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Bright Star Learning Center Ii
745 S Mill St, New Castle PA 16101 · License #CER-00248155 · Child Care Center
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- (724) 965-8048
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- 745 S Mill St, New Castle PA 16101 · Directions
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When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 71 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.71 · Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.
The baseboard heating register accessible to children in the upstairs toddler 2 room was 132 degrees Fahrenheit when touched.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
The cold air register in the upstairs toddler 2 room on the floor by the diaper table was bent up causing a tripping hazard. In the preschool room under the TV the rug was fraying. In the outside space the dryer vent pipe coming out of the wall was cracked causing a pinching hazard.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In the upstairs toddler 2 room there was peeling paint around the heating register by the entrance.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
Child #3, 4, and 5 files contained a child service report dated 10/2025 which is more than 6 months after date of enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Nov 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Child #1's file did not contain the health insurance coverage.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Child #2's two most recent 6-month review signatures for the emergency contact form on file are dated 11/15/24 and 6/16/25 which is more than 6 months apart.
Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The two most recent health assessments for child #2, (See LIS Code Sheet), are dated 12/20/23 and 1/2/25 which are more than 12 months apart.
Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Child #2's two most recent 6-month review signatures for the financial agreement on file are dated 11/15/24 and 6/16/25 which is more than 6 months apart.
Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The last document emergency drill was dated 10/25/24 which is more than 12 months ago.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2025
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
There was dirt on the window ledges in the Toddler 2 room and the ceiling fan had thick layers of dust on the paddles.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2025
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
There was peeling paint on the window ledges, baseboards, and cupboards throughout the Toddler 2 room. In the hallway outside the entrance to the Toddler 2 room, some of the paint was ripped off the wall.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
The trash can in the children's bathroom upstairs lacked a cover.
Corrected by Jul 29, 2025
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
Documentation of the fire alarm system tests showed more than 30 days between testing: 1/3/25 and 2/28/25; 3/28/25 and 4/28/25.
Corrected by Jul 29, 2025
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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 5 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff #1 was observed to not contain Ohio clearances within 45 days of hire(See LIS Code sheet). The file for staff #2 was observed to contain a state police clearance that did not include the dissemination date which makes it invalid. A new state police clearance was obtained for staff #2 on 11/18/24. The file for staff #3 was observed to contain a state police clearance that did not include the dissemination date which makes it invalid. A new state police clearance was obtained on 11/18/24. The file for staff #5 was observed to contain a state police clearance that did not include the dissemination date which makes it invalid.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2024
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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
In the toddler 2 room was a brown extension cord that was missing outlet covers. In the old infant room 3 outlets were missing protective covers.
Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
In the toddler 2 room there was a spray bottle marked as containing a bleach solution that was on the counter in the eating area accessible to children. In the old infant room under sink in an unlocked cabinet was a hand sanitizer that stated keep out of reach of children accessible to children.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.72(c) · Screens shall be in good repair.
In the toddler 2 room the screen to the window in the eating area has a large hole in it.
Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
- Violation
3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
In the toddler 2 bathroom, which is on the 2nd floor, the window was open with no locks to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
- Violation
3270.74 · The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.
In the toddler 1 room the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted.
Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
The first aid kit in the toddler 2 room was missing tweezers.
Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
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3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
In the toddler 2 room there was a nail protruding from the bottom draw of the built ins. In the old infant room, the wallpaper was peeling and not in good repair. The outdoor carpet in the outdoor play space was bunching up causing a tripping hazard.
Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In the toddler 2 room there was peeling paint under the window in with the A/C on the left. In the grass outdoor play space there was peeling paint around the windows.
Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
In the school age room bathroom, a hand washing sign was missing from above the toilet.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
In the toddler 2 room in the eating area the middle draw contained plastic bags accessible to children. In the Pre-K Counts room were foam blocks with teeth marks.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
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3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
The cubbies outside the bathroom in the toddler 2 room was not attached to the wall making it unstable when touched. In the old infant room was a tall white cabinet that was not attached to the wall making it unstable when touched.
Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
- Violation
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
In toddler 1 room the thermometer in the refrigerator was broken.
Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
There was no daily schedule posted in the old infant room.
Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Child #1 and 2's financial agreements were missing the fee amount.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The financial agreement for child #3 did not contain arrival and departure times.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The financial agreement for child #3 did not contain the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
The financial agreement for child #4 did not contain the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Child #1's file did not contain the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Child #2's file was missing the address for one individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Child #2's, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), two most recent health assessments are dated 11/28/22 and 8/27/24 which are which are more than 12 months apart.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
In the file for staff #3 was a doctors appointment summary which was not acceptable as a staff health assessment. Staff #5 two most recent health assessments are dated 11/17/21 and 1/18/24 which are more than 24 months apart.
Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
- Violation
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
The infant bottles were not labeled.
Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 will have until 15 days from POC requested date to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The fire alarm testing log contained the following dates 12/15/23-1/15/24, 1/15/24-2/15/24,3/15/24-4/15/24, 7/12/24-8/12/24, 8/12/24-9/12/24, 10/11/24-11/18/24 which are more than 30 days apart.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
Child #2's initial health assessment dated 11/28/22 was more than 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet). Child #3's initial health assessment dated 11/1/24 was more than 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The file for Staff #1 contains the Health and Safety Basics that was completed 8.26.16 which was prior to the acceptable dates and therefore needs to take the 10 hour Building Blocks training. The file for Staff #3 was lacking the one hour health and safety update training.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2023
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3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
The first-aid kit in the school-age room was lacking scissors.
Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
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3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The file for Child #1 contained an agreement form that was lacking the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The file for Child #2 contained an immunization record that was lacking the annual influenza immunization. The file for Child #3 contained an immunization record that was lacking 2 doses of DTAP, 1 dose of HIB, 2 doses of pneumococcal, 1 dose of polio, 1 dose of MMR, 1 dose of Varicella, 2 doses of Hepatitis A and the annual influenza immunization.
Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
The file for Staff #3 contained a TB screening that was done 8.31.21, which was more than 12 months prior to the staff's start date(see LIS code sheet).
Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for Staff #2 was lacking two written, nonfamily reference letters.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
The operator failed to provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations electronically.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The hot water temperature at the sink in the infant room was measured at 150 degrees Fahrenheit.
Corrected by Nov 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
Three exposed nails were observed in areas accessible to children in care in the Pre-K 2 room. A sharply edged metal brace clip was observed on a heating register in an area accessible to children in care in the School Age Room. Contact with said areas could result in laceration or puncture injuries. In an area accessible to children in the Toddler Room, two exposed screws were observed protruding from the wall which could cause puncture and/or laceration injuries.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
- Violation
3270.76/3270.82(g) · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
Two toilets used by children in care, one in the upstairs hallway and one in the Toddler Room, were observed to have upwardly facing, exposed bolts protruding from the base of each toilet in the area where the toilet is secured to the floor. Contact with said bolts could cause puncture and/or laceration injuries.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2022
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
A dime-sized area of peeling paint was observed near the closet door in the Toddler Room.
Corrected by Nov 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
An approximately 8"x12"x8" plastic storage bin in an area accessible to children in care in the Pre-K 1 Room was observed to have a cracked edge that could cause pinch point injuries. In an area accessible to children in the outside play space, a crack was observed on a plastic log cabin playhouse. Contact with said cracked edge could result in pinch point injuries.
Corrected by Nov 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
Facility lacked proof of purchase of the inter-connected smoke alarms.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2022
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Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Nov 17, 2025 inspection noted: “The baseboard heating register accessible to children in the upstairs toddler 2 room was 132 degrees Fahrenheit when touched.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jul 28, 2025 inspection noted: “There was dirt on the window ledges in the Toddler 2 room and the ceiling fan had thick layers of dust on the paddles.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Nov 18, 2024 inspection noted: “The file for staff #1 was observed to not contain Ohio clearances within 45 days of hire(See LIS Code sheet). The file for staff #2 was observed to contain a st…” — what has changed since then?
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