Sunbury YMCA Day Care Center
SUNBURY, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1150 N 4TH ST, SUNBURY, PA, 17801
CountyNorthumberland
Phone(570) 286-5636
Operating details
Capacity190
SubsidiesY
License dateNovember 30, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/20/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High14
- Medium7
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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1150 N 4TH ST, SUNBURY, PA, 17801, SUNBURY, PA 17801
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/20/2025
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium risk8/20/2025
No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))
During the physical site inspection in the boys bathroom area of the SACC room, peeling rust was observed on the cover plate/flange piece of the toilet. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The rusted plate on the side of the toilet was removed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/4/2025 - Medium-High risk8/20/2025
Building Surfaces (3270.76)
1. During the physical site inspection in the boys bathroom area of the SACC room, the vents were observed to be covered in dust/debris. 2. During the physical site inspection in the girls bathroom area of the SACC room, there was a loose toilet seat. Requirement: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Correction: 1. The vents were removed and cleaned properly. 2. The toilet seat was replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/3/2025 - Medium-High risk8/20/2025
Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))
While conducting the physical site inspection in the 1-year-old room, diaper rash cream that was labeled "keep out of the reach of children" was observed in an unzippered diaper bag in the cubbie area. (Corrected while on site.) Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Staff removed diaper rash cream from the accessible backpack immediately. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/28/2025 - Medium risk8/15/2025
No physical punishment (3270.113(b))
Child #1 pulled another child's hair. Staff person #1 then "tugged on" child #1's hair. Requirement: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. Correction: Staff person #1 was required to do a training on how to Guide Toddler Behavior (certificate attached). Staff person #1 received a written reprimand. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/14/2025 - Medium-Low risk3/7/2025
No physical punishment (3270.113(b))
Staff person was carrying supplies in her arms. Staff person picked up the child by his arm and basically drug him into the one-year-old room due to the child not walking on his own. Staff person then proceeded to do this, picking the child up by his arm and dragging him, 2 more times until they arrived in the 2-year-old room. Requirement: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. Correction: Staff person was terminated from employment. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/6/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$774/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: SUNBURY, Northumberland County
- Capacity: 190
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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