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Dumpling Grounds
- licensed capacity
- 61
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $285
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About Dumpling Grounds
Dumpling Grounds is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 61 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, part-time care, pre-k and preschool. It lists weekly tuition from $285 to $340.
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.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Birth through age five
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 61 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Birth through age five |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infant (6wks-12mo) Ratio 1:4 |
| Staff | Teachers certified in infant/toddler care |
| Daily life | Potty training: Opportunities to become more independent (toileting, feeding themselves, participating in structured activities, etc.) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | Sibling discount $20 off oldest |
| More | Founded 1980 |
| Licensed capacity | 61 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Dumpling Grounds lists weekly tuition from $285 to $340.
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Infant (6wks-12mo), 5 days per week | $340 |
| Older Toddlers (24mo-36mo), 5 days per week | $300 |
| Preschool (3s/4s), 5 days per week | $285 |
| Young Toddlers (13mo-24mo), 5 days per week | $320 |
4 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Dumpling Grounds
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 61 children
- License number
- #CER-00258023
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 26, 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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- Jun 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 2, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“On 7-2-24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child #1 and child # 2 agreement forms were missing admission dates.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2024
- Jun 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 8, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #2 was lacking a current valid FBI fingerprint clearance”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 did not include a current valid health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At the time of the inspection the record of child #2 was lacking health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2022
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of the inspection child #1 was at the facility and their record did not have a current valid health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Dumpling Grounds
Is Dumpling Grounds licensed?
Yes. Dumpling Grounds is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Dumpling Grounds last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 26, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Dumpling Grounds 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 Dumpling Grounds care for?
61, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Dumpling Grounds accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Dumpling Grounds' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Dumpling Grounds cost?
Weekly tuition from $285 to $340, as it lists it.
What is Dumpling Grounds' phone number?
(215) 338-1599.
Where is Dumpling Grounds?
4508 Blakiston St, Philadelphia, PA 19136. The nearest other daycare we list is Beautiful Beginnings Childcare Center, 0.2 miles away.