Big Leaps Learning Center
613 Easton Tpke, Lake Ariel, PA
4.2· 10 reviews
Ventures in Learning
- licensed capacity
- 62
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Ventures in Learning
Ventures in Learning is a child care center in Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 62 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 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 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 62 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 62 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ventures in Learning has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Ventures in Learning
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 62 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00247601
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Background checks 1
- Safety and hazards 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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- Jun 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff #1's previous mandated reporter training is dated for 3/11/20. An updated training was not completed until 4/30/25. This date indicates that the mandated reporter training was not completed within the 60-month requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2025
Apr 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During complaint investigation, it was observed that the following dates indicate that fire alarm testing was not done within the 30-day requirement: 11/1/24, 12/2/24, 1/2/25, 2/3/25, 3/3/25, 4/3/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2025
- Oct 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 20, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/20/23. At that time, Pure Bright and Pine Quat cleaners were observed in an unlocked cabinet at floor level in the kitchen and were accessible to the children in care. Both were labeled "keep out of reach of children."”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/20/23. At that time, a crack was observed in the playhouse in the corner of the playground, presenting a pinch hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2023
Oct 14, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/14/22. At that time, the director stated that the emergency drill had been conducted in October 2021, but it had not been documented.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/14/22. At that time, a window in the large room upstairs was observed opened wider than 6 inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/14/22. At that time, an unlocked closet in the upstairs room was observed being used for storage filled with toys and other items posing a crushing hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/14/22. At that time, the emergency plan did not include accommodations for the infants and toddlers at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
Oct 5, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/5/21. At that time, the wood trim in the young toddler area was observed to be flaking off when touched. The screen over the radiator in the young toddler was observed to be damaged and pulled away from the radiator with sharp edges exposed.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2021
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/5/21. At that time, many exposed bolts were observed on the playground fence.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2021
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 10/5/21. At that time, children's motrin and zarbee's was observed in the medication container. Neither medication was labeled with the child's name that it is intended for.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Ventures in Learning
Is Ventures in Learning licensed?
Yes. Ventures in Learning is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Ventures in Learning last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ventures in Learning had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Ventures in Learning care for?
62, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Ventures in Learning accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ventures in Learning's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ventures in Learning cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 689-9671 to ask.
What is Ventures in Learning's phone number?
(570) 689-9671.
Where is Ventures in Learning?
17 Moore Rd, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. The nearest other daycare we list is Big Leaps Learning Center, 2.4 miles away.