Curious Cubs Childcare Center LLC
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
The financial agreement for Child #5 did not contain the signature of the parent.
The files of Child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 contained the original financial agreements.
The emergency contact information for Child #4 did not contain the address of a release person.
The file of Staff #2, identified as an assistant group supervisor, did not contain documentation of education to verify they qualify for the position.
The operator did not have proof of purchase of the fire detection system.
The first aid kit in the upstairs child care space did not contain soap.
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.
Handwashing signs were not posted at the changing table in the infant classroom and the changing table and sink in the toddler classroom.
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.
The facility did not have instructions for parents to contact the appropriate regional office.
“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
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.
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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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