ABC Kiddie Kampus is a certified child care center in Wilkes-Barre, PA, with capacity for 107 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 23 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (6 of 23). 11 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #5 of 15 centers in Wilkes-Barre and has fewer citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The emergency plan trainings on file for Staff #2 and Staff #3 were dated 1/22/25 and 2/2/26. These were required to be done annually.
Two electrical outlets by the sink in the Pre-K2 Room were observed to be missing protective receptacle covers. These electrical outlets were accessible to older toddler and preschool aged children who were being supervised in that room.
Imagitarium Beta water conditioner that was labeled, "keep out of reach of children", was observed in a metal cabinet near the sink in the Pre-K2 Room. This item was accessible to older toddler and preschool aged children who were being supervised in that room.
The Toddler Playground had a shed with a cracked, jagged piece of plywood, which posed a potential scratch hazard. The shed in the Pre-K Playground had cracked siding which also posed a potential scratch hazard. Also, at one corner of the shed, there was an approximately 3.5 inch deep drop off in the grass. This created a potential tripping hazard. Additionally, the Preschool Playground had a Sound Play xylophone with three cracked plastic attachments. In this same playground, there was a cracked clear plastic container and a beach ball with torn fabric.
The health report on file for Child #2, dated 5/29/25, was observed to be missing a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
A soiled disposable diaper was observed in an Older Toddler Room trash can. Staff #3 acknowledged that they disposed of the diaper in the trash can after changing a child. However, the trash can did not have a hands-free lid.
The health assessment on file for Staff #2, dated 5/4/24, did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. On the health assessment, the physician indicated that they were "not able to assess" for communicable diseases because "vaccine list not provided."
The fire safety trainings on file for Staff #2 and Staff #3 were dated 1/9/25 and 2/2/26. These were required to be done annually.
Staff #2 had not completed mandated reporter training prior to their previous training expiring. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter trainings on file being dated 8/27/20 and 12/5/25. Staff #4 acknowledged that Staff #2 had routine interaction and direct contact with children during the lapse in trainings.
The emergency contact information on file for Child #5 did not include the parents' work telephone numbers.
The most recent emergency contact information on file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5 was dated 1/25 and 1/26. The most recent financial agreement information on file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5 was dated 2/25 and 1/26. More than 6 months had lapsed since a parent last reviewed, updated, and signed the emergency contact and financial agreement forms.
Staff #3 had DHS FBI clearances on file dated 1/21/2020 and 2/7/2025. More than 60 months had lapsed between each DHS FBI clearance. Also, Staff #3 had a Department of Education FBI clearance on file dated 12/30/23, but this clearance is not acceptable for childcare employment.
A cracked orange planter, with sharp edges, was observed on the Preschool Playground. Also, the Infant/Young Toddler Playground had a brown play bridge with multiple cracks.
The agreements on file for Child #1 and Child #2 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
The emergency contact information on file for Child #3 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Staff person #3 had a health assessment on file dated 8/19/24 but it did not include an examination for all communicable diseases and the results of that examination. The staff was only assessed for tuberculosis.
Blue morning glory plants were observed in the Outdoor #2 play space. Dry erase cleaner, labeled "keep out of reach of children" was observed on a wooden shelf in the Pre-K1 Room. Both items were accessible to children who were present in those areas.
Staff persons #5 and #6 had not completed mandated reporter training prior to the previous training expiring. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter trainings on file being dated 5/22/2019 and 8/9/2024 for staff person #5 and 4/13/2019 and 8/28/2024 for staff person #6.
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff #3 did not update their child abuse clearance every 60 months as required by regulation. The previous clearance was dated 1/24/19 and the updated clearance was dated 2/15/24.
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff #1 had pediatric first aid/CPR training dated for 1/15/22. Staff #1 did not complete pediatric first aid/CPR until 2/5/24, which was after the expiration of the pervious training.
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety topics. Staff #2 completed the training on 2/4/24.
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility and a review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire of Staff # 2. Staff # 2 was hired using a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 9/7/19 and did not apply for a child abuse clearance until 12/29/22. This staff also did not apply for the NSOR clearance until 1/24/23. Staff # 2 was hired incorrectly as a provisional hire per the CPSL. Staff # 2 was working with children during this inspection.
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility and a review of staff files was conducted. Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid / CPR
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $56.40 | $56.40 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $56.40 | $56.40 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $54.20 | $54.20 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $51.00 | $51.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $49.80 | $20.00 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has ABC Kiddie Kampus had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Feb 24, 2025 (background checks): “Staff #3 had DHS FBI clearances on file dated 1/21/2020 and 2/7/2025. More than 60 months had lapsed between each DHS FBI clearance. Also, Staff #3 had a Department of Education FBI clearance on file dated 12/30/23, but…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about ABC Kiddie Kampus?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at ABC Kiddie Kampus since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is ABC Kiddie Kampus’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Aug 27, 2026. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does ABC Kiddie Kampus compare with other daycares in Wilkes-Barre?
It is #5 of 15 centers in Wilkes-Barre by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was ABC Kiddie Kampus last inspected?
Feb 18, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does ABC Kiddie Kampus cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $56.40 for newborn, $56.40 for infant, $54.20 for young toddler, $51.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs ABC Kiddie Kampus?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is ABC Kiddie Kampus INC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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