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Little Learners LLC

1060 Peace St, Hazle Township, PA 18202 · Luzerne County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Little Learners LLC is a certified child care center in Hazle Township, PA, with capacity for 30 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 17 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (4 of 17). 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 9 centers in Hazle Township and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 64% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#6 of 9 centers in Hazle Township
3 Core-safety citations
14 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
17 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 16, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 16, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 4, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 23, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 27, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 22, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 4
Background checks 3
Training & qualifications 3
Health & medication 3
Records & paperwork 2
Emergency preparedness 2

Citations, newest first

Citation Jul 16, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the Renewal Inspection on 7/16/2026, the emergency contact information on file for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “I will have the parents add the addresses for the release persons to the emergency contact information forms. Due to the limited amount of space in that section of the emergency contact information form, they will need to write the addresses for the designated individuals on the back of the form.”
Core safety Feb 4, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During an unannounced inspection on 2/4/2026, Staff #1 had expired clearances on file as evidenced by the clearances being dated as follows: State police clearance 1/15/2021, child abuse clearance 1/6/2021, FBI clearance 1/9/2021 and National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance 1/22/2021. Staff #2 did not have a completed disclosure statement on file. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2026): “1. Correction Date: 2/5/2026. Little Learners will comply with the CPSL. Staff Person #1 has not worked in a childcare position since the discovery of expired clearances. Her employment was suspended as of 2/5/2026. She is currently still suspended, as she is waiting for one clearance result. Staff…”
Citation Feb 4, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
As of 2/4/2026, the file for Staff #2 does not have verification of completion of training regarding the emergency plan. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “Staff #2 completed the emergency plan test when she came into work on 2/5/2026.”
Citation Feb 4, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
As of 2/4/2026, the file for Staff #2 does not have proof of education on file. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “Staff member #2 submitted her proof of education when she returned to work on 2/5/2026.”
Citation Feb 4, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff person #2 has not completed the following required preservice training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2026): “All staff members will be participating in the mandated Pediatric First Aid and CPR Course on Wednesday 2/11/2026. This will bring staff #2 up-to-date and get everyone else renewed early.”
Core safety Jul 23, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 7/23/2025, all staff had all 4 of the required clearances on file. The updated National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearances on file for Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 were dated 6/27/2025. The previous NSOR clearances on file were dated as follows: 2/25/2020 for Staff #1, 2/12/2020 for Staff #2 and 2/10/2020 for Staff #3. In addition, the request for the DHS FBI clearance for Staff #4 was not requested until 7/3/2025. This was after Staff #4 had previously been working with direct contact and routine interaction with children at the facility. See LIS code sheet for date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “These were all corrected prior to the inspection.”
Citation Jul 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
On 7/23/2025, There were two pack and plays in the toddler classroom being used by children. The pack and plays were not labeled for the use of a specific child to be used only by the specified child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “The two pack and plays were immediately labeled for the use of a specific child to be used only by the specified child.”
Citation Jul 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
On 7/23/2025, Staff #1 had an updated health assessment on file dated 6/26/2025. However, the previous assessment on file for Staff #1 was dated 12/15/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “This was corrected prior to the inspection.”
Citation Jul 23, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
On 7/23/2024, the Fire Drill/Fire Detection Log showed that the most recent manual testing of the smoke detectors in the facility was on 6/14/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2024): “The smoke detectors were manually tested today. This manual testing was documented on the Fire Drill/Fire Detection Log.”
Core safety Jul 27, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff # 2 did not update their clearances as required every 60 months by the CPSL. The state police clearance was dated 4/27/18 and was not updated until 6/21/23. The child abuse clearance was dated 4/27/18 and was not updated until 6/21/23. The FBI clearance was dated 3/15/18 and was not updated until 6/22/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “In the future, clearances will be updated as required by the CPSL.”
Citation Jul 27, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. Child # 2 had a health reported dated for 8/8/22. The file was missing the 18-month-old health report (6 month updated health report).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2023): “Child # 2 has a doctor's appointment scheduled for 8/21/23 and an updated health report will be obtained.”
Citation Jul 27, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of the facility's fire safety system testing log was conducted. The following testing dates lapsed occurring every 30 days as required by regulation: 4/12/23 and 5/15/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “In the future, the fire safety system will be tested at least every 30 days and appropriately documented.”
Citation Jul 27, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A reveiw of staff files was conducted. Staff person # 1, # 2, # 3, # 4, # 5, and # 6 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022. These staff completed the health and safety training on the following dates: Staff # 1 - 7/27/23 Staff # 2 - 7/27/23 Staff # 3 - 7/27/23 Staff # 4 - 7/28/23 Staff # 5 - 7/27/23 Staff # 6 - 7/28/23
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “In the future, all staff will complete all training as required by regulation.”
Citation Jul 22, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A physical site review was conducted. Light covers in the ceiling through out the facility were dirty and contained dead bugs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2022): “The facility will request the landlord clean the ceiling light covers.”
Citation Jul 22, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of the facility's fire drill log was conducted. Fire drills were not conducted at least every 60 days as required by regulation. Fire drills were documented as occurring on: 9/27/21, 11/18/21, 2/10/22, 5/2/22, and 7/19/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2022): “Fire drills will be conducted at least every 60 days in the future. The facility will conduct a fire drill.”
Citation Jul 22, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of the facility's fire system testing log was conducted. Per Act 62, fire safety systems are to be tested at least every 30 days. The facility was not testing the system at least every 30 days. Testing was listed as occurring on the following dates: 9/27/21, 11/18/21, 2/10/22,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2022): “The fire safety system was tested.”
Citation Jul 22, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(g)
Staff # 1 did not have an appropriate training to satisfy the regulatory requirement, as their health and safety training was the 6 hour training taken after 6/30/18. Staff # 1 training date: 4/4/19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2022): “Staff # 1 will participate in the appropriate health and safety topic training.”

“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
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $47.00 $36.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $47.00 $36.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $47.00 $36.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $47.00 $36.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $47.00 $36.00

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 30 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Oct 15, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since May 5, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Little Learners LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 233-1734
State certificate # CER-00258924
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Common questions

Has Little Learners LLC 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 Feb 4, 2026 (background checks): “During an unannounced inspection on 2/4/2026, Staff #1 had expired clearances on file as evidenced by the clearances being dated as follows: State police clearance 1/15/2021, child abuse clearance 1/6/2021, FBI…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Little Learners LLC?

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

What is Little Learners LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective May 5, 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 Learners LLC compare with other daycares in Hazle Township?

It is #6 of 9 centers in Hazle Township by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Little Learners LLC last inspected?

Jul 16, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Little Learners LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $47.00 for young toddler, $47.00 for older toddler, $47.00 for preschool, $47.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Little Learners LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Learners LLC.

Certified centers nearby

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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