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Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab
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About Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab
Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 41 children, serving school-age children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 41 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (267) 975-3645 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 41 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 41 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00252914
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 9, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Records and paperwork 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Feb 9, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.71 Heat Source
“At the time of inspection on 2/19/2026, Certification Representative felt the baseboard radiators in two classroom areas and the kitchen area were over 110 degrees and there was nothing to prevent direct contact.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“There was not written notification of safe routes posted in an area used by parents in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.165 Menus
“The operator did not have a posted copy of the menu in an area used by parents at least a week in advance.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
- Jan 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility emergency plan did not include information on how infants, toddlers and children with special needs will be evacuated.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2025
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“The facility emergency plan did not include a lock-down procedure. This was corrected onsite.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab
Is Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab licensed?
Yes. Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 9, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab care for?
41, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (267) 975-3645 to confirm.
How much does Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 975-3645 to ask.
What is Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab's phone number?
(267) 975-3645.
Where is Dual Dynamic Associates DBA the Learning Lab?
7226 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149. The nearest other daycare we list is Elite Learners Child Development Center, under 0.1 miles away.