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Incredible Kid Academy

1255 Oxford Rd, New Oxford, PA 17350 · Adams County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

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.

Inspection record

More citations than 78% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#14 of 17 centers in Adams County
5 Core-safety citations
33 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
38 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 19 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 11, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 11, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 13, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 8, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 2, 2022 · 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 11
Records & paperwork 10
Training & qualifications 5
Emergency preparedness 3
Background checks 2
Health & medication 2
Caregiver conduct 2
Food & feeding 1
Supervision 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff person #1 completed NSOR certificate 5/15/25”
Core safety Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
The individual file for staff person #2 did not include a copy of a signed and dated disclosure statement at the time of inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff person #2 filled out and completed a signed and dated disclosure statement the day of inspection.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
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.)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The missing outlet cover in the classroom was immediately replaced upon discovery, at time of inspection.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Glade plug-in was immediately removed and covered with an safety cover at time of inspection. Bag of potting soil was moved to an area out of reach of children at time of inspection.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The Magic Erasers in both the 4/5 year old room and infant rooms were removed. Magic erasers are now stored in original packaging or labeled in a container and are stored out of reach of children and away from food preparation areas.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
It was observed in the Toddler 1 classroom, areas of peeling and damaged paint on the walls.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The damaged/chipped paint on the wall has been covered until repainting is completed. Area was covered on 6/13/2026.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The thermometer in the refrigerator in the toddler 1 classroom indicated a temperature of 60° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Day of inspection the thermometer was replaced by another one and temperature was reading 42 at end of the day.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Day of inspection we replaced the broken hand-free trash receptacle with a working one.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Emergency drill was conducted on 6/24/2026.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
The director could not provide proof that copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates have been sent to the local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “A plan of our most updated 6/17/2026 emergency plan was sent to the both the emergency management center and our local municipality Mount Pleasant Township.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
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).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff person #3 completed required trainings 5/24/26. Staff person #4 completed required training Part 1 6/17/26 Part 2 6/24/26.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
It was observed in the infant classroom that a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Discussion with classroom teacher's and plan to write and display an infant schedule was made. Infant schedule was posted in the room 6/17/26.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)
The facility does not provide a supervision policy in writing to the parents at the time of enrollment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Supervision policy was written into the Family Handbook 6/12/2026 and was and will be shared with all enrolling families.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form for child #4 does not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Had parent of the child #4 include the work address and phone number on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)
The emergency contact forms for children #1 and #2 do not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Parent of children #1 and #2 signed for emergency medical care. 6/17/26.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The parent of Child #4 included health insurance coverage and policy number to the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Parent of child #3 included address of the individual designated to whom the child may be released to.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Both parents of children #1 and #2 signed for consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by staff.”
Citation Jun 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff person #5 obtained another written reference letter for her file.”
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Core safety Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Lighting/Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.78/3270.113(a)
In the one years old's room, certification rep observed that the lighting was too dark to properly assess supervision during nap time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Staff members will adjust provided blinds in the room to allow in more of the natural lighting, to improve the visibility during rest time.”
Core safety Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
During a transition from the outside, a certification representative observed staff person 1 yanking child # 1 into the air by one arm.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Staff person #1 was addressed that evening prior to end of shift. A statement was recieved from staff person 1 of events that took place. Staff person 1 admitted to grabbing child #1 arm however not lifting child #1 into the air. Staff person #1 advised it was not the best response for challenging…”
Core safety Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Caregiver conduct
No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)
During a transition from the outside, a certification representative overheard staff person 1 yelling at child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Staff person #1 was addressed that evening prior to end of shift. A statement was received from staff person 1 of events that took place. Staff person 1 admitted to utilizing an elevated voice at child #1. Staff person #1 advised it was not the best response for challenging behavior. Staff person…”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(d)
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.)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Plant was immediately removed from classroom. It was not known this particular plant was in the classroom was toxic to children.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the Young Pre-School room, the ceiling support beams, around the ceiling fans, were covered with dust.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Support structure beams have been dusted and cleaned.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “The Litte Tikes Tree House was repaired to prevent head entrapment in the area of the missing window. A Clear widow was replaced in the equipment where identified potenial hazard was listed and described.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(e)
In the older toddler/young preschool outdoor play area, mulch was accessible to the toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Children in the young preschool will split primary care groups for the children that are not yet 3 years of age and utilize the 2's playyard until they reach the age of 3.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Infant room was reorganized and measured out to make sure compliance of 2 feet of space is on 3 sides while in use for each piece of resting equipment.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility Emergency Plan did not include accommodations for children with disabilities and, or, chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Emergency Plan has been updated to include accommodations for children with disabilties and or chronic medical conditions. This plan has a published, posted conspicuously, added to facility website and updated to our staff.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Director and designated staff are now aware it is to be 30 days or less between testings of the system. 28 day electronic calendar reminders may be used for Director and designated staff reminders.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
Operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities in writing on an annual basis.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “During inspection in the presence of certification representative Director updated, and printed 2025 traffic safety letter and mailed to local Eastern Adams Police Department”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Aide qualifications 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)
The records for staff persons 2 and 3 did not contain information on their education histories.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Staff person 2 has requested education histories from attended facilities. Currently waiting on reciept of these documents. Staff persons 2 and 3 have received educational verification documents for facility and has submitted to file.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Director will monitor compliance of emergency contact form to be within a 6 month period. Parents will be reminded and children will not be allowed to attend until records are within date of compliance”
Citation Jun 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2024): “All end caps on wheelchair ramp were replaced that evening of 6/13/24.”
Citation Jun 13, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #2 did not complete mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2024): “Staff did complete mandated reporter; however, I did not have her certificate printed and in her file. I printed the certificate and added to file. corrected on site 6/13/24.”
Citation Jun 13, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 30 credits 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(1)
Staff #1 did not have proof of education in file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2024): “This was fixed on site day of inspection 6/13/24. Staff sent copy of diploma and was printed and added to employee file.”
Citation Jun 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Child #1 and child #2 did not have health insurance policy number filled out on their emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2024): “Both child's policy numbers were added by parents the afternoon of inspection and shown to our inspector on 6/14 on her return.”
Citation Jun 8, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff #1 and #2 did not have Pediatric 1st aide/CPR training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2023): “Searched and found a provider who provides Pediatric first aide/CPR training who is registered with PA keys. He will be providing training for the 2 staff identified w/o the training plus all next staff. He was also scheduled for next year to retrain and update other staff members.”
Citation Jun 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed grass and dirt on and under the pad of the diaper changing table.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 2, 2022): “The changing station was cleaned. Discussed with staff importance of getting under changing pad when cleaning diaper changing stations. Agreed that underneath will be cleaned at least twice daily.”

“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

Capacity 72 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Sep 24, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Sep 15, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Incredible Kid Academy
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 624-1314
State certificate # CER-00258919
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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.

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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