Nesbitt Child Development Center
Nesbitt Child Development Center is a certified child care center in Kingston, PA, with capacity for 52 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 41 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (15 of 41). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #5 of 10 centers in Kingston and has more citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Staff #1 had State Police Clearances on filed dated 6/5/2020 and 8/1/2025. More than 60 months had lapsed between clearances. Staff #1 acknowledged that they had routine interaction and direct contact with children during the lapse.
One electrical outlet on an extension cord, that was hanging near the fish tank in the Preschool Room, was observed to be missing a protective receptacle cover. Preschoolers had access to this outlet.
The only health assessment on file for Child #2 (see code sheet for date of birth) was dated 4/10/24, and the only health assessment on file for Child #3 (see code sheet for date of birth) was dated 8/11/22. Both children were required to have current health assessments on file, updated at least annually. Child #4 (see code sheet for date of birth) had health assessments on file dated 6/13/24 and 10/8/25. More than a year had lapsed between health assessments.
Staff #1 had health assessment on file that were dated 7/13/23 and 8/6/25. More than 24 months had lapsed between health assessments.
The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days as evidenced by the following fire detection system testing logs that were on file: 2/7/25 to 3/10/25, 5/5/25 to 6/16/25, 7/18/25 to 8/19/25, 8/19/25 to 9/21/25, and 11/14/25 to 12/17/25.
The record for Child #5 (see code sheet for date of admission) did not contain any health reports and this child has been enrolled for more than 60 days.
The agreement on file for Child #4 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
The most recent emergency contact and financial agreement information on file for Child #1 was dated 7/3/25. The most recent emergency contact information on file for Child #3 was dated 8/5/25. The most recent financial agreement information on file for Child #3 was dated 6/14/25. The emergency contact information on file for Child #5 was dated 1/7/25 and 1/13/26. The financial agreement information on file for Child #5 was dated 1/7/25. More than 6 months had lapsed since a parent last reviewed, updated, and signed the emergency contact and financial agreement forms. The financial agreement on file for Child #4 did not include the date the parent reviewed, updated, and signed the financial agreement.
Staff #1 had 3 hours of annual child care training on file, and not the required 12 clock hours of child care training.
Facility Person #1 (see code sheet for first day with children), who was observed in a volunteer capacity on 10/6/25, did not have a disclosure statement or two written, nonfamily references on file.
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The only health assessment on file for Facility Person #1 (see code sheet for first day with children) was dated 5/4/23. Also, the file for Facility Person #1 did not include any tuberculosis screening tests. It only included a chest x-ray that was dated 3/13/23.
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: 7/18/25 to 8/19/25 and 8/19/25 to 9/21/25.
There was no proof on file showing that a copy of the emergency plan had been sent to the local municipality.
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: 2/7/25 to 3/10/25 and 5/5/25 to 6/16/25.
The most current emergency plan trainings on file for Staff #3 and #4 were dated 11/2023 and 12/2024. More than a year had lapsed between emergency plan trainings.
Simply Right, Persani, and Up and Up hand sanitizers were observed on a table that was located near the Girls' Restroom. All of these items were labeled, "keep out of reach of children," but were accessible to the children who passed by the table to access the Girls' Restroom. Dial antibacterial hand soap, Equate sunscreen, and Coppertone sunscreen were observed, about ankle height, in an unlocked cabinet in the Preschool Room. Also, Dawn cleaner was observed in a blue container that was on a window shelf in the Preschool Room. These items, which were labeled, "keep out of reach of children, were accessible to the children who were being supervised in that room.
The telephone number of the nearest ambulance was not posted by the telephones in the Infant Room, Toddler Room, or Preschool Room.
A hand washing sign was not observed at the sink area in the Boys' Restroom.
The radiator outside the Infant Room had a loose cover, revealing sharp metal edges. Similarly, the radiator outside the Toddler Room was missing part of its cover, exposing sharp metal edges. One toilet in the Boys' Restroom had two exposed bolts and two toilets in the Girls' Restroom had one exposed bolt.
A plastic Ziploc bag and two metal staples, that had a diameter of less than 1 inch, were observed on the Toddler Room floor. These items were accessible to the toddler aged children who were being supervised in that room.
The last complete health assessment on file for the Child #3 was dated 8/11/22.
The health assessments on file for Staff #4 were dated 3/25/22 and 4/11/24. More than 24 months had lapsed between health assessments.
The only emergency drills on file were dated 11/29/22 and 12/20/24. More than a year had lapsed between emergency drills.
Staff person #6 has completed the health and safety course titled Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training.
The emergency contact information on file for Child #2 did not include the policy number for their health insurance coverage.
The most current emergency contact information on file for Child #1 was dated 3/14/24 and 1/24/25 and for Child #5 was dated 2/19/24 and 1/28/25. More than 6 months had lapsed between parental reviews, updates, and signatures on these emergency contact forms. The only emergency contact information on file for Child #2 was dated 5/2/24. The only financial agreement information on file for Child #1 was dated 3/18/24. There was no financial agreement information on file for Child #2. The most current financial agreement information on file for Child #3 was dated 3/7/24 and for Child #4 was dated 2/9/24. More than 6 months had passed since a parent last reviewed, updated, and signed emergency contact and financial agreement forms.
The fire detection system was not tested at least once every thirty days as evidenced by the following fire detection system logs that were on file: 8/30/2024 to 9/30/2024. Also, the last documented fire detection system test was 10/28/2024, but another fire detection system test should have occurred by 11/27/2024.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Health and Safety Training Update.
The fire detection system was not tested every 30-days as evidenced by the following fire detection system logs that were on file: 5/3/24 to 6/3/24 and 7/2/24 to 8/2/24.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/8/24. The emergency telephone numbers were not posted near the telephones in the infant, preschool or toddler's classrooms.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/8/24. The emergency bag first aid kit in the preschool classroom did not contain a bottle of water. The operator acknowledged that this is the bag they take in case of an emergency.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/8/24. Child #3's does not have an updated health report in the last year. The last health report is dated 11/10/22. (Please see code sheet for child #3's DOB).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/8/24. Child #2's immunization record indicates the child has only three doses of DTAP, three doses of Pneumococcal vaccine, one Hepatitis A vaccine and no exemption letter is in child's file. This is not in accordance with the ACIP recommended schedule. (Please see code sheet for DOB).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/8/24. Child #1-3's files did not have a child service report. The director could not provide the cert rep with the reports.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/8/24. Child #1 did not list the parents work address and work phone number on the emergency contact form. Child #2 did not list the parents work address on the emergency contact form.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/8/24. A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in the infant classroom.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/8/24. Child #1 has a fee agreement that has not been updated in the last 6 six months. Child #1's fee agreement was dated 6/19/23. Child #2 and Child #3's emergency contact form and fee agreements have not been updated in the last 6 months. Child #2's emergency contact form was dated 3/14/23 and the fee agreement was dated 5/1/23. Child #3's emergency contact form has no date and the fee agreement was dated 5/1/23. (Please see code sheet for DOA).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/8/24. Staff person #1's file did not contain references. Staff person #2's file did not contain verification of work experience.
Report was received that while the class went on a walk in the community on 4/24/2023, Staff #1 was observed pulling Child #1's cheek "very hard". On 4/25/2023, Staff #2 confirmed that this incident took place the day before.
There is a container of disinfecting wipes located in an unlocked cabinet below the bathroom sink
There is a container of painted wooden blocks located in the toddler room and some of the paint is peeling from the blocks
“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.) | $40.00 | $34.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $40.00 | $34.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $40.00 | $34.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $36.00 | $31.00 |
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 Nesbitt Child Development Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 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 2, 2026 (background checks): “Staff #1 had State Police Clearances on filed dated 6/5/2020 and 8/1/2025. More than 60 months had lapsed between clearances. Staff #1 acknowledged that they had routine interaction and direct contact with children…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Nesbitt Child Development Center?
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 Nesbitt Child Development Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jun 16, 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 Nesbitt Child Development Center compare with other daycares in Kingston?
It is #5 of 10 centers in Kingston by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Nesbitt Child Development Center last inspected?
Feb 2, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Nesbitt Child Development Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $40.00 for infant, $40.00 for young toddler, $40.00 for older toddler, $36.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Nesbitt Child Development Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Child Development Council Of Nepa 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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