YMCA of Carbondale

82 N Main St, Carbondale, PA 18407 · Lackawanna County

1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

Part of YMCA · 195 Pennsylvania locations

YMCA of Carbondale is a certified child care center in Carbondale, PA, with capacity for 164 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 29 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 29). 11 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 #52 of 68 centers in Lackawanna County and has fewer citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 53% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical

Tied for #52 of 68 centers in Lackawanna County

3 Core-safety citations

26 Other citations

7 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

29 citations from 13 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 11 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 28, 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

Records & paperwork 9

Health & medication 5

Building & playground safety 4

Emergency preparedness 4

Training & qualifications 3

Background checks 2

Supervision 1

Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 29, 2026 Self-reported violation Supervision

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

On 4/24/26, it was reported that a 1-year-old child eloped from the playground and was in the road. On 4/29/26, Cert Rep arrived at the facility. Through staff interviews it was found that staff #1-3 admitted that they were on all the playground and were unaware the child had eloped. Staff #1-3 stated that heard cars honking and looked over the fencing and saw the child in the middle of the road and the child was almost to the other side of the street. Staff reported that they were unable to get out of the playground gates due to them being locked and staff #1 ran inside the facility and out of the front doors and got the child from a person that had stopped their car and grabbed the child out of the road.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2026): “While on facility premises and on excursions all staff will have their assigned children supervision cards in their lanyard pouches at all times. They will count and review cards to assure that all children are accounted for. White boards are used to keep supervision lists of all children to staff…”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)

On 4/24/26, it was reported that a 1-year-old child eloped from the playground and was in the road. On 4/29/26, Cert Rep arrived at the facility. Through staff interviews it was found that staff #1-3 admitted that they were on all the playground and were unaware the child had eloped. Staff #1-3 stated that heard cars honking and looked over the fencing and saw the child in the middle of the road and the child was almost to the other side of the street. Staff reported that they were unable to get out of the playground gates due to them being both being locked. One was locked with a combination lock that staff could not open and the other was locked by a key. The director reported that the key to that lock was missing. Staff #1 ran inside the facility and out of the front doors and got the child from a person that had stopped their car and grabbed the child out of the road.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “Maintenance staff immediately changed both locks to the gates. In staff meeting 4-28-26 directors informed all staff about the change of locks along with where the keys will be kept. The double gate on the play yard & Gate that runs alongside the fence will be locked overnight. All locks will be…”

Citation Apr 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

On 4/29/26, an unannounced visit was conducted. Staff #2 & #3 were observed providing childcare. Staff #2's file did not contain verification of childcare experience. Staff 3's file did not contain proof of education.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2026): “After the unannounced visit on 4/29/26 Cert Rep was sent staff #2 and staff #3 verification of childcare experience along with staff #3's proof of education by email on Thursday April 30, 2026.”

Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

A renewal inspection was conducted 1/7/26-1/12/26. The following staff did not receive emergency plan training within 90 days of initial hire: Staff #4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 14 & 15.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “All staff will be trained and renew the Emergency Plan Training on 2-5-26 at our monthly staff meeting. Annually, every February we will train all staff in our Emergency Plan and at time of hire.”

Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/7/26. In the infant, ocean and train classrooms, Cert Rep observed during naptime that several children's cots, mats and cribs did not have 2 feet space on three sides.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “All classrooms will set up cot/cribs at rest time so there is at least 2 feet of space on all 3 sides while the rest equipment is in use.”

Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

A renewal inspection was conducted 1/7/26-1/12/26. Child #1's immunization record indicates the child has only three doses of DTAP vaccine and one dose of Hepatitis A vaccine and no exemption letter is in the child's file. This is not in accordance with the ACIP recommended schedule.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “Child number 1 was dismissed from care on 1-7-26. The child's parents took the child for required immunizations the morning of 1-8-26. Parents provided an updated immunization for the child's file with the required DTAP and Hepatitis A vaccine on 1-8-26. It was reviewed by DHS representee and child…”

Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

A renewal inspection was conducted 1/7/26-1/12/26. Staff person #10 does not have an initial health assessment on file and they did not receive their TB screening at initial hire. The TB screening on file is dated 11/24/25. The following staff did not update their health assessment every 24 months as required by regulation: Staff #8's current health assessment is dated 1/4/26 and previous is dated 3/27/23; Staff #12's current health assessment is dated 1/8/24 and previous is dated 6/2/19; & Staff #13's current health assessment is dated 1/3/25 and previous is dated 2/5/18. (See code sheet for DOH).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “Staff #10 completed a health assessment and document was added to staff file. All new staff will not be able to start their employment until we receive a current health assessment including tuberculosis screening. Directors will review staff health assessments and at monthly staff meetings will…”

Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)

A renewal inspection was conducted 1/7/26-1/12/26. Staff person #4 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of hire, however the training was not completed through a Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS) approved curriculum. This is evidenced by the CPR on file, National CPR Foundation, dated 5/27/25. Staff #4 currently has an approved Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file dated 12/9/25. Staff person #2 did not complete 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 training on file expiring 9/5/23 and the current is dated 10/14/25.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “We hold our staff meeting the first Thursday of each month. At each monthly meeting we will review staff files to determine who is due to renew their CPR and First Aid certifications. Directors will ensure that staff complete the training before their current certification expires. All new hires we…”

Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)

A renewal inspection was conducted 1/7/26-1/12/26. Child #1 did not have a child service report completed every 6 months. This is evidenced by the child service report on file dated 10/22/24.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “Staff will complete a child service report for child #1. Child reports will be completed for each child enrolled every 6 months on the DHS approved form. The information will be shared with the child's family at the time of conferences about their growth and development in the context of the…”

Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)

A renewal inspection was conducted 1/7/26. The director acknowledged that a copy of accidents, injuries and illnesses reports are not kept in a facility file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “The facility created a facility file for accident, illness, and injury forms.”

Citation Jan 7, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5)

A renewal inspection was conducted 1/7/26-1/12/26. Staff #1 has one nonfamily reference on file. Staff #3, #7, #10, & #11, who are all listed as AGS's, staff files does not contain childcare experience.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2026): “Staff #1 updated their written reference on 1-8-26. A new non-family written reference was replaced on 1-8-26 and reviewed by DHS representee. All staff that are hired will be given an employment verification form for past employers to complete before they start working. Staff #3, #7, #10, & #11…”

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Core safety Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25. Staff person #9 did not have a valid PSP clearance on file. The PSP clearance on file indicated that the request is still pending and did not include a dissemination date. All other clearances are on file. Cert rep observed staff person #9 providing childcare at the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “Staff number 9 submitted a current PSP clearance with a dissemination date.”

Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25. The facility's emergency plan does not address continuity of operations.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2025): “Continuity of operations will be added to the YMCA's emergency plan.”

Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25. The facility's emergency plan does not provide a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility's emergency plan does not provide a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and did not provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2025): “Information on how families will be provided instruction then reunited safely with their child will be added to our current YMCA Emergency Plan/Family Handbook. Families will be contacted through the See-Saw App along with local news stations.”

Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(d)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25. Cert rep observed pothos plants, that are toxic to children, in the Early Head Start and Ocean classrooms.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Plants were removed immediately as soon as we were made aware from the classrooms and disposed of. Directors realize that there is an app to scan plants to make sure they are safe and remain in the classroom.”

Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25. Staff person #3 did not update their health assessment every 24 months as required by regulation: Staff #3's current health assessment is dated 01/21/23; previous is dated 05/29/19.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Staff # 3 has an updated health assessment and will maintain a new health assessment prior to the current one expiring. Staff # 3 handed in their health assessment in on 1-14-2025”

Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding

Disposable nursers or parents/Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(3)/3270.166(4)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25. In the infant classroom, staff reported that the infant bottles are washed and reused each day for infant feedings. The facility does have a commercial dishwasher, however staff indicated they are not using the commercial dishwasher. Cert rep observed several infant baby bottles that were not labeled with the children's names.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Infant bottles are sent home daily and will be returned cleaned and sanitized by families daily. All bottles will be labeled with children's names.”

Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25. The facility's emergency plan does not provide information for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2025): “The YMCA Emergency Plan has been updated to inform families of accommodations that are provided for infant, toddlers, and children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.”

Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25. Staff person(s) #1-8 has completed the health and safety Getting Started with Center Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality but did not complete the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training by 12/30/22. Staff #1 completed the health & safety 1 hour update on 10/01/23, staff #2: 9/25/23, staff #3: 10/10/23, staff #4: 10/09/23, staff #5: 10/04/23, staff #6: 8/03/23, staff #7: 9/25/23, and staff #8: 8/04/23.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Directors will ensure that all staff trainings are complete by the appropriate date/time frame. We will also keep current on all OCDEL announcements.”

Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25. Staff person #8 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter trainings on file dated 05/19/19 and 11/21/24. This training was not updated every 60 months as required by the CPSL.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “All staff will complete all required trainings/clearances before or on the expiration date of the previous trainings/clearances. All disclosure statements are signed at the time of hire and remain in the staffs file.”

Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25. Child #1's fee agreement did specify the arrival and departure times.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Child #1's file was reviewed arrival and departure times were added at the time it was brought to the directors attention.”

Citation Jan 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 1/8/25-1/13/25 .The facility did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with instructions for contacting the Northeast Regional Child Care Office

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “We posted in each classroom the phone numbers to The Northeast Reginal Childcare Office.”

Citation Jan 26, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)

Blue couch in the Preschool room was observed to have a rip in the fabric, rendering it unable to be cleaned properly.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2024): “The couch will be repaired or removed form childcare.”

Citation Jan 31, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)

First aid kit in the older toddler room was missing tweezers and soap.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2023): “Tweezers and soap were added to the older toddler room first aid kit.”

Citation Jan 31, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

File for Staff # 1 did not contain health assessments every 24 months. Health assessments in file were dated 9/14/20 and 1/16/23.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2023): “File for Staff # 1 contains an updated health assessment.”

Citation Jan 31, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)

Fee Agreement for Child # 1 was missing child's date of admission.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2023): “Fee agreement will be updated with child's date of admission.”

Citation Jan 31, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

Emergency Contact Form for Child # 2 did not contain address of release persons.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2023): “Emergency contact form will be updated with address of release persons.”

Core safety Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Files for Staff # 1 and # 2 were not in compliance with CPSL regulations. Staff # 1 began child care on 12/27/21 and did not apply for the NSOR clearance until 2/15/22. Staff # 1 does not have the NSOR clearance. File for Staff # 1 did not contain the Mandated Reporter Training. Staff # 2 began child care on 5/20/15. File for Staff # 2 contains a Department Of Education FBI clearance, dated 2/20/18. DHS does not accept the Dept. of Ed clearance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2022): “Staff # 1 and # 2 have applied for the appropriate clearances. Staff # 1 and # 2 will be removed form child care until files contain complete clearances. Staff # 1 will complete the Mandated Reporter Training.”

Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)

Facility did not have a posted written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in case of an emergency.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2022): “Provider will develop an emergency transportation plan. The plan will be posted in child care space and accompany child on excursions.”

“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 Apr 29, 2026 Self-reported violation

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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks)	$46.00	$42.80
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.)	$46.00	$42.80
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.)	$40.00	$37.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.)	$40.00	$37.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K)	$42.40	$30.20
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.)	$60.00	$19.20
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.)	$60.00	$19.20

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 164 children

Certificate status Regular

Certificate valid through Sep 28, 2027

Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Jun 9, 2026 · what STARS means

Programs PA Pre-K Counts, Head Start (state supplemental), Head Start

Operator YMCA Of Carbondale

Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare

Phone (570) 282-2210

State certificate # CER-00261571

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Common questions

Has YMCA of Carbondale had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Apr 29, 2026 (supervision): “On 4/24/26, it was reported that a 1-year-old child eloped from the playground and was in the road. On 4/29/26, Cert Rep arrived at the facility. Through staff interviews it was found that staff #1-3 admitted that they…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about YMCA of Carbondale?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at YMCA of Carbondale since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is YMCA of Carbondale’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Jun 9, 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 YMCA of Carbondale compare with other daycares in Lackawanna County?

It is tied for #52 of 68 centers in Lackawanna County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was YMCA of Carbondale last inspected?

Sep 28, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does YMCA of Carbondale cost?

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

Who runs YMCA of Carbondale?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is YMCA Of Carbondale.

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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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