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Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center
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About Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center
Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 70 children, serving school-age children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 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
- 70 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (215) 477-7400 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 | 70 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 70 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00243341
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 6 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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- Jul 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 21, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 07/21/25, Certification Representative reviewed the files for staff member #1 and staff member #2. The files did not contain verification of the NSOR clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection on 07/21/25, Certification Representative reviewed the files for child #1, child #2 and child #3. The files did not contain verification of the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection on 07/21/25, Certification Representative reviewed the file for staff member #3. The file only contained one written, nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
- Jun 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 31, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 07/29/2024, the Certification Representative review Staff #3 content of records, and the content of records did not include an initial Health Assessment upon hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 07/31/2024, the Certification Representative reviewed Staff's #4 content of records and the content of records of Staff #4 did not have the correct FBI Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 07/29/2024, the Certification Representative review Staff #1, Staff # 2, and Staff #3, content of records, and the content of records did not include two letters of references upon hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2024
- Mar 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 29, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 6/29/2023, 4 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain 12 hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 6/29/2023, 4 staff files were reviewed. Staff member number 2 file contained a valid current New Jersey Stat Drivers License. The staff member's file did not contain New Jersey CPSL clearances. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2may not work in a child care position at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2023
Mar 3, 2022Inspection11 rules cited
3270.124(b)(1) Child's name, birth date
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3.3.2022, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 3 emergency contact form did not include the child's birthdate.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/3/2022, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained a fee agreement that did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/3/2022, 5 child files were reviewed. Child #3 file contained a fee agreement that did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/3/2022, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 file did not contain an written staff evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2022
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/3/20222, 5 child files were reviewed. Child #4 file contained an emergency form that did not address the section regarding parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/3/2022, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained a fee agreement that was signed and dated on 2/14/2021. There were no updates of reviews signed and dated on this form.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/3/2022, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that was signed and dated 2.14.2021. There were no updated review signatures on this form.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/3/2022 , 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the child's health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/3/2022, 5 child files were reviewed. Child #4 file contained an emergency contact form that did not address the section regarding the child's disability”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/3/2022, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 2 files contained emergency contact forms that did not list the work address of the enrolling parent. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did list the work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 3/3/2022, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain 12 hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center
Is Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center care for?
70, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (215) 477-7400 to confirm.
How much does Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 477-7400 to ask.
What is Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center's phone number?
(215) 477-7400.
Where is Thinking Out of the Box Learning Center?
1486 N 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19131. The nearest other daycare we list is Pearlwood Early Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.