Incredible Kid Academy
Incredible Kid Academy is a certified child care center in New Oxford, PA, with capacity for 72 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 38 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 38). 19 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #14 of 17 centers in Adams County and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The individual file for staff person #1 included an NSOR certificate which was not updated within 60 months of the previous certificate. The current NSOR certificate is dated 5/15/25 and the previous was dated 2/27/20.
The individual file for staff person #2 did not include a copy of a signed and dated disclosure statement at the time of inspection.
It was observed in the Four/Five year-old classroom, a protective receptable cover was missing from an electrical outlet. (This was corrected at the time of inspection.)
It was observed in the Four/Five year-old classroom, a Glade Plug-in plugged into an outlet accessible to children. It was also observed in the Four/Five year-old classroom a bag of Miracle Grow potting soil labeled "keep out of reach of children" sitting on the floor accessible to children.
It was observed in the Four/Five year-old classroom a Magic Eraser sitting on a shelf above the sink was not stored in its original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. It was observed in the Toddler 1 classroom a Magic Eraser placed in a drawer was not stored in its original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. It was observed in the Infant classroom a Magic Eraser placed in a drawer was not stored in its original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content.
It was observed in the Toddler 1 classroom, areas of peeling and damaged paint on the walls.
The thermometer in the refrigerator in the toddler 1 classroom indicated a temperature of 60° F.
It was observed in the Toddler 1 classroom that staff were not appropriately utilizing the hands-free covered trash can by using their hands to open and close the trash receptacle when discarding soiled diapers due to the hands-free covered trash having an inoperable lid.
The director could not provide proof of an emergency drill having been conducted annually. The last emergency drill on file to have been documented occurred 2/24/25.
The director could not provide proof that copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates have been sent to the local municipality.
Staff person #3 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 AND PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2). Staff person #4 has not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 AND PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2).
It was observed in the infant classroom that a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the child care space.
The facility does not provide a supervision policy in writing to the parents at the time of enrollment.
The emergency contact form for child #4 does not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact forms for children #1 and #2 do not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
The emergency contact form for child #4 does not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact form for child #3 does not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact forms for children #1 and #2 do not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
The individual file for staff person #5 included only 1 nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The individual file for staff person #6 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
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In the one years old's room, certification rep observed that the lighting was too dark to properly assess supervision during nap time.
During a transition from the outside, a certification representative observed staff person 1 yanking child # 1 into the air by one arm.
During a transition from the outside, a certification representative overheard staff person 1 yelling at child #1.
A toxic Golden Pothos plant (aka Devil's Ivy) was found in the Pre-K room during the inspection. (The plant was immediately removed from the room during the inspection.)
In the Young Pre-School room, the ceiling support beams, around the ceiling fans, were covered with dust.
In the outdoor toddler playground area, the Little Tikes Tree House had a missing window frame on the backside of the structure and this aperture creates a potential head entrapment hazard for children.
In the older toddler/young preschool outdoor play area, mulch was accessible to the toddlers.
In the infant room, the rest equipment, consisting of cribs and bassinets, was observed to be less than two feet apart, while in use, on two separate occasions during the inspection.
The facility Emergency Plan did not include accommodations for children with disabilities and, or, chronic medical conditions.
Fire detection devices or systems were not always tested in a period of 30 days or less. Specifically, from September 5, 2024 to October 31, 2024 56 days elapsed, from November 11, 2024 to December 22, 2024, 41 days elapsed, from January 16, 2025 to February 25, 2025 and 40 days elapsed and from April 8, 2025 to May 30, 2025, 52 days elapsed.
Operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities in writing on an annual basis.
The records for staff persons 2 and 3 did not contain information on their education histories.
In the record for Child # 2, the prior emergency contact form was updated 11/22/24 and the current emergency contact form was updated 6/2/25. This is a period of 192 days.
The fence surrounding the preschool/school age playground has rusted corners and sharp edges bent into the children's play space. The wooden ramp leading down to the Ones playground had rotted wood and rusty nails on end caps of the railing posts.
Staff #2 did not complete mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire.
Staff #1 did not have proof of education in file.
Child #1 and child #2 did not have health insurance policy number filled out on their emergency contact form.
Staff #1 and #2 did not have Pediatric 1st aide/CPR training on file.
Observed grass and dirt on and under the pad of the diaper changing table.
“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) | $43.40 | $42.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $43.40 | $42.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $43.40 | $42.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $41.40 | $40.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $38.30 | $37.00 |
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 Incredible Kid Academy had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Jun 11, 2026 (background checks): “The individual file for staff person #1 included an NSOR certificate which was not updated within 60 months of the previous certificate. The current NSOR certificate is dated 5/15/25 and the previous was dated 2/27/20.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Incredible Kid Academy?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Incredible Kid Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Incredible Kid Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Sep 15, 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 Incredible Kid Academy compare with other daycares in Adams County?
It is #14 of 17 centers in Adams County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Incredible Kid Academy last inspected?
Jun 11, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Incredible Kid Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $43.40 for newborn, $43.40 for infant, $43.40 for young toddler, $41.40 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Incredible Kid Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Incredible Kid Academy.
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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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