Thomas Family Day Care
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Learning Thru the Arts is a child care center in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 81 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals. It lists weekly tuition from $220 to $250.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 37 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 81 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Learning Thru the Arts lists weekly tuition from $220 to $250.
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Infant/Young Toddler Classroom (weekly) | $250 |
| Preschool Classroom (weekly) | $230 |
| School age classroom (weekly) | $220 |
| Toddler Classroom (weekly) | $240 |
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 30, 2025: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 37 rules in all · 34 corrected
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The CPSL requires staff to update their clearances at least every 60 months. The following staff did not update their NSOR clearance every 60 months: Staff #1 (previous 1/10/20, current 5/19/25).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“An unannounced monitoring visit occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was completed. See the code sheet for the date of hire. Regulation requires proof of education on file prior to working in a child care role at the facility in order to appropriately qualify staff. Staff #1 was working at the facility during this inspection and the file did not contain proof of education to qualify them for a child care role at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire. Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: pediatric first aid/CPR and health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire. The following staff were working unsupervised and did not have pediatric first aid/CPR training: Staff #1, #2, #3 and #4.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire. Regulation requires staff to review the facility's emergency plan at the time of initial hire. Staff #4 has not yet reviewed the facility's emergency plan and has been employed at the facility for more than 90 days.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire. The following staff were not hired correctly per the CPSL: Staff #1 did not receive their child abuse clearance or NSOR clearance prior to working in a child care role at the facility. Staff #1 was observed working during this inspection and was not hired correctly per the CPSL as a provisional hire. Staff #2 did not apply for their out-of-state clearances for which they lived in the past 60 months as required by the CPSL prior to working in a child care role at the facility. Staff #2 was observed working during this inspection and was not hired correctly per the CPSL as a provisional hire. Staff #3 did not receive their NSOR clearance or apply for the FBI clearance prior to working in a child care role at the facility. Staff #3 was observed working during this inspection and was not hired correctly per the CPSL as a provisional hire. Staff #4 did not apply for their out-of-state clearances for states where they lived in the past 60 months as required by the CPSL prior to working in a child care role at the facility. Staff #4 was observed working during this inspection and was not hired correctly per the CPSL as a provisional hire. Staff #1 and #4 were working together during this inspection. Staff #2 and #3 were working together during this inspection. These four staff were not supervised by an appropriate staff person per the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of the facility's fire system testing log was conducted. Regulation requires a facility to test the fire safety system at least every 30 days. The following tests did not occur at least every 30 days: 2/3/25, 3/4/25 and 4/7/25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire. Regulation requires staff to have on file two letters of written reference at the time of hire. Staff #1 and #4 were working in a child care role at the facility at the time of this inspection and their files did not contain two letters of written reference.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire. Regulation requires staff to have a health assessment on file prior to working in a child care role at the facility. Staff #3 did not receive a health assessment until 4/27/25 which was after the staff's date of hire and this staff worked in a child care role at the facility until obtaining this health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff #3 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 1/7/17. Staff #3 completed this training on 1/10/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“A renewal inspection occurred at the facility and a review of staff files was conducted. Staff # 1 did not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and CPR. Staff #1 completed this training on 7/16/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire. Staff #1 was observed working at the facility and the file contained a DOE FBI clearance dated 3/10/23. The CPSL indicates that after 9/24/18 a DOE FBI clearance may not be used for employment in a DHS program.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A physical site review was conducted. The bathroom in Preschool 1 was observed to have 4 holes in the wall. In the outdoor play area, the corner to the metal roof over the covered portion of the outdoor play area was found unattached and hanging. These areas were identified and addressed with staff during this inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire. Staff #5 worked in child care prior to receiving a health assessment. Staff #5 did not receive a health assessment until 9/5/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. See the code sheet for the children's dates of birth. Child #2 had a health report dated for 12/23/22 and did not obtain another health report until 8/29/24. Based on the child's age, a health report was not obtained every 12 months on this child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. See the code sheet for the children's dates of birth. Child #4 had a health report dated for 8/14/23 and did not obtain another health report until 8/16/24. Based on the child's age, a health report was not obtained every 6 months on this child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A physical site review was conducted. In the outdoor play area, ride on toys were found with broken areas. These toys were identified at the time of the inspection with staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff persons #10 and #11 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #10 and #11 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid/CPR. Staff person #10 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 4/11/2024, a Complaint Inspection was conducted. Staff #3 admitted that she pulls children by a piece of their clothing, on the shoulder or wrist area, to move them to where she wants them to go (i.e. toy area to put toys away). An acceptable plan of correction was received indicating that the correction would be implemented by 4/11/2024. On 6/21/24 an Unannounced Inspection was conducted at the facility. Through staff interviews, it was determined that Staff #3 continued to grab the children by their arms and legs and forcefully pull them to where Staff #3 wanted the children to go, such as in a time out.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 4/11/2024, a Complaint Inspection was conducted. Staff #3 admitted that she pulls children by a piece of their clothing, on the shoulder or wrist area, to move them to where she wants them to go (i.e. toy area to put toys away). An acceptable plan of correction was received indicating that the correction would be implemented by 4/11/2024. On 6/21/24 an Unannounced Inspection was conducted at the facility. Through staff interviews, it was determined that Staff #3 continued to grab the children by their arms and legs and forcefully pull them to where Staff #3 wanted the children to go, such as in a time out.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 4/11/2024, an Unannounced Monitoring Inspection was conducted. Staff #8 did not have any written, nonfamily references on file which attested to the person's suitability to serve as a staff person. An acceptable plan of correction was received indicating that the correction would be implemented by 5/13/2024. On 6/21/2024, an Unannounced Inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff person #9 only had one, and not the required two, nonfamily references on file which attested to the person's suitability to serve as a staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2024
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“On 4/11/2024, a Complaint Inspection was conducted: Staff #3 admitted that they became frustrated with Child #1, picked up and slammed a highchair down on the ground, then placed the child in the highchair for a timeout. Staff #3 also admitted to singling out Child #1 by placing the child outside the classroom, in the hallway area, for a timeout and verbally reprimanding the child. Staff #3 was also observed by other staff to call toddler-aged children "dumb," and raise her voice to a level that resulted in the children crying. An acceptable plan of correction was received indicating that the correction would be implemented by 4/11/2024. On 6/21/24, an Unannounced Inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff #3 admitted to using vulgar language by telling a toddler aged child to "put your pecker away" after the child had finished using the restroom. Through staff interviews, it was determined that Staff #3 continued to single out children and demean them. Children were scolded for misbehavior and told, in front of the entire classroom, that their parents do not know how to parent them by Staff #3. Staff #3 was observed to yell at and use a harsh tone towards toddler-aged children who were frustrating Staff #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“On 4/11/2024, a Complaint Inspection was conducted: Staff #3 admitted that they became frustrated with Child #1, picked up and slammed a highchair down on the ground, then placed the child in the highchair for a timeout. Staff #3 also admitted to singling out Child #1 by placing the child outside the classroom, in the hallway area, for a timeout and verbally reprimanding the child. Staff #3 was also observed by other staff to call toddler-aged children "dumb," and raise her voice to a level that resulted in the children crying. An acceptable plan of correction was received indicating that the correction would be implemented by 4/11/2024. On 6/21/24, an Unannounced Inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff #3 admitted to using vulgar language by telling a toddler aged child to "put your pecker away" after the child had finished using the restroom. Through staff interviews, it was determined that Staff #3 continued to single out children and demean them. Children were scolded for misbehavior and told, in front of the entire classroom, that their parents do not know how to parent them by Staff #3. Staff #3 was observed to yell at and use a harsh tone towards toddler-aged children who were frustrating Staff #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff persons #10 and #11 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #10 and #11 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid/CPR. Staff person #10 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 4/11/2024, a Complaint Inspection was conducted. Staff #3 admitted that she pulls children by a piece of their clothing, on the shoulder or wrist area, to move them to where she wants them to go (i.e. toy area to put toys away). An acceptable plan of correction was received indicating that the correction would be implemented by 4/11/2024. On 6/21/24 an Unannounced Inspection was conducted at the facility. Through staff interviews, it was determined that Staff #3 continued to grab the children by their arms and legs and forcefully pull them to where Staff #3 wanted the children to go, such as in a time out.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 4/11/2024, a Complaint Inspection was conducted. Staff #3 admitted that she pulls children by a piece of their clothing, on the shoulder or wrist area, to move them to where she wants them to go (i.e. toy area to put toys away). An acceptable plan of correction was received indicating that the correction would be implemented by 4/11/2024. On 6/21/24 an Unannounced Inspection was conducted at the facility. Through staff interviews, it was determined that Staff #3 continued to grab the children by their arms and legs and forcefully pull them to where Staff #3 wanted the children to go, such as in a time out.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 4/11/2024, an Unannounced Monitoring Inspection was conducted. Staff #8 did not have any written, nonfamily references on file which attested to the person's suitability to serve as a staff person. An acceptable plan of correction was received indicating that the correction would be implemented by 5/13/2024. On 6/21/2024, an Unannounced Inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff person #9 only had one, and not the required two, nonfamily references on file which attested to the person's suitability to serve as a staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2024
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“On 4/11/2024, a Complaint Inspection was conducted: Staff #3 admitted that they became frustrated with Child #1, picked up and slammed a highchair down on the ground, then placed the child in the highchair for a timeout. Staff #3 also admitted to singling out Child #1 by placing the child outside the classroom, in the hallway area, for a timeout and verbally reprimanding the child. Staff #3 was also observed by other staff to call toddler-aged children "dumb," and raise her voice to a level that resulted in the children crying. An acceptable plan of correction was received indicating that the correction would be implemented by 4/11/2024. On 6/21/24, an Unannounced Inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff #3 admitted to using vulgar language by telling a toddler aged child to "put your pecker away" after the child had finished using the restroom. Through staff interviews, it was determined that Staff #3 continued to single out children and demean them. Children were scolded for misbehavior and told, in front of the entire classroom, that their parents do not know how to parent them by Staff #3. Staff #3 was observed to yell at and use a harsh tone towards toddler-aged children who were frustrating Staff #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“On 4/11/2024, a Complaint Inspection was conducted: Staff #3 admitted that they became frustrated with Child #1, picked up and slammed a highchair down on the ground, then placed the child in the highchair for a timeout. Staff #3 also admitted to singling out Child #1 by placing the child outside the classroom, in the hallway area, for a timeout and verbally reprimanding the child. Staff #3 was also observed by other staff to call toddler-aged children "dumb," and raise her voice to a level that resulted in the children crying. An acceptable plan of correction was received indicating that the correction would be implemented by 4/11/2024. On 6/21/24, an Unannounced Inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff #3 admitted to using vulgar language by telling a toddler aged child to "put your pecker away" after the child had finished using the restroom. Through staff interviews, it was determined that Staff #3 continued to single out children and demean them. Children were scolded for misbehavior and told, in front of the entire classroom, that their parents do not know how to parent them by Staff #3. Staff #3 was observed to yell at and use a harsh tone towards toddler-aged children who were frustrating Staff #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #8 (see code sheet for date of hire) did not have a Child Abuse Clearance on file. Also, there was no proof on file showing that the State Police Clearance and NSOR Certificate had been requested prior to the staff working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Staff #8 (see code sheet for date of hire) did not have a health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.162(c) Not withheld as discipline
“Staff #3 has been observed to withhold special food from children as a punishment. Staff #3 verbally tells the children that they are not getting the same snack.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff #8 did not have any written, nonfamily references on file which attested to the person's suitability to serve as a staff person.”
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Fire drills were not conducted every 60 days, as evidenced by the following documented fire drill logs: 3/3/23 to 5/5/23, 5/5/23 to 7/7/23, and 7/7/23 to 9/11/23.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire detection system was not tested every 30 days as indicated by the following fire detection system logs that were on file: 1/5/23 to 2/8/23, 3/3/23 to 4/4/23, 4/4/23 to 5/5/23, 5/5/23 to 6/6/23, 6/6/23 to 7/7/23, 8/4/23 to 9/11/23, 11/3/23 to 12/4/23, and 12/4/23 to 1/17/24.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #6 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see code sheet for date of hire): Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Health and Safety Training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff #3 and staff #4 had no documentation on file as of 4/11/24 showing that they completed updated pediatric first aid/ CPR training prior to the previous training expiring on 11/2023 for staff #3 and on 10/2022 for staff #4.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff #2 and staff #3 (see code sheet for date of hire) did not complete the one-hour Health and Safety update. The Health and Safety update was required to be completed by 12/30/2022 for Staff #2, who is an existing staff. Staff #3 should have completed the one-hour Health and Safety update by 11/26/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Staff #3 admitted that they restrain child #1 for time-out purposes, a "couple times a day," by buckling the child into a highchair for "twenty minutes at a time."”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2024
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“Staff #3 admitted that they became frustrated with Child #1, picked up and slammed a highchair down on the ground, then placed the child in the highchair for a timeout. Staff #3 also admitted to singling out Child #1 by placing the child outside the classroom, in the hallway area, for a timeout and verbally reprimanding the child. Staff #3 was also observed by other staff to call toddler-aged children "dumb," and raise her voice to a level that resulted in the children crying.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Staff #3 admitted that she pulls children by a piece of their clothing, on the shoulder or wrist area, to move them to where she wants them to go (i.e. toy area to put toys away).”
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“Staff #3 admitted that they became frustrated with Child #1, picked up and slammed a highchair down on the ground, then placed the child in the highchair for a timeout. Staff #3 also admitted to singling out Child #1 by placing the child outside the classroom, in the hallway area, for a timeout and verbally reprimanding the child. Staff #3 was also observed by other staff to call toddler-aged children "dumb," and raise her voice to a level that resulted in the children crying.”
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Staff #3 admitted that they restrain child #1 for time-out purposes, a "couple times a day," by buckling the child into a highchair for "twenty minutes at a time."”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #8 (see code sheet for date of hire) did not have a Child Abuse Clearance on file. Also, there was no proof on file showing that the State Police Clearance and NSOR Certificate had been requested prior to the staff working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Staff #8 (see code sheet for date of hire) did not have a health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.162(c) Not withheld as discipline
“Staff #3 has been observed to withhold special food from children as a punishment. Staff #3 verbally tells the children that they are not getting the same snack.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff #8 did not have any written, nonfamily references on file which attested to the person's suitability to serve as a staff person.”
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Fire drills were not conducted every 60 days, as evidenced by the following documented fire drill logs: 3/3/23 to 5/5/23, 5/5/23 to 7/7/23, and 7/7/23 to 9/11/23.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire detection system was not tested every 30 days as indicated by the following fire detection system logs that were on file: 1/5/23 to 2/8/23, 3/3/23 to 4/4/23, 4/4/23 to 5/5/23, 5/5/23 to 6/6/23, 6/6/23 to 7/7/23, 8/4/23 to 9/11/23, 11/3/23 to 12/4/23, and 12/4/23 to 1/17/24.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #6 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see code sheet for date of hire): Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Health and Safety Training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff #3 and staff #4 had no documentation on file as of 4/11/24 showing that they completed updated pediatric first aid/ CPR training prior to the previous training expiring on 11/2023 for staff #3 and on 10/2022 for staff #4.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff #2 and staff #3 (see code sheet for date of hire) did not complete the one-hour Health and Safety update. The Health and Safety update was required to be completed by 12/30/2022 for Staff #2, who is an existing staff. Staff #3 should have completed the one-hour Health and Safety update by 11/26/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Staff #3 admitted that they restrain child #1 for time-out purposes, a "couple times a day," by buckling the child into a highchair for "twenty minutes at a time."”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2024
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“Staff #3 admitted that they became frustrated with Child #1, picked up and slammed a highchair down on the ground, then placed the child in the highchair for a timeout. Staff #3 also admitted to singling out Child #1 by placing the child outside the classroom, in the hallway area, for a timeout and verbally reprimanding the child. Staff #3 was also observed by other staff to call toddler-aged children "dumb," and raise her voice to a level that resulted in the children crying.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Staff #3 admitted that she pulls children by a piece of their clothing, on the shoulder or wrist area, to move them to where she wants them to go (i.e. toy area to put toys away).”
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“Staff #3 admitted that they became frustrated with Child #1, picked up and slammed a highchair down on the ground, then placed the child in the highchair for a timeout. Staff #3 also admitted to singling out Child #1 by placing the child outside the classroom, in the hallway area, for a timeout and verbally reprimanding the child. Staff #3 was also observed by other staff to call toddler-aged children "dumb," and raise her voice to a level that resulted in the children crying.”
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Staff #3 admitted that they restrain child #1 for time-out purposes, a "couple times a day," by buckling the child into a highchair for "twenty minutes at a time."”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, there was no continuity of operations plan as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vii).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, the emergency plan had not been sent to the county but not the local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, staff #2 did not have NSOR on file and has been employed for more than 45 days (see hire date on code sheet). Staff #2 must be removed from care until all clearances are on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2023
3270.37(b)(1) HS/GED
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, staff #4 did not have sufficient documentation to qualify for the stated Aide position.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, the facility did not have documentation that an emergency drill had been conducted in the last year.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, there was no thermometer in the refrigerator in the Preschool 2 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2023
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, the health assessment for staff #3 did not include they physician's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care or the status of communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023
3270.35(b)(3) Associate's + 2 yrs
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, there was insufficient documentation to qualify staff #3 for the stated Group Supervisor position.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2023
3270.131(a) Health information
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, child #1 (see code sheet for start date) did not have a health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2023
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, the letter to the parents regarding the emergency plan did not include information about lock down, or accommodations for toddlers and children with special needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, the emergency plan did not include accommodations for toddlers, which the facility has enrolled.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“As of the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, staff #1 did not have training in the emergency plan in the previous year.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“During the renewal inspection on 9/27/23, there was cheese and other potentially hazardous food in lunchboxes in the cubbies in the older toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During inspection on 2/16/23 Interview and record review revealed that staff #1 does not have a record of NSOR clearance per the requirements of the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“During inspection on 9/28/22 observed a changing table within a child care space with exposed foam.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #--1- has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2022
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During inspection on 10/18/22 observed an exit from the facility obstructed. During inspection on 9/28/22 observed a an exit from the facility obstructed.”
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FAQ
Yes. Learning Thru the Arts is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 30, 2025, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 37 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 34 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
81, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
Weekly tuition from $220 to $250, as it lists it.
(570) 476-3090.
3225 N 5th St, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301. The nearest other daycare we list is Little People, 0.9 miles away.