Bright Star Learning Center
NEW CASTLE, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address646 E WASHINGTON ST, NEW CASTLE, PA, 16101
CountyLawrence
Phone(724) 657-9221
Operating details
Capacity122
SubsidiesY
License dateDecember 5, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/28/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High17
- Medium6
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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646 E WASHINGTON ST, NEW CASTLE, PA, 16101, NEW CASTLE, PA 16101
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/28/2026
- High0
- Medium-High17
- Medium6
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk1/28/2026
Original label (3270.133(5))
In the Infant room there was Infant Tylenol that had an expiration date of 7/2025. Requirement: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. Correction: The outdated Infant Tylenol in the Infant room was disposed of immediately upon discovering it was outdated. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/28/2026 - Medium risk1/28/2026
No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))
In the Toddler 1 and 2 room there were multiple areas of peeling paint. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 classrooms were painted in the areas where paint was chipped. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/29/2026 - Medium risk1/28/2026
Heat Source (3270.71)
In the upstairs preschool rooms is baseboard heating with metal mesh covers accessible to children. When the mesh cover was quickly touched in Preschool room 3 it was extremely hot to touch and left a red mark on the certification representative's finger. Preschool 1 room's metal heater covers temperature was 297 degrees F and Preschool 2 room's metal cover was 289 degrees F. Requirement: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. Correction: Furniture was re-arranged to ensure the heat source was inaccessible to the children. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/28/2026
2025
- Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))
In the Pre-K 2 room there was hand sanitizer on the cubbies next to the sink that stated keep out of reach of children accessible to children. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: The hand sanitizer on the cubbies in the Pre K 2 classroom was removed from the classroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/23/2025 - Medium-Low risk9/23/2025
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)
In the Pre-K 2 room a protective outlet cover was missing near the water table. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Protective receptacle cover was placed in the electrical outlet. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/23/2025 - Medium risk9/23/2025
Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))
In the Pre-K 3 room there were cracked magna tiles not in good repair. In the toddler 2 room there was a cracked bin with rough edges that contained train tracks. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: The cracked magna tiles in the Pre K 3 classroom were removed and disposed of. The cracked bin in the toddler 2 classroom was removed and disposed of. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/23/2025 - Medium risk9/23/2025
Clean, good repair, proper size (3270.104(a))
In the Pre-K 2 room the middle child cubbies along the wall was unstable when touched. Requirement: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. Correction: The cubbies in the Pre K 2 classroom were attached to the wall for stability. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Information re: special needs (3270.124(b)(5))
The file for child #1 did not contain information on the child's special needs. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Correction: The emergency contact information for Child #1 was updated to include the special needs information from the child's parent. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c))
Child #1's, who is a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), two most recent health assessments are dated 4/1/24 and 6/6/25 which are more than 12 months apart. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: Child #1 had their latest health assessment on 6/06/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/23/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Original label (3270.133(5))
In the toddler 1 room was Infant Ibuprofen that had an expiration of 7/2025. Requirement: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. Correction: In the toddler 1 classroom the outdated Ibuprofen was removed from the classroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/29/2025 - Medium risk9/23/2025
Surfaces cleaned (3270.135(b))
In the toddler 2 room under the diapering mat was dirt and debris. Requirement: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering. Correction: The diaper changing surface in the Toddler 2 classroom was cleaned and sanitized. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/23/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 129/23/2025
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))
The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #1 were dated 7/17/21 and 11/2/23, more than 24 months apart. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: Staff person #1 had their last health assessment on 11/2/23. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/23/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs (3270.182(4))
The file for child #1 did not contain parental consent for administration for medication or special dietary needs. Requirement: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs. Correction: The file for Child#1 was updated and signed by the parent for medication administration and special dietary needs. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/24/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Name on bottle (3270.133(3))
In the Pre-K 3 room there was a prescription Albuterol inhaler without the prescription label. Requirement: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. Correction: In the Pre K 3 classroom, the Albuteral inhaler without the prescription label was removed from the classroom. Parent was contacted and informed that the prescription label was required. Parent provided the prescription label. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/26/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Written record (3270.94(a)(9))
The facility's fire drill log did not contain the names of the facility persons that participated in the fire drill. It only contained the number of people that participated in the fire drill. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill. Correction: The fire drill log was corrected to include the names of the facility staff that participated in the fire drill. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/25/2025
2024
- Medium risk9/13/2024
Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))
In Pre-K 2 room there were cracked magna tiles not in good repair and with rough edges. In Pre- K 3 room a Building Block with the trains had peeling paint along the edges. In the Pre-K 1 room was a cracked clear bin with sharp edges that contained play dough. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: Magna tiles were removed from Pre K 2, a building block was removed from Pre K 3, and a cracked clear bin was removed from Pre K 1. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/13/2024 - Medium-Low risk9/13/2024
Posted in group space (3270.111(b))
The toddler 1 room did not have a posted daily schedule. Requirement: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. Correction: A written plan of daily activities was immediately posted in Toddler 1. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/13/2024 - Medium-High risk9/13/2024
Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))
The file for child #1 did not contain 2 addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The file for child #4 did not contain 1 address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: The parent of child # 1 and parent of child # 4 were contacted to complete the emergency contact forms to include addresses of person to whom the children may be released Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/17/2024 - Medium-High risk9/13/2024
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.124(f)/3270.181(c))
The file for child #5's two most recent review dates for the emergency contact form are 2/22/24 and 9/4/24 which is more than 6 months apart. Requirement: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: Child was on vacation out of the state for approximately one month. Parent signed upon return Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/4/2024 - Medium-High risk9/13/2024
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(c))
The only health assessment on file for child #2, an infant age child(See LIS Code Sheet), is dated 12/11/23 which is more than 6 months prior. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: Child had Health assessment dated 7/11/2024 that parent did not return to us. Parent was notified and returned the updated health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/16/2024 - Medium-High risk9/13/2024
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c))
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), are dated 10/12/22 and 12/5/23, more than 12 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for child #3, an older toddler age child(See LIS Code Sheet), is dated 5/15/23 which is more than 12 months prior. The two most recent health assessments on file for child #4, who is a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), are dated 11/15/22 and 12/12/23 which is more than 12 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for child #5, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), are dated 11/6/22 and 3/13/24 which are more than 12 months apart. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: Child # 1 received health assessment on 12/5/2023, Child # 3 is unable to see pediatrician for health assessment until 11/13/2024. This is due to waiting for medical records from doctor that retired. Child # 4 received health assessment on 12/12/2023. Child # 5 received health assessment on 3/13/2024. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/20/2024 - Medium-High risk9/13/2024
Immunization record/Dismissal policy (3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3))
The immunization record on file for Child #2, an infant age child(See LIS Code Sheet), includes 2 of 3 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age and 2 of 3 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The immunization record on file for Child #5, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), includes 1 of 3 Hepatitis B vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; includes 3 of 4 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1 of 4 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 2 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; and 0 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. Requirement: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Correction: Child # 2, an infant has received the recommended vaccines. Parent of Child # 5 has informed Bright Star that she has strong objections to vaccinating her child. Letter will be attached and will be placed into the child's file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/20/2024 - Medium-High risk9/13/2024
Written consent (3270.133(6))
In the toddler 1 room was mupirocin that did not have a parent's written consent for administration. In the infant room was Infant Tylenol and Heartlyn Infants Ibuprofen Concentrated Drops that did not have a parent's written consent for administration. Requirement: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. Correction: The Mupirocin was removed from the classroom and returned to the parent. The Infant Tylenol and Infant Ibuprofen Concentrated drops were removed from the Infant classroom until the notes from parents and medication logs were completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/16/2024 - Medium-High risk9/13/2024
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3))
The file for staff #6 contained an initial health assessment dated 11/5/22 which is after date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff #2's two most recent health assessments are dated 7/19/20 and 11/23/22 which is more than 24 months apart. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: All Staff Health assessments are up to date at this time. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/13/2024 - Medium-High risk9/13/2024
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.181(c))
The file for child #5's two most recent review dates for the financial agreement are 2/22/24 and 9/4/24 which is more than 6 months apart. Requirement: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: Parent reviewed Emergency Contact Form and financial agreement and signed on 9/4/2024 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/13/2024
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$774/month
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About this daycare
- Location: NEW CASTLE, Lawrence County
- Capacity: 122
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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