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Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 23
- open each week
- 7 days
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About Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool
Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool is a child care center in Canton, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 23 children.
It is open every day, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 23 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 23 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 23 children
- License number
- #CER-00246584
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 28 rules in all · 26 corrected
- Records and paperwork 9
- Safety and hazards 6
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Background checks 3
- Safe sleep 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
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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Sep 10, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/10/26. The facility does not have a policy and procedure to identify the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/10/26. Staff person #1 did not complete fire safety training annually. This is evidenced by the fire safety training on file dated 8/16/26 and 7/22/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/10/26. The facility did not have a parent communication letter regarding the emergency plan procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2026
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/10/26. Staff person #2 did not have a TB screening conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting. The TB screen on file was not from another childcare facility and was dated 7/21/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2026
3270.123(a)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) Services proceeded/Name/address/phone release person
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/10/26. Child #2 did not have a child service report completed every 6 months. Child(ren) #1 & #3's emergency contact form did not include the release person's address.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/10/26. Cert rep observed staff person #2 caring for children at the facility. Staff person #2 is currently a new hire. Staff person #2 does not have a PSP clearance or Child Abuse clearance on file. All other clearances are on file.”
Correction due by Nov 4, 2026, per the state
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/10/26. Staff person #1 has completed mandated reporter training however, the mandated reporter training does not meet the minimum of three hours and is not intended for an appropriate target audience.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2026
Oct 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. Cert Rep observed the cabinet under the sink in the kitchen to not have a child lock on it. The cabinet contained cascade and fabulous cleaner that is labeled keep out of reach of children and is accessible to the children. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 9/12/25 with a correction date of 9/19/25. On 10/8/25, Cert Rep arrived at the facility and the cabinet under the sink in the kitchen did not have a child lock or gate up continuing to make the cascade and fabulous cleaner accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2025
Sep 5, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. Staff person(s) #2 & #3 did not have a written staff evaluation every 12 months. This is evidenced by the last staff evaluations on file dated 1/8/24 & 1/9/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. The fire detection log indicates the alarms were tested more than 30 days apart on two occasions, 12/2/24-1/30/25, and 1/30/25-3/12/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.131(a)/3270.131(b)(2) Health information/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. Child #1's initial health assessment was not received within 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #1's initial health assessment on file is dated 2/24/24. Child #3 did not have an updated health assessment every 12 months. Child #3's last health assessment on file is dated 11/20/23. (See code sheet for date of admissions).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(5) Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. Child(ren) #2-5's fee agreements did not include the child's arrival and departure times. Child #5's fee agreement did not include a release person.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. Cert Rep observed one crib and two pack n plays that were not labeled with the specific child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. Cert Rep observed the cabinet under the sink in the kitchen to not have a child lock on it. The cabinet contained cascade and fabulous cleaner that is labeled keep out of reach of children and is accessible to the children.”
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. Child #3's fee agreement and emergency contact form have not been updated in the last 6 months. Child #3 has a fee agreement on file dated 1/22/23 and the emergency contact form on file is dated 8/19/23. (See code sheet for DOA).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. Staff person(s) #1 & #2 did not have updated NSOR clearances on file. Staff person #1 & #2's previous NSOR clearances on file is dated 6/18/20. This clearance was not updated in 60 months as required by the CPSL. All other clearances are on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.124(b)(6)/3270.124(b)(7) Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. Child #2's emergency contact form did not include the health insurance policy number. Child(ren) #1 & #5's emergency contact form did not include the release person's address.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25.Child #3's immunization record indicates the child does not have the MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis A vaccines and has only three doses of DTAP vaccine and no exemption letter is in child's file. This is not in accordance with the ACIP recommended schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.123(a)(3)/3270.123(a)(6) Services proceeded/Admission date
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/5/25. Child(ren) #1-4 did not have a child service report completed every 6 months. Child #5's fee agreement did not contain the child's date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
Oct 25, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/25/24. The facility emergency plan does not address continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/25/24. Staff person #1 did not complete the health and safety 1-hour update. The 1-hour update was required to completed by 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024
3270.20(e) Copies of reports in file at facility
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/25/24. The operator acknowledged they do not have copies of injury reports in a facility file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 26, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/25/24. Staff #2 did not complete the following training within 90 days of hire: Health and Safety. (See code sheet for DOH).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024
3270.121(a) Review policies and procedures
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/25/24. The parent handbook did not contain a supervision policy.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(2) Emergency plan/Emergency plan
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/25/24. The facilities emergency plan does not provide for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises. The facilities emergency plan does not provide for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
3270.123(a)(2)/3270.123(a)(6) Date fee to be paid/Admission date
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/25/24. Child(ren) #1 & #3's fee agreement did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. Child #2's fee agreement did not contain the date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/25/24. The childcare regulations (3270) are not posted at the facility or a way to access them electronically with instructions for contacting the Northeast Regional Child Care Office.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 26, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/25/24. Child #1's emergency contact form did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
Oct 27, 2023Inspection13 rules cited
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Children's hands were not washed before lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2023
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Facility did not have an emergency transportation plan posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Files for children # 1, # 2, # 3 and # 4 did not contain an updated Child Service Report.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Facility did not conduct an annual emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.121(a)/3270.121(b) Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing
“Facility does not have a supervision policy and a dismissal policy that is given to parents at time of application.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Emergency Contact Form for Child # 3 did not contain signed consent for emergency medical care and the administration of minor first-aid by staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“File for Staff # 1 did not contain an initial health assessment and TB test.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“Emergency phone numbers were not posted in facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Diaper cream was observed on a low shelf in the bathroom, accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Files for Staff # 1 and # 2 were not in compliance with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 1 contained a State Police Clearance that is pending. File for Staff # 1 did not contain the FBI clearance or proof of being fingerprinted and the Mandated Reporter Training was not completed. File for Staff # 2 contained the NSOR clearance dated 10/18/23, applied for on 10/5/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Files for Staff # 1 and # 2 were not in compliance with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 1 contained a State Police Clearance that is pending. File for Staff # 1 did not contain the FBI clearance or proof of being fingerprinted and the Mandated Reporter Training was not completed. File for Staff # 2 contained the NSOR clearance dated 10/18/23, applied for on 10/5/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff persons #1and # 4 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Emergency Contact Form for Child # 1 did not contain addresses for release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
Oct 21, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Two ceiling tiles were observed to be water stained.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Facility first aid kit was missing scissors.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“File for Staff # 2 was not in compliance with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 2 contain a Child Abuse Clearance for a Volunteer.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2022
3270.131(a) Health information
“File for Child # 1 did not contain an initial health assessment only an immunization record.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references
“File for Staff # 2 did not contain verification of education and childcare experience. File for Staff # 2 did not contain 2 nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Emergency Contact Form for Child # 1 did not contain written parental consent for emergency medical care and the administration of minor first aid by staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.151(b)/3270.151(c)(5) Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP/Physician/CRNP assessment
“File for Staff # 1 did not contain a health assessment signed by a physician. Health assessment for Staff # 1 did not provide person's suitability to provide childcare.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Fee Agreement for Child # 3 did not contain child's date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(5) Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons
“Fee Agreement for Child # 2 did not contain child's arrival and departure times. Fee Agreement for Children # 2 and # 3 did not contain persons whom child can be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
Dec 1, 2021Inspection8 rules cited
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Emergency Contact Form for Children # 1, # 2 and # 3 did not include health insurance name and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Files for Staff # 1 and # 1 did not comply with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 1 contained a Child Abuse Clearance dated 7/21/16, staff began child care on 9/6/14. File for Staff # 2 did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance, staff began child care on 9/20/21. State Police Clearance for Staff # 2 is dated 11/28/21, staff # 2 began child care on 9/20/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2021
3270.192(2)(iv)/3270.192(5) Transcript, diploma and letters/Two written references
“File for Staff # 2 did not contain verification of education and 2 written nonfamily references. Staff Began child care on 9/20/21,”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2021
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Emergency Contact Form for Children # 1 and # 3 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid by staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“Facility could not locate the first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2021
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“Facility did not have a daily schedule posted in child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Facility did not have a posted written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in case of an emergency. Provider posted a written plan identifying transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in case of an emergency in each child care space. Provider will ensure an emergency transportation plan is posted in all child care areas.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“File for Staff # 2 did not contain an initial health assessment and TB test. Staff Began child care on 9/20/21,”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool
Is Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool licensed?
Yes. Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 26 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.
How many children can Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool care for?
23, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool's hours?
Every day, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 423-3603 to ask.
What is Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool's phone number?
(570) 423-3603.
Where is Shining Stars Daycare and Preschool?
201 Springbrook Dr, Canton, PA 17724. The nearest other daycare we list is Stepping Stones Child Care, 1.3 miles away.