Sunshine Village Early learning center
6817 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA
4.4· 14 reviews
Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 17
- open each week
- 6 days
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim it
About
About Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center
Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 17 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 67 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpens before 7 AMOpen until 11 PM
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12 yr
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 17 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 17 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition.
State record
Inspection reports for Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 17 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00256620
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 6, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 8 visits · 67 rules in all · 46 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 11
- Records and paperwork 11
- Supervision and ratios 11
- Staff training and qualifications 9
- Safety and hazards 9
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Background checks 4
- Safe sleep 4
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- 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.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
See all 9 visits
May 6, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During renewal inspection on May 6, 2026, certification representative observed staff #1 change a child's diaper and did not wash the child's hands afterwards.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During renewal inspection on May 6, 2026, the record of staff #1 contained a Child Abuse clearance for volunteer purposes.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
May 8, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During renewal inspection on May 8, 2025, the emergency contact information of child #3 was not updated at least once in a 6 month period (dated 9-9-24).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During renewal inspection on May 8, 2025, the records of children #1 and #3 did not contain child service reports.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During renewal inspection on May 8, 2025, the record of staff #1 did not contain 12 hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“During renewal inspection on May 8, 2025, the record of child #3 did not contain a health assessment within 6 months of previous health assessment (dated 8-28-24).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During renewal inspection on May 8, 2025, the emergency contact information of child #2 did not include the address of the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During renewal inspection on May 8, 2025, the record of staff #1 did not contain documentation of annual fire safety training (dated 6-23-22).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During renewal inspection on May 8, 2025, the record of staff #1 did not contain an NSOR verification completed within 60 months (dated 12-2-19).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3270.112/3270.113(e) Infant/Toddler Stimulation/Restraints prohibited
“During renewal inspection on May 8, 2025, certification representative observed 5 toddlers (3 YT, 2 OT) in high chairs from approximately 10:50 am until 11:20 am.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
- Nov 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 19, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During renewal inspection on April 19, 2024, certification representative observed staff #1 bring 3 children into the infant room at 10:40 am, and then turned her back to them while preparing lunch in the kitchen, leaving them unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During renewal inspection on April 19, 2024, certification representative observed staff serve the children snack at 10:36 am without washing the children's hands prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) Every 60 days/Written record
“During renewal inspection on April 19, 2024, provider did not have the current fire drill log/documentation indicating a fire drill was conducted at least once every 60 days on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection on April 19, 2024, provider did not have documentation of an annual emergency drill on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection on April 19, 2024, certification representative observed chipped paint near the kitchen in the infant room, and on the blue and orange walls.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During renewal inspection on April 19, 2024, certification representative observed staff #1 enter into the front room at 11:17 am to put out sleep mats, leaving 11 young toddlers in the back room with staff #2 and #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During renewal inspection on April 19, 2024, the record of staff #3 did not contain documentation of education.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“During renewal inspection on April 19, 2024, certification representative observed staff #1 change multiple children's diapers without wiping the surface in between each use.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.191 Individual Records
“During renewal inspection on April 19, 2024, the record of staff #3 was not present at the facility at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During renewal inspection on April 19, 2024, certification representative observed an area of damaged plaster in the front child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2024
Mar 22, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During complaint investigation on March 22, 2024, Certification representative observed staff #1 and #2 with a total of 12 children (8 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers, and 2 preschool children) at 9:45 am until 9:48 am when staff #3 came out of the bathroom.”
Feb 28, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During unannounced inspection on February 28, 2024, the record of staff #2 did not contain the receipts for submission of the PA state police clearance or the DHS FBI clearance. Continued non-compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During unannounced inspection on February 28, 2024, the records of staff #1 and #2 did not contain documentation of experience to qualify them as an AGS. Continued non-compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During unannounced inspection on February 28, 2024, the hot water measured at a temperature of 120°F. Continued non-compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During unannounced inspection on February 28, 2024, the record of staff #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references and the record of staff #2 contained only one written, nonfamily reference. Continued non-compliance.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024
Jan 3, 2024Inspection20 rules cited
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the agreements of children #1, 2, and 5 did not specify the date of the child's admission. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the emergency contact information of child #4 did not contain the address of the child's physician. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the emergency contact information of children #1 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the emergency contact information and financial agreement of child #5 were not updated at least once in a 6 month period. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023 .”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, cert rep observed staff #2 change a child's diaper and return him to the child care space without washing the child's hands. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the records of staff #1, 2, and 3 did not contain documentation of childcare experience and the record of staff #4 did not contain documentation of education or experience. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the emergency plan on site at the time of inspection did not include Continuity of Operations. Continued non-compliance from 11-20-23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the emergency plan on site did not have documentation of a review at least annually. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the record of staff #3 did not contain a DHS FBI clearance.”
3270.51/3270.113(a) Similar Age Level/Supervised at all times
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, Certification representative observed staff #2 in the infant room with 5 infants, and also observed staff #2 go into the kitchen at approximately 11:30 am, leaving the 5 infants unsupervised. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2024
3270.51/3270.113(a) Similar Age Level/Supervised at all times
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, Certification representative observed staff #2 in the infant room with 5 infants, and also observed staff #2 go into the kitchen at approximately 11:30 am, leaving the 5 infants unsupervised. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.55(b) Other staff on premises
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, it was reported to Certification representative that staff #3 was "on their break" and was not present on facility premises until they arrived at 11:55 am.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the water temperature measured at 129°F. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
3270.123(a)/3270.123(b) Signed /Parent receives original
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the financial agreements of children #1, 2, 3 and 5 were not signed by the operator, and were the original agreements on file (not a copy). Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in the child care spaces. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.106(j) Prohibit items in crib
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, certification representative observed two children sleeping in cribs with pillows. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, certification representative observed cribs in use that did not have 2 feet of space on 3 sides. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, the emergency contact information of child #4 did not include the name, address or telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released, and the emergency contact information of children #1, 3, and 5 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, cert rep observed chipped paint in the bathroom and the front toddler room. Continued non-compliance from November 20, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.166(5) Six-months-old held
“During follow-up inspection on January 3, 2024, certification representative observed an infant seated in a chair holding his own bottle, which was propped up by a blanket. Child was indicated as 5 months old at the time of inspection, per staff #1 and #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
Nov 20, 2023Inspection22 rules cited
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the record of child #2 did not contain an initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the records of staff #2 and #3 did not contain two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the emergency plan on file at the facility did not have a documented review at least annually.”
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the emergency plan on file at the facility did not include Continuity of Operations.”
3270.163(a)(1) Dairy
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, Certification representative observed the children eat a meal consisting of hot dogs, rice, broccoli and water. Cert rep did not observe a dairy component served.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the record of child #5 did not contain a health report within 6 months (dated 11-7-22).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2023
3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the immunization record of child #4 did not show that the child had received an influenza vaccine, and did not contain an exemption document.”
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the emergency contact information of child #4 did not include the name, address or telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released, and the emergency contact information of children #1, 2, 3, and 5 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, Certification representative observed staff #3 change a child's diaper and return them to the childcare space without washing their hands, and observed the children eat their lunch without washing their hands prior.”
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the emergency contact information of children #1 and #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.”
3270.51/3270.113(a) Similar Age Level/Supervised at all times
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, Certification Representative observed staff #2 in the kitchen, #1 in the front with 5 young toddlers, and staff #3 in the bathroom changing a child's diaper with the door closed entirely, leaving 7 infant children unattended at 11:15 am. At 11:29 am, Cert rep observed staff #2 in the front space serving lunch, leaving staff #3 with 8 infants in the back space. At 11:33 am, Cert rep observed all 3 staff in the back space, leaving 5 young toddlers in the front space unattended. Cert rep observed 2 staff in the infant room with 9 children at rest time.”
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in the child care spaces.”
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the records of staff #1, 2, and 3 did not contain documentation of childcare experience and the record of staff #4 did not contain documentation of education or experience.”
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the emergency contact information and financial agreement of child #5 were not updated at least once in a 6 month period, and the financial agreement of child #3 was not updated at least once in a 6 month period.”
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, staff did not have assigned supervision groups of specific children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023
3270.123(a)/3270.123(b) Signed /Parent receives original
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the financial agreements of children #1, 2, 3 and 5 were not signed by the operator, and were the original agreements on file (not a copy).”
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the agreements of children #1, 2, and 5 did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the emergency contact information of child #4 did not contain the address of the child's physician.”
3270.106(j) Prohibit items in crib
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, Certification representative observed child #1 sleeping in a crib with a pillow.”
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, Certification representative observed cribs in use that did not have 2 feet of space on 3 sides.”
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, Certification representative observed areas of chipped paint in the toddler and infant spaces.”
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During Renewal Inspection on November 20, 2023, the hot water temperature measured at 138°F.”
- Nov 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Reviews
Parent reviews
No parent reviews yet
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
Daycares near Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center
Smart ones daycare
Philadelphia, PA 19135 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
4.3· 6 reviews
Karltons Kids Academy
6730 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA
4.6· 9 reviews
Little People Big Dreams Academy
6700 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA
5.0· 10 reviews
Little People Big Dreams Kollege
6810 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Little People Big Dreams Kollege
6812 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA
5.0· 3 reviews
Love Connection Academy Child Care 2
6826 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA
4.0· 4 reviews
Chunky Cheeks Academy
6833 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Creative Learning Environments
4800 Longshore Ave, Philadelphia, PA
4.7· 15 reviews
FAQ
Questions about Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center
Is Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 6, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 67 rules across 7 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 46 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 Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center care for?
17, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 332-0700 to ask.
What is Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center's phone number?
(215) 332-0700.
Where is Little People Big Dreams Early Learning Center?
6732 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19135. The nearest other daycare we list is Karltons Kids Academy, under 0.1 miles away.