International Institute of Erie is a certified child care center in Erie, PA, with capacity for 59 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 24 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 24). 8 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 58 centers in Erie and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The first aid kits in the Preschool and Toddler rooms did not contain soap.
In the Preschool room, six stained ceiling tiles were observed above the window in the far right of the room.
Two small areas of damaged, flaking plaster were observed on the wall in the indoor play space (to the far left).
At approximately 12:00pm on 7/23/2026, two young toddlers were observed to be napping in the Infant room in pack-n-plays that did not have two feet of space on three sides.
The most recent health assessment on file for Child #1, was dated more than 6 months ago (11/21/2025).
The immunization record on file for Child #1 lacked the following immunizations: one (1) dose of DTAP and one (1) dose of Pneumococcal with no Letter of Exemption on file.
The files for Staff Persons #1, 2 and 3 lacked appropriate documentation of a minimum high school diploma or general educational development certificate.
The Emergency Contact form for Child #1 did not include a complete address for the designated release person.
The file for staff person #1 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 11/6/19 and 3/26/25. The file for staff person #2 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 1/14/20 and 1/16/25.
The files for staff persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety trainings in file #1 were dated 6/23/24 and 7/1/25. The firesafety trainings in file #2 were dated 6/24/24 and 7/1/25. The firesafety trainings in file #3 were dated 6/25/24 and 7/1/25. The firesafety trainings in file #4 were dated 6/23/24 and 7/1/25.
In the outdoor play space, observed an orange square climber which had a crack on it causing pinch points to the children in care and observed exposed bolts in the outdoor play space fence.
The disclosure statements in the files for Staff Person #1 and #2 were on outdated forms.
Observed rust on the bottom of the metal door frame of the mid-level fire exit. Observed exposed bolts on the base of the toilet in the School Age restroom.
Observed peeling, flaking paint along the bottom of the fence in the outdoor School Age Playground.
The two basketball sets in the outdoor Preschool/School Age Playground were not secured, which creates a potential tumbling hazard.
The most recent immunization record in the file for Child #1 did not contain documentation of a flu shot administered within the past year or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.
The most recent updated health assessments in the file for Staff Person #3 exceeded 24 months between reports.
The Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training in the file for Staff Person #1 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's start date (See LIS Code Sheet).
Observed cobwebs, dirt and debris on the ceiling and along the window frame in the S/A bathroom. Observed leaves and weeds in the stairwell of the fire exit between the ground and first floor.
Observed a crack in the lid of the blue toy bin in the gross motor room.
The file for Child #1, a young toddler, did not contain an updated health report conducted within the past six months.
The immunization records in the files for Child #1 and #2 did not contain documentation of a flu shot administered within the past year or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.
The hot water temperature for the facility measured 115° F.
Observed flaking rust at the bottom of the entrance to the bathroom in the S/A Classroom.
“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.) | $65.00 | $48.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $62.00 | $47.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $56.00 | $45.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $52.00 | $42.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $48.00 | $36.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $48.00 | $36.00 |
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 International Institute of Erie 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 Jul 14, 2025 (background checks): “The file for staff person #1 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about International Institute of Erie?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at International Institute of Erie since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is International Institute of Erie’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Aug 27, 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 International Institute of Erie compare with other daycares in Erie?
It is #8 of 58 centers in Erie by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was International Institute of Erie last inspected?
Jul 23, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does International Institute of Erie cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $65.00 for infant, $62.00 for young toddler, $56.00 for older toddler, $52.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs International Institute of Erie?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Us Committee For Refugees And Immigrants.
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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