Tots Yearn to Learn Larchwood
Tots Yearn to Learn Larchwood is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 109 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 27 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 27). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #498 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the unannounced monitoring inspection, the cert rep observed a child was unsupervised in another classroom with a one-on-one therapist.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection, the cert rep observed the last fire drill was conducted on 3/23/26.
During the unannounced monitoring inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 did not have pediatric first aid and CPR on file.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the emergency plan did not include continuity of operations.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the upstairs children bathroom water tested at 118 degrees.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the screen in the window in the infant room is torn.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #1 did not include the insurance policy number on file.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #1 did not include signed consent for transportation, walking and excursions on file.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #1 did not include verification of child care experience on file.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed preschool 2 and the infant classroom hot water temperatures exceed 110 degrees.
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During the renewal inspection cert rep observed a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for the infant in the classroom was not on file.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the Shaken Baby Syndrome policy did not include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #1 did not include the parents work address and phone number.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #1 emergency contact did not include the information on the child's special needs.
During the renewal inspection a letter notifying the local traffic safety authorities of the location and programs use of pedestrian and vehicular routes was not on file.
During the renewal inspection a policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome was not on file.
During the renewal inspection staff #1 did not have verification of education on file.
During the renewal inspection child #1 emergency contact did not have the physicians address on file.
During the renewal inspection the emergency contact for child #2 did not have the parents work address and phone number on file.
During unannounced monitoring on 1/25/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility, Cert Rep observed Staff # 1 in the toddler room. Staff # 1 did not have a file at the facility
During renewal inspection on 12/22/22, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following - Child # 5 in young toddler/older toddler room was observed siting in a highchair. while the 3 other children in the room were playing. When asked why the child was in the chair Staff reported that the child was not listening. -Child # 9 in the preschool room was observed sitting in a similar highchair, while the peers were seated at the table getting ready to do a craft. when asked why the child was in the chair, staff reported that the child was not listening
During renewal inspection on 12/22/22, while checking medication in the classroom, Child # 8 had prescribed medication, but did not have a medication log- a written consent for administering of medication by parent/guardian
During renewal inspection on 12/22/22, while doing a walk-through of the facility, Cert Rep observed facility staff # 8 preparing a meal in the facility's kitchen, had a health assessment in file dated 6/17/2020
During renewal inspection on 12/22/22, while doing a walk through before nap in the young toddler/older toddler room, Child#7 was given a bottled that was not labelled with a name on it
During renewal inspection on 12/22/22, while reviewing staff files, Staff # 5 did not have documentation of 2500 hours of childcare experience to qualify as an AGS (Assistant Group Supervisor) in file
During renewal inspection on 12/22/22, while reviewing staff files, Staff # 5 completed the incorrect Pediatric CPR/First Aid (online course) that is not accepted by the Department
During renewal inspection on 2/3/22, while reviewing staff files, Staff # 5 whose hire date 10/25/2021 did not have the correct mandated reporter in file
“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 Larchwood 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 Jun 22, 2026 (supervision): “During the unannounced monitoring inspection, the cert rep observed a child was unsupervised in another classroom with a one-on-one therapist.” 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 Larchwood?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Tots Yearn to Learn Larchwood 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 Larchwood’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jul 12, 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 Larchwood compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #498 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Tots Yearn to Learn Larchwood last inspected?
Jun 22, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Tots Yearn to Learn Larchwood 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 Larchwood?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Tots Yearn To Learn Larchwood.
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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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