Little Learners Childcare 2
Little Learners Childcare 2 is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 14 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 16 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for emergency preparedness (5 of 16). 6 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #315 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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On May 12, 2026, during the renewal inspection, the emergency plan reviewed did not include a continuity of care plan.
On May 12, 2026, during the renewal inspection, the outlet by the small cabinet in the back of the center did not contain a protective cover.
On May 12, 2026, during the renewal inspection there were no handwashing signs with the written requirements, (a facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating) over the toilet in the bathroom, and over the changing table in the classroom.
On May 12, 2026, during the renewal inspection the fire drill log reviewed showed, the most recent fire drill was conducted on 2/2/26, not within 60 days.
On May 12, 2026, during the renewal inspection, upon request there was no written documentation produced that the fire detection system is tested every 30 days.
On May 12, 2026, during the renewal inspection at approximately 09:30 am, child # 1 who is a school age child was observed at the childcare facility during school operating hours. Per staff person # 1 and # 2 child # 1 attends virtual homeschool.
On May 8, 2025, during the renewal inspection, the emergency plan reviewed did not include a continuity of care plan.
On May 8, 2025, the emergency contact reviewed for child # 2 did not contain the physician's telephone number.
On May 8, 2025, during the renewal inspection, all emergency contact forms reviewed in the childcare space for the children present and receiving care in the space were not updated within a 6-month period. (Expired)
On May 8, 2025, during the renewal inspection at approximately 09:45 am, child # 1 who is a school age child was observed at the childcare facility during school operating hours. Per staff person # 1 and # 2 child # 1 attends virtual homeschool.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/9/24 the emergency plan did not include a method to contact parents and inform them of an emergency.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/9/24 staff person#2 file did not include verification of completed TB results.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/9/24 the emergency plan did not address a plan to accommodate infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/9/24 it was observed the liability insurance did not display the facilities address.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/9/24 child#1 file did not include the policy coverage.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/9/24 staff persons # 1 and 2 files did not include 12 clock hours of annual training.
“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.) | $42.00 | $25.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $39.80 | $20.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $33.00 | $20.00 |
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 Little Learners Childcare 2 had any serious violations?
No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 16 other citations, listed above.
Have there been complaints about Little Learners Childcare 2?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Little Learners Childcare 2 since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Little Learners Childcare 2’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Aug 7, 2018. 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 Little Learners Childcare 2 compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #315 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Little Learners Childcare 2 last inspected?
May 12, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Little Learners Childcare 2 cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $42.00 for older toddler, $39.80 for preschool, $33.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Little Learners Childcare 2?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Nereida Andino.
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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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