LITTLE PEOPLE DAY CARE SCHOOL

SCRANTON, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity118
Est. price$774/mo

Contact information

Address254 MERIDIAN AVE, SCRANTON, PA, 18504

CitySCRANTON, PA 18504

CountyLackawanna

Phone(570) 961-0900

Operating details

Capacity118

SubsidiesY

License dateJanuary 24, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 10/15/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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254 MERIDIAN AVE, SCRANTON, PA, 18504, SCRANTON, PA 18504

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  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/15/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium risk10/15/2025

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

    Complaint investigation was conducted on 10/15/25. Based off staff interviews, it was discovered that a parent was not provided an incident report at pick up regarding their child falling and hitting their head. Requirement: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file. Correction: An incident report was completed the next day as soon as director found out it was not reported. This report was made available for pick up by the parent, however the parent had already withdrawn the child from the center. A Memo on how to properly report accidents & injuries was sent out on 10/1/25 to all staff for review & was signed and dated. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/15/2025
  2. Medium-High risk10/15/2025

    Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

    During renewal inspection, child files were reviewed. Child #1 & #2 did not have a child service report on file. Child #3's last service report was dated for 1/23/25. Child #4s last dated service report was on 6/19/23. These dates indicate that service reports were not completed and filed within the 6-month requirement. Requirement: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). Correction: Director provided service report forms to the staff for staff to complete the service reports for all four children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/30/2025
  3. Medium-High risk10/15/2025

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

    During renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff #1 had a volunteer child abuse clearance on file. Staff #1 had request documentation on two separate dates and email verification of the requests on file, however, was still unable to obtain a complete NSOR clearance prior to working with children. Staff #1 obtained mandated reporter training on 9/23/25. This date indicates that the training was not done and completed within 90 days of hire. (See code sheet for date of hire). Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: Director will comply with CPSL. Director provided a paper form of the child abuse clearance to Staff #1 to fill out and mail in order to receive a new clearance. Director instructed staff #1 to make sure to choose the purpose is for employment for the day care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/31/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

22Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(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: SCRANTON, Lackawanna County
  • Capacity: 118
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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