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Little Sunshines Day Care Center

61 E Washington St, Port Carbon, PA 17965 · Schuylkill County
Keystone STAR 2

Little Sunshines Day Care Center is a certified child care center in Port Carbon, PA, with capacity for 83 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 20 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 6 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #23 of 32 centers in Schuylkill County and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 50% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #23 of 32 centers in Schuylkill County
1 Core-safety citations
19 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
20 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 6 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 14, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 22, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 16, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 16, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citation Apr 11, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Apr 5, 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 6
Health & medication 6
Training & qualifications 4
Emergency preparedness 2
Transportation 1
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Apr 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Handwashing signs were missing from several sinks throughout the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2026): “Handwashing signs placed above the 2 food prep sinks used by adults”
Citation Apr 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Plastic bags were accessible in unlocked cabinets in several rooms of the facility including the infant area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2026): “plastic bags were removed”
Citation Apr 14, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
There was no written notification of safe routes posted in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2026): “Written notification of safe routes was placed in entry foyer of center and will not be removed.”
Citation Apr 14, 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)
The fire alarm tests were done 11/10/25 and next on 12/30/25; 3/9/26 and next on 4/14/26. These are gaps of greater than 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2026): “Alarm tests will be done following the every 30 days policy (not once a month) by director.”
Citation Apr 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma/Child Maltreatment policy did not include information on child maltreatment as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vi). Staff person #2, #3, #4, and #6 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2, #3, #4, and #6 have not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric 1st Aid and CPR from a PQAS approved trainer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 18, 2026): “Maltreatment info was added to policy. Required paperwork (staff 1st Aid cards) added to files.”
Citation Apr 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7 have completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2026): “Correct training done and filed.”
Citation Apr 22, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)/3270.66(d)
There was a Dragon Tree plant in the preschool room accessible to children. There was baby lotion and Eucerin, both marked "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in an unlocked drawer in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2025): “the Dragon Tree will be removed from the facility.”
Citation Apr 22, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
There was not 2 feet of space on three sides of rest equipment during nap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2025): “Will remind staff to provide 2 feet of space on 3 sides of rest equipment during nap.”
Citation Apr 22, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
The health assessments for child #1 and #2 did not contain a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2025): “We will give parents the state form and ask to have the form completed by their doctor.”
Citation Apr 22, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(e)
As of the renewal inspection, the emergency plan did not address accommodations for infants and toddlers. The letter to parents explaining the emergency plan did not include information on lockdown, or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2025): “The emergency plan will be updated to include accommodations for infants and toddlers. The parent letter explaining the emergency plan will be updated to include lockdown, and accommodations for infants and toddlers, children with special needs, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Apr 16, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
Child #1 did not have an initial health assessment on file within 60 days of enrollment, date of health assessment 11/8/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2024): “Child's health assessment is on file.”
Citation Apr 16, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 did not complete the required health and safety training within 90 days of working with children, date the training was completed 4/1/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2024): “Staff's training is on file.”
Core safety Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 does not have an NSOR clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2023): “Employee provided the NSOR clearance and is on file at the center.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit in the Preschool room is missing soap, scissors and tweezers. The first aid kit in the 2 yr old room is missing soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2023): “All missing items were placed in the first aid kits.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)
Child #1, 2, 3 & 4 do not have a current flu vaccine for 2022 or an exemption letter on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2023): “Will get parents to provide proof of flu shot or a written excemption letter.”
Citation Apr 11, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff #1 has not completed the health and safety training update. Staff #2 completed the health and safety training update on 1/16/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2023): “Staff #1 will complete training immediately before 4/26/23.”
Citation Apr 5, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Certification Rep observed rust on the baseboard heater in the lunch room accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2022): “Baseboard will be painted.”
Citation Apr 5, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
Staff person #2 does not have an initial health assessment on file that was conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in child care; date of heath assessment on file 11/6/20, date of hire 3/25/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2022): “Staff has an appointment a week from today for a health assessment.”
Citation Apr 5, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(5)
Staff person #1 has a health assessment that does not include the physician's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2022): “Staff has an appointment in 2 weeks to get another health assessment on correct form that states her suitability to provide child care.”
Citation Apr 5, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Operator admitted that annual emergency drills have not been completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “Operator will conduct an emergency drill.”

“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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $40.00 $40.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $36.00 $36.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $34.00 $34.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $30.00 $30.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $28.00 $24.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $28.00 $24.00

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 83 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jul 27, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Mar 11, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator LSKC INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 622-2440
State certificate # CER-00256010
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Common questions

Has Little Sunshines Day 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 Apr 11, 2023 (background checks): “Staff #1 does not have an NSOR clearance on file.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Little Sunshines Day Care Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Little Sunshines Day 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 Sunshines Day Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Mar 11, 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 Sunshines Day Care Center compare with other daycares in Schuylkill County?

It is tied for #23 of 32 centers in Schuylkill County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Little Sunshines Day Care Center last inspected?

Apr 14, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Little Sunshines Day Care Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $40.00 for infant, $36.00 for young toddler, $34.00 for older toddler, $30.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Little Sunshines Day Care Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is LSKC INC.

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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