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Nesbitt Child Development Center

Dorranceton Methodist, Kingston, PA 18704 · Luzerne County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4

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.

Inspection record

More citations than 54% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#5 of 10 centers in Kingston
4 Core-safety citations
37 Other citations
9 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
41 citations from 10 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 2, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Feb 2, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Oct 6, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 3, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 26, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 8, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 25, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 6, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Mar 2, 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 15
Records & paperwork 9
Health & medication 8
Emergency preparedness 3
Background checks 2
Training & qualifications 2
Supervision 1
Caregiver conduct 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Feb 2, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Staff #1 has completed and received an updated State Police Criminal History Clearance, which is now current and on file. The operator will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).”
Citation Feb 2, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2026): “A protective receptacle cover was installed on the extension cord outlet immediately while the inspector was on site.”
Citation Feb 2, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2026): “Parents of Children #2, #3, and #4 were notified that updated annual health assessments are required. Updated forms will be obtained and children will not continue care without valid health reports on file.”
Citation Feb 2, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Staff #1's health assessment dated 8/6/2025 is on file. Although the previous assessment exceeded the 24-month timeframe, the staff member now has a current and valid health assessment on record.”
Citation Feb 2, 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 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Fire detection system testing was completed and documented. Testing logs are now current and up to date.”
Citation Feb 2, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2026): “The initial health report for Child #5 has now been received and is on file. Although it was not submitted within the required 60-day timeframe, the child is currently compliant with having a valid health assessment.”
Citation Feb 2, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The agreement on file for Child #4 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2026): “The admission agreement for Child #4 was updated to include the child's date of admission.”
Citation Feb 2, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2026): “Parents were notified and updated emergency contact and financial agreement forms are being obtained for all affected children. Parents will review, update, sign, and date emergency contact and financial agreement forms for all the affected children. Missing dates were corrected where applicable.”
Citation Feb 2, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Staff #1 had 3 hours of annual child care training on file, and not the required 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2026): “Staff #1 was notified of the training deficiency and immediately enrolled in additional professional development to meet the required 12 clock hours. All required training hours will be completed and documented in the personnel file.”
Core safety Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information/Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)/3270.192(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “The list of missing documentation, including the required Disclosure Statement and two nonfamily references, was sent to the Facility Person #1's supervisor with the Foster Grandparent Program on 10/6/2025. Facility Person #1 has not returned to the center and will not be permitted to resume…”
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Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “The list of required documentation---including an updated health assessment and Mantoux TB screening---was sent to the Facility Person #1's supervisor with the Foster Grandparent Program on 10/6/2025. The individual has not returned to the center and will not be permitted to return until all…”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 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 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “As of 10/16/2025, the facility's fire detection system was checked to ensure it is in proper working order. Because the previous monthly test could not be retroactively completed, a new fire drill and system test are scheduled for 10/16/2025, and the results will be documented on the Fire Detection…”
Citation Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
There was no proof on file showing that a copy of the emergency plan had been sent to the local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “On October 15, 2025, the Health and Nutrition Coordinator emailed a copy of the facility's emergency plan to the local municipality with a read receipt attached. Proof of the email and read receipt will be printed and placed in the facility's emergency preparedness binder. The Center will follow up…”
Citation May 30, 2025 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 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2025): “The Health and Nutrition Coordinator has reviewed the 30-day requirement with the Center Director and discussed that a schedule must be put in place where 30 days is counted out- not simply having one training per month. A fire detection system test was completed on Monday, June 24, 2025 and has…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “A schedule for future emergency plan trainings will be established by the Center Director to ensure they are conducted annually without lapses. A log will be maintained of all emergency plan trainings conducted, including dates, times, and details of each training. She will ensure that the…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “All Simply Right, Persani, and Up and Up hand sanitizers were immediately removed from the table near the Girls' Restroom and placed in a locked cabinet. The Dial antibacterial hand soap, Equate sunscreen, and Coppertone sunscreen from was immediately relocated from the unlocked cabinet in the…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
The telephone number of the nearest ambulance was not posted by the telephones in the Infant Room, Toddler Room, or Preschool Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “A new phone list was created with telephone numbers for the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance, and poison control center. These telephone numbers were posted by each telephone in the Infant Room, Toddler Room, and Preschool Room.”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
A hand washing sign was not observed at the sink area in the Boys' Restroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “A new hand washing sign has been posted that clearly states the requirement to wash hands after toileting and before eating. This sign was posted at the sink area in the Boys' Restroom, as well as making sure the other hand washing signs are visible at each toilet, training chair, diapering area…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “The Center Director has covered sharp edges and exposed bolts with duct tape to ensure all hazardous conditions were addressed promptly. CDCs Maintenance Supervisor has been notified and will secure the loose cover on the radiator outside the Infant Room to eliminate sharp metal edges. He will…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “The items were immediately removed from the Toddler Room floor and thrown away. The Center Director will conduct a thorough inspection of the Toddler Room to identify and remove any other small objects or hazardous items. The Center Director will conduct regular checks to ensure that no small or…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(d)(5)
The last complete health assessment on file for the Child #3 was dated 8/11/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “The parents or guardians of Child #3 were contacted to request an updated health report, including a review of the child's immunized status according to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations. The child has an appointment next month, but Dr. will provide an updated…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “The Center Director will maintain a log of when all health assessments were conducted for staff, including dates and details of the assessments. Anyone who is due for an assessment will be given ample notice to ensure the scheduling and completion of the health assessment. All documentation will be…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The only emergency drills on file were dated 11/29/22 and 12/20/24. More than a year had lapsed between emergency drills.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “The facility is currently compliant with emergency drills. The most recent emergency drill occurred on 12/20/24 and documentation of this is on file at the facility. The Center Director will maintain a log of all emergency drills conducted, including dates, times, and details of each drill. The…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Staff person #6 will be enrolled in the "PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2" courses to ensure comprehensive compliance. Staff person #6 will complete the "PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2" within the next 7 days. Upon…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact information on file for Child #2 did not include the policy number for their health insurance coverage.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “The Center Director will contact the parents or guardians of Child #2 to obtain the missing health insurance policy number. The emergency contact information on file will be updated to include the health insurance policy number. A log will be created to track all emergency contact information…”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “The parents or guardians of Children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 will be contacted to obtain updated emergency contact information and financial agreements. The Center Director will ensure that all forms are reviewed, updated, and signed by the parents or guardians.”
Citation Dec 18, 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)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 27, 2024): “The Center Director will conduct an immediate inspection and test of the fire detection system on Friday, December 27, 2024, to ensure it is fully operational. The results will be documented and sent to the Certification Representative. The Center Director will review all fire detection system logs…”
Core safety Aug 26, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2024): “Staff person #1 was removed from any unsupervised care duties until the required trainings are completed. Staff #1 will complete the Health and Safety Training update immediately. Staff #1 is scheduled for Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Until both of these required…”
Citation Aug 26, 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)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2024): “A test of the fire detection system has been scheduled and will be immediately conducted on 8/30/24. The documentation with the results will be placed in the facility's fire detection system and fire drill logs. Also, a set schedule has been created and will be implemented to ensure all drills are…”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “All emergency telephone numbers have been posted in all rooms by each telephone.”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “A bottle of water was immediately placed in the first aid kit.”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
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).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “A health report form was given to the parent of child #3 to update and will be returned before 3/1/2024”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
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).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Grandmother of Child #2 was immediately contacted and she provided the updated immunization report by end of day on 2/8/2024.”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “All CDC centers use OUNCE and Work Sampling Assessments and summaries for their child service reports to parents. Child #1,2 and 3 OUNCE and WS summaries were in a separate file at the center and had been reviewed and signed by the parent. A copy has now been made and placed in the child's main…”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Child #1 and 2- all emergency contact information has been completed and updated.”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “The written plan identifying transport and staffing procedures was posted on the main bulleting board as well as in the toddler classroom and the preschool classroom. It had fallen down in the infant classroom and was on the back shelf.”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
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).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Child #1, 2 and 3 - fee agreements and emergency cards have been updated.”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters/Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)/3270.192(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Staff person #1 has worked for CDC since 2005. References must have been misplaced from her center file. Reference back up copies were at our office and were replaced in her center file immediately. Staff person #2 has obtained verification of work experience and it has been placed in her file.”
Core safety Apr 25, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 2, 2023): “AFTER LEARNING OF THE INCIDENT ON 4/24/2023, STAFF MEMBER #1 WAS IMMEDIATELY SUSPENDED. AFTER SPEAKING TO STAFF #2 ON 4/25/2023, STAFF MEMBER #1 WAS TERMINATED FROM EMPLOYMENT WITH THE COUNCIL.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
There is a container of disinfecting wipes located in an unlocked cabinet below the bathroom sink
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2022): “Removed the wipes from the bathroom area to an outside area on a higher shelf”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
There is a container of painted wooden blocks located in the toddler room and some of the paint is peeling from the blocks
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2022): “The blocks were removed from the center area and disregarded”

“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

Violation found Apr 25, 2023 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

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

Capacity 52 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 1, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Jun 16, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Child Development Council Of Nepa INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 287-3592
State certificate # CER-00252417
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
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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.

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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Concerned about this center? See how to report a daycare: which state line to call, what to write down and what happens next.