Love Grows Child Development Center LLC
Love Grows Child Development Center LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 33 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 44 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,035 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address recognition for potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying, fussing or distraught child and the identification and prevention of child maltreatment.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan was not updated to include continuity of operations or specific staff duties per announcement c-22-04, issued 4/19/22.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #2,STAFF #3, staff #4,STAFF #5 AND STAFF#6 did not include emergency plan training.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the exterior exit from the rear yard had a lock on it.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and there was a sliding board/climbing toy that is in disrepair.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the file for child #2 did not include an updated health assessment(the one on file is dated 9/18/24).
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the file for child #1(date of admission: 6/10/24) does not include a record of immunizations and the child is still enrolled at the facility.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file for staff #5 did not have TB test results.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan did not include information on how staff are to respond in the event of a lock down.
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During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan did not include information on how staff are to respond in the event of an evacuation or how children are to get from the facility to the relocation area.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the file for child#1 did not have an initial or subsequent health report.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no annual written notification to the local traffic safety authorities.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed during 7 staff files and the files for staff #3 did not include mandated reporter training
During the renewal inspection, certification representative, reviewed 5 children's files and the files for child #1, child #2 and child #4 did not include a child service report.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the file for child #3, does not have the phone number and address for the physician on the emergency contact form.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file for staff #2,staff #4 and staff #5 did not include two non family references.
During the initial inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file for staff #1 and staff #6 did not include 12 hrs of childcare training.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2 hired 2023, did not contain a completed FBI clearance, NOSR certification, mandated reporter training, & a signed disclosure statement.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include a method for contacting the parents during or after the emergency.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan had not been reviewed within the last year.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 5, did not have their annual emergency plan training.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's outdoor play space surfaces was not being kept clean.
During my inspection I observed that staff 2, did not wash the child's hands after diapering.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted their annual emergency drill.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not sent over a copy of their emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their local traffic safety letter.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Shaken baby syndrome sign/symptoms 2. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 3. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-5, did not have their annual fire safety training.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 3, did not have their health & safety training, & 1, 2, 4, 5, did not include their 1 hour updated health & safety training.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 5, did not include their annual written evaluation.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 3-6, did not include a (CRS) child service report.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-6, did not have an updated emergency contact sheet or an agreement form.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 3, acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, 5, did not have their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the renewal inspection on 8/3/23, the unused electrical outlets at right of the entrance to the open bay area did not have a protective receptacle cover.
During the renewal inspection on 8/3/23, there was excess foliage throughout the outside play area.
During the renewal inspection on 8/3/23, child #1 bottle was not labeled.
During the renewal inspection on 8/3/23, the director could not provide a written record of manual testing of the fire detection system every 30 days or documentation of testing by a fire safety professional.
During the renewal inspection on 8/3/23, staff person #1 did not have an individual record.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/23/22, THERE WAS EXPOSED WIRE HANGING AT THE KITCHEN ENTRANCE.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 8/23/22, CHILD #1 DID NOT HAVE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION IN THE CHILD CARE SPACE WHILE IN CARE AT THE FACILITY.
“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) | $67.83 | $55.72 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $67.83 | $55.72 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.40 | $52.27 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $59.54 | $49.58 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.23 | $46.90 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.55 | $39.36 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.55 | $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
Common questions
Has Love Grows Child Development Center LLC 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 2, 2024 (background checks): “While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2 hired 2023, did not contain a completed FBI clearance, NOSR certification, mandated reporter training, & a signed disclosure statement.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Love Grows Child Development Center LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Love Grows Child Development Center LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Love Grows Child Development Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective May 1, 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 Love Grows Child Development Center LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #1,035 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Love Grows Child Development Center LLC last inspected?
Apr 21, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Love Grows Child Development Center LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.83 for newborn, $67.83 for infant, $63.40 for young toddler, $59.54 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Love Grows Child Development Center LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Love Grows Child Development Center LLC.
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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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