Mandys Learning and Child Development Center
1701 W Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132 · Philadelphia County
3 core-safety citations in last 12 months
4 complaint investigations found violations
Keystone STAR 4
Mandys Learning and Child Development Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 116 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 4 complaint investigations. The state cited 56 violations, 12 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (12 of 56). 13 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. 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.
Inspection record
More citations than 82% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #1,035 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
12
Core-safety citations
44
Other citations
7
Inspections
4
Complaint investigations that found violations
56 citations from 11 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 13 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 9, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Training & qualifications
12
Records & paperwork
11
Building & playground safety
10
Background checks
6
Supervision
5
Health & medication
5
Emergency preparedness
2
Sleep safety
1
Other standards
1
Parent access
1
Food & feeding
1
Transportation
1
Citations, newest first
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
1. During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the files for staff #1,staff #2,staff #5, staff # #6, STAFF #8STAFF #9 AND STAFF #10 DO NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED PA clearances. Staff #2 is also missing the 3 clearances needed for Nevada, staff #4 is missing the 3 clearances for Noth Carlina and Georgia, staff #9 is missing the 3 Florida clearances. 2. The files for staff #3, #4, #5, #6, and staff #9 did not have a disclosure statement 3. The following files were missing the mandated reporter training: staff #2, staff #5, staff #6, staff #10
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “1. Staff #1, staff #2, staff #4, staff #5, staff #6, staff #8, staff #9 and staff #10 will not work with children until all of their PA and out of state clearances are obtained. 2. A disclosure form will be put into the files of staff #3, #4, #5, #6, and staff #9. 3. Provider will ensure that staff…”
Supervised at all times /Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(e)
Staff #2 was assigned to the infant room and and staff #10 relieved her and had 2 children strapped into chairs in the infant room. Staff #10 was feeding two of the children with her back to the children who were in the chairs. One child was asleep and the other child was awake and not being stimulated. Staff #10 was alone in the room when this was observed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will have staff 2 and staff #10 trained in supervision topics pertaining to proper supervision and restraints to include positioning trainings and do walk throughs to ensure that children are supervised at all times.”
Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.119
Staff #2 and staff 10 were in the infant room with an infant asleep in a chair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Staff #2 and staff #10 will be trained on the proper sleeping position for children.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the complaint inspection, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #7, #9 and staff #10 did not contain a record of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will train staff #7, #9 and staff #10 on the facility's emergency plan.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #1,staff #2, #4, #9 and staff #10 do not have a physical or TB results. Staff #6 did not have TB test results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will obtain physical/tb results for staff #1, staff, staff #2, staff #4, staff #6 staff #9 and staff #10”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Training & qualifications
By accredited secondary or postsecondary institution approved by PDE 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(1)(i)
During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 2 staff files and the file for staff #2, staff #8 and staff #10 did not include 12 hrs of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will have staff #2, staff #8 and staff #10 take the required 12 hrs of childcare trainings and place the record of the trainings in their staff file.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 1 staff file and the file for staff #2, #4, #6, #9 and staff #10 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr and first aid training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will provide staff #2, #4, #6, #9 and staff #10 with a PQAS approved pediatric cpr& first aid training given by a PQAS certified provider and place a record of the training in the staff's file.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #4, #5#6, #,7, AND staff #10did not contain fire safety training..
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will provide staff #4, #5#6, #,7, #10 AND staff #11 with fire safety training and place a record of the training in the staff's file.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Other standards
Infant/Toddler Stimulation 55 Pa. Code §3270.112
staff #2 and staff #10 had an infant sitting alone strapped in a chair with no staff interaction. The child was between a sleeping child in a chair and a crib left to her own devices.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Staff will not be allowed not to interact with the children/provide stimulation to infants. Both staff will receive traings on infant stimulation.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During the complaint investigation there was no staff file for staff #10, who was working alone with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “provider will create a completed staff file for staff #10.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the files for staff #1,11, staff #3 was missing a verification of childcare experience and the files for staff #2, staff #4, staff #6staff #8, staff #9 and staff #10 did not include the verification of education or years of childcare experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will obtain proof of education and childcare experience for staff #2, staff #4, staff #6, staff #8, staff #9, staff #10 and add proof of childcare experience to the files of staff #1, staff #3 and staff #11.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #2, staff #5, staff #6, staff #8, staff #9, staff #10 did not contain 2 nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will obtain two nonfamily references for staff #1, staff #2, staff #5, staff #6, staff #8, staff #9, staff #10 and put into their personnel file.”
Citation
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Training & qualifications
Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(g)
During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #2,#4,#6, #8,and staff #10, did not contain the required health and safety professional development training(s).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2025): “Provider will have staff #2, #4, #6, #8, and staff #10 take the required health and safety trainings and have Staff #2 always supervised until the training is completed.”
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Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative did a facility walkthrough and there were two aides working together unsupervised with the preschoolers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “Provider will ensure that staff #2 and staff #4 are always supervised while working with children.”
Citation
Feb 3, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Physical examination 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(1)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not contain an updated health assessment, the form on file was dated 9/18/2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2025): “Provider will obtain an updated health assessment for staff #1.”
Citation
Feb 3, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and 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 or the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “Provider will update their shaken baby/abusive head trauma and child maltreatment policy to ensure that it includes the recognition for potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and the identification and prevention of child maltreatment.”
Citation
Feb 3, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2025): “Provider will have staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 trained in a PQAS certified pediatric cpr and first aid course given by a PQAS certified instructor.”
Citation
Feb 3, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Provider will provide staff #2 with fire safety training and place a record of the training in the staff's file.”
Citation
Feb 3, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff, #2 and staff#4 did not include a verification of experience and the file for staff #3 did not include a verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2025): “Provider will obtain verification of education for staff #3 and get employment verification form and put it into the file of staff #1, staff #2 and staff #4.”
Citation
Feb 3, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(g)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 and staff #2 did not contain the 10 hr health and safety professional development training or the updated two part health and safety trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2025): “Provider will have staff #1 and staff #2 take the required health and safety trainings and place it in their staff file.”
Citation
Jul 2, 2024
Complaint investigation
Parent access
Parent Access & Participation 55 Pa. Code §3270.23
The Providers are not allowing the parents access to the child's classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “The Provider will be in compliance with 3270.23 at all times”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 the file for staff person #2 hired (see code sheet) did not contain a completed DHS FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2024): “Staff person #3 must be removed from a childcare position by the close of business. Staff has completed DHS FBI clearance.”
Citation
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 missing protective receptacle covers were observed in indoor play space and PreK classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2024): “Receptacle covers were replaced during inspection.”
Citation
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 the first aid kit located in the infant room did not contain tweezers. The first aid kit located in the preschool room did not contain tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2024): “Items were replaced during inspection.”
Citation
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 the refrigerator located in the infant classroom did not contain thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2024): “The operator will assure that all refrigerators including the infant room will have operable thermometer inside the refrigerator. Thermometer has been placed in infant room refrigerator.”
Citation
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2024): “The operator will assure that all staff have completed health assessments on file prior to working at facility. Completed health assessment for staff person #1 has been placed in the file.”
Citation
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 there was no documentation provided confirming that annual emergency drill was conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2024): “The operator will assure that verification of the annual emergency drill is on file as required including the drill completed in February 2024”
Citation
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain certificate confirming completion of first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2024): “The operator will assure that all staff receive first aid/cpr within 90 days of being hired.”
Citation
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 the file reviewed for staff person #2 did not contain certificate confirming fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2024): “The operator will assure that all staff, including staff person #2 completes annual fire safety training.”
Citation
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 the file reviewed for staff person #3 did not contain an annual written evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2024): “The director will assure that all staff including staff person #3 will have an annual written evaluation as required. Evaluation has been placed in staff's file.”
Citation
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 the file reviewed for child #2 did not contain a fee agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2024): “The operator will assure that all children files have a completed financial agreement upon enrollment. Completed agreement has been placed in child's file.”
Citation
Apr 18, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 04/18/24 the file reviewed for child #1 and child #2 did not contain child service report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2024): “The operator will assure that all children files have a completed child service reports as required. Child service reports have been placed in child's file.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 5/23/23, 1. Staff #1 did not have an NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate. 2. Staff #2 did not have a signed and witnessed disclosure statement. 3. Staff #3 did not have a Child Abuse Clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Facility Person #1 is no longer employed with the childcare facility. Facility Person #2 will not be allowed to return to work until required hiring documents are received.”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the renewal inspection on 5/23/23, 3 unattended young toddlers walked into the main entrance welcome desk area without supervision. During transition from the Young Toddler room, staff person #1lost sight of 3 children from her assigned group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Staff Person 1 was terminated by the facility due to lack of supervision on 5/23/23.”
Citation
May 23, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
Durning the renewal inspection on 5/23/23, the first-aid kit in the School Age room did not have gloves.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider reviewed all first-aid kits in each classroom and corrected any items they may have been missing to ensure that the following is present: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.”
Citation
May 23, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 5/23/23, in the Young Toddlers room, the electrical outlet had no wall plate and exposed wires.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider addressed the damage area by having an electrical outlet cover placed on wall to cover exposed wire.”
Citation
May 23, 2023
Inspection
Transportation
Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.178
During the renewal inspection on 5/23/23, the minivan used for transportation did not have a first-aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider has placed a First-Aid Kit into the transport vehicle and insured that all the required items were inside.”
Citation
May 23, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During the renewal inspection on 5/23/23, the provider did not have on how to access the regulations electronically available to the parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider has posted the QR code for families to access the regulations electronically on the welcome and parent board.”
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During the complaint investigation initiated on 12/13/22, child #1 indicated that staff person #1 placed his hand on her leg inappropriately on two separate occasions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2023): “Provider has removed staff person #1 from working in the facility. Staff person 1 is no longer employed.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/16/22, STAFF PERSON # 2 DID NOT HAVE FBI CLEARANCE OR MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING COMPLETED WITHIN THE LAST 60 MONTHS. STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT HAVE PA STATE CLEARANCE, CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE, FBI CLEARANCE, NSOR, OR MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING. STAFF PERSON #5 DID NOT HAVE NSOR, OR MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING. STAFF PERSON #6 DID NOT HAVE NSOR. STAFF PERSON #7 DID NOT HAVE FBI CLEARANCE, OR NSOR. STAFF PERSON #9 DID NOT HAVE CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE, FBI CLEARANCE, NSOR, OR MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING. STAFF PERSON #11 DID NOT HAVE PA STATE CLEARANCE OR CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE. ALL STAFF MENTIONED MUST HAVE CPSL MANDATED CLEARANCES COMPLETED WITHIN THE LAST 60 MONTHS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “Staff person 2,4,5 and 9 will not be allowed to work with children until all required clearances are on file; including state police, child abuse, FBI, NSOR and Mandated child abuse reporting training. Staff persons 6 and 7 are no longer employed.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No business simultaneous use 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(f)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/16/22, THE PRE K (ROOM 5) AREA, WAS BEING USED FOR STORAGE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “The Pre K room (room 5) will be arranged for child care space as required.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION 6/16/22, THERE WERE NO PROTECTIVE RECEPTACLE COVERS ON UNUSED ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN ROOM 1 (MULTIPURPOSE ROOM), AND IN ROOM 2 (INDOOR PLAY SPACE HAD 8 UNCOVERED ELECTRICAL OUTLETS),
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “Protective receptacle covers have been placed in all outlets in rooms 1 and 2.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/16/22, THERE WAS NO FIRST AID KIT IN THE MULTIPURPOSE ROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “First aid kits have been placed in multi purpose rooms as required this will be maintained at all times.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/16/22, THE FIRST AID KIT IN ROOM 3, OLDER TODDLER ROOM, DID NOT HAVE TAPE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “Tape was added to the first aid kit in room 3.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/16/22, THERE WAS A DAMAGED WALL COVERING IN THE MULTIPURPOSE ROOM (ROOM 1).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “The damaged wall covering was repaired.”
Citation
Jun 16, 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 6/16/22, STAFF PERSON #3 AND 11 DID NOT HAVE A SIGNED HEALTH ASSESSMENT WITH TB TESTING READ AND RESULTS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “Staff member 3 is no longer employed. Staff member 11 has provided physical and it is on file at facility.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/16/22, THE OPERATOR DID NOT HAVE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION IN ANY OF THE CHILD CARE SPACES WHERE THE CHILDREN WERE RECIEVING CARE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “The operator will assure that all child care rooms where children are in care will have emergency contact forms for children in care.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/16/22, STAFF PERSON #6,7,9 AND 11 DID NOT HAVE TWO WRITTEN NONFAMILY REFERENCES ATTESTING TO THEIR SUITABILITY A A FACILITY PERSON.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “Staff members 6 and 7 are no longer employed. Staff members 9 and 11 have provided two non family references to facility.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/16/22, STAF PERSON #2,3,4,5,6,7 AND 9 DID NOT HAVE THE ANNUAL MINIMUM 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “Staff person 2,4 and 5 have completed 12 hours of training staff members 3,5 and 7 are no longer employed.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Prevention and control of infectious diseases 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(1)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/16/22, STAFF PERSON #1,2,3,4,5,7,8,9,10, AND 12 DID NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING COMPLETE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2022): “Staff persons 1,2,4,5,8,9,10 and 12 have completed the required health and safety training in accordance to chapter 3270.31. Staff person 3 and 7 are no longer employed.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 1/18/22, THE FOLLOWING WAS OBSERVED: 1. STAFF PERSON # 1, HIRED 8/5/21, DID NOT HAVE STATE POLICE CLEARANCE OR MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING COMPLETED WITHIN THE 5 YEAR CPSL REQUIREMENT. 2. STAFF PERSON # 2, HIRED 1/18/21, DID NOT HAVE STATE POLICE CLEARANCE COMPLETED WITHIN THE 5 YEAR CPSL REQUIREMENT. 3. STAFF PERSON # 3, HIRED 10/19/21, DID NOT HAVE FBI CLEARANCE OR MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING COMPLETED WITHIN THE 5 YEAR CPSL REQUIREMENT. 4. STAFF PERSON # 4, HIRED 8/2/21, DID NOT HAVE FBI CLEARANCE OR MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING COMPLETED WITHIN THE 5 YEAR CPSL REQUIREMENT. 5. STAFF PERSON # 5, HIRED 12/13/21, DID NOT HAVE NATIONAL SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY CLEARANCE COMPLETED WITHIN THE 5 YEAR CPSL REQUIREMENT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2022): “employees 1 and 5 are suspended until document are obtained Employee #2 has submitted the missing document of State Police Clearance Employee#3 has submitted FBI clearance and mandated reporting training Employee#4 has submitted FBI clearance and mandated reporting training”
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 1/18/22, STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 WERE NOT ABLE TO EFFECTIVELY IDENTIFY THE CHILDREN THAT THEY WERE RESPONSIBLE FOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2022): “All staff will be informed/aware of all children within their care at all times in compliance with code Chapter 3270.113(a)(1)”
Citation
Jan 18, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 1/18/22, ROOM #3 DID NOT HAVE ADEQUATE LIGHTING DURING NAPTIME TO EFFECTIVELY MONITOR THE CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2022): “Provider added artificial night lights to the room to provide adequate lighting for nap-time.”
Citation
Jan 18, 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 1/18/22, STAFF PERSON # 1,2,3,5,6,7 AND 8 DID NOT HAVE HEALTH ASSESSMENTS ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2022): “staff members 1,2,3,6 and 7 have completed health assessment that includes all the required areas for Pa code Chapter 3270.151(c)(1)3270.192(3) Staff member 5 and 8 is suspend until document is obtained.”
Citation
Jan 18, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 1/18/22, STAFF PERSON #5 AND 8 DID NOT HAVE 2 WRITTEN NONFAMILY REFERENCES ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2022): “staff member 5 and 2 have submitted the 2 non-family references to be in compliance with code Chapter 3270.192 (5)”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION, INITIATED ON 9/23/21, STAFF PERSON #1 ADMITTED TO HAVING CONVERSATIONS WITH CHILD #1 THROUGH TEXT MESSAGING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2021): “THE PROVIDER TERMINATED STAFF PERSON #1 IMMEDIATELEY.”
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Violation found
Nov 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
13 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Jul 2, 2024
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Dec 13, 2022
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Sep 23, 2021
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $60.00 | $50.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $60.00 | $50.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $56.40 | $46.40 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $53.00 | $43.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $50.00 | $40.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $41.00 | $35.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $41.00 | $35.00 |
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
116 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Apr 7, 2027
Operator
Mandys Learning And Child Development Center
Hours
Monday–Thursday 5:00 AM–7:00 PM; Friday 5:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 309-2512
State certificate #
CER-00253091
Common questions
Has Mandys Learning and Child Development Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 12 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 Nov 17, 2025 (background checks): “1. During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the files for staff #1,staff #2,staff #5, staff # #6, STAFF #8STAFF #9 AND STAFF #10 DO NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED PA…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Mandys Learning and Child Development Center?
Pennsylvania lists 4 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Mandys Learning and Child Development Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Dec 8, 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 Mandys Learning and Child Development Center 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 Mandys Learning and Child Development Center last inspected?
Jan 9, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Mandys Learning and Child Development Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for newborn, $60.00 for infant, $56.40 for young toddler, $53.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Mandys Learning and Child Development Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Mandys Learning And Child Development Center.
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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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