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Little Legacy Learning Center

715 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 4

Little Legacy Learning Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 118 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 15 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #445 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 64% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #445 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
1 Core-safety citations
14 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
15 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 13, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 13, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Jun 26, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 8, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 24, 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

Emergency preparedness 4
Building & playground safety 4
Records & paperwork 4
Transportation 1
Background checks 1
Health & medication 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 26, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing language concerning continuity of operations in the emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2025): “Provider will add the necessary language concerning continuity of operations to the facility's emergency plan.”
Citation Jul 1, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing language in the emergency plan that made accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2024): “Provider will add the necessary language to the facility's emergency plan to be in compliance with the regulation.”
Citation Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection dated 6/8/2023, certification representative observed that one electrical outlet on the first floor did not have a protective receptacle cover on it.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2023): “Cover the outlet with a protective receptacle cover.”
Citation Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection dated 6/8/2023, certification representative observed that there was chipped paint in the doorway to facility, and on the first floor room #1 and room #2 walls, and along with the back wall. Upstairs there was chipped paint on the playroom walls, the empty upstairs room and the hallway wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Provider will fix the areas where there is chipped paint.”
Citation Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection dated 6/8/2023, certification representative observed that the facility emergency plan did not have accommodations for lock down procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Provider will add lock down procedures to their emergency plan.”
Citation Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection dated 6/8/2023, certification representative observed that there was not an updated copy of the emergency plan that was sent to the local municipality and the Office of Emergency Management.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Will update emergency plan and send a copy to the local municipality and the emergency management agency.”
Citation Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the renewal inspection dated 6/8/2023, certification representative observed that the provider had not notified the traffic safety authorities annually of the facility's pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Will notify the local traffic authorities in writing about the use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Citation Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During renewal inspection dated 6/8/2023, certification representative reviewed child #1, #2, and #3 emergency contact information. Child #1 and child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and the policy number for the health insurance. The record for child #3 did not include the policy number for their health insurance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Will give to parents to have them complete the emergency contact form.”
Core safety May 24, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 24, 2022, THE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING CERTFICATE REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #3, WAS NOT DATED WITHIN A 60 MONTH PERIOD (DATED 10.26.2015). THE PA STATE POLICE CLEARANCE REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #4 WAS NOT DATED WITHIN A 60 MONTH PERIOD (DATED 02.24.17), THE PA CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #4 WAS NOT DATED WITHIN A 60 MONTH PERIOD (DATED 03.10.17). THE FBI CLEARANCE REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #4, WAS NOT WITHIN A 60 MONTH PERIOD (DATED 03.08.17).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2022): “Facility person #4 may not work in child care facility until all clearances are current and submitted. Facility person #3 must complete and submit mandated reporter training within 30 days. Facility person #3 may not work with children unsupervised until mandated reporter training is completed.”
Citation May 24, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 24, 2022, THERE WAS CHIPPED PAINT ON THE FRONT LEFT SIDE BASEBOARD LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2022): “Director notified facilities person. Facilities person put the work order in and completed correction of violation 6/6/2022”
Citation May 24, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 24, 2022, THERE WAS NO WRITTEN SIGN THAT A FACILITY PERSON AND AN ABLE CHILD SHALL WASH HIS/HER HANDS AFTER TOILETING AND BEFORE EATING POSTED IN THE SECOND FLOOR CLASSROOM BATHROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2022): “Handwashing signs were laminated and posted in each toilet/toilet training, diapering, and sink area.”
Citation May 24, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 24, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1, DATED 02.06.2020, WAS MORE THAN 24 MONTHS OLD.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2022): “Staff in violation will no be permitted to work on premises or have direct care of children until health Assessment has been updated. A weekly review of Staff files will be conducted and Staff will receive a 90, 60, 30 day and 1 week notice to renew and resubmit required documents”
Citation May 24, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 24, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE HEALTH AND SAFETY BASICS CERTIFICATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2022): “The operator shall require all child care staff have verification of completion of all the required health and safety training topics prior to caring for children unsupervised. All child care staff will be expected to show completion and documentation of required health and safety trainings by…”
Citation May 24, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 24, 2022, THE FINANCIAL AGREEMENT REVIEWED FOR CHILD #1, (DATED 03.16.21), AND CHILD #2, (DATED 08.25.21), WAS MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2022): “Parent was given the Parent Agreement form to sign. Director will notify parents via email and phone when their Emergency Contact and Fee Agreements need renewal”
Citation May 24, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 24, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN NONFAMILY REFERENCES, ATTESTING TO SUITABILITY TO SERVE AS A FACILITY PERSON.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2022): “Referral was placed in the file upon receipt. Referrals and references must be submitted prior to start date.”

“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) $84.00 $63.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $84.00 $63.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $78.00 $60.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $75.00 $58.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $67.00 $52.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $55.00 $55.00

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

Capacity 118 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jul 18, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Aug 22, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Little Legacy Learning Center LLC
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 278-2345
State certificate # CER-00258446
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Common questions

Has Little Legacy Learning Center 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 May 24, 2022 (background checks): “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 24, 2022, THE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING CERTFICATE REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #3, WAS NOT DATED WITHIN A 60 MONTH PERIOD (DATED 10.26.2015). THE PA STATE POLICE CLEARANCE REVIEWED…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Little Legacy Learning Center?

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

What is Little Legacy Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Aug 22, 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 Little Legacy Learning Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #445 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Little Legacy Learning Center last inspected?

Jul 13, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Little Legacy Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $84.00 for newborn, $84.00 for infant, $78.00 for young toddler, $75.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Little Legacy Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Legacy Learning Center LLC.

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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