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Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC

644 Perry Way, Zelienople, PA 16063 · Butler County
Keystone STAR 1

Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC is a certified child care center in Zelienople, PA, with capacity for 27 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 16 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for building & playground safety (8 of 16). All 16 came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #10 of 46 centers in Butler County and has more citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 58% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#10 of 46 centers in Butler County
0 Core-safety citations
16 Other citations
3 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
16 citations from 3 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 16 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 8, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 8
Records & paperwork 4
Health & medication 3
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
The electrical outlet by the play kitchens in the toddler classroom, accessible to children under 5 years of age, did not have a protective receptacle cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “The protective receptacle cover was replaced.”
Citation Jun 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
The side doors on the vanity in the preschool bathroom were not locked allowing the Comet and Clorox Toilet Wands, labeled "keep out of the reach of the children," to be accessible to children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “The items in the cabinet were moved to another cabinet that has a child lock on it.”
Citation Jun 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The frame around the glass on the front door is broken and cracked exposing sharp rough edges to the children and families that use the door daily.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “The part of the cracked frame on the outside of the front door was filled with caulking to cover the rough edges.”
Citation Jun 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Current medication and reason/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(3)/3270.192(3)
The file of Child #4 contained a current health assessment that did not include a list of child's current medication and the reason for the medication or documentation the child was not on any medications at the time of the assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “The parent was notified about needing a new health report as the child needs a new one before the end of June. The health assessment will be updated.”
Citation Jun 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Acute or chronic health problem/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(4)/3270.192(3)
The file of Child #4 contained a current health assessment that did not include documentation of an assessment of health problems or special needs and recommendations for treatment or documentation this is not applicable to the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “The parent was notified about needing a new health report as the child needs a new one before the end of June. The health assessment will be updated.”
Citation Jun 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The file of Staff #1 contained an initial health assessment dated 2/3/2025, more than 12 months prior to their start date with children (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “The staff member was made aware that they need a new health assessment and scheduled a doctors appointment to obtain this. The health assessment will be updated.”
Citation Jun 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The financial agreement for Child #5 did not contain the signature of the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “Signature was obtained.”
Citation Jun 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)
The files of Child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 contained the original financial agreements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “Agreements were copied again and originals were distributed to the parents.”
Citation Jun 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact information for Child #4 did not contain the address of a release person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “The address of the release person was obtained.”
Citation Jun 8, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file of Staff #2, identified as an assistant group supervisor, did not contain documentation of education to verify they qualify for the position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “The documentation was printed out and placed in the file.”
Citation Mar 6, 2026 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 operator did not have proof of purchase of the fire detection system.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2026): “A signed attestation for the purchase of the system is on file and will remain on file.”
Citation Mar 2, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit in the upstairs child care space did not contain soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Soap was placed in the preschool first aid kit.”
Citation Mar 2, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
A piece of the baseboard in the toddler area was pulling away from the wall. The end post of the fence adjacent to the garage was not secured in the ground and easily shifts. This creates a significant gap that is large enough for a child to pass through.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “The baseboard was reattached to the wall. The fence will be repaired.”
Citation Mar 2, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Handwashing signs were not posted at the changing table in the infant classroom and the changing table and sink in the toddler classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Handwashing signs were posted.”
Citation Mar 2, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The orange tunnel on the preschool climber in the front play space is cracked. The damaged plastic created a sharp edge and a pinch hazard for children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “The crack will be repaired.”
Citation Mar 2, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The facility did not have instructions for parents to contact the appropriate regional office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “The telephone number was posted.”

“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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $64.00 —
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $62.00 —
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $60.00 —
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $58.00 —

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 27 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 27, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Aug 2, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (724) 473-4443
State certificate # CER-00258901
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Common questions

Has Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC had any serious violations?

No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 16 other citations, listed above.

Have there been complaints about Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC?

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

What is Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Aug 2, 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 Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC compare with other daycares in Butler County?

It is #10 of 46 centers in Butler County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC last inspected?

Jun 8, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $64.00 for infant, $62.00 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler, $58.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Curious Cubs Childcare 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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