Tiny Treasures Child Care Center · Jermyn
1104 Route 6 Unit 2, Jermyn, PA 18433 · Lackawanna County
1 complaint investigation found violations
Keystone STAR 1
Tiny Treasures Child Care Center is a certified child care center in Jermyn, PA, with capacity for 65 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 29 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (9 of 29). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #54 of 68 centers in Lackawanna County and has fewer citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
Fewer citations than 52% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#54 of 68 centers in Lackawanna County
4
Core-safety citations
25
Other citations
7
Inspections
1
Complaint investigations that found violations
29 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 3 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 29, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Building & playground safety
9
Records & paperwork
7
Training & qualifications
5
Background checks
3
Emergency preparedness
2
Sleep safety
1
Health & medication
1
Transportation
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Aug 13, 2026
Complaint investigation
Records & paperwork
Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)
During a complaint investigation on 8/13/26, operator stated they did not provide a parent with a copy of the family handbook and policies; the child's other parent was provided with a copy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 27, 2026): “Parent handbook copy was provided to parent.”
Citation
Aug 13, 2026
Complaint investigation
Records & paperwork
Release of information 55 Pa. Code §3270.184(a)
During a complaint investigation on 8/13/26, operator advised certification rep they did not provide a parent with the child's record after they asked for it because they did not sign the original enrollment paperwork for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 27, 2026): “Parent will be provided with original enrollment paperwork.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2026
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/29/2026. At that time, the letter provided to parents at enrollment explaining the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2026): “I included in the letter to our families the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. Any child with chronic medical conditions that may enroll, upon enrollment, this will be discussed with the family the accommodations we will…”
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
More than 60 months passed between NSOR verification clearances for staff # 1, 2, and 3. The NSOR verification dates for staff # 1 are 4/8/20 and 6/6/20, NSOR verification dates for staff # 2 are 2/3/20 and 6/6/25, and the NSOR verification dates for staff # 3 are 2/3/20 and 6/6/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2025): “1. All staff files have the required clearances as of the date of inspection. 6/30/25. 2. The operator will check files twice a year for clearances that are due. A written policy will be submitted to the regional office for approval before it is implemented. 7/14/25.”
Citation
Jun 30, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff persons #1, 2, 3, and 4 did not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR trainings on file expiring 6/30/22. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training for staff # 1, 2, 3, and 4 is dated 2/3/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Pediatric CPR/First Aid training certifications for staff # 1, 2, 3, and 4 are all current.”
Citation
Jun 30, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person # 5 did not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid. Training certificate for staff person # 1 is dated 2/3/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Pediatric CPR/First aid training for staff # 5 is valid at the time of inspeciton.”
Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.119
During an unannounced visit on 1/18/25, certification rep observed an infant sleeping in a pack and play with a toy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2025): “The staff was reminded that no toys can be in the pack and plays with a child and was discussed at the most recent staff meeting as well. There was a staff member in the room that is not normally in this class room.”
Citation
Jan 28, 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)
During an allocated unannounced visit on 1/28/25, cert rep observed the fire alarm test log to be out of compliance. The date for the last time the alarm test was documented is 6/17/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2025): “The log will remain current and up to date between myself and the director we will monitor and comply with this monthly to remain in compliance.”
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
More than 60 months passed between state police and child line clearances for staff person # 1 as evidenced by the state police clearances dated 1/30/19 and 5/9/24 and child line clearances dated 1/31/19 and 5/14/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2024): “We will comply with the requirement and make sure staff clearances do not expire and renew the required clearances prior to expiration date. Going forward Lori and I will both be reviewing this to make sure clearances do not expire.”
Citation
Jun 17, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the school age area of the front room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2024): “The ceiling tiles have been replaced. We do not own the space that we are in, we rent therefore it is difficult as we do not have control over this. I always notify the owner of the building as soon as a issue it brought to my attention. The issue is the landlord following through with the issues…”
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Citation
Jun 17, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
The health report on file for child # 1, a young toddler (see code sheet for DOB), is dated 9/22/23, therefore no longer valid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2024): “This child left care for the summer on June 7 and will be returning for the Fall 2024 in late August, I have sent a health assessment form to be updated prior to re-enrollment.”
Citation
Jun 17, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
More than 30 days passed between fire alarm test logs dated 3/28/24 and 5/21/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2024): “Going forward test will be done in 30 days this was miscalculation on Director part, will not happen again.”
Citation
Jun 17, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)
The agreement on file for child # 2 did not have the fee amount or date on which the fee is to be paid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2024): “The parent has completed the emergency contact with this information.”
Citation
Jun 17, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The agreement on file for child # 2 did not include the services to be provided to the family.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2024): “The emergency contact form does now include this information it was completed by Ms. Lori and reviewed by parent.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/16/23. At that time, the first aid kits found inside the emergency bags were observed on the floor of the preschool/school age room and on the floor of the older toddler bathroom and were accessible to the children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2023): “Staff immediately moved the first aid kits so that they were inaccessible to the children.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/16/23. At that time, water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the infant room, the preschool/school age room, and in the older toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2023): “The water stained ceiling tiles will be painted or replaced.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/16/23. At that time, the preservice training was reviewed for all staff. All of the staff hired prior to 12/30/22 had completed the required one hour health and safety training in January 2023. The one hour health and safety training update was required to be completed by 12/30/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2023): “Staff will complete the required preservice training within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED, 15 credits + 1 yr 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(3)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/16/23. At that time, the file for Staff Person #1 included a high school diploma and verification of 1 year experience working with children but did not include a copy of their college transcripts verifying at least 15 credits in the human services field.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 29, 2023): “Staff Person #1 will be an aide at the facility until college transcripts including at least 15 credits in the human services field are on file at the facility.”
Citation
Jun 16, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/16/23. At that time, the child service reports conducted by the facility were not completed using an approved assessment tool.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2023): “The child service reports will be conducted using an approved assessment tool.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/24/22. At that time, the file for Staff Person #1, an assistant group supervisor, was reviewed. The file contained volunteer PA State Police and PA Child Abuse Clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2022): “Staff Person #1 immediately left facility and returned with PA State Police Clearance and PA Child Abuse clearance for employment.”
Citation
Jun 24, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/24/22. At that time, the vanity in the preschool/school age bathroom was observed to have laminate peeling around the base.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “The vanity will be replaced.”
Citation
Jun 24, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/24/22. At that time, the playhouse on the young playground was observed to be filled with approximately a half inch of dirty, standing water. Many exposed bolts were observed on the playground fence.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “The playhouse will be emptied of water. The exposed bolts will be covered.”
Citation
Jun 24, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/24/22. At that time, a Step2 Rock Climbing equipment was observed on the older playground. It was installed over approximately 2-3 inches of rubber fill. The instructions manual found online for the equipment stated that it did need to be installed over loose fill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “Provider will remove Step2 Rock Climbing equipment from playground.”
Citation
Jun 24, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(e)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/24/22. At that time, the rubber mulch from the older playground was observed spilling onto the playground used by the infants and toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “The surfacing of the young playground will be redone and the rubber mulch will be secured onto the older playground.”
Citation
Jun 24, 2022
Inspection
Transportation
Age appropriate restraints/Manufacturer's instructions used 55 Pa. Code §3270.175(a)/3270.175(c)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/24/22. At that time, seven booster seats were observed in the van. Four graco booster seats, and two Costco booster seats were expired, stating that they should not be used 10 years after the date of manufacture. The graco booster seats were manufactured in 2011 and the Costco booster seats were manufactured in 2013. The remaining graco booster seat did not have the instruction manual in the vehicle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “The expired booster seats will be discarded. New booster seats will be purchased. The instruction manual for the booster seats will remain in the vehicle.”
Citation
Jun 24, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/24/22. At that time, the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants or toddlers at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “The emergency plan will be amended to include accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Citation
Jun 24, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 30 credits/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/24/22. At that time, the file for Staff Person #1, an assistant group supervisor, was reviewed. The file did not contain documentation of credit hours to qualify the staff as an assistant group supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “Staff Person #1 will bring in college transcripts containing acceptable credits to qualify as an assistant group supervisor. Staff Person #1 was unable to obtain college transcripts, and submitted verification of two years experience to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.”
Citation
Jun 24, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Review policies and procedures 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/24/22. At that time, the parent handbook did not include the facility supervision policy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “The supervision policy will be added to the parent handbook.”
Citation
Jun 24, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/24/22. At that time, the emergency transportation plan was observed in the preschool/school age room of the facility, but was not able to be located in the infant room, the young toddler room, or the older toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “The emergency transportation plan will be posted in each child care space of the facility and added to the emergency bags for each room.”
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Violation found
Aug 13, 2026
Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
About this center
Capacity
65 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Sep 27, 2027
Operator
Tiny Treasures Child Care Center INC
Hours
Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(570) 876-3942
State certificate #
CER-00258069
Common questions
Has Tiny Treasures Child Care Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Jun 30, 2025 (background checks): “More than 60 months passed between NSOR verification clearances for staff # 1, 2, and 3. The NSOR verification dates for staff # 1 are 4/8/20 and 6/6/20, NSOR verification dates for staff # 2 are 2/3/20 and 6/6/25, and…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Tiny Treasures Child Care Center?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Tiny Treasures Child Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Mar 16, 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 Tiny Treasures Child Care Center compare with other daycares in Lackawanna County?
It is #54 of 68 centers in Lackawanna County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Tiny Treasures Child Care Center last inspected?
Jun 29, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
Who runs Tiny Treasures Child Care Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Tiny Treasures Child Care Center 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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