The Salvation Army Learning Zone
1340 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA 19123 · Philadelphia County
Keystone STAR 1
The Salvation Army Learning Zone is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 287 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 33 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (13 of 33). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #881 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 67% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 67% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #881 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
2
Core-safety citations
31
Other citations
5
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
33 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 7, 2025
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Records & paperwork
13
Emergency preparedness
7
Health & medication
5
Building & playground safety
3
Background checks
2
Training & qualifications
2
Transportation
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Oct 7, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed the facility emergency plan was missing language concerning continuity of operations in the case of an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Provider will add a statement regarding the continuity of operations in the event of an emergency at the facility to the current facility emergency plan.”
Citation
Oct 7, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(9)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing written records of fire drills being performed at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Provider will produce a written record of all fire drills being conducted at the facility.”
Citation
Oct 7, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing liability insurance documentation present at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Provider will keep a copy of current liability insurance at the facility at all times.”
Citation
Oct 7, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed a missing plan that identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency being displayed conspicuously in every child care space at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Provider will create and post a plan that identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency, and post the plan conspicuously in every child care space at the facility.”
Citation
Oct 7, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed staff files not being kept at the facility. but at a remote corporate location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Provider will produce all staff files and keep them on site.”
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed a missing disclosure statement in the file of Staff 1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will obtain a copy of the disclosure statement for the file of Staff 1; Staff 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until the disclosure statement is submitted for the file.”
Citation
Nov 4, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing documentation of emergency plan training in the files of Staff 1 and Staff 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will conduct and document emergency plan training for the files of Staff 1 and Staff 2.”
Citation
Nov 4, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing initial health assessments in the files of Staff 1 and Staff 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will obtain a health assessment for the files of Staff 1 and Staff 2.”
Citation
Nov 4, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing initial tuberculosis screenings in the files of Staff 1 and Staff 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will obtain tuberculosis screenings for the files of Staff 1 and Staff 2.”
Citation
Nov 4, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing documentation of emergency drills being conducted at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will conduct and document an emergency drill at the facility.”
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Citation
Nov 4, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed a copy of the facility's emergency plan had not been sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will send a copy of the facility's emergency plan to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.”
Citation
Nov 4, 2024
Inspection
Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed the facility had not informed the local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will create and send to the local traffic safety authorities in writing the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility on a annual basis.”
Citation
Nov 4, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed an emergency plan that made no mention to abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and addressing the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will add missing language to the existing facility emergency plan.”
Citation
Nov 4, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed a missing current copy of the liability insurance on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will obtain a current copy of the facility's liability insurance.”
Citation
Nov 4, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed a missing written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency being displayed conspicuously in every child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will create a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency and will post it in every child care space.”
Citation
Nov 4, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed a missing individual record for Staff 3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Provider will obtain the individual record for Staff 3.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on November 15, 2022, the record reviewed for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 did not include NSOR clearance and disclosure statement documentation (See LIS Code Sheet)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 16, 2022): “Will have NSOR and Disclosure Statement in file by 11.18.22”
Citation
Nov 15, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection on November 15, 2022, there was no protective receptable cover in the electrical outlet located on the right-side wall in the Learning Zone classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2022): “Will place protective receptacle covers in outlet by 11.21.22.”
Citation
Nov 15, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During the renewal inspection on November 15, 2022, there was no sign posted stating that a facility person and an able child shall wash his/her hands after toileting and before eating posted in the first-floor bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2022): “Will create and post a bathroom sign by 11.15.22”
Citation
Nov 15, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
During the renewal inspection on November 15, 2022, the health assessment reviewed for Child #2 and Child #5 did not include a statement that the child was able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2022): “Will have updated assessment forms submitted by 12.05.22”
Citation
Nov 15, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection on November 15, 2022, the record reviewed for Child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include an agreement form signed by the facility director and parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2022): “Will create an agreement form and with parent and director signature by 11.18.22”
Citation
Nov 15, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection on November 15, 2022, the record reviewed for Staff person #1 did not include verification of experience, education or training for the title position of facility director and Staff person #2 for the title position of classroom teacher/tutor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2022): “Will submit transcripts/degree and experience verification by 12.05.22”
Citation
Nov 15, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection on November 15, 2022, the record reviewed for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 did not include a written report of an initial health assessment including the results of initial tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2022): “Will have health assessment completed and submitted by 12.05.22”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP/Child's health history 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)/3270.131(d)(1)
During renewal inspection on 11/16/21, file of child #2 did not contain a health report reviewing child's health history.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “The SALZ contacted parent of child #2 regarding updated information. Parent will forward updated information by 11/24/21. Child #2 suspended until updated information is received.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
During renewal inspection on 11/16/21, file of child #1 did not contain a review of child's immunization status.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “The SALZ contacted parent of child #1 regarding immunization status. Parent will forward updated records. The child will be suspended 11/24/21 unless information is received.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During renewal inspection on 11/16/21, facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for evacuation of children with disabilities and/or chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2021): “Children that fall into the category of chronic medical conditions and disabilities will not be stationed on the 2nd floor of facility.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
During renewal inspection on 11/16/21, fire evacuation routes were not posted in 2nd floor child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2021): “The SALZ posted all documents on the 2nd floor classroom”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
During renewal inspection on 11/16/21, fire inspection report showing system has been inspected annually and is in compliance was not available for review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2021): “The new facility officers contacted Keystone Fire Safety Protection to schedule annual inspection of fire system.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 11/16/21, file of staff person #1 did not have fire safety training completed within the last year. Fire safety training on file was dated 07/11/2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2022): “Staff person will complete fire safety training as required annually.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities/Name, address, and phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)/3270.192(1)
At time of renewal inspection on 11/16/21, director was unable to provide current, valid identification verify identity. ID presented was issued in 1998 and expired in 2002.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 29, 2021): “The director will forward current copy of Pennsylvania State ID.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
During renewal inspection on 11/16/21, written plan of daily activities was not posted in 2nd floor child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2021): “The SALZ posted all documents on the 2nd floor classroom”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During renewal inspection on 11/16/21, emergency contact information on file for child #1 did not contain health insurance coverage information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “The SALZ contacted parent of child #1 and requested updated documentation and/or records, The child will be suspended from program until documentation is forwarded by 11/24/21.”
Citation
Nov 16, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During renewal inspection on 11/16/21, written plan identifying means of transporting child to emergency care and staffing provisions, if necessary, was not posted in 2nd floor child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2021): “The SALZ posted compliance information as requested on 2nd floor.”
“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.) | $20.00 | $8.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $20.00 | $8.00 |
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
287 children
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Nov 10, 2026
Operator
The Salvation Army
Hours
Monday 3:00 PM–7:00 PM; Tuesday and Wednesday 3:00 AM–7:00 PM; Thursday and Friday 3:00 PM–7:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 787-2962
State certificate #
CER-00247942
Common questions
Has The Salvation Army Learning Zone had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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 4, 2024 (background checks): “During renewal inspection, cert rep observed a missing disclosure statement in the file of Staff 1.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about The Salvation Army Learning Zone?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Salvation Army Learning Zone since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is The Salvation Army Learning Zone’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Apr 26, 2019. 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 Salvation Army Learning Zone compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #881 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 67% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was The Salvation Army Learning Zone last inspected?
Oct 7, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does The Salvation Army Learning Zone cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $20.00 for young school-age, $20.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs The Salvation Army Learning Zone?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Salvation Army.
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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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