Bright Horizons at Scranton
Bright Horizons at Scranton is a certified child care center in Scranton, PA, with capacity for 145 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it twice. The state cited 7 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (3 of 7). All 7 came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #18 of 24 centers in Scranton and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Staff person # 1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 1/19/21. Staff person # 2 (see code sheet for DOH) does not have a valid NSOR certificate or state police clearance on file. Staff person # 4 does not have proof their FBI clearance was requested prior to their start date (see code sheet for DOH). The child abuse clearance on file for staff # 5 is dated 7/9/21, therefore no longer valid. More than 60 months passed between NSOR certifications for staff # 6 as evidenced by NSOR certifications dated 1/4/20 and 4/25/25. More than 60 months passed between FBI clearances for staff # 7 as evidenced by FBI clearances dated 4/29/20 and 5/7/25.
During a renewal inspection on 8/12/26, certification rep observed hydrangeas in the preschool outdoor play space accessible to children.
During a renewal inspection on 8/12/26, certification rep observed floor level glass with no visual identification in the PS 2 and PS 3 classrooms.
During a renewal inspection on 8/12/26, child files were reviewed. There is no immunization report or written exemption by the parent on file for child # 1 (see code sheet for date of enrollment).
During a renewal inspection on 8/12/26, staff files were reviewed. Staff # 1 was hired to be an aide. There is no proof of education or training on file to qualify them for this position at the facility.
Staff # 3 did not complete annual fire safety training. This is evidenced by fire safety training certificates dated 2/13/24 and 8/20/25
Staff persons # 1 and 2 did not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid. At the time of inspection, staff # 1 had a Pediatric CPR/First Aid training certificate dated 10/30/25 and staff # 2 had a Pediatric CPR/First Aid training certificate dated 5/25/25.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $68.73 | $68.73 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $68.73 | $68.73 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $65.68 | $65.68 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $63.88 | $63.88 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.35 | $56.35 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has Bright Horizons at Scranton had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Aug 12, 2026 (background checks): “Staff person # 1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 1/19/21. Staff person # 2 (see code…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Bright Horizons at Scranton?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Bright Horizons at Scranton since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Bright Horizons at Scranton’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4 (accredited), effective Nov 11, 2025. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does Bright Horizons at Scranton compare with other daycares in Scranton?
It is #18 of 24 centers in Scranton by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Bright Horizons at Scranton last inspected?
Aug 12, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Bright Horizons at Scranton cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $68.73 for newborn, $68.73 for infant, $65.68 for young toddler, $63.88 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Bright Horizons at Scranton?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Bright Horizons Childrens Centers LLC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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