The Learning Tree is a certified child care center in Wellsboro, PA, with capacity for 25 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 2 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 #2 of 15 centers in Tioga County and has fewer citations per inspection than 92% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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Citations, newest first
During the renewal inspection, the health assessment for Staff #1 was dated 4/17/26 which was more than 24 months from the previous health assessment dated 12/5/23.
During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #1 did not include the child abuse clearance or NSOR certificate within the 45-day provisional period, as required under the CPSL.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $30.40 | $14.80 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $30.40 | $14.80 |
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 The Learning Tree 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 Oct 7, 2024 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #1 did not include the child abuse clearance or NSOR certificate within the 45-day provisional period, as required under the CPSL.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about The Learning Tree?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Learning Tree since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is The Learning Tree’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Feb 20, 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 The Learning Tree compare with other daycares in Tioga County?
It is #2 of 15 centers in Tioga County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 92% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was The Learning Tree last inspected?
Jul 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does The Learning Tree cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $30.40 for young school-age, $30.40 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs The Learning Tree?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Learning Tree.
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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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