The Learning Experience
1601 Vine St Suite 100, Philadelphia, PA
4.2· 90 reviews
The Giving Tree
- licensed capacity
- 97
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Giving Tree
The Giving Tree is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 97 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants through Pre-K
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 97 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants through Pre-K |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | Learning Beyond Paper |
| Enrichment | Soccer Shots, Tiny Picasso |
| Staff | Director holds a bachelor's degree in early childhood education and has over 20 years of teaching experience |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | 50% off 2 months of tuition for new families |
| Licensed capacity | 97 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Giving Tree has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Giving Tree
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 97 children
- License number
- #CER-00245639
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 6, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Transportation 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- 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.
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Aug 6, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 8/6/26, the operator did not have verification on file showing that the emergency plan and any updates were sent to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2026
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection on 8/6/26, the operator did not have verification on file of annual written notification being sent to the local traffic authority of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 8/6/26, staff person #1 was working unsupervised without having completed the pre-service training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2026
Sep 10, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 9/10/25, in the Infant Room, there was containers being stored in an unused crib and a mattress was torn and in poor condition.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the renewal inspection on 9/10/25, staff person #1 was unable to effectively identify his assigned group of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025
Aug 29, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the initial inspection on 8/29/24, in the Infant room, staff persons #1 and 2 did not have assigned groups when asked to identify their specific group.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.165 Menus
“During the initial inspection on 8/29/24, the provider did not have the menu posted in a conspicuous location for the parents to view.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“During the initial inspection on 8/29/24, the provider did not provide proof of comprehensive general liability insurance.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.25(a)/3270.27(d) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations/Plan posted
“During the initial inspection on 8/29/24, the provider did not have the Certificate of Compliance, and Emergency Plan posted in a conspicuous location for the parents to see.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“During the initial inspection on 8/29/24, the Sensory Room/Kitchen did not have a lidded waste receptacle.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During the initial inspection on 8/29/24, the provider did not have pick-up and drop-off procedures posted in a conspicuous location for the parents to view.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about The Giving Tree
Is The Giving Tree licensed?
Yes. The Giving Tree is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Giving Tree last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 6, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Giving Tree had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Giving Tree care for?
97, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does The Giving Tree accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Giving Tree's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Giving Tree cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 773-8268 to ask.
What is The Giving Tree's phone number?
(267) 773-8268.
Where is The Giving Tree?
232 N 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19103. The nearest other daycare we list is French Communication Inst Petite Ecole Bilingue, 0.2 miles away.