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Jewish Community Center Daycare
601 Jefferson Ave, Scranton PA 18510 · License #CER-00250259 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (570) 346-6595
- Website
- www.scrantonjcc.org
- Address
- 601 Jefferson Ave, Scranton PA 18510 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 108 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.76 · 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.
During a renewal inspection on 12/8/25, certification rep observed water-stained ceiling tiles in the pre k classroom.
Corrected by Jan 5, 2026
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10 or (g)1-10.
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.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2025
- Violation
3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
During a renewal inspection on 12/8/25, certification rep observed an open trash can used for food waste in the preschool classroom.
Corrected by Jan 5, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
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.
Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · 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.
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.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.102(a) · 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.
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.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.103 · 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.
During a renewal inspection on 12/10/24, certification rep observed plastic bags in an unlocked cabinet in the young toddler classroom.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · 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).
The fee agreements on file for children # 1-5 have no "services provided."
Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
While at the facility unannounced on 12/20/23 the inspector observed peeling paint in the toddler room, on the rear right-side wall, accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 20, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
While at the facility for the unannounced renewal inspection on 12/14/22 the inspector observed the file for staff #1 and noted the staff was hired with a volunteer Child Abuse clearance versus the required employment Child Abuse clearance.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
While at the facility for the unannounced renewal inspection on 12/14/22 the inspector observed the file for child #1 and noted that there was no proof of having an Influenza immunization on file for 2021.
Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
While at the facility for the unannounced renewal inspection on 12/14/22 the inspector observed the file for staff #1 and noted that staff #1 last had a health assessment on 11/20/20. Staff #3 has a health assessment and TB screening on file that are both after their first day of working in childcare.
Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Dec 8, 2025 inspection noted: “During a renewal inspection on 12/8/25, certification rep observed water-stained ceiling tiles in the pre k classroom.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Dec 5, 2024 inspection noted: “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.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Dec 20, 2023 inspection noted: “While at the facility unannounced on 12/20/23 the inspector observed peeling paint in the toddler room, on the rear right-side wall, accessible to children.” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning · Source records · Report an error