Child Development, Inc. - Pottsville Center
701 Mount Hope Ave Pottsville Center, Pottsville, PA
3.8· 9 reviews
Michelles Little Explorers
- licensed capacity
- 62
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Michelles Little Explorers
Michelles Little Explorers is a child care center in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 62 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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2
3
4
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10
12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 62 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 62 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Michelles Little Explorers has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Michelles Little Explorers
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 62 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00249866
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 27, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 11 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Aug 27, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the Renewal Inspection on 8/27/2026, Child #1 did not have a child service report on file that was completed within the previous 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the Renewal Inspection on 8/27/2026, the bathroom in the Preschool 1 classroom had an exposed bolt sticking out on the bottom side of the toilet in the back.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the Renewal Inspection on 8/27/2026, the emergency contact information and financial agreement for Children #1, #2 and #5 had not been reviewed and updated by the parent in previous 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
Jun 2, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 6/2/2026, the fire drill/fire detection log showed that the smoke detectors in the facility had not been manually tested since 5/1/2026. On 6/9/2026, the fire drill/fire detection log was up to date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“On 6/9/2026, Staff #2 had an updated health assessment on file dated 4/21/2026. However, this was after the first day of initial service in a childcare setting as a rehire. Staff #2 had a previous health assessment on file that was dated 5/28/2024, but this more than 12 months prior to their rehire date. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“It was verified through staff interviews that there was an incident at the facility on 5/26/2026 where Staff #1 restricted the movement of Child #1 by holding the child's hands on their lap while the child was sitting in a chair. The child was confined in a chair for at least a few minutes due to Staff #1 holding the child's hands down and not allowing the child to get up from the chair.”
Jun 2, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 6/2/2026, the fire drill/fire detection log showed that the smoke detectors in the facility had not been manually tested since 5/1/2026. On 6/9/2026, the fire drill/fire detection log was up to date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“On 6/9/2026, Staff #2 had an updated health assessment on file dated 4/21/2026. However, this was after the first day of initial service in a childcare setting as a rehire. Staff #2 had a previous health assessment on file that was dated 5/28/2024, but this more than 12 months prior to their rehire date. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“It was verified through staff interviews that there was an incident at the facility on 5/26/2026 where Staff #1 restricted the movement of Child #1 by holding the child's hands on their lap while the child was sitting in a chair. The child was confined in a chair for at least a few minutes due to Staff #1 holding the child's hands down and not allowing the child to get up from the chair.”
Dec 4, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.131(a) Health information
“On 12/4/2025, Child #1 did not have an initial health report on file. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2025
3270.36(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED, 15 credits + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff #1 was hired as an assistant group supervisor (AGS). On 12/4/2025, Staff #1 had verification of more than 15 college credits in the early childhood education field on file but did not have verification of at least 1 year of experience with children on file to be qualified as an assistant group supervisor (AGS). See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“On 12/4/2025, Staff #1 had a health assessment on file dated 9/6/2024. Staff #2 had a health assessment on file dated 4/30/2024. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 12/4/2025, Staff #1 did not have any written, nonfamily references on file. See LIS code sheet”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2025
Oct 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During an unannounced inspection on 10/29/2025, the fire drill/fire detection log showed that the fire alarm system was manually tested on 10/23/2025. The operator reported that the facility started operating on 9/22/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2025
- Sep 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Michelles Little Explorers
Is Michelles Little Explorers licensed?
Yes. Michelles Little Explorers is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Michelles Little Explorers last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 27, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Michelles Little Explorers had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Michelles Little Explorers care for?
62, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Michelles Little Explorers accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Michelles Little Explorers' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Michelles Little Explorers cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 593-8353 to ask.
What is Michelles Little Explorers' phone number?
(570) 593-8353.
Where is Michelles Little Explorers?
2 Park St, Pottsville, PA 17901. The nearest other daycare we list is Child Development, Inc. - Pottsville Center, 1.1 miles away.