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Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center

Rear 3716 Lawrence Ave, Moosic, PA 18507
licensed capacity
48
open each week
5 days

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About Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center

Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center is a child care center in Moosic, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 48 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 37 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Licensed capacity
48 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity48 childrenFrom the state license

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Inspection reports for Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
Capacity
48 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00258056
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Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 11 of 11 visits · 37 rules in all · 36 corrected

  • Discipline and child guidance 8
  • Staff training and qualifications 6
  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Safety and hazards 4
  • Supervision and ratios 4
  • Background checks 3
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Transportation 1
  • Safe sleep 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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  1. Aug 25, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “During renewal inspection, child files were reviewed. Children #1, #2, #3 & #4 either did not have an updated child service report on file or did not have a child service report at all in the file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “During renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan was reviewed. The facility did not have a plan on providing accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2026

    • Transportation

      3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points

      “During renewal inspection, facility files were reviewed. The facility did not have documentation of notifying the local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026

  2. Apr 1, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited

      “Individual interviews conducted on 4/1/26 through 5/11/26 corroborated allegations that child #1 & child #2 have been placed in highchairs for a period of time due to displaying disruptive behaviors such as running around during activities. Peers were also able to articulate that child #1 & child #2 were put in highchairs when they were misbehaving.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.111(c) Promote development

      “Individual interviews conducted on 4/1/26 through 5/11/26 corroborated allegations that child #1 & child #2 weren't able to partake in appropriate daily activities that were conducive to development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. This is due to the fact that child #1 & child #2 were made to sit in highchairs due to their behavior. Peers were also able to articulate that child #1 & child #2 were put in highchairs when they were misbehaving.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2026

  3. Nov 10, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “During renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff #3 did not have Pediatric CPR training on file. Staff #4 did not complete an approved Pediatric CPR training. (See code sheets for dates of hire).”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026

    • Background checks

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

      “During renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff #1's previous NSOR is date for 7/23/2000, update was not obtained until 8/21/25. Staff #1's previous child abuse clearance is dated for 7/7/2020 and an update was not obtained until 11/13/25. Staff #1 was unable to obtain the appropriate clearances within the 60-month requirement. Staff #2's child abuse clearance is dated for 10/7/25. Staff #2 did not obtain the clearance prior to working with children. (See code sheet for date of hire).”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026

  4. Jul 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “Continued Non-Compliance: On 5/12/25 a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff #1 had a previous health assessment dated for 1/12/23 on file from working at a previous facility. Staff #1 did not obtain an updated health assessment prior to working at the current facility. (See code sheet for date of hire). The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by (6/13/25). On 7/17/25 an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff #1 had not obtained an updated health assessment and was seen working with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025

  5. Jul 2, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level

      “Based on interviews conducted as well as a review of the child sign in sheets, it was verified on 6/13/25 that staff #3 was in the infant room with 7 infants. This was cited for on SIN-00268089.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.111(c)/3270.113(e) Promote development/Restraints prohibited

      “On 6/16/25 interviews with staff and children were conducted concerning allegations that staff #1 forced child #1 onto their cot at nap time. These interviews corroborated allegations that staff #1 had pulled child #1 by the arm to put him on his cot. It was also confirmed that staff #1 told Child #1 that she would not let go of their arm unless they stayed on their cot. This was cited for on SIN-00268089.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language

      “Individually Interviews conducted on 6/16/25 corroborated allegations that staff #1 & #2 have ridiculed children (embarrassing children for having accidents) and utilized harsh language (yelling at children). This was cited for on SIN-00268089.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

  6. Jun 16, 2025Complaint investigation6 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language

      “Individually Interviews conducted on 6/16/25 corroborated allegations that staff #1 & #2 have ridiculed children (embarrassing children for having accidents) and utilized harsh language (yelling at children).”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level

      “Based on interviews conducted as well as a review of the child sign in sheets, it was verified on 6/13/25 that staff #3 was in the infant room with 7 infants.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.111(c)/3270.113(e) Promote development/Restraints prohibited

      “On 6/16/25 interviews with staff and children were conducted concerning allegations that staff #1 forced child #1 onto their cot at nap time. These interviews corroborated allegations that staff #1 had pulled child #1 by the arm to put him on his cot. It was also confirmed that staff #1 told Child #1 that she would not let go of their arm unless they stayed on their cot.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.111(c)/3270.113(e) Promote development/Restraints prohibited

      “On 6/16/25 interviews with staff and children were conducted concerning allegations that staff #1 forced child #1 onto their cot at nap time. These interviews corroborated allegations that staff #1 had pulled child #1 by the arm to put him on his cot. It was also confirmed that staff #1 told Child #1 that she would not let go of their arm unless they stayed on their cot. This was cited for on SIN-00268089.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level

      “Based on interviews conducted as well as a review of the child sign in sheets, it was verified on 6/13/25 that staff #3 was in the infant room with 7 infants. This was cited for on SIN-00268089.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language

      “Individually Interviews conducted on 6/16/25 corroborated allegations that staff #1 & #2 have ridiculed children (embarrassing children for having accidents) and utilized harsh language (yelling at children). This was cited for on SIN-00268089.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

  7. Jun 16, 2025Complaint investigation6 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language

      “Individually Interviews conducted on 6/16/25 corroborated allegations that staff #1 & #2 have ridiculed children (embarrassing children for having accidents) and utilized harsh language (yelling at children).”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level

      “Based on interviews conducted as well as a review of the child sign in sheets, it was verified on 6/13/25 that staff #3 was in the infant room with 7 infants.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.111(c)/3270.113(e) Promote development/Restraints prohibited

      “On 6/16/25 interviews with staff and children were conducted concerning allegations that staff #1 forced child #1 onto their cot at nap time. These interviews corroborated allegations that staff #1 had pulled child #1 by the arm to put him on his cot. It was also confirmed that staff #1 told Child #1 that she would not let go of their arm unless they stayed on their cot.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.111(c)/3270.113(e) Promote development/Restraints prohibited

      “On 6/16/25 interviews with staff and children were conducted concerning allegations that staff #1 forced child #1 onto their cot at nap time. These interviews corroborated allegations that staff #1 had pulled child #1 by the arm to put him on his cot. It was also confirmed that staff #1 told Child #1 that she would not let go of their arm unless they stayed on their cot. This was cited for on SIN-00268089.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level

      “Based on interviews conducted as well as a review of the child sign in sheets, it was verified on 6/13/25 that staff #3 was in the infant room with 7 infants. This was cited for on SIN-00268089.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language

      “Individually Interviews conducted on 6/16/25 corroborated allegations that staff #1 & #2 have ridiculed children (embarrassing children for having accidents) and utilized harsh language (yelling at children). This was cited for on SIN-00268089.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

  8. May 12, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “During renewal inspection it was observed that Staff #3 had a previous health assessment dated for 1/12/23 on file from working at a previous facility. Staff #3 did not obtain an updated health assessment prior to working at the current facility. See code sheet for date of hire.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

      “During renewal inspection, it was observed that staff #1 did not have TB test results on file prior to working with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025

    • Background checks

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

      “During renewal inspection, it was observed that Staff #1 did not have mandated reporter training on file. Also, during file reviews, it was observed that staff #3 did not have any updated clearances on file. The state police, child abuse, FBI and NSOR were expired. State police clearance was dated for 7/23/19, child abuse 7/30/19, FBI 1/14/20 and NSOR 1/27/20.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “During renewal inspection, it was observed in the preschool room's first aid kit that tweezers were missing.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “During renewal inspection, it was observed that Staff #2 did not have a second written reference on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “During renewal inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have any documentation of completing an annual emergency drill. Last documented drill that was found was on 6/2/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “During renewal inspection, it was observed that staff #1 did not complete pediatric CPR training within 90 days of hire. (See code sheet for date of hire).”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025

  9. Mar 11, 2025Complaint investigation7 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “During unannounced visit, it was observed that Staff #2 did not complete mandated reporter training within 90-days of hire. See code sheet for date of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “During unannounced visit, it was observed that the facilities BEO posting was outdated and displayed incorrect information.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “During unannounced visit, it was observed that Staff #1 and #2 had not completed pediatric CPR within 90-days of hire. Staff #3 did not have a pediatric CPR certificate on file. See code sheet for dates of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(c) Toxic use- no contamination

      “During an unannounced investigation, a picture was discussed with the operator that showed a bottle of carpet cleaner in the outdoor play space. Operator said she didn't know it was out there but removed it once it was brought to her attention.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During an unannounced investigation, it was observed that Child #1 did not have a financial agreement on file and Child #2's financial agreement was not updated within the past 6 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “During an unannounced investigation, it was observed on the outdoor play space that a toy sink was cracked and not in good repair.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76/3270.102(c) Building Surfaces/Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “During an unannounced investigation, it was observed on the outdoor play space that the fencing along the facility that acts as a protective barrier was damaged. Thus, allowing children to either crawl under the fence or get injured by the damaged fence.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025

  10. Mar 11, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “During unannounced visit, it was observed that Staff #2 did not complete mandated reporter training within 90-days of hire. See code sheet for date of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “During unannounced visit, it was observed that the facilities BEO posting was outdated and displayed incorrect information.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “During unannounced visit, it was observed that Staff #1 and #2 had not completed pediatric CPR within 90-days of hire. Staff #3 did not have a pediatric CPR certificate on file. See code sheet for dates of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(c) Toxic use- no contamination

      “During an unannounced investigation, a picture was discussed with the operator that showed a bottle of carpet cleaner in the outdoor play space. Operator said she didn't know it was out there but removed it once it was brought to her attention.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During an unannounced investigation, it was observed that Child #1 did not have a financial agreement on file and Child #2's financial agreement was not updated within the past 6 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “During an unannounced investigation, it was observed on the outdoor play space that a toy sink was cracked and not in good repair.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76/3270.102(c) Building Surfaces/Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “During an unannounced investigation, it was observed on the outdoor play space that the fencing along the facility that acts as a protective barrier was damaged. Thus, allowing children to either crawl under the fence or get injured by the damaged fence.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025

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  1. May 3, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “It was observed during nap time in the infant room that there was not 2 feet on three sides of a child's cot. There was no space to measure because the child was up against furniture on all sides of the cot.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “7/20/23 to 8/23/23 indicates that fire alarm testing was not done within the 30 day requirement.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “Child #1 did not have a financial agreement on file. Child #3 and child #4 did not have an updated financial agreement on file. Child #3's agreement was dated for 11/1/23. Child #4's agreement was dated for 4/19/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs

      “Staff #1 did not have the qualifications to be listed as an assistant group supervisor. Staff has a bachelor's degree in biology/pre veterinarian and did not have 2 years of experience with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(e) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/ACIP recommended immunization record

      “Child #3 did not have an updated health report on file. Child #2's vaccine chart was not attached to the health report within the file.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(7) Physician name, address, phone/Name/address/phone release person

      “Child #1's emergency contact sheet did not have the phone number of the child's physician. Child #4 did not have the release person's address on their emergency contact sheet.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2024

  2. Sep 21, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

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

      “While at the facility unannounced the inspector reviewed the file for staff #1 (See LIS Code Sheet for date of hire) and noted that the staff was missing either proof of a Pa Child Abuse clearance or proof of having sent for the clearance as is required.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2023

  3. May 31, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “While at the facility on 5/31/23 the inspector observed the file for staff person #1 and noted that this staff 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: Jun 7, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB

      “While at the facility on 5/31/23 the inspector observed the file for staff person #4 and noted that this staff had a hiring TB screening conducted outside of initial employment rendering it out of date.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “While at the facility on 5/31/23 the inspector observed the file for staff persons #2, and # 3 and noted that both staff did not have an annual evaluation on file as is required every 12 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2023

  4. Apr 14, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      3270.123(a)(3)/3270.162(b) Services proceeded/Parents may provide

      “While at the facility unannounced on 4/14/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector discussed the agreement form as well as meals provided with the director (staff #1) specific to lunches for children. The director indicated that there was a change to the agreement form and that the form itself had yet to be updated for the facility and parents.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023

  5. Mar 28, 2023Complaint investigation13 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector was informed by staff that the director (staff #1) consistently allows the infant/toddler room staff to leave the building for their breaks while stating they would observe the infants from the office, located in another room, leaving the infant room out of ratio.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Other rules

      3270.24(a) Immediate access

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector asked for access to the staff files and was told by staff that they did not have access to staff files when the director was not at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

      “While at the facility on 3/28/23 the inspector observed three staff in the infant/toddler room and ten mixed aged infants/toddlers. Staff #2, #3, and #4 were in the infant/toddler room with ten children. When asked to identify the children in their groups staff #2 indicated child #2 was in their group. Staff #3 indicated that children #4, #6, and #9 were in their group. Staff #4 indicated that children #5 and #10 were in their group. This left four children unaccounted for: children #1, #3, #7 and #8 unaccounted for.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector observed that one of the toilets was blocked off from use. When asked the staff indicated that the toilet had been broken for several weeks at present.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector observed several of the ceiling tiles had signs of water damage.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

      “While at the facility on 3/28/23 the inspector observed three staff in the infant/toddler room and ten mixed aged infants/toddlers. Staff #2, #3, and #4 were in the infant/toddler room with ten children. When asked to identify the children in their groups staff #2 indicated child #2 was in their group. Staff #3 indicated that children #4, #6, and #9 were in their group. Staff #4 indicated that children #5 and #10 were in their group. This left four children unaccounted for: children #1, #3, #7 and #8 unaccounted for.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.191 Individual Records

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector asked for access to the staff files and was told by staff that they did not have access to staff files when the director was not at the facility. The inspector requested files for the staff that were not able to be accessed and was told that staff #6 did not have a file as it had gone missing.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(b) Original container

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector observed caps of a white powder in the pantry that was explained as mouse poison.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector was informed by staff that the director (staff #1) consistently allows the infant/toddler room staff to leave the building for their breaks while stating they would observe the infants from the office, located in another room, leaving the infant room out of ratio.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.21/3270.67(c) General Health and Safety/No insects or rodents

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector observed evidence of rodents at the facility. The inspector observed rodent droppings in the pantry, on the floor and on the boxes of several food items.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector observed that the cribs and nap mats in the infant and toddler room were not two feet apart on three sides as is required. The inspector measured the spacings between the cribs and nap mats and found less than 18 inches between each.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.161(a) Wholesome

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector observed evidence of rodents at the facility. The inspector observed rodent droppings in the pantry, on the floor and on the boxes of several food items. Staff were able to produce several pictures showing gnaw marks on food packaging.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(3) Disposable nursers or parents

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector was told by several staff that the facility does, in fact, handwash infant bottles and reuse these versus utilizing disposable nursers as the facility does not have a commercial grade dishwasher.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

  6. Mar 28, 2023Inspection13 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector was informed by staff that the director (staff #1) consistently allows the infant/toddler room staff to leave the building for their breaks while stating they would observe the infants from the office, located in another room, leaving the infant room out of ratio.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Other rules

      3270.24(a) Immediate access

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector asked for access to the staff files and was told by staff that they did not have access to staff files when the director was not at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

      “While at the facility on 3/28/23 the inspector observed three staff in the infant/toddler room and ten mixed aged infants/toddlers. Staff #2, #3, and #4 were in the infant/toddler room with ten children. When asked to identify the children in their groups staff #2 indicated child #2 was in their group. Staff #3 indicated that children #4, #6, and #9 were in their group. Staff #4 indicated that children #5 and #10 were in their group. This left four children unaccounted for: children #1, #3, #7 and #8 unaccounted for.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector observed that one of the toilets was blocked off from use. When asked the staff indicated that the toilet had been broken for several weeks at present.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector observed several of the ceiling tiles had signs of water damage.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

      “While at the facility on 3/28/23 the inspector observed three staff in the infant/toddler room and ten mixed aged infants/toddlers. Staff #2, #3, and #4 were in the infant/toddler room with ten children. When asked to identify the children in their groups staff #2 indicated child #2 was in their group. Staff #3 indicated that children #4, #6, and #9 were in their group. Staff #4 indicated that children #5 and #10 were in their group. This left four children unaccounted for: children #1, #3, #7 and #8 unaccounted for.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.191 Individual Records

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector asked for access to the staff files and was told by staff that they did not have access to staff files when the director was not at the facility. The inspector requested files for the staff that were not able to be accessed and was told that staff #6 did not have a file as it had gone missing.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(b) Original container

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector observed caps of a white powder in the pantry that was explained as mouse poison.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector was informed by staff that the director (staff #1) consistently allows the infant/toddler room staff to leave the building for their breaks while stating they would observe the infants from the office, located in another room, leaving the infant room out of ratio.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.21/3270.67(c) General Health and Safety/No insects or rodents

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector observed evidence of rodents at the facility. The inspector observed rodent droppings in the pantry, on the floor and on the boxes of several food items.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector observed that the cribs and nap mats in the infant and toddler room were not two feet apart on three sides as is required. The inspector measured the spacings between the cribs and nap mats and found less than 18 inches between each.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.161(a) Wholesome

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector observed evidence of rodents at the facility. The inspector observed rodent droppings in the pantry, on the floor and on the boxes of several food items. Staff were able to produce several pictures showing gnaw marks on food packaging.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(3) Disposable nursers or parents

      “While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector was told by several staff that the facility does, in fact, handwash infant bottles and reuse these versus utilizing disposable nursers as the facility does not have a commercial grade dishwasher.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

  7. Jun 2, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters

      “While at the facility unannounced on 6/2/22 for the renewal inspection the inspector reviewed the file for staff #1 and staff #4 and noted both files were missing proof of education as is required.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “While at the facility unannounced on 6/2/22 for the renewal inspection the inspector reviewed the file for staff #2 and noted that this staff has been employed over 90 days and still does not have pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation as is required.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems

      “While at the facility unannounced on 6/2/22 for the renewal inspection the inspector reviewed the file for staff #3 and noted that this staff did not have a health assessment that includes an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination as well as information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center licensed?

Yes. Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 37 rules across 11 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 36 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 Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center care for?

48, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 344-7989 to ask.

What is Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center's phone number?

(570) 344-7989.

Where is Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center?

Rear 3716 Lawrence Ave, Moosic, PA 18507. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Desk Preschool, 0.5 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).