World of Imagination · Whitehall
World of Imagination is a certified child care center in Whitehall, PA, with capacity for 81 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 21 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (6 of 21). 12 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #10 of 16 centers in Whitehall and has fewer citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. The following staff files did not contain necessary items: Staff Person #2: Most recent DHS FBI clearance is dated 4/8/2021, which is over 60 months. Staff Person #3: Most recent Child Abuse clearance on file is dated 1/21/2020, which is over 60 months. Staff Person #4: Does not have DHS FBI clearance on file.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, an unlabeled bottle containing a cleaning solution was observed in the Pre-K room.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, there was no thermometer in the refrigerator in the kitchen.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following children are in need of updated health reports. Child #4: The most recent health report on file for Child #4 is dated 3/10/2025, which is more than 6 months ago. Child #4 is a young toddler (see LIS code sheet for DOB). Child #5: The most recent health report on file for Child #5 is dated 3/31/2025, which is more than 12 months ago. Child #5 is preschool-aged (see LIS code sheet for DOB).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Most recent health assessment on file for Staff Person #1 is dated 3/13/2024, which is more than 24 months ago. Initial health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 is dated 6/7/2024, which is more than 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (see LIS code sheet for start date).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, there was no first-aid kit in the Honda Pilot which is used for transportation. Additionally, there was no soap in the first-aid kit in the van.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, the facility's emergency plan letter was reviewed. Emergency plan letter given to parents at enrollment did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, the fire detection testing log was reviewed. Smoke alarms were tested past 30-day requirement on the following occasions: 3/11/2025-4/11/2025, 5/7/2025-6/7/2025, 6/7/2025-7/10/2025, 7/10/2025-8/10/2025, 8/10/2025-9/10/2025, and 10/10/2025-11/10/2025.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The fee agreement on file for Child #5 did not contain arrival and departure times.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #3: Health insurance coverage and policy number. Child #4: Address of child's physician. Child #5: Health insurance policy number.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Both parents' work telephone numbers. Release persons' addresses. Child #2: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Release persons' addresses. Child #3: Release persons' addresses. Child #4: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #3 was missing signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first-aid.
Staff person #1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
The first-aid kit in the van did not have scissors.
The wooden shed in the toddler outdoor play space had 2 areas where the boards were damaged.
Per the facility's fire drill and detection log there were more than 30 days between testing of the alarm system February 6, 2024 to March 13, 2024.
Child #1 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Child #1 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
In the 4-year-old room, there was an albuterol inhaler that expired January 2023.
Facility person #1 did not complete the required Health and Safety training update by 12/30/2022. Facility person #1 completed the training on 1/3/2023. Facility person #2 did not complete the required Health and Safety training update by 12/30/2022. Facility person #2 completed the training on 1/4/2023.
Facility person #1 did not have a completed NSOR on file. See code sheet for date 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) | $45.00 | $39.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $45.00 | $39.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $41.60 | $35.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $42.60 | $35.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $39.60 | $34.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $35.00 | $29.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $35.00 | $29.00 |
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 World of Imagination 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 9, 2026 (background checks): “A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/9/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. The following staff files did not contain necessary items: Staff Person #2: Most recent DHS FBI clearance is dated 4/8/2021, which…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about World of Imagination?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at World of Imagination since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is World of Imagination’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Oct 2, 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 World of Imagination compare with other daycares in Whitehall?
It is #10 of 16 centers in Whitehall by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was World of Imagination last inspected?
Apr 9, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does World of Imagination cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $45.00 for newborn, $45.00 for infant, $41.60 for young toddler, $42.60 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs World of Imagination?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is KNS Enterprise 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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