Kiddie Korner Child Development Center
Kiddie Korner Child Development Center is a certified child care center in Beaver, PA, with capacity for 110 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 56 violations, 9 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (15 of 56). 23 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #19 of 39 centers in Beaver County and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The current PA State Police clearance for staff #1 is dated 3/5/25, which is more than 60 months after the previous clearance that is dated 3/2/20. The current child abuse clearance for staff #1 is dated 3/15/25, which is more than 60 months after the previous clearance that is dated 3/3/20. The current PA State Police clearance for staff #2 is dated 3/4/25, which is more than 60 months after the previous clearance that is dated 3/2/20. The current PA State Police clearance for staff #5 is dated 3/4/25, which is more than 60 months after the previous clearance that is dated 3/2/20. The current child abuse clearance for staff #5 is dated 3/12/25, which is more than 60 months after the previous clearance that is dated 3/3/20. The current child abuse clearance for staff #2 is dated 3/15/25, which is more than 60 months after the previous clearance that is dated 3/13/25. Mandated reporter training for staff #4 is dated 11/6/25, which is more than 90 days after the staff person's date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
The kitchen, which was unlocked at the time of inspection, contained sharp knives and scissors in several drawers that were accessible to children.
Neither the emergency plan, nor instructions to access it, were posted at the facility in a conspicuous location.
The kitchen, which was unlocked at the time of inspection and accessible to children contained multiple cleaning solutions including Resolve carpet cleaner, bleach, Fabuloso, Lysol, Tide Pods, and dishwasher soap pods.
In the older toddler space (last door on left at end of hallway), the baseboard heating register had sharp vents exposed, creating a potential hazard.
Peeling paint was observed on the radiator on the stage area in the Big Hall, on the backside of the second column on the left wall of the Big Hall, and on the white trim on the doors of the shed in the outdoor play space.
The door to the kitchen was unlocked at the time of inspection, and there were several drawers and cabinets containing plastic grocery bags and Ziploc-type bags that were accessible to children.
In the infant room, a crib in use lacked 2 feet of space on three sides.
The current health assessment for child #2 (see LIS code sheet) is dated 9/25/24, which is more than 12 months ago. The current health assessment for child #3 (see LIS code sheet) is dated 4/2/26 which is more than 12 months after the previous health assessment that is dated 2/13/24.
The current health assessment for staff #2, dated 6/19/24, states that the person is not suitable to work in childcare.
The breakfast menu was not posted in a conspicuous location.
The capacity for the young toddler room is 9, and at the time of inspection care was provided for 10 children in the space.
An annual emergency drill was not documented and on file at the facility.
Testing of the fire-detection system exceeded 30 days between 11/11/25-12/19/25.
The current fire safety training for staff #1 is dated 3/11/26, which is more than 12 months after the previous training that is dated 1/8/25.
The health and safety training for staff #3 is dated 1/13/25 (Part 1) and 1/14/25 (Part 2). Both dates are more than 90 days after the staff person's date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The pediatric first aid and CPR training for staff #3 is dated 1/20/25, which is more than 90 days after the staff person's date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
The emergency contact information for child #1 and child #2 did not include a work telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Staff #2 has a PA State Police clearance dated 8/18/25, a DHS FBI clearance dated 10/16/25, and an NSOR certificate dated 9/1/25. The dates on each of the listed clearances are after the date of hire for staff #2 (see LIS code sheet). Staff #2 has mandated reporter training dated 10/16/25, which is more than 90 days after the date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff #2 has a disclosure statement dated 9/1/25, which is after the date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Staff person #3 does not have a current DHS FBI clearance or NSOR certificate on file.
Staff #1 and staff #3 have not completed emergency plan training at time of hire (see LIS code sheet) Staff person #2 has emergency plan training dated 9/1/25, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)
The current health assessment for staff #2 is dated 10/8/25, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The current health assessment for staff #4 is dated 7/21/23, which is more than 24 months ago. The current health assessment for staff #5 is dated 8/25/23, which is more than 24 months ago.
The negative result for the tuberculosis test for staff #2 is dated 10/13/25, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The negative result for the tuberculosis test for staff #3 is dated 8/15/25, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Staff persons #1 and #3 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training.
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It was observed in the infant room that an infant was sleeping in a bouncer seat, which is not a safe sleep position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
The fire drill log on file contained the last fire drill conducted on 3/27/25. Which is more than 60 days ago.
Staff persons #1, #2, #3, #5, and #6 do not have current mandated reporter training. Staff person #4 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The current Child Abuse and NSOR clearances for staff person #6 are dated more than 60 months after the dates of the previous clearances. The current Child Abuse clearance is dated 3/15/24 and the previous is dated 3/2/20. The current NSOR is dated 3/27/25 and the previous is dated 12/16/19.
The sink cabinet in the bathroom off the Big Hall childcare space was unlocked and contained cleaning materials (Scrubbing Bubbles bathroom cleaner and Clorox wipes) that were accessible to children.
A water dispenser accessible to children in the Big Hall childcare space included an option to dispense hot water. The temperature of the water was tested and was observed to be 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
The updated health assessments for child #2 and child #3, both preschoolers, are dated more than 12 months after the initial health assessments. The initial assessment for child #2 is dated 7/27/22 and the updated assessment is dated 2/29/24. The initial assessment for child #3 is dated 4/14/21 and the updated assessment is dated 8/23/22. The current health assessments for child #2 and child #3 were completed more than 12 months ago.
The negative results of the Mantoux tuberculosis test for staff person #7 is dated 11/4/22, which is more than 12 months prior to the staff person's documented date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the home and work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The health assessment on file for staff person #7 is dated 2/25/25, which is after the staff person's documented date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
The file for Staff #1 (see IS Code Sheet) contained Applications for FBI Clearance dated 11.19.24, a Child Abuse Clearance dated 11.18.24, and a State Police Clearance dated 11.18.24, which was following initial service with children.
In Room A, the Infant Room, there was one (1) staff with six (6) infants, and the staff:child ratio is 1:4. In Room C, the Older Toddler Room, there was one (1) staff with seven (7) older toddlers, and the staff:child ratio is 1:6.
There were foam blocks with bite marks in them observed in the 3 and 4 year old classrooms. This poses a choking hazard.
There was a inhaler and anti-itch cream that were lacking written parental consent for administration.
The 4 year old Preschool room was lacking a posted daily schedule.
The file for Child #1 contained an agreement form that was lacking the persons to whom the child can be released.
The file for Child #2 contained an Agreement form that was lacking the child's admission date.
Staff person #4, 5, 7, 8, 9 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4, 5, 7, 8, 9- does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 2/27/20.
The file for Staff #4 contained a state police clearance that was still pending.
In the 4 year old preschool room there was a missing outlet cover near the radio.
The file for Child #2, who is a young toddler age child contained a health assessment that was obtained more than 6 months ago.
The file for Child #3, who is a preschool age child contained a health assessment form that was obtained more than 12 months ago.
The file for Child #2 contained an immunization record that showed 3 of the 4 doses of DTAP, and 1 of the 2 doses of Hepatitis A. The file for Child #3 contained an immunization record that showed 3 of 4 doses of DTaP, 2 of 3-4 doses of HIB, 2 of 4 doses of Pneumococcal, and 0 doses of 2 of Hepatitis A. And the file for Child #4 contained an immunization record that was lacking the annual influenza vaccine.
The file for Staff #4 contained a health assessment that was conducted more than 12 months prior to the staff's start date.
The file for Staff #4 contained a TB test that was conducted more than 12 months prior to the staff's start date.
The files for Staff #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,8, and 9 all contained pediatric first aid and CPR that was not an approved curriculum or approved provider.
The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the parent's work address and phone number.
The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking written parental consent for emergency medical care.
The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking written signed parental consent form the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
In the 3 year old preschool classroom Peeling paint and plaster were observed above the green chair with the purple pillow.
The file for Child #2 who is 6 months old contained an immunization record that was lacking one dose of Hepatitis B, one dose of rotavirus, two doses of DTAP, one dose of HIB, 2 doses of Pneumococcal and one dose of Polio.
In the Young Toddler Classroom there was a tube of Desitin that had an expiration date of December 2021.
The file for Child #1 who is a school age child is lacking a health assessment at the start of Kindergarten.
“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) | $36.95 | $27.71 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $36.95 | $27.71 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $36.95 | $27.71 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $36.95 | $27.71 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $36.95 | $27.71 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $36.95 | $27.71 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $36.95 | $27.71 |
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.
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Common questions
Has Kiddie Korner Child Development Center 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 Apr 14, 2026 (background checks): “The current PA State Police clearance for staff #1 is dated 3/5/25, which is more than 60 months after the previous clearance that is dated 3/2/20. The current child abuse clearance for staff #1 is dated 3/15/25, which…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Kiddie Korner Child Development Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Kiddie Korner Child Development Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Kiddie Korner Child Development Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Sep 30, 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 Kiddie Korner Child Development Center compare with other daycares in Beaver County?
It is tied for #19 of 39 centers in Beaver 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 Kiddie Korner Child Development Center last inspected?
Apr 14, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Kiddie Korner Child Development Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $36.95 for newborn, $36.95 for infant, $36.95 for young toddler, $36.95 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Kiddie Korner Child Development Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kiddie Korner Child Development Center.
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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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