Little Stars Learning Center
Little Stars Learning Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 50 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 20 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (7 of 20). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #478 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the Renewal inspection conducted 7/6/26, water stains were observed in the ceiling of the preschool room. (Left room upon entrance)
During the Renewal inspection conducted 7/6/26, chipped paint was observed on the white walls in the preschool room. (Left room upon entrance)
During the Renewal inspection conducted 7/6/26, the preschool room was observed not set up as childcare space. No furniture, supplies, toys observed. (Left room upon entrance)
During the Renewal inspection conducted 7/6/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify the facility notified local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
At the time of inspection on 7/18/2025, Certification Representative observed that the kitchen area was unlocked and there was a container of pest control labeled rodenticide that was not locked or made inaccessible.
The fire drill log did not list the names of all the facility staff who participated in the drill.
At the time of review on 7/10/2024, Certification Representative could not determine the required monthly fire system checks were completed as there was not documentation. At the time of inspection on 7/19/2024, the operator was not able to demonstrate that the fire detection system was working.
The agreement for facility child #2 did not specify the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form for facility child #1 did not list all of the addresses and phone numbers of all designated release individuals.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/8/2023 observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of the child abuse registry clearance.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/8/2023 observed the facility's emergency plan did not include a continuity of operations section.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/8/2023 observed peeled paint in the Toddler room.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/8/2023 observed child #1 and #3's health reports did not include verification of the influenza vaccine.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/8/2023 observed child #2's emergency contact information did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/8/2023 observed staff person #1 and #2's files did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/25/2022 observed the first-aid kit in the Preschool room did not include soap and gloves.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/25/2022 observed child #1's health assessment questions were not answered in regards to the child being able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Also observed, the health assessment form was not dated.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/25/2022 observed child #2, #3 and #4's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/25/2022 observed child #4's emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/25/2022 observed staff person #1 and #2's files did not include minimum of 12 clock hours of child care 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.
Enforcement actions
Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $80.00 | $56.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $80.00 | $56.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $80.00 | $56.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $60.00 | $50.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $60.00 | $50.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $46.00 | $40.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $46.00 | $40.00 |
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 Stars 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 Jun 8, 2023 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/8/2023 observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of the child abuse registry clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Little Stars Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Little Stars 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 Stars Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Sep 30, 2022. 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 Stars Learning Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #478 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Little Stars Learning Center last inspected?
Jul 6, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Little Stars Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $80.00 for newborn, $80.00 for infant, $80.00 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Little Stars Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Stars Learning CTR INC.
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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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