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BIG KIDS CASTLE

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Child Care Center

On record in Pennsylvania.

1008 6TH AVE, FORD CITY, PA 16226

Hours
5 AM–7 PM
Licensed for
30 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Amenities and accessibility

Service options

  • Onsite services

Planning

  • Appointment required

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

Ages and programs

Reported to DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning by BIG KIDS CASTLE and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.

Programs on record

  • School-age care

The public record

License number
104059297-0001
License status
LICENSED
License type
Child Care Center
Licensed capacity
30 children
Address
1008 6TH AVE, FORD CITY, PA 16226
County
Armstrong County
Website
Not listed
License issued
April 17, 2026
License expires
April 17, 2027

This page republishes the public license record maintained by the DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.

From Google

Recent parent reviews

The 6 most recent of 10 Google reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.

  • My daughter always wanted to go here but she was too young to. Last year she was able to transform to the BIG KID CASTLE & she absolutely loves it and so do I! She has type 1 diabetes and they are extremely good with caring for her and communicating!! They are the parents to our children when we can’t be! I love all the staff here and have build tremendous bonds just within this last year! Hope more too come! We love you!!

    Lara JonesOct 24, 2025
  • I can’t say enough positive things about this daycare. They had a huge impact on my son one the 8 plus years he was there. They treat every child like their own and go above and beyond for them. My som loved going there and I wish he was still young enough to go. I would highly recommend anyone looking for daycare to use them!

    Dianna KinnardOct 22, 2025
  • First and foremost, my child BEGS to return to BKG any chance he gets! Nick, Linda, Emma and anyone in between have made every encounter nothing but positive. As a mother who does everything for her babies, i appreciate the help and understanding when necessary. The friendships, the feeling of “family” is irreplaceable and my family is forever grateful! Anytime ive needed, theyve been there with open arms and forgiveness if i had forgotten a single detail about scheduling, etc. Highly recommend!

    Paige HeilmanOct 21, 2025
  • My kids went to big kids castle for years up until we moved. The staff there was so kind and caring. One of the employees would go out of her way to make cupcakes for the children’s birthday to celebrate. The owner Nick is one of the most kind hearted human beings I have ever met. My oldest son has adhd and he was always so patient with him. My youngest son dealt with some issues due to bullying at the local school and nick was always there for him. They would talk and both my kids truly connected with him. It’s been over a year since I’ve had them there and my kids still ask to stop by and see nick. Not only has he helped my kids through hard times but myself as well. I know I could openly talk to him about anything. He goes above and beyond for the kids there highly recommended to anyone looking

    Michaela GraftonOct 21, 2025
  • Big Kids Castle has provided care for many children in my extended family as well as my own child, Nick and his staff have always gone above and beyond to provide our kids with a friendly and above all safe place to hang out before/after school. The people he employs are consistent, we’ve been seeing the same faces there for years. Being a single mother like myself can make childcare complicated, no matter what happens, be it a last minute schedule change or a snow day, they always take it in stride and do what needs to be done to make sure the kids in their care have a fun time and are taken care of. They are also great with handling specific medical needs, ex: diabetes, allergies, autism/ADHD, and whatever else comes their way, no matter the child BKC will make sure they are included and enjoy their time with them. Without the Big Kids Castle myself and many people I know would be up a creek when it comes to covering those hours between school getting out and parents getting off work. I am and always will be grateful for the exemplary work these people do, because not many have the patience for it.

    K. K.Oct 21, 2025
  • We LOVE Big Kids Castle! My son was with Nick & Linda and moved to the Big Kids Castle when Nick started it. All the staff was very kind & understanding, they provided a safe, fun place for my son to grow and learn. They were very accommodating with my random schedules and I never worried when he was there! If he could have stayed there after he "aged" out, he would have! He still stops in to visit when we are in town just to say Hello to some of his favorite people!

    SuperLando 8Oct 21, 2025

Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.

How the reviews split

The 5.0 average comes from 10 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

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Questions parents ask about BIG KIDS CASTLE

Is BIG KIDS CASTLE a licensed child care provider in Pennsylvania?

Yes. BIG KIDS CASTLE holds Pennsylvania certificate 104059297-0001, listed as "LICENSED" by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning in Armstrong County. The current certificate runs to April 17, 2027. Confirm current standing at compass.dhs.pa.gov/providersearch before enrolling.

What is BIG KIDS CASTLE's Keystone STARS rating?

Pennsylvania rates BIG KIDS CASTLE STAR 1, on a scale of one to four where four is highest. That tier took effect on July 18, 2019. Keystone STARS measures programme standards such as staff qualifications and learning environment, not inspection outcomes.

Does Pennsylvania record a negative sanction against BIG KIDS CASTLE?

No. The state's provider dataset records no negative sanction against BIG KIDS CASTLE at the time the record was published. That is a single field in a snapshot, not a full compliance history, and it is not the same as a clean inspection record. The licensing inspection detail is at compass.dhs.pa.gov/providersearch.

Does BIG KIDS CASTLE accept child care subsidy?

Yes. BIG KIDS CASTLE holds a subsidy agreement with the state. The agreement covers these age groups: Preschool, School-age. An agreement means the provider can bill the subsidy programme, not that a funded place is free today. Eligibility is decided by your Early Learning Resource Center, Early Learning Resource Center for Region 3.

Does this page show inspection results for BIG KIDS CASTLE?

No. Pennsylvania completes at least one unannounced inspection a year at every licensed provider, and publishes the results through the provider search at compass.dhs.pa.gov/providersearch. Those results are not included here, and there is no open dataset of them, so nothing on this page reflects BIG KIDS CASTLE's inspection history either way. Look the provider up there and read the licensing inspection record.