KinderCare Learning Centers · Downingtown
KinderCare Learning Centers is a certified child care center in Downingtown, PA, with capacity for 143 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 24 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (8 of 24). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #16 of 23 centers in Downingtown and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the renewal inspection on 4/3/26, in the Discovery Preschool A Room, there was an unused electrical outlet that did not have a protective receptacle cover.
During the renewal inspection on 4/3/26, in the School Age outside play area, there was a sensory table that was collapsed and in poor repair with exposed bolts.
During the renewal inspection on 4/24/25, the outside play area had an infestation of bees (15+) in the outside play area.
During the renewal inspection on 4/24/25, in the DPS Room, the children's blue leather couch was peeling and in poor repair posing a hazard to the children.
During the renewal inspection on 3/29/24, staff persons #1 and #2 were not able to identify the specific children assigned to them.
During the renewal inspection on 3/29/24, the emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location for the parents to see.
During the renewal inspection on 3/29/24, Toddler Room B and Pre-K B was being used for storage and was not set up for childcare.
During the renewal inspection on 3/29/24, there was excess debris on and under the mattress for the changing station in the Toddlers Room.
During the renewal inspection on 3/29/24, the pick-up and drop-off procedure was not posted conspicuously for parents to see.
During the renewal inspection on 3/29/24, the child record and the facility persons' records were not in a locked cabinet.
During the renewal inspection on 3/29/24, the certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location for the parents to see.
It was observed during the inspection that child 1's physical did not state if they were free from communicable disease and able to participate in child care.
It was observed when reviewing the files that Staff 1 did not have proof of a health assessment nor the results of a TB test at the time of inspection.
During the inspection of the files, it was observed that staff 2 had 2 references written by family members.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A WALKTHROUGH OF THE FACILITY. IN THE KINDERGARTEN CLASSROOM THE FIRST AID KIT DID NOT CONTAIN TAPE. (IMPLEMENTED ONSITE)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE EMERGENCY PLAN AND THERE WERE NO ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES OR CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILTY FILES, IT DID NOT CONTAIN A COPY OF THE SAFETY ROUTES FOR THE LOCAL TRAFFIC SAFETY AUTHORITIES. WHEN THE CERTIFICATION ASKED THE PROVIDER, THEY STATED THEY DID NOT HAVE ONE.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY'S FILES, IT DID NOT CONTAIN GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH, THERE WAS NOT A TRANSPORTATION PLAN DISPLAYED IN THE SCHOOL AGE CLASSROOM, PRE-K CLASSROOM, INFANT CLASSROOM, NOR TOODLER 1 CLASSROOM. (IMPLEMENTED ONSITE)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS WITHIN EACH CLASSROOM, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS FOR CHILDREN 1-26 WERE NOT UPDATED
During the complaint investigation the certification representative conducted an interview with staff #2. Staff #2 confirmed a parent informed them of seeing staff#1 using their forearm to hit child #1 arm down.
During the complaint investigation the certification representative conducted an interview with staff #2. Staff #2 confirmed a parent informed them of seeing staff#1 using harsh language with the kids. The parent stated staff #1 loses their temper with the children.
On 8/23/2021 facility child #1 left the classroom undetected while facility staff #1 was assisting another child in the classroom. After approximately 2 - 5 minutes facility child #1 was found alone in the kitchen.
On 8/23/2021 facility child #1 was found alone in the kitchen area which was unlocked and had a drawer with sharp knives that were accessible to the child.
“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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $104.00 | $78.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $104.00 | $78.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $96.00 | $74.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $93.00 | $67.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $88.00 | $66.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $83.00 | $62.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $83.00 | $62.00 |
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 Centers had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Mar 29, 2024 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection on 3/29/24, staff persons #1 and #2 were not able to identify the specific children assigned to them.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about KinderCare Learning Centers?
Pennsylvania lists 2 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 Centers’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4 (accredited), effective Nov 29, 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 KinderCare Learning Centers compare with other daycares in Downingtown?
It is #16 of 23 centers in Downingtown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was KinderCare Learning Centers last inspected?
Apr 3, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does KinderCare Learning Centers cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $104.00 for newborn, $104.00 for infant, $96.00 for young toddler, $93.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs KinderCare Learning Centers?
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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