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Kreative Bears Preschool

1788 3rd Ave, York, PA 174035.0· 3 reviews
licensed capacity
35
open each week
5 days

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About Kreative Bears Preschool

Kreative Bears Preschool is a child care center in York, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 35 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Montessori, Play-based and Reggio Emilia approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMontessoriPreschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidy
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks through Pre-K
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
35 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks through Pre-K
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachMontessori, Play-based, Reggio Emilia
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity35 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Kreative Bears Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Kreative Bears Preschool

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
35 children
License number
#CER-00259269
See the state's record

Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 23, 2026: 5 rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Background checks 1
  • Safety and hazards 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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  1. Jun 23, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “Cert Rep observed that the staff file for Staff #2 only included one non-familial reference.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “In the Younger Toddler room, cert rep observed a dirty air vent in the ceiling.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a) Each staff person meets quals

      “Cert Rep observed that the file for staff #2 did not include verification of the education level and, or, childcare work experience hours, required for the position for which staff #2 was hired. Staff #2 cannot work alone with children until this verification has been provided.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The staff file for staff person #2 did not include an DHS FBI Clearance or a record that a DHS FBI Clearance has been requested.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “Cert Rep completed the initial facility inspection and observed the initial fire detection device test on 4/13/26. The fire detection testing log contained one date, 5/20/26. This date is 37 days after the initial inspection test date and 34 days before the renewal inspection date of 6/23/26. Fire detective device testing was not completed in a timely manner.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026

  2. Jun 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Kreative Bears Preschool

Is Kreative Bears Preschool licensed?

Yes. Kreative Bears Preschool is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Kreative Bears Preschool last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 23, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kreative Bears Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Kreative Bears Preschool care for?

35, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Kreative Bears Preschool accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Kreative Bears Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Kreative Bears Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (929) 313-3936 to ask.

What is Kreative Bears Preschool's phone number?

(929) 313-3936.

Where is Kreative Bears Preschool?

1788 3rd Ave, York, PA 17403. The nearest other daycare we list is Lots of Love Daycare, 1 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).