KinderCare Learning Center 221
KinderCare Learning Center 221 is a certified child care center in Bristol, PA, with capacity for 108 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 3 complaint investigations. The state cited 64 violations, 12 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (23 of 64). 20 citations came in the last 12 months, including 6 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 9 centers in Bristol and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During unannounced inspection certification rep certification rep requested staff files for staff 1,2, and 3. Staff files were not on site.
11 children with 2 staff members were observed in the Toddler classroom. The age of the youngest child was 1. In the preschool classroom 22 children were observed with 2 staff members. The age of the youngest child was 3.
On 7-30-26, The young toddler classroom and the older toddler classroom were in the outdoor play space together. The young toddler classroom had 10 children, and the older toddler classroom had 12 children. The age of the youngest child was one year old.
A child was found unsupervised in the toddler classroom by another staff member.
During unannounced visit certification rep asked staff the number of children they had in the classroom. Both teachers stated they had 10. Staff in the toddler room were unaware that they had 11 children in the classroom.
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed new hire file. Staff 1 had child abuse clearance in their file but it was for volunteer. State police clearance for staff 1 stated "other" as the reason.
Health assessment for staff 1 was missing date TB was read.
Staff 1 was missing verification of childcare experience.
Staff 1 was missing 2 reference letters from their file.
NSOR for staff 2 was expired (1-15-21)
Certification rep observed cleaning solutions accessible in the bathroom in room 1. Certification rep observed diaper cream accessible in room 3.
The toilets in the room were dirty
Certification rep observed ripped mats in room 5
Rest equipment in room 1,3,4 and 5 were not labeled for the use of a specific child
Last documented fire drill was on 10-24-25.
Fee agreement for child 3 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Emergency contact for child 1,2 and 3 were missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Emergency contact for child 4 was missing health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits
Emergency contact for child 2 was missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Staff 1 had 1 reference from a family member.
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File records for Child #2 and Child #4 did not include specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released on the agreement
File records for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include the name and address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
File records for Chils # 3, Child #4 and Child #5 did not signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child
File record for Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
File records for Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training
Certification Representative observed baseboard moulding missing from wall of Classroom #5
File Records for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include health insurance coverage policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits
File Records for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
File record for Child #2 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child
File record for Child #2 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
The operator reported on May 19, 2023, child #1 crawled out of the infant into an adjoining toddler room and then into the hallway. Staff person #1 was unaware that child #1 had left the classroom. Staff person #2 discovered the child unattended in the hallway.
The operator reported on May 19, 2023, child #1 crawled out of the infant into an adjoining toddler room and then into the hallway. Staff person #1 was unaware that child #1 had left the classroom.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/2023 staff person #4 did not have verification of current Mandated Reporter's training. Staff person #7 did not have a current PA Criminal Clearance or a PA Child Abuse Clearance.
During the renewal inspection the following areas of non-compliance were observed on the outdoor PlaySpace: 1.Torn and damaged netting from sod that had been placed on the playground. 2. A large garden house causing a tripping hazard. 3. Storage bins with standing water and dirty toys. 4. The door to the shed was damaged and laying on the ground. 5.A water table with standing water and debris.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/2023 child #3 did not have a current health assessment with current immunizations.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/2023 the health assessment for child #4 was expired.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/23 medication for child #1 was not in the original box.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/2023 medication stored at the facility for child #2 was expired.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/23 staff person #6 had an expired health assessment. Staff person #7 did not have an health assessment including TB testing dates and results on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/2023 fire alarm testing was not performed and/or logged between 10/22 to 3/2/23.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/23 the operator did not verification that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/2023 the provider did not have verification of current liability insurance.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/2023 the following staff persons have not had fire safety training for over a one year period. Staff person #1 and #3.
During the renewal inspection on 3/7/2023 staff persons #2 and #4 did not have verification of the required health and safety training. (Get Started in center-based care Building Blocks for Quality). Staff person #3 did not have verification of the required health and safety training one hour update. Staff person #5 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
On 10/28/2022, the inspection revealed through staff interviews that on 10/12/2022 staff person #1 placed her legs across child #1 (torso area) to prevent child #1 from getting up off of the nap time mat.
During the unannounced inspection on 7/20/2022 a review of the fire alarm test log and fire drill log revealed that a fire drill and an alarm test had not been conducted/and or logged since 3/22/22.
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22/files provided 3/28/22 the file for staff person #1 did not include an FBI The file for staff person #2 did not include an FBI clearance. The file for staff person #3 did not include an NSOR clearance
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 the following unsafe areas were observed on the outside playground: On the toddler playground large hole under the playground and neighboring fence (where a large dog resides) were observed. Areas of soil erosion were observed on the toddler playground and on the preschool playground near the school age classroom door.
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 several of the outside steps/platforms of the exit door have damaged cement where the step has separated for the building causing a crack/hazard.
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 the following areas were observed in the outdoor playspace: 1. Damaged fence boards and damaged wire fencing (Leaving sharp areas) on the back playground 2. A plastic storage bin with standing rain water 3. A damaged air vent on the preschool playground/side of the building During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 the following areas were observed inside of the facility: 1. School age classroom - Holes in bathroom door, Missing ceiling tiles, Missing light covers for ceiling lights, damaged and dirty area rugs. 2. Air vents throughout the facility had areas of dirt and dust buildup
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 damaged paint was observed in the school age room near the window area.
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 the following areas were observed: 1. School age room - broken toys, torn books, board games with missing pieces, damaged blue couch, damaged table. 2. Outside playground (Back) tri-bikes with missing peddles. Deflated play ground balls
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 file provided 3/28/22 the file for staff person #3 did not include a staff health assessment as required.
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 files provided 3/28/22 the agreement for child #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 and #8 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 files provided 3/28/22 the emergency contact forms for child #1 #3 #6 #8 did not include home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 files provided 3/28/22 the emergency contact form for child # 5 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 files provided 3/28/22 the emergency contact forms for child 33 #5#6#7#8 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 file provided 3/28/22 the file for staff persons #2 #3 did not include verification of education as required.
During the renewal inspection on 3/22/22 file provided 3/28/22 the file for staff person #3 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
On 2/2/22 The operator verified that children who tested positive for covid 19 were allowed to return to care at the facility without obtaining a negative covid test or notification from a physician or a CRNP that the child is no longer considered a threat to the health of others.
On 2/2/22 The operator verified that Staff who tested positive for Covid 19 were allowed to return to care at the facility without obtaining a negative Covid test or notification from a physician or a CRNP that the child is no longer considered a threat to the health of others.
During the inspection on 11/9/2021 a review of the fire alarm test log revealed that the fire alarm had not been tested/and or recorded on the log since 4/23/21.
During the inspection on 11/9/2021 Staff person #1 was observed providing care for preschool children at nap time. The children were placed in areas behind shelf units and tables that blocked the direct supervision of staff person #1. During the inspection on 11/9/2021 the child #1 (Toddler) Child # 2(Preschool child) and Child #3(Preschool child) were observed at naptime, sleeping with their blankets completely coving their heads including the face area in three separate classroom areas.
During the inspection on 11/9/2021 preschool children were observed sleeping on nap mats that did not have two feet of space on three sides.
“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.
Enforcement actions
Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $90.00 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $86.00 | $64.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $81.00 | $61.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $77.00 | $58.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $72.00 | $50.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $72.00 | $50.00 |
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 KinderCare Learning Center 221 had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 12 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 Jul 30, 2026 (staff ratios): “11 children with 2 staff members were observed in the Toddler classroom. The age of the youngest child was 1. In the preschool classroom 22 children were observed with 2 staff members. The age of the youngest child was…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about KinderCare Learning Center 221?
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 KinderCare Learning Center 221’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4 (accredited), effective Mar 10, 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 KinderCare Learning Center 221 compare with other daycares in Bristol?
It is #8 of 9 centers in Bristol by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was KinderCare Learning Center 221 last inspected?
Aug 18, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does KinderCare Learning Center 221 cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $90.00 for infant, $86.00 for young toddler, $81.00 for older toddler, $77.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs KinderCare Learning Center 221?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is KUEHG Corporation.
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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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