Curiosity Corner
Curiosity Corner is a certified child care center in Parkesburg, PA, with capacity for 100 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 16 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (5 of 16). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #116 of 214 centers in Chester County and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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At the time of the inspection in the 'Tigers' room more than half of the rest equipment has its plastic cover torn and tattered with stuffing coming out creating multiple choking hazards.
At the time of the inspection while transitioning to the outdoor play space, one of the children in the chipmunks group was transporting the first aid kit.
At the time of the inspection in the Turtles group, the first aid kit was lacking gloves.
At the time of the inspection the record of child #1 was lacking a current valid health assessment.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 3 missing the correct FBI clearance in the file.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files. children #1, #2, #3, #4 #5 and #6 all needed updated emergency contact forms and financial agreement.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the emergency plan, the plans for continuity of care was not included in the plan.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan the plan did not state the method to contact parents. The plan to contact parents should be included in the plan.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through, the first aid kit in the infant room was missing tweezers.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through, the refrigerator in the infant room was missing a thermometer. The provider replaced the thermometer. The certification representative checked the temperature before leaving the facility and the thermostat was reading below 45 degrees F. citation was corrected onsite.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed a sippy cup in the Turtles room without a label.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #4 was missing a CPR certificate in the file.
During the complaint investigation the certification representative determined that child #1 did not have the updated immunization record in the file.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/23, there was a divot in the outdoor play space beneath the the basketball hoop that posed as a tripping hazard for children.
At the time of the inspection the facility was not yet using the new fire drill log and had no verification of the operability of the fire detection system.
At the time of the inspection the staff records indicated first aid completed by staff was not in compliance with regulatory requirements.
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $79.20 | $79.20 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $79.20 | $79.20 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $79.20 | $79.20 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $74.80 | $74.80 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $70.20 | $70.20 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $69.20 | $39.20 |
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 Curiosity Corner 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 Mar 5, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 3 missing the correct FBI clearance in the file.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Curiosity Corner?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Curiosity Corner’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Aug 6, 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 Curiosity Corner compare with other daycares in Chester County?
It is tied for #116 of 214 centers in Chester County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Curiosity Corner last inspected?
Mar 26, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Curiosity Corner cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $79.20 for newborn, $79.20 for infant, $79.20 for young toddler, $74.80 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Curiosity Corner?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Curiosity Corner Parkesburg 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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