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Curious Kids Learning Center

80 Wood St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 · Luzerne County
Keystone STAR 4

Curious Kids Learning Center is a certified child care center in Wilkes-Barre, PA, with capacity for 75 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times. The state cited 33 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (12 of 33). 6 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 15 centers in Wilkes-Barre and has fewer citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 57% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#6 of 15 centers in Wilkes-Barre
2 Core-safety citations
31 Other citations
9 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
33 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 6 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 21, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 21, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 8, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 12, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Sep 12, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 7, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 29, 2021 · Inspection · citation found Nov 4, 2021 · 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 12
Records & paperwork 8
Health & medication 5
Training & qualifications 2
Background checks 2
Food & feeding 2
Transportation 2

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 21, 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 fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days as indicated by the following fire detection system testing logs that were on file: 12/2/25 and 1/2/26, 1/2/26 and 2/3/26, 6/26/26 and 7/28/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “The alarm company tests this continually to ensure all hardwired alarms are in working order which exceeds the regulation requirements. The Director or designated staff person will ensure that the fire detection system is tested at least once every 30 days. Proof of this will be documented by the…”
Citation Sep 21, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(b)(2)
There was no health assessment on file for Child #4 (see code sheet for admission date), and this child has been enrolled for more than 60 days. Also, Child #1 (see code sheet for date of birth) had health assessments on file dated 8/23/24 and 8/3/26. However, this was required to be completed every 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “The parent is working on several financial and child health barriers to get an updated or past assessment. The parent will provide proof of a completed health assessment for Child #4. The doctor's office has spoken with director. Child is ok to attend but I am waiting on the Dr. office to complete…”
Citation Sep 21, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff #4 did not complete pediatric first-aid and CPR training prior to the previous training expiring after 2 years. This is evidenced by the following training dates that were on file: 11/11/23 and 2/18/26
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2026): “All staff are required to have a current pediatric first aid and CPR training before their current training expires in 2 years. If staff miss their scheduled training they will be suspended until they are trained. Staff #4 has current pediatric first-aid and CPR training on file.”
Citation Sep 21, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Staff #1 and Staff #2 had evaluations on file dated 7/2025 and 8/2026. However, these were required to be completed at least once every 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2026): “All staff will have at minimum an annual review and this will be dated within that year timeframe and not exceed 1 year.”
Citation Sep 21, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The agreements on file for Child #1 and #5 did not specify their admission date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2026): “All forms were checked and dated per regulation. The agreements on file for Child #1 and #5 now specify their admission date.”
Citation Sep 21, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The most recent financial agreement information on file for Child #5 was dated 3/3/25. More than 6 months had lapsed since a parent last reviewed, updated, and signed the financial agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “The provider used the family agreement form for a new infant. The parent was asked to complete a new agreement form at pick up. Child's #5's parent will review and sign the financial agreement form.”
Core safety Sep 8, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff Persons #1 and #2 (see code sheet for first day with children) had incomplete Pennsylvania State Police Clearances present in their files, but not fully completed clearances. The clearance for Staff #1 was still listed in "Under Review" status, and the clearance for Staff #2 did not contain the dissemination date when the clearance was processed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2025): “Staff Persons #1 and #2, center submitted a new request for Pennsylvania State Police Clearance, the proper certificate form was printed and placed in their files before end of inspection.”
Citation Sep 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
A bag hanging near the doorway in the Preschool Room was observed to contain Member's Mark alcohol swabs and Wet Wipes that were labeled, "keep out of reach of children." These items were accessible to the preschoolers who were being supervised in that room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2025): “The items labeled keep out of reach of children were removed from the bag. The bag was also placed on the proper hook out of reach of children.”
Citation Sep 8, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
Child #3 had had a current health assessment on file dated 6/23/25, but it was missing required information, such as the child's ability to participate in childcare and whether or not they appeared to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2025): “The center requested the child's doctor complete a health assessment with the required information with current form or write a letter stating, "child can attend childcare and appears free of a contagious or communicable illness.”
Citation Sep 8, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
The albuterol sulfate inhalation aerosol prescribed for Child #6 and #7 were observed in a locked medication box in the School Age Room. The medication for Child #6 had an April 6, 2025 discard date. The medication for Child #7 had an October 2024 expiration date. Both of these medications should have been appropriately discarded.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2025): “These inhalers were sent home by end of day.”
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Citation Sep 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid/Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)/3270.123(a)(6)
The agreement on file for Child #1 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. The agreements on file for Child #1 and #3 did not specify the dates of each child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2025): “All files were checked by end of day and the date was added to Child #1 and #3 fee agreement form.”
Citation Sep 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact information on file for Child #1 and #3 did not include the parent's work phone number. The emergency contact information on file for Child #3 did not include the parent's work address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2025): “Child #1 and #3 parent's work information was corrected properly to indicate that they work from home and should be contacted via cell.”
Citation Apr 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
One electrical outlet, near the green chair in the Toddler Room, was observed to be missing a protective receptacle cover. This outlet was accessible to the toddlers being supervised in that room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2025): “These are snap back outlet covers, the cover has been replaced with a new one. All staff were notified of this issue and are responsible in checking these at the beginning and end of each shift.”
Citation Apr 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.102(a)
One brown stained ceiling tile was observed, near a clock, in the School Age Room. A radiator near the cubbies in the Preschool Room was observed to have a sharp piece of jagged metal, which was accessible to the preschoolers. A toilet in the Toddler Room Restroom had two exposed bolts near its base.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2025): “Our center has a flat roof, this was fully replaced in 2022. When it rains we often get small water stains. When this dries we use upshot ceiling tile primer to paint the tile. The sharp piece on heater was taped with electrical tape. Toilet bolt covers were purchased and placed on bolts.”
Citation Apr 28, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Staff #2 (see code sheet for first day with children) had a health assessment on file dated 8/15/23, but it was completed more than 12 months prior to initial service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2025): “Staff #2 went and got a health assessment.”
Core safety Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff person #6 did not have a Child Abuse clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “Staff person submitted the correct clearance at 5:45 pm on 9-9-24. She was suspended from work 9-9-24 and will not return until clearance is in her file.”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)/3270.66(d)
Aveeno baby lotion was observed in a black bookbag, and Banana Boat Sunscreen and Butt Paste were observed in a child's lunch box. All items were labeled "keep out of reach of children", and were located about knee height, on a wooden shelf in the Infant/Toddler Room. All items were accessible to the toddlers who were present in that room. One peace lily plant and one rubber plant were located, about hip height, on a black shelf in the School Age Room. Three song-of-India plants were observed, about hip height, on a white and orange colored shelf in the School Age Room. One peace lily plant was observed, about shoulder height, on a wooden shelf by the entranceway to the Preschool Room. These plants are all toxic to humans.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2024): “All parents were notified that all bags can not have lotion, sunscreen or creams. These were removed and placed out of the reach of children and returned to families on 9-9-24. All plants listed as toxic were removed immediately.”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.102(a)
Four cracked and two brown stained ceiling tiles were observed in the Preschool Room. One cracked and one brown stained ceiling tile were observed in the Kitchen. A ripped white and red soccer ball was observed in the Outdoor Infant/Toddler Play Area. A ripped yellow and white soccer ball, used by the children at the facility, was observed in a blue cart near the facility's entrance. Next to the tree in the Outdoor Preschool/School Age Play Area, there is an approximately eight-inch gap between the faux grass turf and the fence. This gap poses a potential tripping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2024): “All ceiling tiles were replaced by Joe Elms construction. The balls were immediately thrown away. The indentation with the tree root will be filled with cement.”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
Infants' Tylenol, labeled "keep out of reach of children", was observed in a child's lunchbox, that was about knee height, on a wooden shelf in the Infant/Toddler Room. This medication was accessible to the toddlers who were present in that room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2024): “All medication was removed and locked away. Families were given a reminder through our app. All diaper bags will be stored out of reach of all children.”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
Cut peaches were observed in a child's lunchbox, that was on a wooden shelf, in the School Age Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2024): “The bag was removed and placed in our refrigerator after the school age child forgot their lunch.”
Citation Sep 9, 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 detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days as evidenced by the following fire detection system logs that were on file: 10/1/23 to 11/27/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2024): “Director reviewed alarm history to determine why monthly alarm wasn't activated, alarm was set off Oct 19th, Nov 7th, Nov 27th. The November 7th alarm was not noted on the drill log. The facility is currently compliant with testing the fire detection system. The most recent fire detection system…”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times/Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(6)
The agreements on file for Child #1, #3, and #5 did not include each child's admission date. The agreement on file for Child #3 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2024): “All files were reviewed that used this new center form and the dates were added. The agreement on file for Child #3 now includes the child's arrival and departure times.”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)
The phone number of the physician or medical provider for Child #1 was not on file. Child #4 and Child #5 did not have a parent's work phone number on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2024): “The director added the phone number for the doctor and added the parent work phone number as requested by families.”
Citation Sep 12, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/12/23. Two bolts on the fence pole were exposed in the infant/toddler play space and accessible to children. In the preschool/school age playground a sharp metal tie was exposed on the gate pole and accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “The Director will buy bolt covers to for the exposed bolts. The Director immediately replaced the sharp metal tie.”
Citation Sep 12, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/12/23. In the infant/toddler backroom the refrigerator did not contain a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2023): “The Director immediately placed a thermometer in the refrigerator.”
Citation Sep 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/12/23. Child #1's emergency contact form did not contain the release person's address and phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2023): “The operator will contact the parents to get the release persons address and phone number. The operator will the place the information on the emergency contact forms.”
Citation Sep 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/12/23. A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in every child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2023): “A written plan has been posted in each classroom identifying the means of transporting a child in emergency care. Staffing provisions have also been included in the plan.”
Citation Nov 7, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
During the record review of the renewal inspection it was observed that the fire system was tested on 10/3/22 then again on 11/7/22 which is a span of 35 days which exceeds the requirement of testing every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 9, 2022): “The director tested the alarm on 11/7/22. We will begin using an app setting on the phone and tablet to remind every 25 days and again on day 30. The director or co-director is responsible for implementation.”
Citation Nov 7, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
Operator admitted that she has not notified the local traffic authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 9, 2022): “The director will begin notifying the Wilkes Barre Police annually the centers location and the pedestrian and vehicular routes used by families and employees. I also enclosed the van routes for each school district.”
Citation Dec 29, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
Required emergency phone numbers are not posted by the phones in the Toddler Room and the Preschool Room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2022): “Will post the emergency phone numbers by the phones in the toddler and preschool rooms”
Citation Dec 29, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The paint on the wooden toy trucks located in the preschool is peeling on some of the trucks
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “The toy trucks were immediately removed from the preschool room and will be discarded”
Citation Dec 29, 2021 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)/3270.171(c)
Written notification of safe routes are not posted in a conspicuous location in the facility and the operator states she did not notify to the local authorities of the location of the facility and the pedestrian and transportation used by the child care center
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2022): “Will post the safe routes to the schools in an area that is conspicuous to the parents and will notify the local authorities in writing of the walking and transportation routes used by the facility.”
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During a complaint visit to the facility on 11/4/21 staff could not produce documentation to verify that the fire drill log and the monthly fire alarm testing log are up to date
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2021): “The fire drill log was placed in the Emergency Operations Binder in a Preschool storage cubby so it is easily accessible to all staff even if they are still in ratio”

“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) $52.00 $52.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $52.00 $52.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $48.00 $48.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $47.00 $47.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $44.00 $37.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $42.00 $34.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $42.00 $34.00

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 75 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Dec 16, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Nov 27, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Mel Meg Corporation INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 824-7635
State certificate # CER-00261994
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Common questions

Has Curious Kids Learning Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Sep 8, 2025 (background checks): “Staff Persons #1 and #2 (see code sheet for first day with children) had incomplete Pennsylvania State Police Clearances present in their files, but not fully completed clearances. The clearance for Staff #1 was still…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Curious Kids Learning Center?

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

What is Curious Kids Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Nov 27, 2025. 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 Kids Learning Center compare with other daycares in Wilkes-Barre?

It is #6 of 15 centers in Wilkes-Barre by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Curious Kids Learning Center last inspected?

Sep 21, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Curious Kids Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $52.00 for newborn, $52.00 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 Curious Kids Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Mel Meg Corporation INC.

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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