Little Hands Child Care Center
Little Hands Child Care Center is a certified child care center in DuBois, PA, with capacity for 49 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 15 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (5 of 15). 2 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #2 of 5 centers in DuBois and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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The file of staff #1 had documentation of the NSOR clearance after their start date due to the fact it was dated 8-21-25 (see LIS sheet).
Based on the fire drill log, fire drills occurred more than 60 days apart on the following dates: 10-8-25 to 12-2-25 = 62 days.
Based on the testing log, the smoke detection system was tested more than 30 days apart due to the fact it was tested 3-7-25 and 4-7-25 which is 31 days.
The files of staff #1 and #2 had Mandated Reporter training completed more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 2-19-25 and 1-21-20 (staff #1); 2-18-25 and 1-23-20 (staff #2).
The file of child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the full complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed in the preschool room, bitemarks on 2 foam wood patterned blocks and on 2 road puzzle pieces.
Based on the smoke detection testing log, the smoke detection system was not tested every 30 days on the following dates: 1-15-24 to 2-15-24 = 31 days.
At the time of reviewing the file, the file of child #1 lacked an initial health assessment.
The facility file lacked verification that the operator provided the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures and a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The facility's emergency plan lacked a continuity of operations plan for the aftermath of a disaster.
In the preschool room, observed a pair of sharp scissors which were in a white bin and in reach of children. Thus, causing a threat to the health and safety of the children.
In the outside play space, observed one electrical outlet which lacked a protective receptacle cover. Children 5 years of age and younger play in this play space.
In the Young toddler room, observed Orajel which lacked the name of the child for whom the medication was intended.
The initial health assessment on file for staff #1 was not completed within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. Health assessment is dated 8/12/22. SEE IS CODE SHEET.
The TB screening on file for staff #1 was not completed within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. TB test result date is 8/15/22. SEE LIS CODE SHEET.
“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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $46.00 | $25.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $46.00 | $25.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $36.50 | $25.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $35.50 | $25.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $34.00 | $25.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $22.00 | $20.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $22.00 | $20.00 |
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 Hands Child Care Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 20, 2026 (background checks): “The file of staff #1 had documentation of the NSOR clearance after their start date due to the fact it was dated 8-21-25 (see LIS sheet).” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Little Hands Child Care Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Little Hands Child Care 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 Hands Child Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Dec 23, 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 Hands Child Care Center compare with other daycares in DuBois?
It is #2 of 5 centers in DuBois 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 Hands Child Care Center last inspected?
Jul 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Little Hands Child Care Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $46.00 for newborn, $46.00 for infant, $36.50 for young toddler, $35.50 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Little Hands Child Care Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Hands Child Care Center INC.
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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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