Universal Early Learning Center
1415 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA
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The Aspen Grove School is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 219 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Reggio Emilia approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | 6 weeks – 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Reggio Emilia |
| Curriculum | Conscious Discipline® |
| Enrichment | Nature Jack monthly tactile science projects; local library reading experiences |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Languages | sign language |
| Licensed capacity | 219 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
The Aspen Grove School has not listed its tuition.
State record
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
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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3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the incident investigation conducted on 08/04/2026, the Certification Representative interviewed Staff #1 and Staff #2 regarding the playground incident. Neither staff member reported witnessing the child's fall. Staff #1 stated the child's cry was heard and immediately attended to the child and followed the required protocol.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/24, the Certification Representative review Staff's #1 content of records, and the content of records did not obtain a 1-hour health and Safety update training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“At the time of inspection certification representative observed peeled paint in several of the toddler and preschool rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of inspection, health and safety professional development training updates required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe were not in compliance for staff members #2,3 and 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of DHS FBI history information as required under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, STAFF PERSONS # 1,2 AND 3 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF VALID HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND OR TUBERCULOSIS SCREENINGS.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, THE RECORDS FOR STAFF PERSONS # 3 AND 4 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN, NONFAMILY REFERENCES FROM INDIVIDUALS ATTESTING TO THE PERSONS' SUITABILITY TO SERVE AS A STAFF PERSONS.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, STAFF PERSONS #3 AND 4 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF CHILD CARE EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FACILITY PERSONS # 12 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF A HEALTH ASSESSMENT OR TUBERCULOSIS SCREENING.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSONS # 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,13,14 and 15 DID NOT HAVE AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSONS # 9,11 AND 15 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF PEDIATRIC FIRST-AID AND CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSONS # 13, 19, 21,23,25 AND 27 DID NOT HAVE AT LEAST TWO LETTERS OF REFERENCES”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSONS # 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,24 and 26 DID NOT HAVE AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANCE”
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSONS # 16,19,20,21 AND 25 DID NOT VERIFICATION OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSONS # 10,14 AND 28 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF PEDIATRIC FIRST-AID AND CPR. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANCE”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #2 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT INCLUDE OUT OF STATE CLEARANCE HISTORY INFORMATION OR NSOR AS REQUIRED UDER THE CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #13 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT INCLUDE COMPLETE FBI HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UDER THE CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #17 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT INCLUDE OUT OF STATE CLEARANCE HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UDER THE CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #19 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT INCLUDE NSOR AS REQUIRED UDER THE CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #23 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT INCLUDE COMPLETE FBI HISTORY INFORMATION AND NSOR AS REQUIRED UDER THE CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #25 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), DID NOT INCLUDE CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UDER THE CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSONS # 4,10,15,17,19,21, 23 AND 27. CONTINUOUS NON-COMPLIANCE”
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FAQ
Yes. The Aspen Grove School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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.
219, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 547-8648 to ask.
(610) 547-8648.
1600 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19146. The nearest other daycare we list is Sunrise Ost at Edwin M Stanton Elementary, under 0.1 miles away.