Wee Ones Childcare and Preschool
Wee Ones Childcare and Preschool is a certified child care center in Watsontown, PA, with capacity for 49 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 17 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (5 of 17). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #13 of 19 centers in Northumberland County and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the renewal inspection, the NSOR verification certificate for Staff #1 was received 14 months after date of hire. Staff #1 was not included on the 2024 staff data sheet to correct this matter during the 2024 inspection. The NSOR verification certificate for Staff #2 had not been updated within 60 months as required under the CPSL.
During the renewal inspection, disinfectant wipes and sprays were accessible to children on the classroom counter and by the two toilet stalls.
During the renewal inspection, Staff #3 was providing care for 10 children on the Tumblebus without a first-aid kit present.
During the renewal inspection, the testing documentation confirmed that the fire alarm testing was not being conducted every 30 days
During the renewal inspection, the operator had not notified local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
During the renewal inspection, release person listed on the emergency contact were not included on the agreement for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3.
During the renewal inspection, the emergency contact for Child #3 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection, Staff #3 was providing care for 10 children on the Tumblebus and had no emergency contact information present.
During the renewal inspection, the posted certificate of compliance had expired on 7/21/24. A current certificate had not been posted.
During the renewal inspection, peeled paint was observed on the outside walls at rear of building leading to play area. Damaged paint was observed on the wall behind the changing table in the toddler bathroom.
During the renewal inspection, the health assessment for Staff #1 was dated 3/22/23 which was more than 24 months from the previous health assessment dated 9/8/20.
During the renewal inspection, the mandated reporter training for Staff #1, dated 9/14/17, was not updated until 3/9/23 which was not within 60 months as required under the CPSL.
During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #2 contained a PDE FBI clearance at the time of hire. The required DHS FBI clearance, dated 3/19/22, was not received within the 45 day provisional period.
During the renewal inspection, the immunization record for Child #1 did not include the influenza vaccine. The file for Child #1 did not include a statement of exemption from immunization written, signed and dated from the child's parent or guardian.
During the renewal inspection, the facility did not have proof of purchase on file for the interconnected fire detection system.
During the renewal inspection, Staff #2 had not completed the required pre-service professional development training within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 had not completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
“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) | $38.00 | $30.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $38.00 | $30.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $38.00 | $28.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $38.00 | $28.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $38.00 | $26.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $38.00 | $26.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $38.00 | $26.00 |
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 Wee Ones Childcare and Preschool had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Apr 22, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection, the NSOR verification certificate for Staff #1 was received 14 months after date of hire. Staff #1 was not included on the 2024 staff data sheet to correct this matter during the 2024…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Wee Ones Childcare and Preschool?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Wee Ones Childcare and Preschool since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Wee Ones Childcare and Preschool’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Sep 21, 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 Wee Ones Childcare and Preschool compare with other daycares in Northumberland County?
It is #13 of 19 centers in Northumberland County 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 Wee Ones Childcare and Preschool last inspected?
Apr 15, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Wee Ones Childcare and Preschool cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $38.00 for newborn, $38.00 for infant, $38.00 for young toddler, $38.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Wee Ones Childcare and Preschool?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Wee Ones Childcare And Preschool.
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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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