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Specialty Care Learning Center

701 Cobbs Creek Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19143 · Philadelphia County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Specialty Care Learning Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 75 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 59 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (21 of 59). 8 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #1,112 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 91% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 91% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #1,112 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
4 Core-safety citations
55 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
59 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 8 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 1, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 1, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 7, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 3, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 21, 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

Records & paperwork 21
Training & qualifications 9
Health & medication 8
Emergency preparedness 7
Building & playground safety 7
Background checks 3
Food & feeding 2
Staff ratios 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2 did not have the criminal clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2026): “Will obtain the criminal clearance for staff #2. Staff #2 will not work in a child care position in the facility.”
Core safety Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level/Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.113(a)
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed in the infant classroom there were 2 staff to 5 infants. One staff person came out of the classroom. When cert rep went back into the classroom 1 staff person was on the floor with 3 infants and 1 infant was sleep on the other side of the room which could not be seen around the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2026): “All staff have been trained on supervision and all new staff will be trained on supervision before working with children. Required ratios will be maintained at all times.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the preschool classroom while napping the rest equipment was not 2 feet apart on three sides.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Will rearrange the rest equipment while the chidlren are napping to be 2 feet apart on three sides.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the temperature in the refrigerator was 48 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2026): “Will turn the refrigerator down to be below 45 degrees.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #1 did not have a health assessment on file. Staff #2 did not have a TB test on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2026): “Will obtain a health assessment for staff #1 and a TB screening for staff #2.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2, 3 and 5 did not have health and safety training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2026): “Will complete the health and safety training for staff #2, 3 and 5.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #3 did not have verification of child care experience on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2026): “Will obtain verification of child care experience for staff #3.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #4 did not have two written nonfamily references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2026): “Will obtain two written nonfamily references for staff #4.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed the emergency plan did not include a method of contacting the parents when the emergency begins and ends.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Operator will include a method of contacting the parents when the emergency begins and ends for the emergency plan.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed staff #6 did not have emergency plan training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2025): “Operator will retrain staff staff #6 on the emergency plan.”
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Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed the first aid kit in the school-age classroom open area was missing scissors and soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 15, 2025): “The first aid kit in the school-age classroom has been refilled with scissors and soap.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed the fence in the outdoor play space is in need of repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Operator will repair the outdoor play area fence.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Initial health report for young toddler no more than 6 months/Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(2)/3270.131(d)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed child #1, 2 and 3 files did not include a health assessment with immunizations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “Operator will obtain health assessment for child #1-3.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Record on file if positive TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)(i)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed staff #4 health assessment did not include a TB test.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 15, 2025): “Operator will obtain the TB for staff #4.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed child #6 did not have an infant feeding schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Operator will obtain feeding schedule for child #6.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(2)/3270.27(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed the emergency plan did not include an evacuation plan to another location away from the facility during an emergency. It did not include a plan to accommodate infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2025): “Operator will update the emergency plan to include accommodations for evacuation of infants, toddler and children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed the Shaken Baby Syndrome policy did not include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Operator will update the Shaken Baby Syndrome policy to include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed child #2 emergency plan did not include the parents work address and phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 15, 2025): “Operator will include the parents work address and phone number for child #2 on the emergency contact.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(2)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed child #1-5 fee agreement did not include the date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 15, 2025): “Operator will obtain the admission date for child #1-5 on the fee agreement.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed child #3 and 5 emergency contact did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Operator will obtain signed paerental consent for emergency medical care for child #3 and 5.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed child #3 emergency contact did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 15, 2025): “Operator will obtain the signed parental consent for administration of medications for child #3.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed child #3 and 5 emergency contact did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Operator will obtain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid for child #3 and 5.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed child #3 emergency contact did not include signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 15, 2025): “Operator will obtain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading for child #3.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed staff #2 and 6 did not have verification of child care experience on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Operator will obtain verification of child care experience for staff #2 and 6.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed staff #2 and 5 did not have verification of education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Operator will obtain verication of education for staff #2 and 5.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed staff #5 did not have two written nonfamily references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 15, 2025): “Staff #5 is no longer employed. Documentation is on file.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection on 7/7/2025 cert rep observed staff #3 did not have 12 clock hours of child care training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Operator will obtain 12 clock hours of child care training for staff #3.”
Core safety Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection staff #3 and 5 did not have did not have the state police clearance on file. Staff #4 did not have the FBI clearance on file. Staff #5 did not have mandated reporter training on file. Staff #6 did not have the child abuse clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will obtain the state police clearance for staff #3 and 5, FBI clearance for staff #4, mandated reporter training for staff #5 and the child abuse training for staff #6. Staff #3, 4, 5 and 6 will not work in a child care position until all clearances are on file and verified by cert rep.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection the emergency plan did not include continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will include a plan for continuity of operations for the emergency plan.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection staff #4 and 5 did not have emergency plan training on file. A copy of the emergency plan delivery was not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2024): “Operator will train staff #4 and 5 on the emergency plan and keep a record on file. A copy of the emergency plan delivery will be sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the molding around the wall in the older toddler classroom bathroom was in need of repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will repair the molding around the wall in the older toddler classroom bathroom.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the one of the ceiling lights in the infant/young toddler classroom and the older toddler classroom was not working.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will repair the lighting in the infant/young toddler and older toddler classrooms.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During the renewal inspection the rug in infant/young toddler and school age classroom was not clean.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will clean the rug in the infant/younger toddler and school age classroom.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the rails of the pack and play and the padding was not clean. The cert rep observed the cots were stacked with the sheets on them.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will clean the pack and play and the sheets on the cots and not stack them with the bedding on them.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(2)/3270.27(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection the emergency plan did not include accommodations for evacuation of children, accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will update the emergency plan to include accommodations for evacuation of children. Also, accommodations of infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions and keep on file.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)/3270.171(c)
During the renewal inspection a letter notifying the local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility was not on file. A written notice of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2024): “Operator will create a letter notifying the local traffic safety authorities annually of the location of the facility and post the safe routes.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff person - 18 yrs./Name, address, and phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(b)/3270.192(1)
During the renewal inspection staff #6 did not have verification of name, address and age on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will obtain and update file with verification of name, address and age on file.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection staff #1-5 did not have staff evaluations on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2024): “Operator will obtain staff evaluations for staff #1-5 and keep on file.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
During the renewal inspection the older toddler, preschool and school age classroom did not have a daily schedule posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2024): “Operator will create a daily schedule for the older toddler, preschool and school age classroom.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection the emergency contact for child #1 and 2 did not include the all of the name, address and phone number of the physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will obtain the physicians name, address and phone number for the emergency contact for child #1 and 2.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection child #2, 3 and 4 emergency contact did not include the parents work address and phone number on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will obtain the parents work address and phone number for the emergency contact for child #2, 3 and 4.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
During the renewal inspection the emergency contact for child #1 and 3 did not include information on the childs disabilities on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will obtain information on the child's disabilities for child #1 and 3 for the emergency contact.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed that the emergency contacts for all children present in the child care space for the infant/younger toddler classroom and the preschool classroom was missing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2024): “Operator will obtain and have available the emergency contacts for all children present in the child care space while receiving care.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection child#2 emergency contact did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first-aid procedures on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Operator will obtain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first-aid procedures for the emergency contact for child #2.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection staff #2, 3 and 6 did not have two written nonfamily references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2024): “Operator will obtain two written nonfamily references for staff #2, 3 and 6.”
Citation Jun 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection staff #1-5 did not have 12 hours of annual childcare training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2024): “Operator will obtain 12 hours of annual childcare training for staff #1-5 and keep on file.”
Core safety Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 did not have documentation of a completed NSOR. NSOR was applied for on 1/26/23. - Staff # 3's Child Abuse was dated 8/11/17, FBI dated 12/21/17, and Mandated reporter training dated 11/27/17 -Staff # 5's mandated reporter training was dated 12/28/17
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2023): “Staff # 1 NSOR was not back and called to ask for it. Staff # 3 has applied for all clearances expired, both staff are waiting for completion to return to work.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 9 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 31, 2023): “At the hiring review, all staff emergency plan training verification document will be included in the staff file.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - The young toddler room behind the office did not have children in care, but needed cleaning - The facility's outdoor playground needed cleaning
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2023): “All rooms will be cleaned and staged waiting for children. Outdoor playground was cleaned after inspection.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while doing a walk- through of the facility, the light in the young toddler room behind the office was not working
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2023): “Facility person will check all lighting to make sure no bulbs, if any lights are out”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Child's health history/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(1)/3270.182(1)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following - Child # 2 and Child # 5 did not have a health report in file just immunization record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2023): “Parents were notified and ordered the health assessments from doctor. She only gave an immunization record.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 9 had a health assessment completed on 7/7/22 but did not have it documented on a staff health form
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 31, 2023): “Staff was told to get a complete health assessment with negative TB test result and cannot return to work without it.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 1 had documentation of Adult CPR/First Aid, and not Pediatric CPR/First Aid in file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2023): “Staff was trained in Pediatric CPR/First Aid the following day 5/1/23.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 4, and Staff # 5 did not have documentation of the 10-hour health and safety training in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2023): “Staff # 4 and # 5 has completed 10-hour health and safety training. See attached.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have a completed file to meet the requirements of a Director
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2023): “Director will have a complete file at all times.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 4 did not have documentation of high school diploma and 2 years if experience to qualify as an AGS
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2023): “Staff # 4 graduated early and had not received a copy of diploma, but transcripts were given also attached. Proof of education and experience attached.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following - Child # 2 did not have documentation of child service report in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2023): “All service reports will be and done completed bi-annually and filed in child's file.”
Citation Apr 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection on 5/1/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 4 had 1 written reference in file - Staff # 6 had 1 written reference in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 31, 2023): “All staff was asked to get 2 reference letters and will be added to file.”
Citation Jun 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)/3270.182(1)
During renewal inspection on 7/13/22, while reviewing children's files, Child # 8 did not have a completed health form in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “Child # 8 has a physical on file and the parent provided the updated shot record to remain on file annually”

“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) $75.00 $72.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $75.00 $72.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $70.00 $67.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $65.00 $63.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $50.00 $47.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $50.00 $47.00

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 75 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jul 8, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jan 6, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Specialty Care Learning Center
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–7:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday 6:00 AM–4:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 921-2976
State certificate # CER-00259194
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Common questions

Has Specialty Care Learning Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Jul 1, 2026 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2 did not have the criminal clearance on file.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Specialty Care Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Specialty Care 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 Specialty Care Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jan 6, 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 Specialty Care Learning Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?

It is tied for #1,112 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 91% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Specialty Care Learning Center last inspected?

Jul 1, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Specialty Care Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $75.00 for newborn, $75.00 for infant, $70.00 for young toddler, $65.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Specialty Care Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Specialty Care Learning 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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