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KCE Champions LLC at Freeland Elem Middle School

400 Alvin St, Freeland, PA 18224 · Luzerne County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1
Part of KCE Champions · 46 Pennsylvania locations

KCE Champions LLC at Freeland Elem Middle School is a certified child care center in Freeland, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 33 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (9 of 33). 14 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #78 of 102 centers in Luzerne County and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 65% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#78 of 102 centers in Luzerne County
3 Core-safety citations
30 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
33 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 14 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 22, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jan 22, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 1, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Jan 26, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 9
Emergency preparedness 8
Records & paperwork 8
Health & medication 4
Background checks 3
Other standards 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 had a copy of their Child Abuse, DHS FBI, and NSOR Clearances on file. However, each copy was illegible and blurry, and as a result, these clearances were unable to be verified properly. Also, Staff #3 did not have a completed disclosure statement on file at the facility. During the Renewal Inspection on 1/22/26, Staff #3 was observed having routine interaction and direct contact with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “1. The operator will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A staff person's record will include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed…”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
There was no proof on file that Staff #3 received emergency plan training at the time of initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Staff #3 has documented proof on file that they completed emergency plan training.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The most recent health assessment on file for Staff #1 was dated 2/8/23. Staff #1 was required to complete an updated health assessment by 2/2025. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff #2 was dated 10/14/23. Staff #2 was required to complete an updated health assessment by 10/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “provider's plan of correction is to get a copy of heath assessment that was conducted in february of 2025. Staff #1 and Staff #2 will obtain an updated health assessment.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility did not provide proof that the emergency plan on file included accommodations for children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Provider's plan of correction is to send over plan of action care for children with Epipens. The emergency plan on file now includes accommodations for children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
Fire drills were not conducted at least once every 60 days as evidenced by the following fire drill logs that were on file: 1/17/25 to 9/17/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Provider's plan of correction is to conduct fire drills every 60 days and log. The facility is currently compliant.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(d)(5)
The file for Child #5 did not include a health assessment or immunizations and there was no letter of exemption on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Provider's plan of correction is to make sure a health assessment is brought in as soon as possible and required immunizations report. The health assessment and immunizations report will be current/valid.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
There was no proof on file that staff person #3 completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see code sheet for first day with children): Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “provider's plan of correction is provider has scheduled CPR/Pediatic first Aid training 2/24/2026 Staff #3 will be supervised at a minimum by an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised until they complete the required training.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed /Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(3)
The agreement on file for Child #2, which was dated 9/28/25, was not signed by the operator. The agreement on file for Child #4 did not specify the services to be provided to the family and the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “provider's plan of correction is to sign the agreement for Child #2. Also, the agreement on file for Child #4 now specifies the services to be provided to the family and the child.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times/Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(6)
The agreement on file for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #4's did not specify each child's departure times. The agreement on file for Child #2 and Child #4 did not specify each child's arrival times. The agreement on file for Child #5 did not include an admission date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Provider's plan of correction is to put the arrival and departure times on the agreements for each child. Also, the agreement on file for Child #5 now includes an admission date.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)
On 1/22/26, a renewal inspection was conducted. After the inspection, several follow-up emails were sent requesting the paperwork that was missing for review. As of 1/30/26, the emergency contact form for child #5 was still not provided to the Department.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Emergency Contact form was printed from database and sent to certification rep.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact information on file for Child #1 did not include a parent's work phone number or the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “The file for Child #1 now includes the parent's work phone number and the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.182(8)
Child #3 and Child #4 withdrew from the facility (see code sheet for new admission dates). As of the Renewal Inspection on 1/22/26, the emergency contact forms on file were from a previous admission and each child's parent did not sign an updated emergency contact form. Also, there was no updated fee agreements signed for Child #3 and Child #4.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Child #3 and Child #4 now have updated emergency contact forms and fee agreements on file that were fully completed, signed, reviewed, and dated by a parent.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The record for Staff #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Provider's plan of correction is to print off and send in second letter that is on file since staff members date of hire on 2/9/23.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Staff #1 had two hours of annual child care trainings on file, and not the required 12 clock hours of child care trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2026): “Provider's plan of correction is to have all copies of training's done throughout the year that all staff have completed to maintain hours. Staff #1 will make up the remaining training hours if they do not have proof that they already completed the 12 hours of annual childcare trainings during…”
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Core safety Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #2 (see code sheet for date of hire) had a Child Abuse Clearance on file dated 10/2/23, which is after the staff began working. There was no proof on file showing that the DHS FBI Clearance had been requested prior to the staff working with children, and the Child Abuse Clearance was required to be completed and on file prior to working at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2025): “Staff #2 has a current/valid Child Abuse Clearance and DHS FBI Clearance on file.”
Citation Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The only emergency plan training on file for Staff #1 and #2 (see code sheet for date of hire) was dated 11/13/24. Both staff should have received initial emergency plan training within 90 days of their hire date. The only emergency plan training on file for Staff #4 was dated 3/13/23. This was required to be done annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2025): “Site Director will place every staff document provided in the correct location for no misplacement. Staff #1 and #2 have current emergency plan training. Staff #4 completed updated emergency plan training.”
Citation Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
Staff #1 (see code sheet for date of hire) had a health assessment on file dated 11/8/23, but it did not include an initial tuberculosis screening test. Staff #1 had a tuberculosis screening test on file dated 9/2/2022, but it was completed more than 12 months prior to initial service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2025): “Staff #1 had a current tuberculosis screening test completed and the results are on file.”
Citation Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Hypothetical locations 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(4)
The fire drill log that was on file was observed to have the same hypothetical location of the fire (i.e. stage) for four consecutive fire drills that occurred on 12/13/23, 1/30/24, 2/23/24, and 3/26/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2025): “The site Director conducted a fire drill and the hypothetical location of the fire was different than what was previously documented. The January fire drill log, showing the different hypothetical location of the fire, is on file at the facility.”
Citation Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
There was no proof on file showing that the emergency plan had been sent to the local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2025): “Site Director has printed a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency and place it in the Licensing Binder. The emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and proof of this is on file.”
Citation Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff #1 had fire safety trainings on file dated 11/12/23 and 1/7/25 and Staff #2 had fire safety trainings on file dated 9/28/23 and 1/7/25. More than a year had lapsed between the trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2025): “Site Director will make sure all staff have the correct resources to take the fire and safety training annually. Staff #1 and #2 have current fire safety trainings on file.”
Citation Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #3 had not completed the following required pre-service trainings within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR, 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, Feb 18, 2025): “Site Director has printed out every training that is given and filed it to the correct location. A CPR instructor has been reached out to and we are placing a date for training. Staff #3 will complete Pediatric First Aid/CPR, PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and PA…”
Citation Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person #2 completed mandated reporter training on 1/26/24, which was not within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2025): “Site Director has noted the LIS code sheet and will make sure all new hiring staff will complete their mandated reporter training within the first 90 days. Staff person #2 has a current mandated reporter training on file.”
Citation Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The files for Staff #2 and #4 did not contain any staff evaluations, and they have been employed for more than 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2025): “Site Director has printed out staff evaluations templates for staff members. Verbal communications for evaluations are conducted every year by the Area Manager and Site Director. Site Director will be written and filed. Evaluations were completed for Staff #2 and #4. The evaluations are in each…”
Citation Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The agreement on file for Child #1, #2, and #3 did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2025): “Site Director has given parents the agreement on file and written the services included to the family and the child. A new signature was made and dated.”
Citation Jan 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Staff #1 had 11 hours and 30 minutes of annual child care training on file, and not the required 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2025): “Staff #1 was notified of the missing training and has completed her 12 hours of annual training on pakeys. Once it was completed, it was filed in the appropriate staff binder.”
Citation Jan 17, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP/Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)/3270.131(d)(7)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/17/24. Child #1 and #2 have only health visit summaries dated 9/20/22 and 9/6/23 in the children's files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Site director will contact child #1 and #2's parents to obtain health assessments. Credential will be added to the children's file.”
Citation Jan 17, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/17/24. Staff person #1 did not completed the health and safety 1 hour update. The training was required to be completed by 12/30/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Staff person #1 has completed the 1-hour health and safety training. Credential was added to the file.”
Citation Jan 17, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/17/24. Staff person #2 does not have pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum. Staff person #2 did not complete the center-based health and safety training. (Please see code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Staff person #2 completed the health and safety training and the credential was added to the file. Staff person #2 will complete a PQAS approved pediatric first aid/CPR training. Until the pediatric first aid/CPR training is completed, staff person #2 will be supervised.”
Citation Jan 17, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/17/24. 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 childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Site director has paired with area manager to process the emergency transportation and staffing provisions. This has been posted in the facility.”
Core safety Jan 26, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Facility staff # 1 is the director and does not have a NSOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 22, 2023): “Staff #1 will not be permitted to work in ratio with children until all staff clearances including their NSOR is received and cleared.”
Citation Jan 26, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The emergency plan does not have accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 22, 2023): “The emergency plan will have and describe accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Jan 26, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
The emergency plan was not approved and sent to the local emergency management agency and local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 22, 2023): “The emergency plan will be approved and sent to the local emergency management agency and local municipality before posting in the facility.”
Citation Jan 26, 2023 Inspection Other standards
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
There is no daily schedule for the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 22, 2023): “The daily schedule will be posted on the family communication board everyday for viewing.”

“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 Apr 22, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Sep 1, 2023 · what STARS means
Operator Kce Champions LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–8:30 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 317-4193
State certificate # CER-00253147
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Common questions

Has KCE Champions LLC at Freeland Elem Middle School had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Jan 22, 2026 (background checks): “Staff #1 had a copy of their Child Abuse, DHS FBI, and NSOR Clearances on file. However, each copy was illegible and blurry, and as a result, these clearances were unable to be verified properly. Also, Staff #3 did not…” 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 Freeland Elem Middle School?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at KCE Champions LLC at Freeland Elem Middle School 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 Freeland Elem Middle School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Sep 1, 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 Freeland Elem Middle School compare with other daycares in Luzerne County?

It is #78 of 102 centers in Luzerne County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was KCE Champions LLC at Freeland Elem Middle School last inspected?

Jan 22, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does KCE Champions LLC at Freeland Elem Middle School 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 Freeland Elem Middle School?

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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