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510 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Busy Bees Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 113
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $1,458
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About Busy Bees Learning Center
Busy Bees Learning Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 113 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care. It lists monthly tuition from $1,458 to $2,055.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 2 months through 5 years
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 113 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 2 months through 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Daily life | Potty training: Teachers credited with potty training |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (webcam), Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | 5% discount on each child's tuition when more than one child enrolled |
| Licensed capacity | 113 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Busy Bees Learning Center lists monthly tuition from $1,458 to $2,055.
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Infant Room, 3 Full Days | $1,718 |
| Infant Room, 4 Full Days | $1,932 |
| Infant Room, 5 Full Days | $2,055 |
| Older Toddler Room, 3 Full Days | $1,505 |
| Older Toddler Room, 4 Full Days | $1,694 |
| Older Toddler Room, 5 Full Days | $1,837 |
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| Pre-Kindergarten Program, 3 Full Days | $1,458 |
| Pre-Kindergarten Program, 4 Full Days | $1,588 |
| Pre-Kindergarten Program, 5 Full Days | $1,738 |
| Young Toddler Room, 3 Full Days | $1,591 |
| Young Toddler Room, 4 Full Days | $1,807 |
| Young Toddler Room, 5 Full Days | $1,938 |
| Registration fee, each additional sibling | $25 |
| Registration fee, first child | $75 |
12 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Busy Bees Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 113 children
- License number
- #CER-00246825
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 1 rule in all · 1 corrected
- Records and paperwork 1
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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- Jul 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.26 Compliance/Nondiscrimination
“During the renewal inspection on 09.12.24, provider did not submit a completed BEO Attestation form..”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2024
- Oct 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 15, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the renewal inspection on 12/15/22, child #8 was observed walking from classroom to bathroom alone and unsupervised by staff #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2022
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 12/15/22 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #3 and child #6 did not include name, address and telephone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection on 12/15/22 the refrigerator thermometer located in the toddler 1 room read 50° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 12/15/22 there were missing outlet covers observed in the jungle room, toddler 3 room, preschool 1 room and preschool 2 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 12/15/22 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #3 did not include information regarding health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 12/15/22 the emergency contact form and financial agreement reviewed for child #7 was not reviewed and/or updated within 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“During the renewal inspection on 12/15/22 the emergency contact forms reviewed for child #1 and child #4 did not include information on child's special needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
Nov 5, 2021Inspection8 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a can of disinfectant spray sat on the counter next to the children's handwashing sink. (implemented on site)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2021
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of the children files. Child # 2 & #3 agreement did not specify a fee for the daycare service.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2021
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of the child files, child #1 & #2 were missing work addressed and telephone numbers for the enrolling parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2021
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walk through of the facility, there were perishable food sitting on the counter. Staff #1 informed the certification representative that she keeps the food out on the counter to stay room temperature. (Implemented on site)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2021
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a review of the facility's emergency plan. The plan did not include a "lock-down" procedure. (Implemented on site)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2021
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walk through of the facility, the facility was missing their drop off and pick up procedure posting.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2021
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough in the toddlers room, there was paint peeling around the door.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2021
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walk through and asked Staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, & #6 to identify the children in their groups and name the children. All 6 of the staff did not know which children were in their group.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Busy Bees Learning Center
Is Busy Bees Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Busy Bees Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Busy Bees Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Busy Bees Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 1 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 Busy Bees Learning Center care for?
113, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Busy Bees Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Busy Bees Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Busy Bees Learning Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $1,458 to $2,055, as it lists it.
What is Busy Bees Learning Center's phone number?
(215) 733-9271.
Where is Busy Bees Learning Center?
601 Walnut St Ll 25, Philadelphia, PA 19106. The nearest other daycare we list is Chesterbrook Academy, 0.1 miles away.