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Growing Tree Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 66
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $1,395.33
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About Growing Tree Learning Center
Growing Tree Learning Center is a child care center in Glenside, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 66 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: pre-k, preschool and toddler care. It lists monthly tuition from $1,395.33 to $1,479.50.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 66 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Pre-K, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Enrichment | Physical fitness classes, music class, visitors, shows, theme related activities |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 66 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Growing Tree Learning Center lists monthly tuition from $1,395.33 to $1,479.50.
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Nursery | $1,479.50 |
| Preschool/Pre-k | $1,395.33 |
| Toddler | $1,436.50 |
| Young Toddler | $1,458.83 |
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Nursery | $341.50 |
| Preschool/Pre-k | $322 |
| Toddler | $331.50 |
| Young Toddler | $336.50 |
8 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Growing Tree Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 66 children
- License number
- #CER-00244524
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Background checks 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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Sep 10, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Observed 9/10/2026 staff #1 file did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.94(a)(9)/3270.95(a) Written record/Devices must be compliant
“Observed 9/10/2026 fire detection system has not been tested every thirty days. Fire detection shall manually test all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days, demonstrating the system is operable and maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Observed 9/10/2026 Child # 1 file were missing a periodic review on the emergency contact and agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2026
Sep 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Observed 9/10/2025 child #1 file did not contain an updated health report on file. Child # 1 last physical was 6/26/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025
Sep 12, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Observed 9/12/2024 child #2 file health insurance coverage policy number were missing from emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed 9/12/2024 Staff #2 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #2 did not handwash child #4 hands after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Observed 9/12/2024 child file #1 and 3 emergency contact form were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Observed 9/12/2024 emergency plan did not address continuity of operations if an emergency occurs.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Observed 9/12/2024. Staff #1 file did not contain completed DHS required State Police Criminal Clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearance on file was not met.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2024
Sep 20, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Observed 9/20/2023 The file for staff # 1 does not contain a completed DHS required NSOR clearance. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. Staff #1 passed their provisional hire date.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Observed 9/20/2023 child #3 and 7 file did not contain health insurance coverage and policy number were missing from emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Observed 9/20/2023 children files # 2,4,5,6,8,9 and 10 emergency contact form were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2023
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“Observed On 9/20/2023 observed child # 1 file did not contain an exemption letter for the vaccination (influenza) not completed in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2023
3270.133(1)/3270.133(5) Original container/Original label
“Observed 9/20/2023 Child #11 inhaler medication was not in its original container; it was placed in a zipped locked bag without manufacture's or health professional's instructions on the original label. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2023
3270.182(3)/3270.182(4) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs
“Observed 9/20/2023 Child # 3 file did not contain consent for emergency medical care on their emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2023
3270.182(5)/3270.182(6) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“Observed 9/20/2023 child # 3 file did not contain a signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff or signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2023
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“Observed 9/20/2023 child files # 1,7 and 10 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times on the agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2023
Sep 15, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed 9/15/2022 in The Pre-School classroom, child # 1 & 2 cups were not labeled to identify that the cup belonged to which child. The Young Toddlers classroom child #3 cup was not labeled to identify that the cup belong to this child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2022
- Nov 9, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Growing Tree Learning Center
Is Growing Tree Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Growing Tree Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Growing Tree Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Growing Tree Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Growing Tree Learning Center care for?
66, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Growing Tree Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Growing Tree Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Growing Tree Learning Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $1,395.33 to $1,479.50, as it lists it.
What is Growing Tree Learning Center's phone number?
(215) 836-7274.
Where is Growing Tree Learning Center?
1031 Paper Mill Rd, Glenside, PA 19038. The nearest other daycare we list is Valarie Hurwitz Early Childhood Center at BTBJ, under 0.1 miles away.