Kindercare Learning Center
315 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA
4.8· 28 reviews
Book Worms Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 24
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $1,480
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About Book Worms Early Learning Center
Book Worms Early Learning Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 24 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: pre-k, preschool and toddler care. It lists monthly tuition from $1,480 to $2,000.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 6 years
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 24 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 6 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Pre-K, preschool and toddler care |
| Staff | Certified teachers |
| Licensed capacity | 24 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Book Worms Early Learning Center lists monthly tuition from $1,480 to $2,000.
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Nursery School (12 mo – 2 y) Full Day, 3 days/week | $1,650 |
| Nursery School (12 mo – 2 y) Full Day, 4 days/week | $1,750 |
| Nursery School (12 mo – 2 y) Full Day, 5 days/week | $2,000 |
| PreK (3 y – 5 y), effective September 1, 2026, 3 days/week | $1,480 |
| PreK (3 y – 5 y), effective September 1, 2026, 4 days/week | $1,700 |
| PreK (3 y – 5 y), effective September 1, 2026, 5 days/week | $1,920 |
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| Preschool (2 y – 3y) 3 days/week | $1,575 |
| Preschool (2 y – 3y) 4 days/week | $1,730 |
| Preschool (2 y – 3y) 5 days/week | $1,975 |
9 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Book Worms Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 24 children
- License number
- #CER-00250661
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 16, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Dec 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 18, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection on 12.18.24, chipped paint was located on the right-side wall of first floor bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 12.18.24, there was no policy written and/or posted regarding recognition of shaken baby syndrome, strategies for coping and addressing a fussy/distraught child, and prevention/identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025
Dec 21, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection on 12.21.23, chipped paint was located on the lower wall near the indoor play space area and the outside wall of the facility bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection on 12.21.23, Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First Aid and CPR. (see LIS code sheet):”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 4, 2024
Jan 11, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1, having worked at the facility over 45 days, was lacking the National Sex Offender Clearance letter. The record of staff person #2 was lacking the required FBI fingerprint clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of the inspection the records of child #1 and child #2 were lacking in current valid health assessments.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“At the time of the inspection there was no protective receptacle cover in one of the electrical outlets accessible to the 3-year-old group in the front of the building.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
Dec 17, 2021Inspection6 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of staff files, staff #1 file included a id NJ but the file did not consist of clearances for NJ.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2022
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of the staff files, after the review of the staff file it was discovered the facility did not have a director.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2021
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of the children files, child #1 & #3 emergency contact information did not consist of the work address and work phone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of the child files, in child #2 file the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2022
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of the children files, in child #1 & #4 file the health assessments does not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2022
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan/Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of the emergency plan, the emergency plan did not include lock-down, accommodations for infants, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Book Worms Early Learning Center
Is Book Worms Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Book Worms Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Book Worms Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 16, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Book Worms Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 4 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Book Worms Early Learning Center care for?
24, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Book Worms Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Book Worms Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Book Worms Early Learning Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $1,480 to $2,000, as it lists it.
What is Book Worms Early Learning Center's phone number?
(267) 273-1941.
Where is Book Worms Early Learning Center?
307 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106. The nearest other daycare we list is Book Worms Early Learning Center, under 0.1 miles away.