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Love to Learn Learning Center LLC

5435 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 2

Love to Learn Learning Center LLC is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 19 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 17 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (4 of 17). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #486 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 61% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #486 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
5 Core-safety citations
12 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
17 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 15, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 15, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Oct 7, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Sep 3, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 5, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 1, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Oct 25, 2021 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 4
Records & paperwork 3
Background checks 3
Health & medication 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Staff ratios 1
Supervision 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
During a renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024, Certification Representative observed the outdoor play space had overgrown vegetation and trash on the ground.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2024): “Our plan of correction would be to ensure that the yard has a daily cleaning as well as include it into out morning walkthrough checks to ensure it is not being missed.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff members # 1 and 2 files did not contain a valid health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2024): “Our plan moving forward is to create yearly meetings for staff files so that we can ensure that all of their paperwork is handle in order and addressed timely. Valid health assessment for staff members # 1 and 2 were submitted.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 9/3/2024, 3 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 did not have verification of experience and education in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2024): “Our plan moving forward is to make the education and experience a physical file requirement For all staff prior to first day of employment to ensure i have them on file and prevent it from slipping my mind.”
Core safety Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/5/2023, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member #2 file did not contain a NSOR clearance. The clearance was applied for on 3/15/2023. Staff member # 2 cannot work unsupervised with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2023): “The plan of correction for staff # 2 is to follow up with the registry for the NSOR clearance to arrive.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/5/2023, Certification Representative observed that 2 first aid kits did not have no soap and gloves.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2023): “Provider placed missing items into the first aid kit.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/5/2023, Certification Representative observed a electrical outlet cover that is not secured to the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2023): “Repairs were made to the wall.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Large muscle development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(c)(6)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/5/2023, Certification Representative observed that there were not a sufficient amount of toys for large muscle development in the out door play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2023): “Toys were disposed of due to damage and wear and tear. I have ordered new toys for the area.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/5/2023, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff # 1 file did not contain valid health assessment. The health assessment was dated on 5/17/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 3, 2023): “Staff member # will submit a health assessment as soon as possible.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/5/2023, Certification Representative observed that the facility did not have ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2023): “Provider posted evacuation routes in conspicuous locations in the child care space.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/5/2023, 7 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained a fee agreement and an emergency contact form that were last signed on 9/12/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2023): “Parents were given forms to sign and correct.”
Core safety Nov 1, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A review of the information submitted for staff person #3 did not include a signed disclosure form. Staff person #3 has been employed for more than 90 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2022): “A copy of the signed of the disclosure form was submitted by email for staff person #3. Plan of correction is to ensure that all files submitted have been scanned properly and contain all documentation which includes the disclosure statement.”
Core safety Nov 1, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A review of the file submitted for staff person #4 did not show proof of completion of mandated reporter training, and also did not have a signed disclosure form. Staff person #4 has been employed for more than 90 days,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2022): “Documentation on completion of mandated reporter training as well as the disclosure form were submitted for staff person #4 by email.”
Core safety Nov 1, 2022 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During the renewal inspection fifteen children that included 1 infant, 3 young toddlers, 4 older toddlers, and 7 preschoolers were observed receiving care in the child care space with only three staff persons present, The ratio for mixed age groups that include infants is 1:4 meaning that a group this size would have required 4 staff persons to be present.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 28, 2022): “Since I opened my center, I have operated as though I have separate classrooms even during inspections. However, moving forward, I will hire another staff and ensure that I am there at all times until the staff is hired to ensure that correct staff to child ratios are maintained.”
Core safety Nov 1, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection staff person #1 was unable to identify by name the specific children assigned to his or her group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 28, 2022): “Staff person #1 is a new hire and started the same week of the inspection. I don't expect staff person #1 to remember the names overnight. But staff person #1 will be required to know on a daily basis the children that are under their supervision.”
Citation Nov 1, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
A review of the facility's emergency plan revealed that it did not include details on how infants, toddlers, children with chronic medical conditions, and children with disabilities would be managed during the various emergency scenarios.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2022): “Provider will update emergency plan to show how the accommodations will be made for the children. An updated emergency plan has been submitted to reflect the specific provisions as they relate to infants, toddlers, and children with chronic medical conditions and disabilities.”
Citation Nov 1, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)
A review of the documents submitted for staff person #2 did not show proof of completion of the 10-hour Health and Safety training. Staff person #2 has been employed for more than 90 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2022): “Documentation on completion of the 10-hour Health and Safety training has been submitted by email on 11/18/2022 for staff person #2. Staff person #2 has health and safety training, it was needed to open the center. Plan of correction is to check documents prior to submitting to ensure they are…”
Citation Nov 1, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
A review of the documents submitted for staff person #1 did not include and a copy of an ID which can be used to verify both age, and address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2022): “A copy of a PA DL was submitted for staff person #1 verifying both the date of birth and address for staff person #1”

“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) $70.00 $60.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $70.00 $60.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $65.00 $55.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $60.00 $50.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $55.00 $45.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $50.00 $45.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $50.00 $45.00

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 19 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Dec 1, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 29, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Love To Learn Learning Center
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 280-7887
State certificate # CER-00245706
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
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Common questions

Has Love to Learn Learning Center LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 5 violations 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 Oct 5, 2023 (background checks): “During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/5/2023, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member #2 file did not contain a NSOR clearance. The clearance was applied for on 3/15/2023. Staff member # 2 cannot work…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Love to Learn Learning Center LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Love to Learn Learning 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 to Learn Learning Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Oct 29, 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 Love to Learn Learning Center LLC compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #486 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Love to Learn Learning Center LLC last inspected?

Apr 15, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Love to Learn Learning Center LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for newborn, $70.00 for infant, $65.00 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Love to Learn Learning Center LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Love To Learn Learning Center.

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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