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Treasure House Child Development Center-Monroe

1416 Monroe Ave, Scranton, PA 18509 · Lackawanna County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4

Treasure House Child Development Center-Monroe is a certified child care center in Scranton, PA, with capacity for 66 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 15 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 1 citation came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #11 of 24 centers in Scranton and has fewer citations per inspection than 81% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 81% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Fewer citations than most
#11 of 24 centers in Scranton
1 Core-safety citations
14 Other citations
8 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
15 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 21, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 21, 2026 · Inspection · no citation May 6, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Apr 8, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Jul 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Jul 24, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 27, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 27, 2022 · Inspection · citation found May 11, 2022 · Inspection · no citation Oct 14, 2021 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 4
Records & paperwork 4
Building & playground safety 3
Health & medication 2
Caregiver conduct 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 6, 2026 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
During complaint investigation, it was discovered that staff #1 had inappropriately handled a child by forcefully grabbing and lifting a child by the wrist. This can be seen from the facilities video footage. The facility reported the incident immediately upon being informed and terminated staff #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2026): “A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child (6/17/26). NCCS will create a written policy to address employee classroom frustration. The policy will give detailed instruction on how to communicate and to request to be removed from the classroom when…”
Citation Jul 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
It was observed in the Young Toddler room that the first aid kit did not have soap in it. It was observed in the Pre-K room that the first aid kit did not have tweezers. It was observed in the Older Toddler room that the first aid kit did not have soap and tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Assistant director will review first aid kids on the first of each month. Staff will review kits weekly and request and replace supplies as needed. Reviewers will initial and update each time they go through the kits.”
Citation Jul 24, 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)
The following dates indicate that fire alarm testing was not done within the 30-day requirement: 10/27/23, 11/27/23, 1/26/24, 2/26/24, 3/26/24, 4/26/24, 5/24/24, 6/24/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Director will put recurring monthly reminder in calendar every 29 days. We will pull the alarm in accordance with the DHS regulations.”
Citation Jul 24, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During staff file reviews, it was observed that staff #1 did not complete Pediatric CPR training within the 2-year requirement. The CPR training is dated for 2/26/22 and was not renewed until 4/23/24. During file review, it was observed that staff #1 and #2 did not have any proof of completing annual fire safety training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Director/ assistant director in conjunction with administrative office will assure all staff complete first aid/cpr training within the two-year requirement and fire safety training with the one-year requirement. All training lists and certificates will be placed in staff files upon completion.”
Citation Jul 24, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person #1 did not complete mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 1/28/2015 and was renewed on 12/11/2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Director/ assistant director in conjunction with administrative office will assure all staff complete mandated reporter within the 60-day requirement. All training lists and certificates will be placed in staff files upon completion.”
Citation Jul 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Child #3 did not have an updated child service report on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Assistant director will make and maintain a spreadsheet to keep track of all child assessments, child service reports, age & stages, work sampling and ounce when they are due.”
Citation Jul 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)
Child #1 did not have the address and phone number of their physician on their emergency contact sheet. Child #2 did not have the phone number of their physician on their emergency contact sheet. Child #3 did not have the address and phone number of their physician on their emergency contact sheet. Child #4 did not have the name, address, or phone number of their physician on their emergency contact sheet. Child #1 did not have the enrolling mother's work phone number on the emergency contact sheet. Child #2 did not have both enrolling parent's work address and work phone number on the emergency contact sheet. Child #3 did not have the enrolling father's work address and did not have both enrolling parent's work phone number on the emergency contact sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Director/assistant director will review all paperwork upon enrollment. Assistant director will make and maintain a spreadsheet to keep track of all child files to make sure paperwork is up to date and completed.”
Citation Jul 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)/3270.124(b)(7)
Child #1 did not have the health insurance policy number on the emergency contact sheet. Child #3 did not have the health insurance coverage on the emergency contact sheet. Child #3 did not have both health insurance/medical assistance coverage or policy number on the emergency contact sheet. Child #2 did not have the release person's address on the emergency contact sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Director/assistant director will review all paperwork upon enrollment. Assistant director will make and maintain a spreadsheet to keep track of all child files to make sure paperwork is up to date and completed.”
Citation Jul 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Child #3's emergency contact information had not been updated in a 6-month period. Current date is 11/6/23. Child #4's emergency contact information and financial agreement had not been updated in a 6-month period. Current date for both is 12/29/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Director/assistant director will review all paperwork upon enrollment. Assistant director will make and maintain a spreadsheet to keep track of all child files to make sure paperwork is up to date and completed.”
Citation Jul 27, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
While at the facility for the renewal inspection the inspector observed the staff files and found that staff #3 had a health assessment dated 12/5/19 and did not obtain another until 7/11/22. Staff #4 had a health assessment dated 7/2/21 and did not obtain another until 8/4/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2023): “All employees will be given one month notification of upcoming medical due; Center Director will complete Spreadsheet with 30 days' notice due.”
Citation Jul 27, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
While at the facility for the renewal inspection the inspector observed the staff files and found that staff #2 did not have any proof of having annual fire safety on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2023): “Center Director in conjunction with the administrative office will assure all employees have a photocopy of annual fire safety in their files, not just on the PD Register.”
Citation Jul 27, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #4 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022. Staff person #4 shall complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 8/25/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2023): “Staff # 4 will have training completed by 8/25/23.”
Citation Jul 27, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle/Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)/3270.133(7)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/27/22 for the renewal inspection the inspector found a bottle of Homeopathic Mucus removal for children in the toddler room cabinet. This medication had no name on it nor a medication log for administration.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2022): “The Homeopathic Mucus was removed immediately and thrown in the garbage in the office. It was believed to have belonged to an employee who resigned. Director will review importance to all staff regarding this regulation and inspect all closet space.”
Citation Jul 27, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/27/22 for the renewal inspection the director could not provide documented proof of having conducted an annual emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2022): “The director completed an annual emergency drill in June of 2022 but did not document this as the director was unaware that this was required. The director completed a annual emergency drill on 8/8/22 and documented this in the log. Director will complete annual emergence drill and complete a…”
Citation Jul 27, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/27/22 for the renewal inspection the inspector noted that the director had proof of having conducted the required every 30 days manual testing of the fire alarm system. The fire drill/detection log noted 3/22/22, 4/25/22, and then 6/22/22. The facility was missing the May and July 30 day testing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2022): “On 7/27/22 the director immediately corrected this issue and completed several manual pulls of the fire alarm system. The Director will now have fire drills every 29 days.”

“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 May 6, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation 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.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $52.00 $48.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $46.00 $42.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $43.00 $37.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $40.00 $36.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $40.00 $36.00

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 66 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Oct 14, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Jan 22, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Northeastern Child Care Services
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 341-0871
State certificate # CER-00259391
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
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Common questions

Has Treasure House Child Development Center-Monroe 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 May 6, 2026 (caregiver conduct): “During complaint investigation, it was discovered that staff #1 had inappropriately handled a child by forcefully grabbing and lifting a child by the wrist. This can be seen from the facilities video footage. The…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Treasure House Child Development Center-Monroe?

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 Treasure House Child Development Center-Monroe’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Jan 22, 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 Treasure House Child Development Center-Monroe compare with other daycares in Scranton?

It is #11 of 24 centers in Scranton by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 81% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Treasure House Child Development Center-Monroe last inspected?

Jul 21, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Treasure House Child Development Center-Monroe cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $52.00 for infant, $46.00 for older toddler, $43.00 for preschool, $40.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Treasure House Child Development Center-Monroe?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Northeastern Child Care Services.

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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