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The Childrens Castle Learning Center
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About The Childrens Castle Learning Center
The Childrens Castle Learning Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 40 children, serving school-age children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 40 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (215) 228-2430 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 40 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for The Childrens Castle Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 40 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00255701
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 19, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 26 rules in all · 26 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Safety and hazards 5
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Transportation 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Mar 19, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 03/26/2026, Child #3 was asleep in a baby seat for over 40 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 03/26/2026, the date of the most recent letter to the traffic authority on file was dated 03/10/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.131(a)(2)/3270.182(1) Initial health report for young toddler no more than 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 03/26/2026, the file for Child #1, enrolled on 06/09/2025 did not contain an initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
3270.36(b) Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 03/26/2026, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the education required to qualify as an Assistant Group Supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.131(a)(1)/3270.182(1) Initial health report for infant dated no more than 3 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 03/26/2026, the file for Child #2, enrolled on 10/30/2025, did not contain an initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 03/26/2026, the area designated as the facilities indoor play space was being used as storage and had loose cords, a missing outlet cover and thumbtacks on a table in an area accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
Mar 10, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain a completed Staff Health Assessment form.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, Hand sanitizer, Clorox Disinfectant Wipes, Gel Air Freshener and other Toxic Cleaning materials containing warnings labels stating to "keep out of reach of children" were found in the childcare space and children's bathroom in areas accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2025
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, Staff Person #2 was observed using Hand Sanitizer on the hands of Child #5 age 1, in place of handwashing, before lunch was served.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, the Facility's Emergency Transportation Plan was not posted in a conspicuous location within the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, the file for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain a Child Service Report.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, the Agreement Forms on file for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 were not reviewed and updated within the required 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.166(6) Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, Child #4 was observed sleeping in a pack-and-play with a bottle in the child's mouth.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, the file for Child #1did not contain the Health Insurance Medical Coverage for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, the Hot Water temperature in the bathroom designated for use by the children within the facility reached a temperature of 123.6° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, there was peeling paint observed on the blue and red section of the wall by the table in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, the emergency contact forms on file for Child #2 and Child #3 did not contain the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025
3270.131(a) Health information
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, the file for Child #1 did not contain an Initial Health Assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 03/10/2025, the date of the most recent Annual Emergency Drill documented on file at the facility was 05/24/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025
May 8, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection on 5/8/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4 and staff person #5 did not include updated training regarding the emergency plan. Trainings dated 2/13/23 and 9/10/21.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 5/8/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include the required 1-hour health and safety update.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2024
3270.131(a) Health information
“During the renewal inspection on 5/8/24, it was observed that the records of child #3 and child #4 did not include an initial health report.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection on 5/8/24, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2did not include an updated health report”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection on 5/8/24, it was observed that the fire safety training in staff person #2's records was not an acceptable training. Training was completed online and not DHS training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During the renewal inspection on 5/8/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #5 did not include an acceptable health record. Date on health record appeared to be manipulated.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 5/8/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, and child #4 did not include an updated financial agreement. Documents dated 1/21/22, 11/15/22, 2/9/23 and 7/12/23 respectively.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
Apr 4, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“On April 4, 2023 during the renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 1, child #2 and child # 3 agreement forms are missing date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2023
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“On April 4, 2023 during the renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 2 was missing a description of extra services.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“On April 4, 2023 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 2, and child # 3 release person address was missing.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2023
- Apr 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Childrens Castle Learning Center
Is The Childrens Castle Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The Childrens Castle Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Childrens Castle Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 19, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Childrens Castle Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 26 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 The Childrens Castle Learning Center care for?
40, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does The Childrens Castle Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Childrens Castle Learning Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (215) 228-2430 to confirm.
How much does The Childrens Castle Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 228-2430 to ask.
What is The Childrens Castle Learning Center's phone number?
(215) 228-2430.
Where is The Childrens Castle Learning Center?
3539 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140. The nearest other daycare we list is Irene A. Oakley Champion Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.