Young World Early Learning Center
Young World Early Learning Center is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 119 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 18 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (8 of 18). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #624 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2026, it was observed that there was a pair of sharp scissors on the desk that was accessible to the children in the All Stars room, and in the Cuddle Bugs room there were toys on the changing table.
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2026, it was observed that the refrigerator in the All Stars room did not have a thermometer inside.
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2026, the file for child #2 was viewed and the most recent health assessment was not updated within 12 months. The date of the most recent health assessment was 7/3/25.
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2026, the file for staff #1 did not include an initial health assessment.
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2026, it was observed that the bottle for child #1 was not labeled with the child's name.
During a renewal inspection on 7/23/2025, it was observed that in the infant room there was a changing table pad that was splitting in the middle and the Styrofoam pad was exposed, in the Busy Bees room there was sharp scissors on top of the cubby and they were accessible to the children, and in the Summer Camp Room there was a children's arm rest that had a hole in it.
During a renewal inspection on 7/23/2025, it was observed that in the Summer Camp room the costume shelf was not attached to the wall and it was a tipping hazard.
During a renewal inspection on 7/23/2025, it was observed in the infant room that child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides of their cribs while the children were using the rest equipment.
During a renewal inspection on 7/23/2025, it was observed that staff #1 changed the diaper of child #1, and did not wash the hands of child #1 after diapering.
During renewal inspection on 6/17/2024, Certification Representative observed an unlocked closet in the hallway that had toxic cleaning disinfectant in it that were accessible to the children.
During renewal inspection on 6/17/2024, Certification Representative observed cots were placed in front of the back exit door in the All Stars Room and obstructing the exit.
During renewal inspection on 6/17/2024, Certification Representative observed that a 4 seat multiple child stroller in the hallway was soiled.
During renewal inspection on 6/17/2024, Certification Representative observed shelves in the All Stars Room, and the Bouncing Baby Room that were a tipping hazard because the shelves were not anchored to the wall.
During the renewal inspection on 08.07.23, the disclosure statement form reviewed for Staff person #1 was not dated.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON AUGUST 09, 2022, THERE WAS NO WRITTEN SIGN 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.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON AUGUST 09, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE AN EXAMINATION FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES AND THE RESULTS OF THAT EXAMINATION.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON AUGUST 09, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE A PHYSICIAN'S OR CRNP'S ASSESSEMENT OF STAFF PERSON #1 SUITABILITY TO PROVIDE CHILD CARE SERVICES.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON AUGUST 09, 2022, THE EMERGENCY PLAN REVIEWED DID NOT INCLUDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONC MEDICCAL CONDITIONS.
“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.) | $75.00 | $63.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $73.00 | $59.60 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $66.00 | $56.60 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $63.00 | $55.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $33.00 | $25.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $33.00 | $25.00 |
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 Young World Early Learning Center 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 Aug 7, 2023 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection on 08.07.23, the disclosure statement form reviewed for Staff person #1 was not dated.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Young World Early Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Young World Early 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 Young World Early Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Dec 27, 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 Young World Early Learning Center compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #624 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Young World Early Learning Center last inspected?
Jul 8, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Young World Early Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $75.00 for infant, $73.00 for young toddler, $66.00 for older toddler, $63.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Young World Early Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Young World Early Learning Center INC.
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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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