Little Explorers Daycare and Learning Center LLC
Little Explorers Daycare and Learning Center LLC is a certified child care center in Wilkes-Barre, PA, with capacity for 67 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 15 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (9 of 15). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #3 of 15 centers in Wilkes-Barre and has fewer citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Peeling paint was observed on the wall behind the toilet in the restroom located near the Pre-K Room.
Through staff interviews, it was determined that on the morning of 7/18/25, Child #1 tripped and hit their head on a felt wall. The facility did not provide the parent with a written report of the injury on the day of the incident.
The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days as indicated by the following fire detection system testing logs that were on file: 8/1/2025 to 9/2/2025.
Torn wallpaper was observed on the orange wall in the Pre-K Room. Chipping paint was observed on the purple steps in the Pre-K Room. Peeling paint was observed along the blue painted wall in the Young Toddler Room.
The dramatic play center in the School Age Room was observed to have chipped wood and an exposed screw. A plastic red chair in the Pre-K Room was observed to have a chipped seat that posed a scratching hazard.
The fire drill log that was on file was observed to have the same hypothetical location of the fire (i.e. kitchen) for two consecutive fire drills that occurred on 5/24/24 and 6/24/24.
The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days as indicated by the following fire detection system logs that were on file: 5/24/24 to 6/24/24, 7/24/24 to 8/24/24, 8/24/24 to 9/24/24.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/17/24. In the preschool playground, on the back fence, the fence is not attached to the pole and the children could easily crawl out of it.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/17/24. In the hallway near the bathroom there are water damaged ceiling tiles.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/17/24. In the infant room the pack n plays are not labeled with the children's name.
While at the facility unannounced on 4/27/23 for the renewal inspection the inspector observed staff #1 working directly with children at the center. The file for staff #1 was subsequently reviewed and the file for staff #1 did not have a completed FBI clearance nor a completed Pa State Police clearance on file at the facility. This staff has been working over the 45-day provisional hire period.
Facility person #1 has been working at the facility beyond 45 days without having a PA criminal clearance on file. The control number document was on file but not the certification page with the official PA Clearance.
There is a metal ladder located against the wall leading to the bathroom located to left of the preschool room
There are exposed bolts located on the fence in the smaller play yard
Child file #1 is missing the addresses of release persons listed on the emergency contact form
“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) | $51.60 | — |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $51.60 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $48.60 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $46.80 | — |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $44.40 | $39.60 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $40.00 | $40.00 |
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 Explorers Daycare and Learning Center 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 Apr 27, 2023 (background checks): “While at the facility unannounced on 4/27/23 for the renewal inspection the inspector observed staff #1 working directly with children at the center. The file for staff #1 was subsequently reviewed and the file for…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Little Explorers Daycare and Learning Center LLC?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Little Explorers Daycare and Learning Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Mar 24, 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 Explorers Daycare and Learning Center LLC compare with other daycares in Wilkes-Barre?
It is #3 of 15 centers in Wilkes-Barre by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Little Explorers Daycare and Learning Center LLC last inspected?
Apr 30, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Little Explorers Daycare and Learning Center LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $51.60 for newborn, $51.60 for infant, $48.60 for young toddler, $46.80 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Little Explorers Daycare and Learning Center LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Explorers Daycare And 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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