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Bright Star Learning Center II

745 S Mill St, New Castle, PA 16101 · Lawrence County
Keystone STAR 4

Bright Star Learning Center II is a certified child care center in New Castle, PA, with capacity for 71 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 52 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (26 of 52). 9 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 16 centers in New Castle and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 76% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#8 of 16 centers in New Castle
1 Core-safety citations
51 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
52 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected Nov 17, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Nov 17, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 30, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Feb 24, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 15, 2021 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 26
Records & paperwork 14
Health & medication 6
Food & feeding 2
Training & qualifications 2
Emergency preparedness 1
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Nov 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Heat Source 55 Pa. Code §3270.71
The baseboard heating register accessible to children in the upstairs toddler 2 room was 132 degrees Fahrenheit when touched.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Classroom furniture was rearranged to block the baseboard register to make it inaccessible to the children.”
Citation Nov 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The cold air register in the upstairs toddler 2 room on the floor by the diaper table was bent up causing a tripping hazard. In the preschool room under the TV the rug was fraying. In the outside space the dryer vent pipe coming out of the wall was cracked causing a pinching hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “The cold air register in the upstairs toddler 2 room on the floor by the diaper changing table was replace with a new register. The carpet in the preschool room trimmed to eliminate the fraying to prevent tripping. The dryer vent pipe in the outside space was replaced with a new vent.”
Citation Nov 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In the upstairs toddler 2 room there was peeling paint around the heating register by the entrance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “The peeling paint around the register in the toddler 2 room was scraped and painted.”
Citation Nov 17, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c)
The two most recent health assessments for child #2, (See LIS Code Sheet), are dated 12/20/23 and 1/2/25 which are more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Child # 2 has a health assessment dated 1/2/2025.”
Citation Nov 17, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The last document emergency drill was dated 10/25/24 which is more than 12 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Emergency drill was conducted on 11/24/2025”
Citation Nov 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Child #3, 4, and 5 files contained a child service report dated 10/2025 which is more than 6 months after date of enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “The fall Child service Reports were completed, copied and reviewed with the parent.”
Citation Nov 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Child #1's file did not contain the health insurance coverage.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Child's health insurance coverage and policy number were obtained from the parent and placed on the child's Emergency Contact Form.”
Citation Nov 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Child #2's two most recent 6-month review signatures for the emergency contact form on file are dated 11/15/24 and 6/16/25 which is more than 6 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Child # 2 most recent 6-month review on 6/16/2025. The next review is due by 12-16-2025”
Citation Nov 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Child #2's two most recent 6-month review signatures for the financial agreement on file are dated 11/15/24 and 6/16/25 which is more than 6 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Child # 2 had a 6-month review and update to the emergency contact information on 6/16/2025. The next review will be on or before 12/16/2025”
Citation Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
There was dirt on the window ledges in the Toddler 2 room and the ceiling fan had thick layers of dust on the paddles.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 19, 2025): “The window ledges and ceiling fans in Toddler 2 were cleaned the same day.”
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Citation Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
There was peeling paint on the window ledges, baseboards, and cupboards throughout the Toddler 2 room. In the hallway outside the entrance to the Toddler 2 room, some of the paint was ripped off the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 19, 2025): “Peeling paint will be sanded and painted on the cupboards, window sills, and baseboards. The upstairs hallway will be sanded and painted.”
Citation Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
The trash can in the children's bathroom upstairs lacked a cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2025): “New trash cans were bought for all sink, diapering, and toilet areas.”
Citation Jul 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Documentation of the fire alarm system tests showed more than 30 days between testing: 1/3/25 and 2/28/25; 3/28/25 and 4/28/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2025): “A fire drill was conducted on 7/29/2025. Another fire drill was conducted on 8/22/25. Another fire drill will be conducted by 9/18/25.”
Core safety Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff #1 was observed to not contain Ohio clearances within 45 days of hire(See LIS Code sheet). The file for staff #2 was observed to contain a state police clearance that did not include the dissemination date which makes it invalid. A new state police clearance was obtained for staff #2 on 11/18/24. The file for staff #3 was observed to contain a state police clearance that did not include the dissemination date which makes it invalid. A new state police clearance was obtained on 11/18/24. The file for staff #5 was observed to contain a state police clearance that did not include the dissemination date which makes it invalid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “Staff # 1 applied for Ohio Clearances and was removed from the schedule until her clearances were received on 11/22/2024. She was returned to her classroom. Staff # 2 and staff 3 both received new state police clearances on 11/18/2024. staff # 5 was removed from the schedule and applied for a new…”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
In the toddler 2 room was a brown extension cord that was missing outlet covers. In the old infant room 3 outlets were missing protective covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “Receptacle covers were placed in all outlets in the old baby room. Receptacle covers were placed in the brown extension cord.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In the toddler 2 room there was a spray bottle marked as containing a bleach solution that was on the counter in the eating area accessible to children. In the old infant room under sink in an unlocked cabinet was a hand sanitizer that stated keep out of reach of children accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “Spray bottle was removed from the counter in the eating area and placed into a cabinet out of the reach of children and locked up. Hand sanitizer was removed from the room.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(c)
In the toddler 2 room the screen to the window in the eating area has a large hole in it.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “Screen was removed and replaced from the window in the eating area in Toddler 2 room.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(d)
In the toddler 2 bathroom, which is on the 2nd floor, the window was open with no locks to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “In the Toddler 2 room the window was properly closed, and a dowel rod was placed to prevent the window from being opened.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
In the toddler 1 room the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “Emergency phone numbers for nearest hospital, police and fire departments, ambulance and the poison control center were replaced on the wall in Toddler 1 room.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit in the toddler 2 room was missing tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “Tweezers were replaced in the first aid kit in Toddler 2 classroom.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the toddler 2 room there was a nail protruding from the bottom draw of the built ins. In the old infant room, the wallpaper was peeling and not in good repair. The outdoor carpet in the outdoor play space was bunching up causing a tripping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “In the Toddler 2 room the protruding nail was hammered into the draw to repair it. The wallpaper in the old infant room was repaired. The outdoor carpet was retaped to prevent a tripping hazard.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In the toddler 2 room there was peeling paint under the window in with the A/C on the left. In the grass outdoor play space there was peeling paint around the windows.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “In the Toddler 2 room the peeling paint was scraped and repainted under the air conditioner. In the outdoor play space, the peeling paint around the windows was scraped. The windows will be painted as soon as the weather allows.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
In the school age room bathroom, a hand washing sign was missing from above the toilet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “In the school age bathroom a handwashing sign was placed above the toilet.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In the toddler 2 room in the eating area the middle draw contained plastic bags accessible to children. In the Pre-K Counts room were foam blocks with teeth marks.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “In the Toddler 2 room all plastic bags were removed from the room. The foam blocks with teeth marks were disposed of.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
The cubbies outside the bathroom in the toddler 2 room was not attached to the wall making it unstable when touched. In the old infant room was a tall white cabinet that was not attached to the wall making it unstable when touched.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “Cubbies in Toddler 2 room were attached to the wall with a strap to secure it to the wall. The tall white cabinet in the old infant room was screwed into the wall to secure it.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
In toddler 1 room the thermometer in the refrigerator was broken.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “The thermometer in the refrigerator in the Toddler 1 room was replaced with a new thermometer.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c)
Child #2's, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), two most recent health assessments are dated 11/28/22 and 8/27/24 which are which are more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “All parents will provide updated health assessments at least every 12 months. Parents will also update the emergency contact information at least every 6 months or whenever there is a change in information.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
In the file for staff #3 was a doctors appointment summary which was not acceptable as a staff health assessment. Staff #5 two most recent health assessments are dated 11/17/21 and 1/18/24 which are more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2024): “Staff person # 3 did have a physical but only had the visit summary in their file. The physician filled out the staff health assessment form and it was placed into the file.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
The infant bottles were not labeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “The infant bottles were labeled with the child's name.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The fire alarm testing log contained the following dates 12/15/23-1/15/24, 1/15/24-2/15/24,3/15/24-4/15/24, 7/12/24-8/12/24, 8/12/24-9/12/24, 10/11/24-11/18/24 which are more than 30 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “The new director was trained in the proper procedure for testing the fire alarm system.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
Child #2's initial health assessment dated 11/28/22 was more than 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet). Child #3's initial health assessment dated 11/1/24 was more than 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “Parent was instructed that child must have an initial health assessment within 60 days of their date of enrollment.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
There was no daily schedule posted in the old infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “A plan of daily activities was posted on the wall in the old infant room.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
Child #1 and 2's financial agreements were missing the fee amount.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “The financial agreements of Child # 1 and Child # 2 were updated with the missing fee amounts.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The financial agreement for child #3 did not contain arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “The financial agreement for Child # 3 was updated with the arrival and departure times.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The financial agreement for child #3 did not contain the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “The financial agreement for Child # 3 was updated to include the persons designated by the parent that the child may be released to.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
The financial agreement for child #4 did not contain the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “The financial agreement for Child # 4 was corrected and his admission date was added to the form.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
Child #1's file did not contain the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “The emergency contact form for child 3 1 was updated to include the phone number of the child's physician.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Child #2's file was missing the address for one individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “The file for child # 2 was updated to include the names of individuals that the child can be released to.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2024): “Staff person #4 did have pediatric First Aid & CPR although the card was not in the file. Staff person # 4 has completed required training.”
Citation Nov 20, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first-aid kit in the school-age room was lacking scissors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2024): “Scissors were replaced in the first aid kit in the school age room.”
Citation Nov 20, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
The file for Child #2 contained an immunization record that was lacking the annual influenza immunization. The file for Child #3 contained an immunization record that was lacking 2 doses of DTAP, 1 dose of HIB, 2 doses of pneumococcal, 1 dose of polio, 1 dose of MMR, 1 dose of Varicella, 2 doses of Hepatitis A and the annual influenza immunization.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2024): “The parent of Child #2 was informed that the child was lacking the annual influenza vaccine. The parent provided a statement that they object to their child receiving the Influenza vaccine on 12/03/2023. Child #3 had an appointment for immunizations. The parent provided an updated immunization…”
Citation Nov 20, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The file for Staff #3 contained a TB screening that was done 8.31.21, which was more than 12 months prior to the staff's start date(see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2024): “Staff person #3 was removed from the schedule on 11/30/2023 and returned to work on 1/05/2024 after her Mantoux was read.”
Citation Nov 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The file for Staff #1 contains the Health and Safety Basics that was completed 8.26.16 which was prior to the acceptable dates and therefore needs to take the 10 hour Building Blocks training. The file for Staff #3 was lacking the one hour health and safety update training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2024): “Staff # 1 completed the 10 hr. Building Blocks training as required by the state regulations.”
Citation Nov 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The file for Child #1 contained an agreement form that was lacking the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2024): “The daily fee amount was added to the agreement form as required by regulations.”
Citation Nov 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for Staff #2 was lacking two written, nonfamily reference letters.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2024): “Two non-family references we received from Staff # 2 and placed into her file.”
Citation Nov 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The operator failed to provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations electronically.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2024): “Parents were provided with information on how to access the regulations electronically. The information was posted with the facility Certificate of Compliance and in parent information areas.”
Citation Nov 30, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The hot water temperature at the sink in the infant room was measured at 150 degrees Fahrenheit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 30, 2022): “The hot water was turned off at that sink.”
Citation Nov 30, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Three exposed nails were observed in areas accessible to children in care in the Pre-K 2 room. A sharply edged metal brace clip was observed on a heating register in an area accessible to children in care in the School Age Room. Contact with said areas could result in laceration or puncture injuries. In an area accessible to children in the Toddler Room, two exposed screws were observed protruding from the wall which could cause puncture and/or laceration injuries.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “The metal brace on the heating register was adjusted, the screws were removed, and all areas were covered to prevent access by children.”
Citation Nov 30, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.82(g)
Two toilets used by children in care, one in the upstairs hallway and one in the Toddler Room, were observed to have upwardly facing, exposed bolts protruding from the base of each toilet in the area where the toilet is secured to the floor. Contact with said bolts could cause puncture and/or laceration injuries.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “Two toilets used by children in the hallway bathroom that were observed to have bolts upward facing had the bolts cut and caps placed over them.”
Citation Nov 30, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
A dime-sized area of peeling paint was observed near the closet door in the Toddler Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 30, 2022): “Area was covered with duct tape until such time as we can repaint the wall.”
Citation Nov 30, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
An approximately 8"x12"x8" plastic storage bin in an area accessible to children in care in the Pre-K 1 Room was observed to have a cracked edge that could cause pinch point injuries. In an area accessible to children in the outside play space, a crack was observed on a plastic log cabin playhouse. Contact with said cracked edge could result in pinch point injuries.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 30, 2022): “We discarded the storage container and covered the crack on the playhouse with duct tape.”
Citation Feb 24, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Facility lacked proof of purchase of the inter-connected smoke alarms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2022): “The attestation form was completed and placed in the file.”

“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) $50.00 $41.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $50.00 $41.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $48.00 $42.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $47.00 $43.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $46.00 $40.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $42.00 $33.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $42.00 $33.00

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

Capacity 71 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Feb 24, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Jun 4, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Bright Star Learning Center LLC
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (724) 965-8048
State certificate # CER-00248155
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Common questions

Has Bright Star Learning Center II had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Nov 18, 2024 (background checks): “The file for staff #1 was observed to not contain Ohio clearances within 45 days of hire(See LIS Code sheet). The file for staff #2 was observed to contain a state police clearance that did not include the dissemination…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Bright Star Learning Center II?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Bright Star Learning Center II since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Bright Star Learning Center II’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Jun 4, 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 Bright Star Learning Center II compare with other daycares in New Castle?

It is #8 of 16 centers in New Castle by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Bright Star Learning Center II last inspected?

Nov 17, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Bright Star Learning Center II cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $50.00 for newborn, $50.00 for infant, $48.00 for young toddler, $47.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Bright Star Learning Center II?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Bright Star Learning Center LLC.

Certified centers nearby

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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