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KCE Champions LLC at Drums Elementary

85 S Old Turnpike Rd, Drums, PA 18222 · Luzerne County

1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Part of KCE Champions · 46 Pennsylvania locations

KCE Champions LLC at Drums Elementary is a certified child care center in Drums, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 26 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 26). 8 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #60 of 102 centers in Luzerne County and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 51% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical

Tied for #60 of 102 centers in Luzerne County

2 Core-safety citations

24 Other citations

5 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

26 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 8 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 20, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 10

Training & qualifications 5

Emergency preparedness 5

Health & medication 4

Background checks 2

Citations, newest first

Core safety Feb 20, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2026 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of the NSOR certificate and mandated reporter training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “Provider's plan of correction is having staff members do mandated reporter training and receive NSOR certificate upon hire and first day of working.”

Citation Feb 20, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Director qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(ii)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2026 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “Provider's plan of correction is to complete staff verification sheet and document at least two years of experience for staff #1.”

Citation Feb 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2026 observed child #1, #2, #3, and #5's agreement was not signed by the operator. Observed child #3's agreement was not signed by the parent.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “Child #1, #2, #3, and #5 are no longer attending as of 2/16/2026.”

Citation Feb 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(4)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2026 observed child #3's record did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “Child #3 has been disenrolled from program since 2/16/2026.”

Citation Feb 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)/3270.182(6)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2026 observed child #3's record did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff, transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “Child #3 has been disenrolled from the program since 2/16/2026.”

Citation Feb 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2026 observed staff person #1's record did not include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2026): “Provider's plan of correction is to provide documentation showing staff member has physical exam and tuberculosis medical exam done within the year.”

Citation Feb 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2026 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “Provider's plan of correction is to provide documentation showing staff member has two written, non-family references in their file.”

Citation Feb 20, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2026 observed staff person #1 did not complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “The provider plan of correction is to ensure all staff have their CPR within 90 days of hire.”

Citation Feb 25, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2025 observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of emergency plan training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Provider will ensure that training will be updated and in staff file once completed.”

Citation Feb 25, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2025 observed the facility did not have verification of completion of an emergency drill.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “Provider will ensure that emergency drill is completed with staff and in staff files.”

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Citation Feb 25, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2025 observed the last file drill conducted by the facility was on 11/25/2024.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Provider will ensure that fire drills are done once a month to ensure fire safety is conducted and document when drills happen in fire drill log.”

Citation Feb 25, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(1)(iii)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2025 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of completion of annual 12 clock hours of child care training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “Provider will make sure staff documents are filed in staff files when updated and completed.”

Citation Feb 25, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2025 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of up-to-date fire safety training. The last fire safety training on file is dated 3/3/2023.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Provider will ensure that fire drills are conducted monthly and documented on fire drill log in emergency binder.”

Citation Feb 6, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)

The health report on file for child # 1 is not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2024): “Provider asked parent to obtain a physician signature for the child's health report.”

Citation Feb 6, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Child's health history/Child's allergies 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(1)/3270.131(d)(2)

The health report on file for child # 1 does not include a review of the child's health history or information about the child's allergies, if any.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2024): “Provider asked parent to have the health report taken to the doctor and have ALL sections completed including child's allergies. A copy was sent to the cert rep and "none" was listed for child allergies.”

Citation Feb 6, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)

The health information on file for child # 1 does not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2024): “Provider asked parent of the child to have the health report taken to the doctor and have all sections completed including if the child can participate in childcare. A copy was sent to the cert rep and the option "yes" was marked off.”

Citation Feb 6, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)

There was no documentation on file that the current emergency plan was sent to the county emergency management agency.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2024): “Provider sent the emergency plan and routes to county emergency management agency and has submitted receipt of it to cert rep”

Citation Feb 6, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Staff # 1 and 2 did not complete annual fire safety training as evidenced by their most recent certificates of training. Staff # 1 last completed fire safety on 8/31/22 and staff # 2 last completed fire safety on 12/15/22.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2024): “Staff immediately did the proper fire and safety for 2024 to maintain compliance.”

Citation May 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)

The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not have the address of the physician.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2023): “Made sure all these items were filled in.”

Citation May 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not have the release persons address.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2023): “Make sure all missing information is filled in correctly.”

Citation May 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)

The written means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions is not displayed in the childcare space or emergency bag.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2023): “Made written plan for transportation of a child if emergency care is needed.”

Core safety Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

Staff person # 2 does not have a child abuse clearance, FBI clearance, or NSOR verification on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2023): “Staff person # 2 resigned and another staff was hired with all clearances on file.”

Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)

There is no emergency plan on file at the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2023): “The director will create an emergency plan that is specific to the location.”

Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

Staff persons #1 and #2 do not have a valid health assessment and TB screening on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2023): “Staff # 1 will provide a valid health assessment and TB test results. Staff # 2 resigned, and another staff was hired with a complete file.”

Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

There is no proof of education and experience on file for staff person # 2.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2023): “Staff person # 2 resigned and a new staff was hired with a complete file.”

Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

There are no written non family references on file for staff person # 2.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2023): “Staff person # 2 resigned, a new staff was hired with a complete file.”

“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
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.)	$29.00	$29.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.)	$29.00	$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

Capacity —

Certificate status Regular

Certificate valid through May 26, 2027

Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jun 2, 2023 · what STARS means

Operator Kce Champions LLC

Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–8:30 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare

Phone (272) 600-1230

State certificate # CER-00256733

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Common questions

Has KCE Champions LLC at Drums Elementary 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 Feb 20, 2026 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/20/2026 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of the NSOR certificate and mandated reporter training.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about KCE Champions LLC at Drums Elementary?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at KCE Champions LLC at Drums Elementary since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is KCE Champions LLC at Drums Elementary’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jun 2, 2023. 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 KCE Champions LLC at Drums Elementary compare with other daycares in Luzerne County?

It is tied for #60 of 102 centers in Luzerne County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was KCE Champions LLC at Drums Elementary last inspected?

Feb 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does KCE Champions LLC at Drums Elementary cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $29.00 for young school-age, $29.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs KCE Champions LLC at Drums Elementary?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kce Champions 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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