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The Schoolhouse Day Care

161 N Main St, Shavertown, PA 18708 · Luzerne County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

The Schoolhouse Day Care is a certified child care center in Shavertown, PA, with capacity for 42 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 38 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 38). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #83 of 102 centers in Luzerne County and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 76% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #83 of 102 centers in Luzerne County
2 Core-safety citations
36 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
38 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 11, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 4, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 8, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Jan 26, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 11
Records & paperwork 10
Health & medication 6
Emergency preparedness 4
Training & qualifications 4
Background checks 2
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Dec 11, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The NSOR clearances on file for Staff #1 and Staff #2 were not updated within the required 60-month time frame, as evidenced by the dates of the clearances on file as follows: Staff #1 (2/7/20 and 11/20/25) and Staff #2 (1/23/20 and 12/1/25). Staff #1 acknowledged that both staff had routine interaction and direct contact with children during this lapse. The only NSOR Clearance on file for Staff #6 (see code sheet for first day with children) was dated 5/9/25, which Staff #1 acknowledged was after Staff #6 began having routine interaction and direct contact with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “For new hires, have all required clearances turned in before they start working with children. For updated clearances, be sure they are updated before the 5 year time frame expires. Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #6 have current/valid NSOR clearances on file. The operator will comply with the CPSL…”
Citation Dec 11, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
The emergency plan on file was last reviewed 2/23/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Update emergency plan annually as needed. Document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and file it at the center. The emergency plan was reviewed and proof of this is on file at the facility.”
Citation Dec 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Nivea intense healing lotion, labeled "keep out of reach of children", was observed on a wooden shelf, near the metal cabinet, in the Preschool Room. This lotion was accessible to the preschoolers being supervised in that room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Place the hand lotion in the locked cabinet since it says to 'keep out of reach of children'.”
Citation Dec 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The restroom near the Infant Room had one toilet with two exposed bolts near its base.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Cover bolts on toilet in the restroom near the Infant Room.”
Citation Dec 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Four plastic bags were observed in the bottom drawer of a plastic white shelf that was located in the Toddler Room. These bags were accessible to the toddlers being supervised in that room and Staff #6 acknowledged that the children were still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Remove bags from drawer and place the utensils in a container with a lid for easy access.”
Citation Dec 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days as indicated by the following fire detection system testing logs that were on file: 1/3/25 to 2/3/25, 5/2/2025 to 6/2/2025, 8/1/2025 to 9/1/2025, 10/2/2025 to 11/3/2025
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Review dates for the testing of the fire detection system to be within 30 days throughout the year. The fire detection system will be tested at least once every 30 days.”
Citation Dec 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(3)
The file for Child #2 did not contain an initial health assessment provided within 60 days of enrollment that was less than one year old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Be sure that all child's health assessments are provided within 60 days of enrollment and less than 1 year old if the assessment is for an older toddler or preschool child.”
Citation Dec 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Child #2's most recent child service reports were dated 1/31/25 and 9/28/25. Child #3's most recent child service reports were dated 2/4/25 and 9/28/25. More than 6 months had lapsed between each report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Complete child service reports every 6 months on the children at the center.”
Citation Dec 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact information on file for Child #5 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Obtain addresses for the child's emergency form of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Dec 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The most recent financial agreement information on file for Child #3 was dated 11/13/24 and 9/5/25. More than 6 months had lapsed since a parent last reviewed, updated, and signed the financial agreement forms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Have parents review emergency contact and financial agreement information every 6 months or as soon as there is a change in the information. The financial agreement information on file for Child #3 is current and was reviewed, updated, and signed within the past 6 months.”
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Citation Dec 4, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.102(a)
The Preschool Room was observed to have three brown stained ceiling tiles and one dusty air vent. The Baby Room was observed to have three cracked ceiling tiles, two dusty air vents, and one brown stained ceiling tile by the cribs and highchairs. The staff restroom was observed to have two brown stained ceiling tiles. An air vent by the facility's entrance had a rough, rusted metal cover. The Older Toddler Room was observed to have two dusty air vents. The Older Toddler Room Restroom had an air vent with a rusted metal cover. The toilet in the Older Toddler Room Restroom had two exposed bolts, a rusted piece of metal behind the toilet, and a rusted water supply line.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 27, 2024): “Replace ceiling tiles with new ones; place bolt covers over the bolts on the toilets; cover water supply line with duct tape; cover rusted piece of metal behind toilet with duct tape; dust air vents; replace air vents in baby room and bathroom. The air vent by the facility's entrance that had a…”
Citation Dec 4, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
A hand washing sign was not observed at the sink in the Baby Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2024): “A copy of the handwashing procedure was placed by the sink during the inspection.”
Citation Dec 4, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
The trash can in the staff restroom and Older Toddler Room restroom was observed to be missing a lid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2024): “2 new trash cans with lids have been placed in the areas.”
Citation Dec 4, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
Written notification of safe routes was not observed to be posted at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2024): “The safe routes have been posted in our lobby of the center.”
Citation Dec 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not complete pediatric first-aid and CPR training prior to the previous trainings expiring after 2 years. This is evidenced by the following training dates: Staff #2: 7/8/21 and 12/28/23; Staff #3, #4 and #5: 11/5/21 and 12/28/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2024): “Planned Pediatric First Aid / CPR once I realized that the staff members first aid expired. Staff #2, #3, #4, and #5 are currently compliant with pediatric first-aid and CPR.”
Citation Dec 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Child #4 and Child #5 had child service reports on file. However, the facility was not using the Department's child service report or the Department's other approved forms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2024): “Complete the child service reports for each child and update every 6 months. An updated child service report, using the Department's child service report or the Department's other approved forms, was completed for Child #4 and Child #5.”
Citation Dec 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact information on file for Child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2024): “Have parent of child provide the address for the designated person for whom the child can be released.”
Core safety Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A renewal inspection was continued on 1/3/24. Facility person #1 has an FBI clearance dated 1/6/16, Mandated Reporter clearance dated 6/3/16. Both clearances have expired. Facility person #1 has no NSOR clearance on file. Facility person #1 is identified as a volunteer and has regular contact with the children. Facility person #1 has current PSP clearance, Child Abuse Clearance and a signed disclosure statement on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “Staff person #1 will not present at the facility until all clearances are received. Once Mandated reporter, NSOR and FBI clearances are received credentials will be placed in staff file.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/8/23. The facility's emergency plan does not address continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator will develop a continuity of operations plan for the center.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/8/23. In the older toddler area, an uncovered accessible outlet was observed in the back of the room on the green wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “A plug cover was installed and outlet cleaned so it goes back to safety mode.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/8/23. Cert rep observed chipping and peeling paint on the blue wall in the young toddler area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator covered the chipped paint with contact paper.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/8/23. In the infant area, the diaper changing area does not have a source of running water for handwashing. The staff have to pass thru safety gates to access the bathroom to wash their hands.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The infant diaper changing area was rearranged and the safety gate was removed allowing staff access to the bathroom to wash their hands without having to pass thru safety gates.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
A renewal inspection was continued on 1/3/24. Child #4 does not have an updated health report in the last six months. The last health report is dated 5/12/23. Please see code sheet for child 4's DOB.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator contacted the parent to get an updated health assessment. Updated health assessment was placed in child's file.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
A renewal inspection was continued on 1/3/24. Child #2 does not have an updated health report in the last 12 months. The last health report is dated 2/1/22. Please see code sheet for child 2's DOB.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator contacted the parent to get an updated health assessment. Updated health assessment was placed in child's file.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP/Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)/3270.131(d)(7)
A renewal inspection was continued on 1/3/24. Child #3 has health visit summary reports on file which are not acceptable as health reports because it is not signed by a physician and does not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Please see code sheet for child 3's DOB and DOA.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator contacted the parents, and the parents provided a health assessment for the child. The health assessment was placed in the child's file.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
A renewal inspection was continued on 1/3/24. Child #2's immunization record indicates the child has only two doses of DTAP/IPV/HIB, two Hep B doses and two doses of Pneumococcal vaccine. Child #2 also does not have Hep A, MMR, and Varicella vaccines. There is no exemption letter or doctor's letter in child's file. The child is over six months of age. This is not in accordance with the ACIP recommended schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator reached out to the parent for the child's updated vaccination record and placed in the child's file.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/8/23. Child #6 has a prescription medication albuterol present at facility and does not have written parental consent to administer the child's medication.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator spoke to the parent and the child no longer needs the medication. The parents removed the medication from the facility.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/8/23. The fire detection log indicates the alarms were tested more than 30 days apart on four occasions, 1/18/23-2/21/23, 5/19/23-6/21/23, 7/20/23-8/22/23, and 8/22/23-9/25/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator will test the smoke detectors every 30 calendar days and document on the fire detection log.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
A renewal inspection was continued on 1/3/24. The operator acknowledged that a copy of the emergency plan was not sent to the county EMA.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “A copy of the emergency plan was sent to Luzerne County emergency management agency.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
On 12/8/23, during renewal inspection the director was fulfilling ratio and was unable to provide cert rep with access to records. Cert rep returned on 1/3/24 and the director provided records to complete inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator will ensure that all records are accessible for DHS cert reps.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons/Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)/3270.123(a)(6)
A renewal inspection was continued on 1/3/24. Child(ren) #1 and #5 did not list a release person on the fee agreement. Child #1's fee agreement did not list date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator had the parents list release persons on the fee agreement and the date of admission for child #1 was added to the fee agreement.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)
A renewal inspection was continued on 1/3/24. Child(ren) #1, #2, and #4 did not list the parent's work address and phone number on the emergency contact form. Child #2 did not list the release persons address on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator had the parents of child(ren) #1, 2, and 4 update their emergency contact forms to include all the information missing.”
Citation Dec 8, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/8/23. The operator acknowledged that emergency contact forms were not present in the childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The operator added the emergency contact forms to the facilities emergency bag.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #-2- has not completed the First aid & CPR required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet):
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Attend a Pediatric first aid/CPR CLASS on Saturday, December 17th”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #-1- has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Attend a Pediatric First Aid/CPR training with a PQAS certified trainer”
Citation Jan 26, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The facility has not conducted an annual emergency lock-down drill. The regulation went into effect on 12/19/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2022): “Will conduct an emergency lock-down drill as soon as possible and will document it.”
Citation Jan 26, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Facility person #1 does not have an annual evaluation on file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2022): “Will complete a written annual evaluation for facility person #1 and will keep on file.”
Citation Jan 26, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Child files #1 and 2 are missing the addresses of release persons on the emergency contact forms
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2022): “Will have the parents add the addresses of the release persons for child #1 and 2 to the emergency contact form.”

“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) $44.00 $44.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $44.00 $44.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $42.00 $42.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $40.00 $40.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $38.00 $38.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $32.00 $24.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $32.00 $24.00

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

Capacity 42 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 2, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Nov 2, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator The Schoolhouse Day Care Centers INC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 674-4030
State certificate # CER-00249517
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Common questions

Has The Schoolhouse Day 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 Dec 11, 2025 (background checks): “The NSOR clearances on file for Staff #1 and Staff #2 were not updated within the required 60-month time frame, as evidenced by the dates of the clearances on file as follows: Staff #1 (2/7/20 and 11/20/25) and Staff #2…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about The Schoolhouse Day Care?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Schoolhouse Day Care since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is The Schoolhouse Day Care’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Nov 2, 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 The Schoolhouse Day Care compare with other daycares in Luzerne County?

It is tied for #83 of 102 centers in Luzerne County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was The Schoolhouse Day Care last inspected?

Dec 11, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does The Schoolhouse Day Care cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $44.00 for newborn, $44.00 for infant, $42.00 for young toddler, $40.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs The Schoolhouse Day Care?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Schoolhouse Day Care Centers INC.

Certified centers nearby

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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