Just Kiddin LLC
Just Kiddin LLC is a certified child care center in Hazleton, PA, with capacity for 50 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 11 times and confirmed violations in 3 complaint investigations. The state cited 49 violations, 9 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (18 of 49). 4 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 10 centers in Hazleton and has fewer citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/18/2026 observed that staff person #2's health assessments on file dated 7/8/2021, 7/8/2023, and 7/11/2025 appeared to have had the dates altered. Certification representative spoke with the physician's office and the office confirmed that staff person #2 was not seen as a patient on those dates. The health assessments for staff person #2 are fraudulent and not valid. Staff person #2 did not have other valid health assessments on file.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/18/2026 observed that staff person #3's file did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/18/2026 observed that staff person #1 and #2's files did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/18/2026 observed child #1 and #2's agreements did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/28/25 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of emergency plan training at the time of initial employment.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/28/25 observed the facility's excursion first-aid kit did not contain a bottle of water.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/28/25 observed staff person #1's fire safety training on file expired. It is dated 3/11/2024. Corrected 3/31/2025.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/28/25 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Observed child #1 and #2's emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/28/25 observed the written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency medical care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in every child care space.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/28/25 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of completion of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
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During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 12/12/2024 observed a child sleeping in a bouncy chair.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 12/12/2024 observed classrooms 1 and 2 did not have a written plan of daily activities and routines posted in the group space.
A hole in the bathroom wall was observed behind the door where the doorknob hits the wall.
The emergency contact forms on file for children # 1 and 2 do not have the enrolling parent's work address.
Staff persons #1 and 2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #1 and 2 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Staff person # 1 is missing 10-hour health and safety and staff person # 2 is missing mandated reporter and 10-hour health and safety.
During a file review on 7/19/23, there was no NSOR verification on file for staff person # 3 - see code sheet for DOH. There was no FBI clearance or proof of fingerprints being taken on file for staff person # 2 - see code sheet for DOH.
Staff person # 3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid.
The molding along the baseboard in the infant room is peeling.
There are play mats used for climbing in the toddler room with torn edges, which makes them unable to be properly sanitized. There is a little tikes climber in the indoor play area with cracks creating pinch points on the blue bridge area.
The health report for child # 1 does not have a review of the child's health history.
The health reports on file for child # 4 does not include a statement of the child's allergies. The health reports on file for children # 1, 2, and 4 do not include a statement or list of current medications.
Staff person # 3 did not receive annual fire safety training in 2022.
The most recent staff evaluation on file for staff person # 4, is dated 2/2022 and is older than 12 months. Staff person # 6 did not receive a 12 month evaluation since their start date.
The agreement on file for child # 1 is not signed by the operator.
The agreements on file for children # 1 and 2 do not have the fee amount or the date the fee is to be paid.
The agreement on file for child # 1 does not have the services provided.
The agreement on file for child # 5 does not have the release persons.
The agreements on file for children # 1, 2, and 5 do not have the child's start date.
The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not have the physician's address. The emergency contact forms on file for children # 4 and 5 do not have the phone number of the physician.
The emergency contact form on file for child # 3 does not have the enrolling parent's work address.
The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not have the health insurance name.
The emergency contact forms for children # 2 and 5 were last reviewed and signed by the parent 4/22, the agreements were last signed by the parent 10/21.
There is not a valid HS diploma on file for staff person # 1.
There are no written non family references on file for staff persons # 2, and 5. There is only one written non family reference on file for staff persons # 1 and 6.
Staff person # 1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Getting Started with Center Based Care, 10 hour health and safety training.
During an unannounced visit, cert rep observed staff person # 1 out of ratio. Staff person # 1 had a group with 3 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers, and 2 preschool children. This group of children would have required a minimum of 2 staff.
On 1/4/23, child # 1 was injured at the facility and taken by the parent to an urgent care facility. As of 1/9/23, the operator did not report this to the regional office.
During an unannounced monitoring visit, fire alarm test logs were observed to be out of compliance. More than 30 days passed between fire alarm tests logged on 10/1/22 and 11/11/22.
Child # 1 was injured at the facility on 1/4/23, the parent was not given a written report on the date of the incident.
Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Getting Started with Center Based Care.
Renewal Inspection was conducted on 6/1/2022. Staff #1, the owner was present was for the inspection. Staff #1 had an expired child abuse clearance on file dated 12/27/2016. Staff #2 had current clearances on file at the time of the inspection, but the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file for Staff #2 was dated 4/15/2022. There was not any proof on file on 6/1/2022 to show that Staff #2 applied for the NSOR clearance prior to working at the facility. (See code sheet for date of hire).
During an unannounced inspection on 3/22/2022, Staff #1 was observed working with a mixed age group of 5 children. One of the children was an infant, three of the children were young toddlers and one child was preschool aged. The required staff to child ratio for this mixed group is 1 staff to 4 children. This amount of children would require 2 staff.
During an unannounced inspection on 3/22/2022, Child #1 was observed to walk out of the area where the preschool group was located to use the bathroom at the back of the room, closing the door. This bathroom is located in an area of the classroom where the staff person was unable to properly supervise the child using the restroom and the group of children assigned to the staff at the same time. Staff #2 could not see Child #1 while the Child #1 was in the bathroom.
During an unannounced inspection at the facility on 3/31/2022, Staff #3 admitted that she has previously strapped Child #2, age 3, in a highchair for 5 to 10 minutes. Staff #3 admitted that she has done this multiple times. Staff #3 stated that Child #2 has been placed in the highchair to keep the other children safe and for him to calm down.
During an unannounced inspection on 3/22/2022, Staff #1 reported that the infants are fed baby cereal as requested by the parent. However, this request was not obtained in writing from the parents.
During an unannounced inspection on 3/22/2022, the facility did not have an accident file to maintain the second copy of reports for accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility.
The previous facility director left the position in early May of 2021. There has not been a director on staff as of 5/12/2021 up until the current date of 3/31/2022. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/8/2021, but was not implemented by the expiration date of 7/16/2021 for the previous certificate of compliance for the facility. A 1st Provisional Certificate of Compliance was issued from 7/16/2021 to 1/16/2022. On 7/18/2021, the owner provided a name and a partial file for a new director. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 7/19/2021. However, this plan was not implemented. On 11/2/2021, a complete file for a qualified director still had not been provided to the Certification Representative. The owner reported on 11/2/2021 that she was still looking for a qualified director. An acceptable plan was received on 11/2/2021, but was not implemented by the correction date of 12/2/2021. An acceptable plan was received on 12/6/2021, but was not implemented by the correction date of 1/31/2022. The facility was issued a 2nd Provisional Certificate of Compliance from 12/6/2021 to 6/6/2022. As of 2/14/2022, a complete file for a qualified director still had not…
The previous facility director left the position in early May of 2021. There has not been a director on staff as of 5/12/2021 up until the current date of 12/6/2021. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/8/2021, but was not implemented by the expiration date of 7/16/2021 for the previous certificate of compliance for the facility. A 1st Provisional Certificate of Compliance was issued from 7/16/2021 to 1/16/2022. On 7/18/2021, the owner provided a name and a partial file for a new director. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 7/19/2021. However, this plan was not implemented. On 11/2/2021, a complete file for a qualified director still had not been provided to the Certification Representative. The owner reported on 11/2/2021 that she was still looking for a qualified director. An acceptable plan was received on 11/2/2021, but was not implemented by the correction date of 12/2/2021. An acceptable plan was again received on 12/6/2021, but was not implemented by the correction date of 1/31/2022. The facility was issued a 2nd Provisional Certificate of Compliance from 12/6/2021 to 6/6/2022. As of 2/14/2022, a complete file for a qualified director still has…
The previous facility director left the position in early May of 2021. There has not been a director on staff as of 5/12/2021 up until the current date of 12/6/2021. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/8/2021, but was not implemented by the expiration date of 7/16/2021 for the previous certificate of compliance for the facility. A Provisional Certificate of Compliance was issued from 7/16/2021 to 1/16/2022. On 7/18/2021, the owner provided a name and a partial file for a new director. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 7/19/2021. However, this plan was not implemented. On 11/2/2021, a complete file for a qualified director still had not been provided to the Certification Representative. The owner reported on 11/2/2021 that she was still looking for a qualified director. An acceptable plan was received on 11/2/2021, but was not implemented by the correction date of 12/2/2021.
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $46.80 | $43.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $46.80 | $43.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $43.80 | $40.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $42.00 | $38.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $39.60 | $35.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $35.60 | $29.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $35.60 | $29.00 |
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 Just Kiddin LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 9 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 Mar 18, 2026 (child protection): “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/18/2026 observed that staff person #2's health assessments on file dated 7/8/2021, 7/8/2023, and 7/11/2025 appeared to have had the dates altered. Certification…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Just Kiddin LLC?
Pennsylvania lists 3 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Just Kiddin LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jun 10, 2022. 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 Just Kiddin LLC compare with other daycares in Hazleton?
It is #8 of 10 centers in Hazleton by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Just Kiddin LLC last inspected?
Mar 18, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Just Kiddin LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $46.80 for newborn, $46.80 for infant, $43.80 for young toddler, $42.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Just Kiddin LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Just Kiddin 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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