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Little Bear Learning Center

67 W Butler Dr, Drums, PA 18222 · Luzerne County
Keystone STAR 1

Little Bear Learning Center is a certified child care center in Drums, PA, with capacity for 14 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it twice. The state cited 23 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for records & paperwork (8 of 23). All 23 came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #99 of 102 centers in Luzerne County and has more citations per inspection than 91% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 91% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
#99 of 102 centers in Luzerne County
0 Core-safety citations
23 Other citations
2 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
23 citations from 2 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 23 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 1, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 1, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 24, 2026 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 8
Building & playground safety 6
Emergency preparedness 6
Health & medication 1
Training & qualifications 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed a gel air freshener child accessible in the bathroom. Corrected on-site 7/1/2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2026): “The air freshener was removed immediately and placed in a locked cabinet inaccessible to children.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed that the bathroom door frame is in need of repair as the door stuck closed with the certification representative inside the bathroom unable to open the door until the certification representative and two facility staff pushed/pulled to open it.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2026): “The bathroom door frame was repaired, and the door was adjusted to ensure it opens and closes properly without sticking.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed the facility's rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2026): “We will ensure that all rest equipment is individually labeled with the child's name and used only by that specific child. We will review our rest equipment to confirm that it is clean, age-appropriate, and in good condition. Any items not meeting requirements will be replaced. Staff will be…”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026, the inspector observed the fire drill/detection log and found that the facility did not conduct a manual test of the fire alarms every 30 calendar days. The inspector observed a manual test dated for 5/18/2026 and the next having been dated for 6/18/2026. Manual test was conducted on-site 7/1/2026 and it was operational at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2026): “We will ensure that all fire detection devices and systems are brought into compliance with section 1016(c) standards.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2026): “We will obtain and place in staff person #1's file verification of child care experience, education, and training prior to providing services at the facility. All required documentation will be reviewed and maintained in accordance with regulations.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed child #1 and child #2's agreements did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child. Corrected on-site 7/1/2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2026): “Services provided was added to the agreements.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed child #1 and child #2's agreements did not specify the date of the child's admission. Corrected on-site 7/1/2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2026): “Date of enrollment and date of birth was fixed right away.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care, and the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2026): “All emergency contact forms were reviewed and updated to include the child's physician or medical care provider's name, address, and telephone number, as well as the enrolling parent's home and work addresses and telephone numbers. Staff will review all enrollment paperwork for completeness before…”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “Emergency contact form was immediately updated to include the parent's signed written consent for emergency medical care. All children's files were reviewed to ensure the required written consent is on file.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed that the emergency contact information was not present in the child care space for children receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “Child #1's emergency contact information was placed in the childcare space as required. All classrooms were checked to ensure each child's emergency contact information is readily available in the care area.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the written consent signed by a parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “The parent's signed consent for the administration of minor first-aid procedures was obtained and added to the child's file. All children's records were reviewed to ensure the required signed consent forms are complete and on file.”
Citation Jul 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “Two written, non-family references were obtained and placed in Staff Person #1's personnel file. All staff files were reviewed to ensure the required documentation is complete and in compliance with licensing regulations.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations, managing financial issues.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “The facility has updated it's emergency plan and will maintain the same unless something changes.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the facility's emergency plan did not provide for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “Emergency plan has been updated and will be kept updated.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the facility did not have an emergency parent letter to provide to parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2026): “Formulated a parent letter to include in my parent handbook.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the electrical outlet in the infant room did not have protective receptacle covers. Corrected on-site 4/24/2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “Added plugs to all outlets.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted by the telephone in the facility. Corrected on-site 4/24/2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “Posted the emergency numbers on the phone.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items/On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)/3270.75(d)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the first-aid kit located in the room to the left of the entrance did not include soap and tweezers. Observed the travel first-aid kit located in the room to the right of the entrance did not include scissors and a bottle of water.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “I included in the first-aid kits soap, tweezers, and water.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the facility's refrigerator did not have an operating thermometer placed in it.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “A thermometer was placed 4/26/216.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the facility did not have evacuation routes posted in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “Evacuation routes were near emergency exits and in the rooms.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations of children during an emergency including lock-down and shelter in place.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2026): “Emergency plan has been updated and will maintain the same and staff will be trained on the updated plan.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “One was sent and kept on file.”
Citation Apr 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the facility did not have a written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “Plan of daily activities was posted, one in each room.”

“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.

Enforcement actions

Issuance of Provisional Certificate of Compliance at the time of Initial Apr 29, 2026
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate

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.) $65.00 $53.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $60.00 $51.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $55.00 $49.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $52.00 $47.00

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 14 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Aug 13, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Aug 21, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Little Bear Learning Center LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–11:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 708-5205
State certificate # CER-00259726
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Common questions

Has Little Bear Learning Center had any serious violations?

No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 23 other citations, listed above.

Have there been complaints about Little Bear Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Little Bear Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Little Bear Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Aug 21, 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 Little Bear Learning Center compare with other daycares in Luzerne County?

It is #99 of 102 centers in Luzerne County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 91% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Little Bear Learning Center last inspected?

Jul 1, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Little Bear Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $65.00 for infant, $60.00 for young toddler, $55.00 for older toddler, $52.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Little Bear Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Bear Learning Center 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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