Daydreamers Child Care
Daydreamers Child Care is a certified child care center in Clarks Summit, PA, with capacity for 110 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 15 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (8 of 15). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #36 of 68 centers in Lackawanna County and has fewer citations per inspection than 69% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During an allocated unannounced inspection, new staff files were reviewed. There was only one written nonfamily reference on file for staff # 1.
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/25, certification rep observed cracked tiles in the bathroom located next to the older toddler classroom.
Staff # 1 (see code sheet for DOH) had a Child abuse clearance dated 10/29/24. The previous clearance on file for staff # 1 was a volunteer clearance dated 9/22/20 and not valid for staff.
During a renewal inspection on 11/6/24, certification rep observed peeling molding behind two toilets in the girls bathroom. Certification rep also observed peeling molding behind the sinks in the boys bathroom.
A renewal inspection was conducted 11/1/23. A review of the staff files found that staff person #1 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training within 90 days of their date of hire.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/16/22. At that time, peeling paint was observed in the loft above the bookshelf.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/16/22. At that time, the mulch under the swings measured a depth of 6 inches. The mulch under the double slide measured a depth of 6 inches. Nine inches of mulch is required under embedded equipment.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/30/21. At that time, the file for Staff Person #1, date of hire 12/9/2020, was reviewed. The file contained a child abuse clearance for employment dated 6/4/15, which was expired at the time of hire for Staff Person #1. The file also contained a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 2/7/2020. The provisional hire period for Staff Person #1 ended on 1/23/21.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/30/21. At that time, the door to stage in the gym was not equipped with a lock. The toddler children had access to the cleaning supplies located on the janitor's cart just inside the door.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/30/21. At that time, approximately a dozen dead flies were observed on the window seat of the learning cube.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/30/21. At that time, peeling paint was observed next to the couch in the school age room.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/30/21. At that time, plastic bags were observed in unlocked cabinets at floor level in the young toddler room.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/30/21. At that time, the manufacturers' instructions for the booster seats used by the children were not present in the van.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/30/21. At that time, the files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, contained a high school diploma, 12 credits in the human services field, but did not contain verification of two years experience. The file for Staff Person #3, an assistant group supervisor, contained a high school diploma, but did not contain verification of two years experience. The file for Staff Person #4, an assistant group supervisor, contained a high school diploma, but did not contain verification of two years experience.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/30/21. At that time, the file for Staff Person #3 only contained one written letter of reference.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $56.40 | $56.40 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $53.40 | $53.40 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $51.40 | $51.40 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $49.40 | $49.40 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $43.40 | $43.40 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $43.40 | $43.40 |
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 Daydreamers Child Care had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 violations 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 Nov 6, 2024 (background checks): “Staff # 1 (see code sheet for DOH) had a Child abuse clearance dated 10/29/24. The previous clearance on file for staff # 1 was a volunteer clearance dated 9/22/20 and not valid for staff.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Daydreamers Child Care?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Daydreamers Child Care since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Daydreamers Child Care’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jan 23, 2026. 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 Daydreamers Child Care compare with other daycares in Lackawanna County?
It is #36 of 68 centers in Lackawanna County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 69% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Daydreamers Child Care last inspected?
Apr 30, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Daydreamers Child Care cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $56.40 for infant, $53.40 for young toddler, $51.40 for older toddler, $49.40 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Daydreamers Child Care?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Daydreamers Child Care 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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