Kindercare Learning Center/plum
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.5 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.1 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Keystone STARS rating of STAR 4 ACC and NAEYC accreditation. Structural quality reflects an 89% violation rate across 9 visits in the last 3 years (most recently inspected January 2026). The structural rating also includes Pennsylvania's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Pennsylvania caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:5, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 6 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Keystone STARS STAR 4 ACC (Max 4) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 93
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 8 Toddlers 1:5 10 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). Of 5 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Jan 8, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Accredited Institution Approved by PDE; 2026-01-083270.31(c)(1)
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) | Comply with CPSL/CPSL information; 2026-01-08 | 3270.35(b)(2) | Bachelor's, 30 credits + 1 yrs; 2026-01-08 | 3270.66(a) | Locked or inaccessible; 2026-01-08 | 3270.76 | Building Surfaces; 2026-01-08 | 3270.77(a) | No peeling paint or plaster; 2026-01-08 | 3270.82(h) | Handwashing signs; 2026-01-08 | 3270.102(a) | Clean and good repair; 2026-01-08 | 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) | Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates; 2026-01-08 | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) | Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mo; 2026-01-08 | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(e)(3) | Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Dis; 2026-01-08 | 3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(3) | ACIP recommended immunization record /Dismissal policy; 2026-01-08 | 3270.135(a)(3) | Disposable diapers; 2026-01-08 | 3270.151(c)(2) | Mantoux TB
Jan 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Locked or Inaccessible; 2025-01-103270.66(a)
3270.66(b) | Original container; 2025-01-10 | 3270.75(b) | Inaccessible to children; 2025-01-10 | 3270.75(c) | Has all items; 2025-01-10 | 3270.76 | Building Surfaces; 2025-01-10 | 3270.82(g) | Clean and good repair; 2025-01-10 | 3270.102(a) | Clean and good repair; 2025-01-10 | 3270.103 | Small Toys and Objects; 2025-01-10 | 3270.106(f) | 2 feet apart; 2025-01-10 | 3270.124(b)(3) | Parent home/work address, phone; 2025-01-10 | 3270.124(b)(5) | Information re: special needs; 2025-01-10 | 3270.124(b)(6) | Insurance coverage information; 2025-01-10 | 3270.124(b)(7) | Name/address/phone release person; 2025-01-10 | 3270.131(b)(1) | Infant: updated health report every 6 months; 2025-01-10 | 3270.131(b)(2) | Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months; 2025-01-10 | 3270.134(a) | Child's hands washed; 2025-01-10 | 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) | Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test; 2025-01-10 | 3270.152 | Adult Hygiene
Jul 30, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- No Physical Punishment; 2024-07-303270.113(b)
3270.113(b) | No physical punishment
Jul 17, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- No Physical Punishment3270.113(b)
Apr 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Devices Must Be compliant/Director or Designated Staff Perso3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Complaints & Safety Record
- Adverse actions on record
- None