Kids Corner LLC · Tamaqua
Kids Corner LLC is a certified child care center in Tamaqua, PA, with capacity for 167 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 10 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (4 of 10). 7 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #3 of 6 centers in Tamaqua and has fewer citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the Renewal Inspection on 1/28/2026, the refrigerator in the Pre-K classroom used to store potentially hazardous foods did not have a thermometer in the refrigerator.
During the review of staff files on 1/28/2026, Staff #1 did not have a health assessment on file that was written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. See LIS code sheet.
During the Renewal Inspection on 1/28/2026, the fire drill/ fire detection log was up to date, but the log showed one previous lapse in the requirement to manually test the alarm system at least once every 30 days. The log showed that the alarm was manually tested previously on 10/9/2025 and then not again until 11/14/2025.
During the review of child files on 2/11/2026, the emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the health insurance coverage information and policy number. The emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the health insurance policy number. See LIS code sheet.
During an unannounced inspection on 10/28/2025, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service trainings required prior to caring for children unsupervised: The required pre-service health and safety training and pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.
During an unannounced inspection on 10/28/2025, Staff #2 had all required clearances on file except for the DHS FBI clearance. The FBI proof of fingerprinting receipt on file for Staff #2 dated 9/10/2025 was from the Department of Education. In addition, Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not have the completed disclosure statements on file. See LIS code sheet.
On 10/28/2025, Staff #1 did not have a health assessment completed within the previous 12 months with a tuberculosis screening on file that is required at initial employment. See LIS code sheet.
On 4/15/2025, the rest mats the older toddler classroom were not labeled for the use of any specific children.
On 4/15/2025. Child #1 did not have an initial health report on file. Child #1 also did not have an immunization report on file to show that the child has been administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. See LIS code sheet.
On 4/15/2025, the record/emergency contact information form for Child #2 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and also did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. See LIS code sheet.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $55.20 | $46.60 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $51.00 | $44.40 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $48.80 | $42.60 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $44.80 | $38.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $38.40 | $29.20 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $38.40 | $29.20 |
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 Kids Corner LLC 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 Oct 28, 2025 (supervision): “During an unannounced inspection on 10/28/2025, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service trainings required prior to caring for…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Kids Corner LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Kids Corner LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Kids Corner LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 3, effective Aug 4, 2026. 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 Kids Corner LLC compare with other daycares in Tamaqua?
It is #3 of 6 centers in Tamaqua by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Kids Corner LLC last inspected?
Jan 28, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Kids Corner LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $55.20 for infant, $51.00 for young toddler, $48.80 for older toddler, $44.80 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Kids Corner LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kids Corner 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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