JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER DAYCARE

SCRANTON, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

3.5based on state inspection data
Capacity108
Est. price$968/mo

Contact information

Address601 JEFFERSON AVE, SCRANTON, PA, 18510

CitySCRANTON, PA 18510

CountyLackawanna

Phone(570) 346-6595

Operating details

Capacity108

SubsidiesY

License dateMarch 5, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/8/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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601 JEFFERSON AVE, SCRANTON, PA, 18510, SCRANTON, PA 18510

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/8/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk12/8/2025

    Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

    Staff person # 1 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid. The pediatric CPR/First Aid training certificate on file for staff # 1 is dated 10/3/25. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10 or (g)1-10. Correction: Pediatric CPR/First Aid training for staff # 1 was current at the time of inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/8/2025
  2. Medium risk12/8/2025

    Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle (3270.67(d))

    During a renewal inspection on 12/8/25, certification rep observed an open trash can used for food waste in the preschool classroom. Requirement: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. Correction: Director will purchase a new trash can to replace the one in the preschool classroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/5/2026
  3. Medium-High risk12/8/2025

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    During a renewal inspection on 12/8/25, certification rep observed water-stained ceiling tiles in the pre k classroom. 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: Director will speak to building maintenance to have the ceiling tiles replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/5/2026
  4. Medium-High risk12/8/2025

    Parent home/work address, phone (3270.124(b)(3))

    During a renewal inspection on 12/8/25, the emergency contact form on file for child # 1 did not include the parent's work address and phone number. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: The director will get the work address and telephone number from the parent and update the emergency contact form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/12/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk12/5/2024

    Fire safety - 1 yr. (3270.31(e)(4)(ii))

    More than 12 months passed between fire safety trainings for staff person # 1 as evidenced by the training certificates dated 9/8/23 and 11/15/24. Requirement: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. Correction: The fire safety training for staff # 1 was valid at the time of the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/10/2024
  2. Medium risk12/5/2024

    Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

    During a renewal inspection on 12/10/24, rep observed a crack in a clear bin used to store toys in the young toddler classroom and a wooden puzzle toy with a splintered edge in the older toddler classroom. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: During the inspection the clear bin and wooden toy were removed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/10/2024
  3. Medium risk12/5/2024

    Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

    During a renewal inspection on 12/10/24, certification rep observed plastic bags in an unlocked cabinet in the young toddler classroom. Requirement: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction: The plastic bags were removed from the cabinet. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/10/2024
  4. Medium-High risk12/5/2024

    Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

    The fee agreements on file for children # 1-5 have no "services provided." 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: The director will complete the "services provided" section on the financial agreements for all chidlren. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/10/2024

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

12Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$968/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: 108
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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