The Schoolhouse Day Care
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.
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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.
The emergency plan on file was last reviewed 2/23/24.
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.
The restroom near the Infant Room had one toilet with two exposed bolts near its base.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
A hand washing sign was not observed at the sink in the Baby Room.
The trash can in the staff restroom and Older Toddler Room restroom was observed to be missing a lid.
Written notification of safe routes was not observed to be posted at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/8/23. The facility's emergency plan does not address continuity of operations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/8/23. The operator acknowledged that emergency contact forms were not present in the childcare space.
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):
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.
The facility has not conducted an annual emergency lock-down drill. The regulation went into effect on 12/19/20.
Facility person #1 does not have an annual evaluation on file
Child files #1 and 2 are missing the addresses of release persons on the emergency contact forms
“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
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.
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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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