Little Bug Learning
Little Bug Learning is a certified child care center in York, PA, with capacity for 73 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 13 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (8 of 13). 3 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #14 of 43 centers in York and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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In the Bumble Bee's room, Cert Rep observed that the ceiling tile in the back, lefthand corner was stained brown. This discoloration appeared to be caused by a liquid leaking above it.
Cert Rep noted that in the fire detection device testing log that a test was conducted 4/8/26 and then again on 5/11/26. 33 days elapsed between these two testing dates. Cert Rep also noted that a fire detection device test was conducted on 5/11/26 and again on 6/11/26. 31 Days elapsed between these two testing dates. Fire device detection dates were not conducted every 30 days, or less.
Facility self-reported that Staff Persons 1, 2 and 3 did not know the whereabouts of child #1 at all times. Staff Persons 1, 2 and 3 were not physical present with child # 1 at all times
Documentation of the NSOR clearance on file for staff member 1, was obtained after the staff members first day caring for children. Documentation of the child abuse clearance on file for staff member 3 was obtained after the staff members first day caring for children.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit in the Lady Bugs classroom did not include scissors and the first aid kit in the Caterpillars classroom did not include tweezers and scissors. All items were added to both first aid kits during the inspection.
Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 2, indicated they had a communicable disease but did not include the conditions and the risk it might pose to others exposed.
Documentation of the disclosure statement on file for staff member 1 was not signed by the staff member. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that a cord was hanging from the outlet to a swing in the infant room causing a choking hazard. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that a basket with toys in the Grasshopper classroom was broken. The broken basket was removed during the inspection.
During the time of inspection was observed that the cots in the Grasshopper and Fireflies classrooms were not labeled for individual use. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of the initial inspection, it was observed that gloves were missing in the first aid kits in the infant classroom, toddler classroom and pre-school classroom. Gloves were added to all first aid kits during the inspection.
During the time of initial inspection, it was observed that the bathroom in the toddler classroom did not have a lidded trash can. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of the initial inspection, it was observed that a basket with toys in the pre-school classroom was broken and had sharp edges. The basket was removed during the inspection.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $66.00 | $66.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $62.00 | $62.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $58.00 | $58.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $54.00 | $54.00 |
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 Little Bug Learning had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 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 7, 2026 (supervision): “Facility self-reported that Staff Persons 1, 2 and 3 did not know the whereabouts of child #1 at all times. Staff Persons 1, 2 and 3 were not physical present with child # 1 at all times” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Little Bug Learning?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Little Bug Learning since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Little Bug Learning’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 3, effective Oct 17, 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 Little Bug Learning compare with other daycares in York?
It is tied for #14 of 43 centers in York by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Little Bug Learning last inspected?
Sep 1, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Little Bug Learning cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $66.00 for infant, $62.00 for young toddler, $58.00 for older toddler, $54.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Little Bug Learning?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Bug Learning 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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