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Little Bear Family
- licensed capacity
- 39
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Little Bear Family
Little Bear Family is a child care center in West Hazleton, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 39 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 29 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts 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 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 39 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 39 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Bear Family has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Bear Family
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 39 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00253918
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 25, 2026: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 29 rules in all · 29 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Records and paperwork 6
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Background checks 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safe sleep 2
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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Feb 25, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“On 2/25/2026, the emergency contact information on file for Child #3 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2026
3270.131(a) Health information
“On 2/25/2026, Child #1 did not have a health report on file. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 2/25/2026, the emergency contact information on file for Child #2, Child #4 and Child #5 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“On 2/25/2026, the emergency contact information on file for Child #3 did not include a home or work telephone number for the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“On 2/25/2026, the emergency contact information on file for Child #4 did not include the address for two of the individuals designated by the parent whom the child may be released. The emergency contact information on file for Child #5 did not include a name, address or telephone number for any individuals designated by the parent whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2026
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“On 2/25/2026, the record/emergency contact information on file for Child #1, Child #4 and Child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and also did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 2/25/2026, Staff #1 did not have any written, nonfamily references on file. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the Renewal Inspection on 2/25/2026, the file for Staff #2 did not document any hours of childcare training within the previous 12 months that could be counted towards the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2026
Oct 1, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During an unannounced inspection on 10/1/2025, the state police clearance and the child abuse clearance on file for Staff #1 were both dated 8/4/2020, which is beyond the 60-month mark, and no updated clearances were observed.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
Jun 26, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“On 6/25/2025, Child #1 and Child #3 did not have immunization records on file to verify that they have an immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 6/25/2025, the emergency contact information on file for Child #4 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“Upon arrival to the inspection on 6/26/2025, Staff #1 was observed working alone with a mixed age group of 2 infants and 3 young toddlers. The staff to child ratio for this mixed age group is 1 staff to 4 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“On 6/25/2025, the emergency contact information and the financial agreement for Child #1 has not been signed to be updated by the parent within the previous 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
3270.131(a) Health information
“On 6/25/2025, Child #3 did not have an initial health report on file. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): The pre-service health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2025
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“On 6/25/2025, the most recent health report on file Child #1, a young toddler was dated 9/25/2024. The most recent health report on file Child #2. a preschool child was dated 5/15/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2025
Mar 25, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
3280.31(e) Age and training
“Staff #1 and Staff #2 have not completed any hours of annual child training within the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 4/1/2025, Facility Person #3, a volunteer did not have the completed Pennsylvania child abuse clearance on file. Facility Person #3 was observed to be at the facility with children on 4/1/2025. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2025
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“On 3/25/2025, a container of Oxy Stain remover and wet mopping cloths were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom that is used by the children. Both items were labeled keep out of reach of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2025
3280.76/3280.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“On 3/252025, peeling paint and rotted wood was observed on the building in the outdoor play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2025
3280.119 Infant sleep position
“On 3/25/2025, Child #1, an infant was observed sleeping in a bassinet on their stomach. This is not the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. There was not any medical reason on file that Child #1 should not sleep in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2025
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 4/1/2025, the emergency contact information for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2025
3280.151(a)/3280.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“On 4/1/2025, Facility Person #3, a volunteer did not have an initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening required at initial employment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“On 4/1/2025, the record/emergency contact information for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and also did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2025
3280.94(a)(1)/3280.95(a) Every 60 days/FIRE DETECTION
“On 3/25/2025, the fire drill and fire detection log were up to date. However, the log showed that a fire drill was conducted on 11/6/2024, but not again until 1/8/2025. The log also documented that the fire detection system was manually tested on 12/5/2024, but not again until 1/8/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
May 10, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3280.105(a) Clean, age appropriate
“On 5/10/2024, The rest cots for the children were not labeled with the child's name or a number to match a chart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3280.94(a)(1)/3280.95(a) Every 60 days/FIRE DETECTION
“On 5/10/2024, the fire drill and fire detection log were up to date. However, the log showed that a fire drill was conducted on 1/8/2024, but not again until 3/12/2024. The log also documented that the fire detection system was manually tested on 3/4/2024, but not again until 4/23/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
3280.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“On 5/10/2024, the most recent health report on file for Child #1, a preschool child was dated 4/18/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“On 5/10/2024, peeling paint was seen in the Rear Room on the wall near the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Little Bear Family
Is Little Bear Family licensed?
Yes. Little Bear Family is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little Bear Family last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 25, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Bear Family had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 29 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 Little Bear Family care for?
39, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Little Bear Family accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Bear Family's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Bear Family cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 436-8877 to ask.
What is Little Bear Family's phone number?
(570) 436-8877.
Where is Little Bear Family?
39 N Broad St, West Hazleton, PA 18202. The nearest other daycare we list is Little All Stars Care Center, 0.1 miles away.