Jewish Community Center Daycare
Jewish Community Center Daycare is a certified child care center in Scranton, PA, with capacity for 108 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 12 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (5 of 12). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #13 of 24 centers in Scranton and has fewer citations per inspection than 77% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During a renewal inspection on 12/8/25, certification rep observed an open trash can used for food waste in the preschool classroom.
During a renewal inspection on 12/8/25, certification rep observed water-stained ceiling tiles in the pre k classroom.
Staff person # 1 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid. The pediatric CPR/First Aid training certificate on file for staff # 1 is dated 10/3/25.
During a renewal inspection on 12/8/25, the emergency contact form on file for child # 1 did not include the parent's work address and phone number.
During a renewal inspection on 12/10/24, rep observed a crack in a clear bin used to store toys in the young toddler classroom and a wooden puzzle toy with a splintered edge in the older toddler classroom.
During a renewal inspection on 12/10/24, certification rep observed plastic bags in an unlocked cabinet in the young toddler classroom.
More than 12 months passed between fire safety trainings for staff person # 1 as evidenced by the training certificates dated 9/8/23 and 11/15/24.
The fee agreements on file for children # 1-5 have no "services provided."
While at the facility unannounced on 12/20/23 the inspector observed peeling paint in the toddler room, on the rear right-side wall, accessible to children.
While at the facility for the unannounced renewal inspection on 12/14/22 the inspector observed the file for staff #1 and noted the staff was hired with a volunteer Child Abuse clearance versus the required employment Child Abuse clearance.
While at the facility for the unannounced renewal inspection on 12/14/22 the inspector observed the file for child #1 and noted that there was no proof of having an Influenza immunization on file for 2021.
While at the facility for the unannounced renewal inspection on 12/14/22 the inspector observed the file for staff #1 and noted that staff #1 last had a health assessment on 11/20/20. Staff #3 has a health assessment and TB screening on file that are both after their first day of working in childcare.
“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) | $57.00 | $57.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $57.00 | $57.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $53.00 | $53.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $51.00 | $51.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $45.00 | $35.00 |
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 Jewish Community Center Daycare 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 Dec 14, 2022 (background checks): “While at the facility for the unannounced renewal inspection on 12/14/22 the inspector observed the file for staff #1 and noted the staff was hired with a volunteer Child Abuse clearance versus the required employment…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Jewish Community Center Daycare?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Jewish Community Center Daycare since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Jewish Community Center Daycare’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Dec 18, 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 Jewish Community Center Daycare compare with other daycares in Scranton?
It is #13 of 24 centers in Scranton by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 77% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Jewish Community Center Daycare last inspected?
Dec 8, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Jewish Community Center Daycare cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $57.00 for newborn, $57.00 for infant, $53.00 for young toddler, $51.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Jewish Community Center Daycare?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Jewish Community Center.
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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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