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Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2

921 N 29th St, Philadelphia, PA 191305.0· 9 reviews
licensed capacity
16
open each week
5 days

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About Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2

Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 16 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 46 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: school-age children

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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
16 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity16 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

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State record

Inspection reports for Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
16 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00244470
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 6, 2026: 7 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 46 rules in all · 46 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 12
  • Records and paperwork 12
  • Health, medication and illness 8
  • Safety and hazards 6
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Background checks 4

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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  1. Aug 6, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2026, the file for staff #1 was viewed and staff #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on fille expiring 8/26/25. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2026, it was observed that three tiles of the floor in the back room were broken.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.18(a) On file at facility

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2026, it was observed that a liability insurance policy was not on file at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2026, it was observed that there was chipped paint on the outside ramp to the facility, chipped paint on the right wall of the front room, and chipped paint in the middle room left wall.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2026, it was observed in the middle room that the tier shelf was not attached to the wall and was a tipping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2026, fire detection system documentation was not provided to Certification Representative upon request.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2026, the file for staff #2 was viewed and contains a PA Criminal Record Clearance which is more than 60 months old. The date of the most recent PA Criminal Record Clearance was 7/26/21. (See code sheet for hire date)”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2026

  2. Aug 6, 2025Inspection17 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for staff #2 was viewed and the pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid certificate (CPR) expired on 8/5/2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for staff #3 was viewed and their mandated reporter training, the FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance, and the Child Abuse Clearance had not been renewed within a 60-month period. The Mandated Reporter training was dated 6/21/20, the FBI Fingerprinting clearance was dated 2/15/20, and the Child Abuse clearance was dated 6/8/20. (See code sheet for start date).”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that All Purpose bleach spray was on the sink, and it was accessible to the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that there was paint chipping near the front door, and on the right wall near the cots.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that the back exit was partially obstructed by a shelf.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that there was an operating box fan was on the floor in the middle room and it was accessible to the children. It was a safety hazard because the children's fingers could fit through the slats of the fan while it was operating.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a) Signed

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the files for child #2 and child #5 were viewed and there was no financial agreement present in each file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the files for child #2, child #4, and child #5 were viewed and there was no admission date listed in each child's record.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(a) Each child emergency contact person

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for child #5 was viewed and there was no completed Emergency Contact Form in the file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for child #2 was viewed and there was no work address and phone number for the parent on the Emergency Contact Form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the files for child #2, child #3 and child #6 were viewed and the emergency contact information was not updated within a 6-month period. The most recent signature and date on the Emergency Contact Form for child #2 is 7/21/24, for child #3 is 6/27/24, and child #6 is dated 7/8/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for child #5 was viewed and it contained a health assessment that was dated 2/14/24 which was not updated within 12 months as required.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.134(a) Child's hands washed

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that staff #1 did not wash the hands of child #1 after a diaper change.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for staff #2 was viewed and the health assessment was not updated within a 24-month period. The last health assessment was dated 5/8/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.152 Adult Hygiene

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that staff #1 did not wash their hands after completing a diaper change on child #1.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, the file for child #2, did not have an initial health assessment present in the file and child #2 has attended the facility for more than 60 days. (See code sheet for admission date).”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the renewal inspection on 8/6/2025, it was observed that the concrete ramp in the front of facility was detached from the landing, and the railing was broken and detached as well. The walkway was unsafe for usage by the children or parents.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

  3. Mar 13, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, the file for staff #1 was viewed and the file for staff #1 did not include CPR/First Aid training. (See code sheet for hire date).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, the file for staff #2 was viewed and the file for staff #2 had a CPR/First Aid training that was dated 11/23/20, (See code sheet for hire date).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, the children's play couch was splitting at the seams and the styrofoam was showing, and a resting mat was splitting at the seam.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, it was observed that there was chipping paint on the left wall of the front room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, there were two electrical outlets in the front room did not have receptacle covers in them and they were accessible to the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and the file for staff #1 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance and the Mandated Reporter Training. The file for staff #2 had an FBI Fingerprinting Clearance that was dated 2/15/20, which was not updated within a 60 month period. (See code sheet for hire date)”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

      “During the allocated unannounced inspection on 3/13/2025, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed and their health assessment dates were not within 24 months. The health assessment date for staff #1 was 8/23/22, and the date for staff #2 was 2/15/20.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

  4. Jul 11, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “During the renewal inspection on 7/11/2024 Certification Representative observed that the rug edges in the back room were curled up and was a tripping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan

      “During the renewal inspection on 7/11/2024 Certification Representative observed that the emergency plan did not include shelter and lock down procedures.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “During renewal inspection on 7/11/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #3 and the Emergency Contact Form did not have written consent signed by the parent for the facility to administer minor first aid care to the child if necessary.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During renewal inspection on 7/11/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for child #1, and the financial agreement had not been updated within a 6-month period.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “During renewal inspection on 7/11/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for child #1 and the Child Health Assessment had not been updated within 12 months. The Child Health Assessment was dated 6/24/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “During renewal inspection on 7/11/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #3 and child #4. The Emergency Contact Form for child #3 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number, and the file for child #4 did not include the policy number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “During the renewal inspection on 7/11/2024 certification representative observed that the bookcase in the front room was not secured to the wall and was a tipping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “During renewal inspection on 7/11/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #3 and the Emergency Contact Form did not have written consent signed by the parent for the facility to administer emergency medical care to the child if necessary.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(a) Each child emergency contact person

      “During renewal inspection on 7/11/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #1 and there was no completed Emergency Contact Form in the file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

      “During the renewal inspection on 7/11/2024 Certification Representative observed that a first aid kit was on the second shelf of a bookcase and it was accessible to the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During renewal inspection on 7/11/2024 Certification Representative observed that the baseboard had splintered wood which is unsafe for the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the renewal inspection on 7/11/2024 Certification Representative observed chipped paint on the right wall, and the left wall near the bathroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 7/11/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for staff person #1 and the file did not contain a completed NSOR Clearance, and the Mandated Reporter Training. (See code sheet for start date).”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “During the renewal inspection on 7/11/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #2 and there was no admission date listed on the agreement.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “During the renewal inspection on 7/11/2024 Certification Representative observed that Emergency Contact Forms were not present in both of the childcare spaces.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

  5. Aug 3, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “During the renewal inspection on 08.03.23, the record reviewed for Staff Person #1, #2, and #3 did not include annual fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “During the renewal inspection on 08.03.23, the record reviewed for Staff Person #4 did not include two written nonfamily references attesting to Staff Person #4 suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 08.03.23, the record reviewed for Staff Person #4, (hired 03.23.23) did not include PA Child Abuse and FBI Clearances (SEE LIC CODE SHEET).”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023

  6. Sep 14, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR CHILD #5 DID NOT INCLUDE A COPY OF AN INITIAL WRITTEN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE PARENT AND THE FACILITY OPERATOR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #3 AND STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT INCLUDE AN ANNUAL 12 MONTH WRITTEN EVALUATION.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2022, THE FINANCIAL AGREEMENT REVIEWED FOR FOR CHILD #1 (DATED 09.20.20), CHILD #2 (DATED 06.25.19), CHILD #3 (DATED 06.10.20)9) AND CHILD #4 (DATED 06.25.18) WAS MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #3 AND STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT INCLUDE 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 16, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2022, STAFF PERSON #1 HAS NOT COMPLETED PEDIATRIC CPR FIRST AID TRAINING WITHIN 90 DAYS OF THEIR DATE OF HIRE (SEE LIS CODE)..”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2022, THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT REVIEWED FOR CHILD#2 DID NOT INCLUDE A STATEMENT THAT THE CHILD IS ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN CHILD CARE AND APPEARS TO BE FREE FROM CONTAGIOUS OR COMMUNICABLE DISEASE.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2, AND #3 DID NOT INCLUDE AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2 AND #3 DID NOT INCLUDE A HEALTH ASSESSMENT.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2022

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE A COPY OF THE NATIONAL SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY (NSOR) CLEARANCE (RECEIPT OF APPLICATION PROVIDED).”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 licensed?

Yes. Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 6, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 46 rules across 4 of 4 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 Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 care for?

16, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2 cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 769-2969 to ask.

What is Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2's phone number?

(215) 769-2969.

Where is Reading Rainbow Learning Center 2?

921 N 29th St, Philadelphia, PA 19130. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Explorers Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).