on 2/23/2023, Certification Representative observed unlocked and accessible cleaning products under the bathroom sink and in the kitchen area in a cabinet while the kitchen door was open.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2023): “The operator will immediately move any cleaning products or other toxic materials from areas that are unlocked and accessible to children.”
Citation Mar 11, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
THE SIDE OF THE FENCE, CLOSEST TO THE PIZZA SHOP, HAD BROKEN CAUSING A HOLE WITH ROUGH EDGES.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2022): “THE HOLE WILL BE COVERED SO CHILDREN CAN NOT GET TO THE ROUGH SPOTS, UNTIL THE FENCE IS ABLE TO BE REPAIRED.”
Citation Mar 11, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
CHILD 1 AND 2 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF A CURRENT HEALTH REPORT ON FILE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2022): “CHILDREN 1 AND 2 WILL HAVE PROOF OF A CURRENT PHYSICAL ON FILE.”
Citation Mar 11, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
STAFF 1 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF A CURRENT HEALTH REPORT ON FILE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2022): “STAFF 1 WILL HAVE A PHYSICAL AND A HEALTH REPORT WILL BE ON FILE AS PROOF.”
Citation Mar 11, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
STAFF 1 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF THE REQUIRED HEALTH AND SAFETY TOPICS - START DATE 9/16/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2022): “STAFF 1 WILL TAKE THE BUILDING BLOCKS FOR QUALITY COURSE AND HAVE PROOF OF IT ON FILE.”

“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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $76.53 $55.72
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $76.53 $55.72
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $71.94 $52.27
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $67.99 $49.58
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $62.13 $46.90
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $51.45 $39.36
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $51.45 $39.36

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 60 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 23, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Nov 15, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 335-3299
State certificate # CER-00251991
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Common questions

Has Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Jan 23, 2025 (background checks): “At time of renewal inspection on 1/23/25, during file review, the file for staff person #1 did not include a child abuse clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Nov 15, 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 Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #786 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy last inspected?

Jun 2, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $76.53 for newborn, $76.53 for infant, $71.94 for young toddler, $67.99 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Learning Laughing Growing CC Academy.

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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