Tiny Steps Learning Center of Cherry Ridge
Tiny Steps Learning Center of Cherry Ridge is a certified child care center in Honesdale, PA, with capacity for 68 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 15 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (4 of 15). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #2 of 5 centers in Honesdale and has fewer citations per inspection than 69% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During a renewal inspection on 1/22/26, certification rep reviewed the emergency plan dated 12/19/25; no staff received training on this version of the emergency plan.
During a renewal inspection on 1/22/26, operator indicated an emergency drill was conducted in the Spring, 2025; there is no documentation on file at the facility.
During a renewal inspection on 1/22/26, certification rep observed the file of staff # 1, an assistant group supervisor. The written verification of experience is 1410 hours. There is no documentation of staff # 1 hours since starting at the facility to qualify them for the Assistant Group Supervisor position.
Staff person # 1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 3/10/20 and no new certificate on file. Staff person # 2 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous training. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file dated 3/16/20 and the current mandated reporter training on file dated 4/29/25.
During a renewal inspection on 1/14/25, certification rep observed several exposed bolts on the entrance gates to both the preschool and infant/toddler play areas.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/24/24. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The PA State Police Clearance (1/26/19), PA Child Abuse Clearance (1/26/19), and DHS FBI Clearance (1/29/19) on file for Staff Person #2 were more than 60 months old.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/24/24. At that time, a plastic bag was observed hanging in a cubby in the older toddler room and was accessible to the toddlers in the classroom. Plastic gloves were observed on the changing table in the toddler room where they were accessible to the toddlers in the classroom.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/24/24. At that time, the operator stated that Child #2 had been administered children's Tylenol at the facility but did not have a medication log for the child and the medication.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/24/24. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. Staff Person #1, an assistant group supervisor, did not have verification of any experience working with children on file at the facility. Staff Person #1 did have verification of high school education. Staff Person #3, an assistant group supervisor, did not have verification of any experience working with children on file at the facility. Staff Person #3 did have verification of high school education and 15 college credits in the human services field. Staff Person #4, an assistant group supervisor, did not have verification of any experience working with children on file at the facility. Staff Person #4 did have verification of high school education and 24 college credits in the human services field. Staff Person #5, an assistant group supervisor, did not have verification of any experience working with children on file at the facility. Staff Person #5 did have verification of high school education.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/24/24. At that time, the parent handbook did not include a supervision policy.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/24/24. At that time, the emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the address of the release person.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/24/24. At that time, the emergency transportation plan was not posted in each child care space.
An initial inspection was conducted 12/19/23. At that time, the emergency plan was reviewed. The emergency plan did not include a method to inform parents that the emergency has ended and how they can be reunited with their children.
An initial inspection was conducted 12/19/23. At that time, a stove was located in the kitchen area of the school age room.
An initial inspection was conducted 12/19/23. At that time, Staff person #1 had not completed the following required pre-service training: Health and Safety Topics and pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and is one of only two staff and must be supervised by at least an AGS who has completed the required preservice training.
“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.) | $60.00 | $60.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $55.00 | $55.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $44.00 | $44.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $35.00 | $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 Tiny Steps Learning Center of Cherry Ridge 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 Apr 24, 2024 (background checks): “A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/24/24. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The PA State Police Clearance (1/26/19), PA Child Abuse Clearance (1/26/19), and DHS FBI Clearance (1/29/19) on file for Staff…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Tiny Steps Learning Center of Cherry Ridge?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Tiny Steps Learning Center of Cherry Ridge since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Tiny Steps Learning Center of Cherry Ridge’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective May 31, 2024. 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 Tiny Steps Learning Center of Cherry Ridge compare with other daycares in Honesdale?
It is #2 of 5 centers in Honesdale 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 Tiny Steps Learning Center of Cherry Ridge last inspected?
Jan 22, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Tiny Steps Learning Center of Cherry Ridge cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for infant, $55.00 for young toddler, $50.00 for older toddler, $44.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Tiny Steps Learning Center of Cherry Ridge?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Tiny Steps Learning Center Of Cherry Ridge 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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