Tots Yearn to Learn 58th
Tots Yearn to Learn 58th is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 67 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 33 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (12 of 33). 9 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #775 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Observed black and mild on steps upon entering the building.
Observed first aid kit in Pre K 2 missing tweezers.
Observed hallway steps broken/peeling in multiple spaces.
Observed chipped paint near back door in Pre-K 2 classroom.
Observed toilet leaking water in Pre-K 2 classroom.
Observed Toddler 2 missing handwashing sign.
Observed broken broom on outdoor emergency exit steps.
Observed cots labeled with no cot chart in Pre-K 2 classroom.
Observed Fire extinguishers last serviced April of 2025
During the renewal inspection on 8/19/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain emergency plan training at time of initial employment.
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During the renewal inspection on 8/19/25 there were missing protective receptacle covers observed in infant and preschool classroom.
During the renewal inspection on 8/19/25 the first aid kit located in preschool room was missing tweezers; the first aid kit in the infant/toddler room was missing soap.
During the renewal inspection on 8/19/25 the health report reviewed for child #1 was not updated within 12 months. Health report reviewed was dated 6/26/24.
During the renewal inspection on 8/19/25 the file reviewed for staff #1 did not include an initial health assessment.
During the renewal inspection on 8/19/25 the bottles observed in the infant refrigerator were not labeled with child's name.
During the renewal inspection on 8/19/25 provider did not produce documentation of annual emergency drill.
During the renewal inspection on 8/19/25 the documentation reviewed did not reflect that fire drills were conducted at least every 60 days.
During the renewal inspection on 8/19/25 the emergency contact form and fee agreement reviewed child #1 and child #2 were not reviewed/updated once in a 6-month period.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency plan did not include the continuity of operations on file.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency plan did not include the method of contacting the parents when the emergency arises and after the emergency has ended and instructions on how to reunite with their children.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the hot water temperature was 111 degrees which exceeded 110° F.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the refrigerator in the preschool and toddler 2 classrooms did not have a thermometer.
During the renewal inspection staff #1did not have a current health assessment on file.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the annual letter notifying the local traffic authorities of the location of the facility was not on file.
During the renewal inspection staff #2 mandated reporter training expired 2/27/2019.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed all classrooms were missing the emergency contact information while children were receiving care.
During unannounced monitoring Staff # 1 reported that a report was not made to Childline when a parent reported alleged child abuse against staff # 2
During an unannounced monitoring inspection on 6/2/23, Cert rep observed Staff #3 throw their key remote across the room, hitting a wall and shattering. This was done in a classroom in the basement of the facility, while 8 children and 1 staff person were also present in the classroom. Staff #3 threw their key, after the Cert rep reported an area of noncompliance that was just observed by the cert rep.
During unannounced inspection on 6/2/23, while doing a walk-through, Cert Rep observed Staff # 1 alone in the basement childcare space with 8 children, youngest 2 years old. Staff # 1 reported that Staff #2 went to the store.
During renewal inspection on 5/10/23, while doing a walk-through, Cert Rep observed Staff # 9 feeding Child # 1 and infant in the bouncy chair, and not holding the infant.
During renewal inspection on 5/10/23, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following.: - Child # 3's emergency contact did not list the physician's name, number, and address -Child# 4's emergency contact did not list physician's name - Child# 5's emergency contact did not list physician's number
During renewal inspection on 5/10/23, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following.: - Child# 2's emergency contact did not list address for parent (s) - Child# 3's emergency contact did not list address for parent (s)
During renewal inspection on 7/18/22, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed a missing tile in the infant room on the first 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $90.00 | $85.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $87.00 | $82.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $83.00 | $78.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $80.00 | $75.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $72.00 | $67.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $72.00 | $67.00 |
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
Common questions
Has Tots Yearn to Learn 58th had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 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 13, 2023 (child protection): “During unannounced monitoring Staff # 1 reported that a report was not made to Childline when a parent reported alleged child abuse against staff # 2” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Tots Yearn to Learn 58th?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Tots Yearn to Learn 58th since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Tots Yearn to Learn 58th’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Feb 11, 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 Tots Yearn to Learn 58th compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #775 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Tots Yearn to Learn 58th last inspected?
Jul 29, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Tots Yearn to Learn 58th cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $90.00 for infant, $87.00 for young toddler, $83.00 for older toddler, $80.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Tots Yearn to Learn 58th?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Tots Yearn To Learn 58th.
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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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