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The Learning Experience
- licensed capacity
- 160
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Learning Experience
The Learning Experience is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 160 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 12 years
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 160 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Curriculum | L.E.A.P.® |
| Enrichment | Music, art, STEM activities, cultural awareness |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (secure parent app) |
| Licensed capacity | 160 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Learning Experience has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Learning Experience
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
- Capacity
- 160 children
- License number
- #CER-00259741
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 7, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 8 of 11 visits · 26 rules in all · 26 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Background checks 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
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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Jul 7, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 6/16/26, child #1 was reported to have been left alone in the gym during transition to the Toddler B Classroom at approximately 10:30am. Staff person #1 and #2 had left the child behind. The child had been alone for approximately 5 minutes. Staff persons #1 and #2 had been unaware that child #1 had been missing until another staff retrieved the child from the gym.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2026
Mar 27, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During the renewal inspection on 3/27/26, the operator did not have a Transportation Plan posted in The Toddler B, Preschool 1, or Preschool 3 rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 3/27/26, the emergency contact information for child #1, did not include a health insurance policy or a policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2025
3270.111(a) Written plan
“During the renewal inspection on 3/27/26, the operator did not have a written plan of daily activities and routines (Daily Activities Sheet) posted in the Preschool 1 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 3/27/26: 1. The red faux leather couches in the Preschool 1 Room and in the Toddler A Room were peeling and in poor repair. 2. There was multiple cardboard boxes labelled "Lakeshore" being stored in the Infant A Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 3/27/26, the first-aid kit in the Infant A Room did not have tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2025
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During the renewal inspection on 3/27/26, the operator did not have Pick-up and Drop-off procedures posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2026
Feb 11, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the complaint investigation on 2/11/26, Staff person #1 left a child in a room alone while transitioning to another room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2026
- Jul 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 4, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection on 4/4/25, the provider did not have written policy to address the following: 1. Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child. 2. The prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 4/4/25, staff person #1, who resided in New Jersey State, did not have: 1. New Jersey State Criminal History 2. New Jersey State Child Abuse & Neglect Registry”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 4/4/25, the first aid kit did not have tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2025
3270.181(e) Emergency master file updated
“During the renewal inspection on 4/4/25, child #1 had emergency contact information dated 12/28/23 in the childcare space. The provider had updated emergency contact information in the master file but failed to have the updated emergency information in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 4/4/25, 1.The metal blinders in the Toddler Room B were in poor repair and posed a hazard to the children. 2. There was a box of finger guards and cardboard boxes in Twaddler A room. 3. The window seal in the Preppers Room was chipping and peeling as well as metal blinders that were in poor repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the complaint investigation on 1/24/25, the provider verified that on 1/17/25, staff person #1, and staff person #2 left child #1 in a classroom alone for 30 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2025
- Nov 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 12, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 3/12/24, staff person #1 did not have tuberculosis test/read date.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection on 3/12/24, staff person #2 did not have fire safety training completed within the last year. The last fire safety training completed for staff person #2 was 2/10/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection on 3/12/24, staff person #1 did not have two written references in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 3/12/24, the Prepper B room had a cardboard box, and rug trim that was in poor repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024
Feb 16, 2024Complaint investigation8 rules cited
3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) Name, address, and phone/Age
“During the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, staff person #1 did not have proof of address or age in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“During the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, child #1 did not have emergency contact information that was updated within the last 6 months (dated 11/28/22).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, staff person #1 did not have a National Sex Offender Registry in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, staff persons #1 and #2 did not have emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“During the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, staff person #1 did not have a health assessment in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Dring the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, staff person #1 did not have 2 reference letters in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation on 2/16/24, based on interviews and employee statements, it has been verified that staff person #1, inappropriately grabbed a child while redirecting him.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2024
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“During the complaint investigation on 2/16/24, based on interviews and employee statements, it has been verified that staff person #1 used harsh and demeaning language towards a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2024
Feb 16, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) Name, address, and phone/Age
“During the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, staff person #1 did not have proof of address or age in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“During the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, child #1 did not have emergency contact information that was updated within the last 6 months (dated 11/28/22).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, staff person #1 did not have a National Sex Offender Registry in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, staff persons #1 and #2 did not have emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“During the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, staff person #1 did not have a health assessment in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Dring the unannounced monitoring on 2/16/24, staff person #1 did not have 2 reference letters in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation on 2/16/24, based on interviews and employee statements, it has been verified that staff person #1, inappropriately grabbed a child while redirecting him.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2024
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“During the complaint investigation on 2/16/24, based on interviews and employee statements, it has been verified that staff person #1 used harsh and demeaning language towards a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2024
Show 8 earlier visits
- Nov 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 17, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the Complaint Investigation, the Certification Representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility conducting a ratio, and supervision check in Pre-school 2. Certification Representative observed several children entering the restroom and closing the door while Staff #1 was sweeping the floor, and Staff #2 was gathering the children in another area. The children in the restroom were not in the view of staff #1 and Staff #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, the Certification Representative received statements from Staff #1, and Staff #2 stating Staff #2 used the foot to slide the child #1 away from the door to close the door to prevent the other children from leaving.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
Jul 17, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the Complaint Investigation, the Certification Representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility conducting a ratio, and supervision check in Pre-school 2. Certification Representative observed several children entering the restroom and closing the door while Staff #1 was sweeping the floor, and Staff #2 was gathering the children in another area. The children in the restroom were not in the view of staff #1 and Staff #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, the Certification Representative received statements from Staff #1, and Staff #2 stating Staff #2 used the foot to slide the child #1 away from the door to close the door to prevent the other children from leaving.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
Mar 16, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“During an unannounced monitoring visit, Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #1 file and saw the State Police Criminal History Clearance stated volunteer for reason of the request instead of employment. (Corrected on Site)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2023
Feb 23, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“A self-reported noncompliance was received on 2/16/2023 stating that there was a lack of supervision. Certification Supervisor contacted the facility on 3/2/23 and Staff #1 stated that she entered the self-reported noncompliance due to a child being left in the classroom unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed the handwashing signs posted did not have the statement of handwashing after toileting, and before meals on the handwashing signs. (Corrected on Site)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.108(c) No styrofoam
“During the Renewal Inspection, the Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed Styrofoam plates being used for meals.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed peeled paint on the windowsills in Preschool 2, Prepper A, and [name]”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative reviewed the Emergency plan and asked Staff 1 if the Emergency plan was sent to the Local Municipality. Staff 1 stated, "The Emergency Plan was not sent to the local Municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed a hole in the wall behind the bathroom door in Pre-school 2. Certification Representative noticed the blinds in disrepair in Classroom Toddler B and Toddler C. Toddler C also had an outlet in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative reviewed the Pediatric First/CPR Aid training for Staff 1-10 and noticed the approved curriculum was correct, but the instructor is not PQAS certified.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed a toy microwave stand shelf in disrepair in Prepper A Classroom. (Corrected on Site)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.162(a) Four or more hours
“During a Complaint Investigation staff interviews confirmed that an 8-month-old child who was receiving care at the facility was not fed. During the interview it was revealed that the child was dropped off in the morning, and had been at the facility longer than 4 hours and had not been fed. Staff also confirmed that if a child comes to the facility with no food and the parent or emergency contact does not come back to retrieve the child they do not know the next steps.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2023
Feb 23, 2023Complaint investigation9 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“A self-reported noncompliance was received on 2/16/2023 stating that there was a lack of supervision. Certification Supervisor contacted the facility on 3/2/23 and Staff #1 stated that she entered the self-reported noncompliance due to a child being left in the classroom unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed the handwashing signs posted did not have the statement of handwashing after toileting, and before meals on the handwashing signs. (Corrected on Site)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.108(c) No styrofoam
“During the Renewal Inspection, the Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed Styrofoam plates being used for meals.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed peeled paint on the windowsills in Preschool 2, Prepper A, and [name]”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative reviewed the Emergency plan and asked Staff 1 if the Emergency plan was sent to the Local Municipality. Staff 1 stated, "The Emergency Plan was not sent to the local Municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed a hole in the wall behind the bathroom door in Pre-school 2. Certification Representative noticed the blinds in disrepair in Classroom Toddler B and Toddler C. Toddler C also had an outlet in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative reviewed the Pediatric First/CPR Aid training for Staff 1-10 and noticed the approved curriculum was correct, but the instructor is not PQAS certified.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed a toy microwave stand shelf in disrepair in Prepper A Classroom. (Corrected on Site)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.162(a) Four or more hours
“During a Complaint Investigation staff interviews confirmed that an 8-month-old child who was receiving care at the facility was not fed. During the interview it was revealed that the child was dropped off in the morning, and had been at the facility longer than 4 hours and had not been fed. Staff also confirmed that if a child comes to the facility with no food and the parent or emergency contact does not come back to retrieve the child they do not know the next steps.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2023
Feb 23, 2023Complaint investigation9 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“A self-reported noncompliance was received on 2/16/2023 stating that there was a lack of supervision. Certification Supervisor contacted the facility on 3/2/23 and Staff #1 stated that she entered the self-reported noncompliance due to a child being left in the classroom unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed the handwashing signs posted did not have the statement of handwashing after toileting, and before meals on the handwashing signs. (Corrected on Site)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.108(c) No styrofoam
“During the Renewal Inspection, the Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed Styrofoam plates being used for meals.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed peeled paint on the windowsills in Preschool 2, Prepper A, and [name]”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative reviewed the Emergency plan and asked Staff 1 if the Emergency plan was sent to the Local Municipality. Staff 1 stated, "The Emergency Plan was not sent to the local Municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed a hole in the wall behind the bathroom door in Pre-school 2. Certification Representative noticed the blinds in disrepair in Classroom Toddler B and Toddler C. Toddler C also had an outlet in disrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative reviewed the Pediatric First/CPR Aid training for Staff 1-10 and noticed the approved curriculum was correct, but the instructor is not PQAS certified.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the Renewal Inspection, Certification Representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and noticed a toy microwave stand shelf in disrepair in Prepper A Classroom. (Corrected on Site)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.162(a) Four or more hours
“During a Complaint Investigation staff interviews confirmed that an 8-month-old child who was receiving care at the facility was not fed. During the interview it was revealed that the child was dropped off in the morning, and had been at the facility longer than 4 hours and had not been fed. Staff also confirmed that if a child comes to the facility with no food and the parent or emergency contact does not come back to retrieve the child they do not know the next steps.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2023
Nov 18, 2021Inspection20 rules cited
3270.26 Compliance/Nondiscrimination
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 the facility did not have the non-discrimination statements posted in a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 the file record for staff person #2 did not include emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 the file record for staff person #13 did not include out of state clearances for New Jersey. Facility Person 13#--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2022
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 the file records for staff persons #1,2,3,4 5,6,7,8,9,10,12,13,14,15,16,17,18 and 19 did not include acceptable verification of child care experience. The file record for staff person #11 did not include verification of child care experience and education.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 the facility did not have information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2022
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 the facility had an emergency plan that did not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the electronic inspection on 1/5/2022 the file records for staff person #12 did not include two written, non family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed in every child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the electronic inspection on 1/5/2022 the file record for child # 1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the electronic inspection on 1/5/2022 the file record for child #4 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“During the electronic inspection on 1/5/2022 the file record for child # 5 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“During the electronic inspection on 1/5/2022 the file records for child #2,3 and 4 did not include an agreement that specified the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“During the electronic inspection on 1/05/2022 the file records for child #2,3, and 4 did not include an agreement that specified the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 the cribs in the Infant B did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 the furniture in Preppers classroom was not mounted posing a potential safety hazards.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 the file records for staff #8 did not include a current written evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 staff person #17 and 19 did not wash the children's hands after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.161(a) Wholesome
“During the inspection on 3/11/2022 a bowl containing food was observed in the refrigerator not completely covered, it was not free from spoilage.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
3270.171(b)/3270.171(c) Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted
“During the inspection on 3/1/2022 the facility did not have safe routes posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2022
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the electronic inspection 3/17/2022 the file record for staff person #19 did not include acceptable verification of education, the degree observed has not been evaluated for equivalency.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about The Learning Experience
Is The Learning Experience licensed?
Yes. The Learning Experience is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Learning Experience last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Learning Experience had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 8 of 11 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 Learning Experience care for?
160, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does The Learning Experience accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Learning Experience's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Learning Experience cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (267) 319-8426 to ask.
What is The Learning Experience's phone number?
(267) 319-8426.
Where is The Learning Experience?
1601 Vine St Suite 100, Philadelphia, PA 19103. The nearest other daycare we list is Friends Child Care Center, 0.2 miles away.