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Little Bear Learning Center

Drums, PA · Luzerne County
67 W Butler Dr, Drums, PA 18222
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Quick Facts

Capacity
14 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (570) 708-5205
67 W Butler Dr
Drums, PA 18222
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00259726
License Issued
Aug 13, 2026
Active Through
Aug 13, 2027
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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Little Bear Learning Center is a Child Care Center in Drums PA, with a maximum capacity of 14 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed the facility's rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will ensure that all rest equipment is individually labeled with the child's name and used only by that specific child. We will review our rest equipment to confirm that it is clean, age-appropriate, and in good condition. Any items not meeting requirements will be replaced. Staff will be reminded of the importance of labeling and maintaining rest equipment.
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed child #1 and child #2's agreements did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child. Corrected on-site 7/1/2026.

Correction Required: 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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Services provided was added to the agreements.
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed child #1 and child #2's agreements did not specify the date of the child's admission. Corrected on-site 7/1/2026.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Date of enrollment and date of birth was fixed right away.
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3) - Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care, and the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All emergency contact forms were reviewed and updated to include the child's physician or medical care provider's name, address, and telephone number, as well as the enrolling parent's home and work addresses and telephone numbers. Staff will review all enrollment paperwork for completeness before a child is enrolled and will conduct periodic file audits to ensure emergency contact information remains complete and current.
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact form was immediately updated to include the parent's signed written consent for emergency medical care. All children's files were reviewed to ensure the required written consent is on file.
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed that the emergency contact information was not present in the child care space for children receiving care in the space.

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.)
Child #1's emergency contact information was placed in the childcare space as required. All classrooms were checked to ensure each child's emergency contact information is readily available in the care area.
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the written consent signed by a parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent's signed consent for the administration of minor first-aid procedures was obtained and added to the child's file. All children's records were reviewed to ensure the required signed consent forms are complete and on file.
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Two written, non-family references were obtained and placed in Staff Person #1's personnel file. All staff files were reviewed to ensure the required documentation is complete and in compliance with licensing regulations.
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will obtain and place in staff person #1's file verification of child care experience, education, and training prior to providing services at the facility. All required documentation will be reviewed and maintained in accordance with regulations.
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed a gel air freshener child accessible in the bathroom. Corrected on-site 7/1/2026.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The air freshener was removed immediately and placed in a locked cabinet inaccessible to children.
2026-07-01 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026 observed that the bathroom door frame is in need of repair as the door stuck closed with the certification representative inside the bathroom unable to open the door until the certification representative and two facility staff pushed/pulled to open it.

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 bathroom door frame was repaired, and the door was adjusted to ensure it opens and closes properly without sticking.
2026-07-01 Renewal 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: During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/1/2026, the inspector observed the fire drill/detection log and found that the facility did not conduct a manual test of the fire alarms every 30 calendar days. The inspector observed a manual test dated for 5/18/2026 and the next having been dated for 6/18/2026. Manual test was conducted on-site 7/1/2026 and it was operational at the time of the inspection.

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.)
We will ensure that all fire detection devices and systems are brought into compliance with section 1016(c) standards.
2026-04-24 Initial review 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the facility's refrigerator did not have an operating thermometer placed in it.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A thermometer was placed 4/26/216.
2026-04-24 Initial review 3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) - Written plan/Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)

Description: Written plan/Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the facility did not have a written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group.

Correction Required: A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group. The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Plan of daily activities was posted, one in each room.
2026-04-24 Initial review 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection conducted on 4/24/2026 observed the facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations, managing financial issues.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility has updated it's emergency plan and will maintain the same unless something changes.

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