Ventures in Learning is a certified child care center in Lake Ariel, PA, with capacity for 62 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 8 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for building & playground safety (5 of 8). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #2 of 14 centers in Wayne County and has fewer citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff #1's previous mandated reporter training is dated for 3/11/20. An updated training was not completed until 4/30/25. This date indicates that the mandated reporter training was not completed within the 60-month requirement.
During complaint investigation, it was observed that the following dates indicate that fire alarm testing was not done within the 30-day requirement: 11/1/24, 12/2/24, 1/2/25, 2/3/25, 3/3/25, 4/3/25.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/20/23. At that time, Pure Bright and Pine Quat cleaners were observed in an unlocked cabinet at floor level in the kitchen and were accessible to the children in care. Both were labeled "keep out of reach of children."
A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/20/23. At that time, a crack was observed in the playhouse in the corner of the playground, presenting a pinch hazard.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/14/22. At that time, a window in the large room upstairs was observed opened wider than 6 inches.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/14/22. At that time, an unlocked closet in the upstairs room was observed being used for storage filled with toys and other items posing a crushing hazard.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/14/22. At that time, the emergency plan did not include accommodations for the infants and toddlers at the facility.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/14/22. At that time, the director stated that the emergency drill had been conducted in October 2021, but it had not been documented.
“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) | $55.75 | $44.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $55.75 | $44.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $53.50 | $43.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $52.50 | $41.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $49.00 | $38.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $41.00 | $32.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $41.00 | $32.00 |
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 Ventures in Learning had any serious violations?
No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 8 other citations, listed above.
Have there been complaints about Ventures in Learning?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Ventures in Learning since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Ventures in Learning’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jan 23, 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 Ventures in Learning compare with other daycares in Wayne County?
It is tied for #2 of 14 centers in Wayne County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Ventures in Learning last inspected?
Jun 25, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Ventures in Learning cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $55.75 for newborn, $55.75 for infant, $53.50 for young toddler, $52.50 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Ventures in Learning?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is North Pocono Preschool INC.
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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