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Building Blocks Learning Center

Plains, PA · Luzerne County
1082 Rr 315 N PLAZA 315, Plains, PA 18705
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Quick Facts

Capacity
214 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (570) 208-2252
1082 Rr 315 N, PLAZA 315
Plains, PA 18705
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00250484
License Issued
Jan 16, 2026
Active Through
Dec 5, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 11

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About the Provider

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BUILDING BLOCKS LEARNING CENTER is a Child Care Center in PLAINS PA, with a maximum capacity of 214 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: 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: 3/20/2026 and 4/23/2026.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fire detection system will be tested at least once every 30 days. Documentation of each test will be maintained on file at the facility. The facility is currently in compliance, as the most recent fire detection system test was completed within 30 days of the previous test.
2026-01-16 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2025-09-17 Renewal 3270.133(4) - Locked Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(4)

Description: Locked

Noncompliance Area: A pink unicorn bookbag containing Top Care Health Children's Ibuprofen, Children's Tylenol, Top Care Health Children's Cough Syrup, and Cetirizine Hydrochloride Oral Solution was observed hanging on a wooden cubby shelf in the hallway outside of Preschool Prep C. These medications were accessible to children.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The medication was immediately moved from the backpack and placed in a secured, locked area.
2025-09-17 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the Preschool B Room was observed to be missing tape.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Tape was placed in the first aid kit immediately upon noticing it was missing.
2025-09-17 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The plastic cover on a floor drain in the Annex Bathroom was observed to be cracked and had rough edges. This was a potential scratch hazard.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The edges were smoothed and covered by duct tape for an immediate resolution.
2025-06-05 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: Through interviews and an investigation, it was determined that Staff #1 pushed Child #1 down onto their cot after Child #1 refused to nap. Staff #1 was terminated on May 27, 2025.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Plan of Correction Violation: 55 PA Code §3270.113(b) Description: A complaint alleged that Staff #1 pushed Child #1 onto their cot during nap time after the child refused to nap. While the staff member had already been removed from the classroom and subsequently terminated on May 27, 2025, our internal investigation did not substantiate the allegation. However, the Department has verified the complaint so a plan of correction is required. Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. 1. Immediate Corrective Action: Although our internal investigation did not confirm the use of physical punishment, Staff #1 had already been removed from the classroom setting and was formally terminated on May 27, 2025, due to broader performance and customer service concerns.
2025-06-05 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2024-09-16 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center was not observed by a telephone in the Primary C Classroom section of the West Wing.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Emergency Phone Number Posting was placed in the Primary C classroom, and it includes the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center.
2024-09-16 Renewal 3270.76/3270.102(a) - Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.102(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A cracked ceiling light cover was observed in Preschool Prep B. Two HVAC ceiling vents that were located in the Preschool Prep C classroom were observed to be covered in brown dust. One blue cot with torn mesh was observed in the Pre-K Prep B and Preschool Prep B classrooms. A screw, that was about ankle height, was observed to be protruding from a wooden kitchen table in the East Wing Playground. A staple, that was about hip height, was observed to be protruding from a wooden playhouse in the East Wing Playground. Both the screw and staple had pointed edges and posed a safety hazard.

Correction Required: 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. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The cracked ceiling light cover was replaced by the landlord. The ceiling vents were cleaned immediately. The blue cots that were torn were removed and discarded. The screw was removed. The staple was removed.
2024-09-16 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Chipped paint was observed on a wall in the library section of the West Wing.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The chipped paint was covered completely with duct tape.
2024-09-16 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: A sink, that was located near the entrance to the Annex Playground, was observed to be missing a lidded waste receptacle.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A lidded trash can was placed by the sink in the hallway.
2024-09-16 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2024-02-22 Incident Investigation 3270.76/3270.104(a) - Building Surfaces/Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.104(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: A dress up shelf in the Preschool Prep C classroom was not secured to the wall and fell on top of a 2-year-old child causing an injury to the child. The child was attempting to grab a stuffed animal on the top of the shelf and was able to pull the shelf on top of herself.

Correction Required: 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. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The dress up shelf was immediately removed from the childcare space.
2023-09-21 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was completed on 9/21/23. The infant room did not have emergency contact forms for the children in the childcare space. The emergency contact forms were kept in a separate room.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator uploaded the emergency contact forms for the infant room to the Tadpole app the center utilizes.
2023-09-21 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was completed on 9/21/23. In preschool prep room A, a ceiling tile had water damage.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator called maintenance to replace the damaged ceiling tile immediately.

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