Kids Court Childcare & Learning Center
278 Gerald St, State College, PA
4.1· 9 reviews
C3 Kids
- licensed capacity
- 274
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About C3 Kids
C3 Kids is a child care center in State College, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 274 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with preschool and summer camp.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 274 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 274 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
C3 Kids has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for C3 Kids
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 274 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00259384
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 11, 2026: 10 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 9 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Background checks 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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May 11, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff #3 had a health assessment dated 4/25/26, which was not completed prior to working with children. Staff #4 did not have a health assessment on file. Staff #5 did not have a health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“In the infant room, a changing pad and a blue chair were observed to have ripped corners with foam accessible to children. In Room 10, a blue chair was observed to have ripped corners with foam exposed and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In room 22, a bottle of all purpose cleaner was observed to be accessible to children above the sink. Corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff #1 had an NSOR dated 9/22/20 and did not have an updated NSOR on file. Staff #1 may not work in a child care position until an NSOR clearance is updated and on file. Staff #2 had an NSOR clearance dated 4/27/26, which was not completed before working with children. Staff #4 had a state police clearance dated 4/22/26 and a child abuse clearance dated 4/22/26, which were not completed prior to working with children. Staff #4 does not have an NSOR or FBI clearance on file. Staff #4 may not work in a child care position until clearances are obtained and on file. Staff #5 did not have a state police clearance, Child abuse clearance, or NSOR on file. Staff #5 may not work in a child care position until all clearances are obtained and on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff #5 did not complete Health and Safety Training within 90 days of hire. Staff #5 does not have Health and Safety Training on file. Staff #5 must be supervised by a qualified staff (AGS or higher with all pre-service trainings completed) at all times. If there is no staff to supervise staff #5, then staff #5 may not work in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“In room 12, staff #5 and staff #2 were observed to be working with children. Neither staff #2 nor staff #5 had completed Pediatric CPR/First Aide on file. In room 16 staff #4 was observed to be working along with children. Staff #4 did not have an FBI clearance, NSOR clearance or Pediatric CPR/First Aide on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.94(a)/3270.94(a)(1) Director or designated staff person responsibility/Every 60 days
“Fire Drills were observed to be conducted greater than 60 days apart on the following occasions: 5/27/25-6/27-25, 7/23/25-8/25/25, and 12/12/25-1/15/26”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff #5 did not complete Pediatric CPR/First aid within 90 days of hire. Staff #5 does not have valid CPR/First Aid on file. Staff #5 must be supervised by a qualified staff (AGS or higher with all pre-service trainings completed) at all times. If there is no staff to supervise staff #5, then staff #5 may not work in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff #5 did not have verification of education or child care experience on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“Staff #2 did not have a TB screening on file. Staff #4 did not have a TB screening on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
Feb 20, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“On 2-20-26 an unannounced visit was conducted. It was determined that on 2-4-26, Staff #1 used inappropriate language in the presence of Child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026
- Oct 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the Renewal Inspection 5-27-25; peeling paint was observed in the Toddler Room 15 on the wall near the bathroom entrance. This was brought to the attention of the Director.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2025
- Mar 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 2 earlier visits
- Dec 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about C3 Kids
Is C3 Kids licensed?
Yes. C3 Kids is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was C3 Kids last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 11, 2026, with 10 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has C3 Kids had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 3 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 12 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can C3 Kids care for?
274, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does C3 Kids accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are C3 Kids' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does C3 Kids cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 237-6263 to ask.
What is C3 Kids' phone number?
(814) 237-6263.
Where is C3 Kids?
200 Ellis Pl, State College, PA 16801. The nearest other daycare we list is Kids Court Childcare & Learning Center, 1.1 miles away.