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Shining Star Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 67
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Shining Star Learning Center
Shining Star Learning Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 67 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, full-time care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 67 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Snacks provided. Potty training: Teachers can assist with toilet learning (toddler program) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 67 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Shining Star Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Shining Star Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 67 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00255441
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 9, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Transportation 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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Apr 9, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At the time of the inspection child #9 did not have release person's address on their emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At the time of the inspection child #3 did not an emergency form in the class that the child was receiving care”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“At the time of the inspection the infant and school age classrooms did not have the emergency transportation plan posted.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2026
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“At the time of the inspection a facility person did not check children 1 & 2 diaper at least every 2 hours from the time of drop off and when the staff was asked it had been over 2 hours and the facility person was not able to identify times the children had been checked or changed.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2026
3270.166(1) Written statement
“At the time of the inspection children #1 & 2 did not have a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for the infants were not obtained from the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2026
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“At the time of the inspection children 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 did not have the release person listed on their fee agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2026
- Oct 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 19, 2025Visit9 rules cited
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“At the time of inspection facility's operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2025
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“At the time of inspection facility did not have documented testing of fire detection system every 30 days. Also, proof of purchase of interconnected system or attestation form was on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“At the time of the inspection child #2 file did not have their physician's medical number.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2025
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“At the time of the inspection child #3 did not have a fee agreement on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“At the time of inspection child #1 was not 2 feet apart while sleeping (one side was against the cubbies and the other two sides were against the walls)”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“At the time of inspection Younger Toddlers, Preschool, and Older Toddlers classes had children resting on cots that were labeled for other children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.78 Lighting
“At the time of the inspection the Preschool class had two light bulbs out causes the room to be dim in those areas.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of inspection, the facility did not have a written policy to address the following: 1. Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child 3. The prevention and identification of child maltreatment Also, at the time of inspection facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2025
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“At the time of inspection facility's operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
- Jan 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 13, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“While conducting a renewal inspection on 4/13/23 it was observed staff person#1 file did not include required New Jersey State clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“While conducting a renewal inspection on 3/14/23 it was observed that staff person# 2 and 3 file did not include verification of child care experience, or training prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2023
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“While conducting a renewal inspection on 4/13/23 it was observed child # 1 and 2 was not in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2023
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“While conducting a renewal inspection on 4/13/23 it was observed the rest equipment in classroom #2 was not labeled for each individual child enrolled in the class.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“while conducting a renewal inspection on 4/13/23 it was observed classroom #3 did not have handwashing sign in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2023
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“While conducting a renewal inspection on 4/13/23 it was observed classroom # 2,3, and 4 water temperature measured at 120° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“While conducting a renewal inspection on 4/13/23 it was observed child# 1,2, and 3 emergency contact form did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“While conducting a renewal inspection on 4/13/23 it was observed staff person #1 file included expired pediatric first aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2023
Mar 10, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
3270.105 High Chairs
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/10/2022 observed the high chair in the Young Toddlers Room did not include safety straps.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/10/2022 observed the rest equipment in the Young Preschooler room, Older Preschool 2 and Older Toddlers room were not labeled. Observed a child in the Infant room asleep on a bouncy chair.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/10/2022 observed the first-aid kit in the Young Toddlers room did not contain soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/10/2022 observed disinfectant cleaner child accessible in room Older Preschool 1's bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/10/2022 observed staff person #1's CPR training expired on 1/7/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/10/2022 observed the Young Toddler Room and Infant Room did not have hand washing signs posted above the sinks.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Shining Star Learning Center
Is Shining Star Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Shining Star Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Shining Star Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 9, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Shining Star Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Shining Star Learning Center care for?
67, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Shining Star Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Shining Star Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Shining Star Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 305-1485 to ask.
What is Shining Star Learning Center's phone number?
(215) 305-1485.
Where is Shining Star Learning Center?
6810 Castor Ave # 6812, Philadelphia, PA 19149. The nearest other daycare we list is Keepin Kidz Happy, under 0.1 miles away.