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The Learning Village II
- licensed capacity
- 151
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $132
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About The Learning Village II
The Learning Village II is a child care center in Mars, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 151 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and infant care. It says it provides meals. It lists weekly tuition from $132 to $385.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 39 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 12 years
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 151 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Restricted access controls, Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | 10% sibling discount off oldest child tuition |
| Transportation | Transportation (bus fee included with Half-Day Kindergarten (Mars)) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Procare) |
| More | Founded 2007 |
| Licensed capacity | 151 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Learning Village II lists weekly tuition from $132 to $385.
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Half-Day Kindergarten (Mars), 2 Days Per Week | $132 |
| Half-Day Kindergarten (Mars), 3 Days Per Week | $181 |
| Half-Day Kindergarten (Mars), 4/5 Days Per Week | $245 |
| Infants, 2 Days Per Week | $205 |
| Infants, 3 Days Per Week | $285 |
| Infants, 4/5 Days Per Week | $385 |
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| Older Toddler/Preschool 1, 2 Days Per Week | $195 |
| Older Toddler/Preschool 1, 3 Days Per Week | $275 |
| Older Toddler/Preschool 1, 4/5 Days Per Week | $375 |
| Preschool 2 & Pre-K, 2 Days Per Week | $183 |
| Preschool 2 & Pre-K, 3 Days Per Week | $268 |
| Preschool 2 & Pre-K, 4/5 Days Per Week | $351 |
| Young Toddler, 2 Days Per Week | $200 |
| Young Toddler, 3 Days Per Week | $280 |
| Young Toddler, 4/5 Days Per Week | $380 |
| Registration Fee | $500 |
| School-Age Summer Camp (K thru 6th Grade), 2 Days Per Week | $143 a week |
| School-Age Summer Camp (K thru 6th Grade), 3 Days Per Week | $178 a week |
| School-Age Summer Camp (K thru 6th Grade), 4/5 Days Per Week | $250 a week |
15 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for The Learning Village II
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 151 children
- License number
- #CER-00251224
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 12, 2025: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 8 of 8 visits · 39 rules in all · 38 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 9
- Safety and hazards 8
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Background checks 4
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safe sleep 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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Nov 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Based on interviews, it was determined that Staff Person #1 grabbed a child's arm, in a jerking motion and pulled the child toward him/her and Staff Person #1 grabbed a child by both arms and forcefully pushed the child backwards.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
Nov 4, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for child #2 did not include the addresses for all release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The current health assessment on file for child #1 was completed more than 12 months after the previous health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“In the Older Toddler room, diaper changing records for 11/3/25 were reviewed. Records indicated that several children were diapered at 11:30 AM and then again at 2:30 PM. Staff stated that the children's diapers were not checked or changed in between these times as they had a snack after naptime and were checked/changed after their snack time.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The health assessment on file for Facility Person #2 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.66(b) Original container
“There was a cleaner in a spray bottle on top of the refrigerator in the KPrep Room, next to a container of a food item.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The current emergency plan training documented and on file for Facility Person #6 was completed more than 12 months after the previously documented emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The current firesafety training documented and on file for Facility Person #3 was completed more than 12 months after the previously documented firesafety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The current staff evaluations completed and on file for Facility Persons #4 and #5 were completed more than 12 months after the previously completed evaluations.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There was peeling paint/damaged plaster in the following locations: in Preschool 1 on the wall in the corner near where the cots are stored, in the Schoolage room on a wall near the restroom, and in the Transition room on the wall behind the high chairs.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The daily activity schedule was not posted in the Infant Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025
Oct 29, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“According to statements from staff, staff persons have been observed not supervising children appropriately while in the outdoor playspace. Staff state they have observed other staff on their phones or standing in a group talking to each other, rather than paying attention to the children. Staff also state that at times they have seen children on the playground unable to be seen by the staff supervising them, as the only staff with the group is either in a seated stationary position or standing near the fence talking to others on the other side of the fence, and there is equipment blocking the view of a portion of the playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2025
Sep 25, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff Person #1 completed Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR training; however, the First Aid/CPR card did not include the word "Pediatric" in the "Optional Modules Completed" section of the card. (See LIS Code Sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the complaint investigation and while reviewing staff files, it was determined that Staff Person #2, who resided in New York State within the past five (5) years, lacked the required out-of-state clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2025
3270.111(c) Promote development
“During a complaint investigation, and based on staff interviews, it was determined that in the Young Toddler Room, the childcare facility did not provide daily activities that promoted the development of skills, social competence, and self-esteem for a younger toddler.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2025
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Based on interviews it was determined that Staff Person #1 used harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2025
Sep 25, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff Person #1 completed Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR training; however, the First Aid/CPR card did not include the word "Pediatric" in the "Optional Modules Completed" section of the card. (See LIS Code Sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the complaint investigation and while reviewing staff files, it was determined that Staff Person #2, who resided in New York State within the past five (5) years, lacked the required out-of-state clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2025
3270.111(c) Promote development
“During a complaint investigation, and based on staff interviews, it was determined that in the Young Toddler Room, the childcare facility did not provide daily activities that promoted the development of skills, social competence, and self-esteem for a younger toddler.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2025
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Based on interviews it was determined that Staff Person #1 used harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2025
Feb 12, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“According to staff statements, there are occasions when children are dropped off at the center by parents in the morning, and the additional child or children put the particular group out of ratio when the parents leave the classroom. The group remains out of a ratio for a few minutes while classroom staff alert center administration and until staffing is adjusted.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2025
Nov 22, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The current health assessments on file for Facility Persons #1 and #3 were each completed more than 24 months after the previous health assessment on file for the facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The program's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The files for Facility Persons #2, #5 and #6 did not include documentation of either the required education and/or child care experience to serve as their indicated staff classifications.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The child abuse clearance on file for Facility Person #4 dated after their start date in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The letter to the parents explaining the emergency plan did not include information regarding the facility's plan for a lockdown or accommodations in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“There were uncovered outlets on a power strip on the floor in the schoolage room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“There were two unlocked drawers of sunscreen, in reach of children, in the schoolage room. There were sunscreens in the drawers labeled, "keep out of reach of children."”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
3270.133(1) Original container
“There was a child's medication (Claritin) kept in the office that was not in the original container.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
3270.66(b) Original container
“There was a bottle of a cleaner in the older toddler room not labeled with the contents.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
Nov 13, 2023Inspection12 rules cited
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include the telephone number for the child's pediatrician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child, are dated 7/27/22 and 8/17/23, more than 12 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #2, who is a preschool age child, are dated 8/31/22 and 9/13/23, more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“There was a child who was observed receiving care in the Transition classroom without their emergency contact form being in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2023
3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3) Physician/CRNP assessment/Health assessment, TB test
“The health assessment on file for Staff person #2 does not include the physician or health care professional's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 8/27/23-9/27/23, more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality; the training was completed on 10/22/23.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff person #3 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The NSOR on file for Staff person #4, who is a volunteer, was applied for on 7/24/23, after the first day with children; Volunteers may not be provisional hires (See LIS Code sheet). The completed NSOR is dated 10/12/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“There was no handwashing sign at the sink in the girl's bathroom in the School-age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“There were googly eyes measuring smaller than 1 inch in size, reportedly used for craft projects, in the 1-yr old classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“There were approximately 3-4 children in the PreK 2room who did not have rest equipment, but laid on an area rug during quiet time.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“There was no thermometer in the refrigerator in the School-age room, where children's lunches are stored.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
- May 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 16, 2022Inspection17 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2023
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“There was a child observed receiving care in the Preschool without their emergency contact form being in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The most recent health assessment on file for Child #2, who is an Infant, is dated 3/23/22, more than 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #5, who is 4 years old, is dated 1/27/20, is dated more than 1 year ago, and is recommended annually by the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“There was an uncovered fence bolt on the gate leading from the toddler playground to the preschool playground, which creates a potential hazard for a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint was observed in the Older Toddler room by the bookshelf, which was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in the Infant (formerly School-age) room did not include gloves.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“There was shaving cream, labeled "Keep out of the reach of children", used for arts and crafts projects, in the Preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #2 does not include documentation of application of a Maryland child abuse clearance or Maryland Sex Offender registry search prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for staff person #3 does not include documentation of application of a Minnesota child abuse clearance or Minnesota Sex Offender registry search prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The 30 day test log for the fire detection system includes tests date 1/8/22 and 2/16/22, more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“While in the Older Toddler room, children were observed being fed their lunches without washing their hands prior to eating.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“There were 3 infant feeding bottles observed in the Infant room that were not labeled with the child's name for whom the bottles were intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The initial health assessment on file for Staff person #1 does not indicate that the staff person was examined for communicable/contagious disease. (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The initial health assessment on file for Staff person #4 is not valid, as Questions #1, #2, and #3 were not answered by the examining health care professional.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet):Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The emergency plan on site does not include provisions regarding volunteer emergency preparedness training, and continuity of operations, required as of 7/1/22, as per Announcement C-22-04.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #1, #2, #3, and #4 does not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2022
Show 2 earlier visits
- Aug 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 3, 2021Inspection12 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file for staff person #2 lacked current fire safety training completed within the last year.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“On the preschool/pre-k play space, there were covers on both of the benches of the picnic table that had tears in multiple areas.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the 2 year old room, there was peeling paint in multiple areas towards the corner and along the yellow wall near the cots. In the preschool room, there was peeling paint in one area on the left wall above the cots. In the pre-k room, there was peeling paint on the green wall in one area near the cots, on the back wall in multiple areas, and near the middle corner area in multiple areas.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #3, hired provisionally with a start date of 11-9-21, lacked the out of state Criminal History check or application for the Criminal History check at their start date and requires a current out of state Criminal History check.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for staff person #1, with a start date of 1-18-21, lacked pediatric first-aid and CPR training within 90 days of their start date and requires current training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2021
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The file for child #4 had an agreement that lacked the fee amount.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.131(a) Health information
“The files for child #2, with a start date of 3-29-21, and child #3, with a start date of 8-19-21, lacked an initial health assessment within 90 days of their start date and require a current health assessment. (The suspended regulation requires the parent to provide an initial health assessment no later than 90 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2021
3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“The file for child #3, with a start date of 8-19-21, lacked an immunization record within 60 days of their start date and requires a current immunization record.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2021
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“On the outdoor toddler play space on the ledge near the door to the facility, there was a screwdriver that had sharp edges and was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The file for child #5 had an emergency contact form that lacked the name of the health insurance and the policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The file for child #4 had an agreement that lacked the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about The Learning Village II
Is The Learning Village II licensed?
Yes. The Learning Village II is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Learning Village II last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on November 12, 2025, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Learning Village II had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 39 rules across 8 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 38 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 Village II care for?
151, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does The Learning Village II accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Learning Village II's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Learning Village II cost?
Weekly tuition from $132 to $385, as it lists it.
What is The Learning Village II's phone number?
(724) 625-7990.
Where is The Learning Village II?
160 Brickyard Rd Suite 100, Mars, PA 16046. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Appleseed Learning Center, 0.5 miles away.