Sophies Learning Center
170 Slocum St, Swoyersville, PA
Wyoming Valley Children's Association
- licensed capacity
- 156
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Wyoming Valley Children's Association
Wyoming Valley Children's Association is a child care center in Kingston, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 156 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, part-time care and preschool.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 156 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Birth to age 6 |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care, summer camp and toddler care |
| Staff | Certified Teachers |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 156 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Wyoming Valley Children's Association
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 156 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00260106
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 6 visits · 14 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Background checks 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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- Aug 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 22, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“Two bottles of prepared formula were observed in a black lunch box that was on a wooden shelf in the Infant/Young Toddler Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The financial agreement information, dated 8/14/25, that was on file for Child #5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact information on file for Child #1 through Child #5 did not include the address of the children's physician or source of medical care. Also, the emergency contact information on file for Child #2 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.27(c)/3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Training regarding plan/Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The emergency plan trainings on file for Staff #14 were dated 7/1/2024 and 8/23/2025. Also, the fire safety trainings on file for Staff #12 and Staff #14 were dated 8/2024 and 9/2025. More than a year had lapsed between the trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2025
3270.77(a)/3270.102(a) No peeling paint or plaster/Clean and good repair
“The Multipurpose Room Restroom had peeling paint on the wall near the toilet. Peeling paint was also observed on the light green wall near the entrance to the Multipurpose Room Restroom. Additionally, peeling paint was observed at the base of a wall pipe that was located near the flamingo mural in the Multipurpose Room. A blue trampoline cover in the Multipurpose Room was observed to have multiple tears. A cover that was above the toilet paper holder in the Multipurpose Room Restroom was torn and had damaged foam. The fence in the Large Outdoor Play Area had a gate with 10 exposed bolts and one cracked metal fence post that posed a scratching hazard. The fence in the Toddler Outdoor Play Area had four exposed bolts and a gate with one exposed bolt.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“A child was observed to be sleeping in a lion-themed pack n play in the Infant/Young Toddler Room. One side of the pack n play was against the wall, and another side of the pack n play was against a shelf. This child did not have at least 2 feet of spacing on three sides of their pack n play.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
- Oct 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 28, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“Staff person #8 (see code sheet for date of hire) provided an initial health assessment dated 8/8/2023 but it did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method. The only tuberculosis screening in their file was dated 8/2/2022, which is more than 12 months prior to their initial service at the facility and therefore not acceptable.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health report on file for Child #3, dated 7/8/24, did not include statements which indicated that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“The restroom in Room 10 was observed to have a trash can with used tissues. This trash can was missing a lid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.76/3270.102(a) Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair
“Four stained ceiling tiles were observed in Room 1. Two brown stained ceiling tiles were observed in Room 1's restroom, Room 2, and Room 8. Room 8's restroom was observed to have two chipped ceiling tiles. A chipped ceiling tile was observed in Room 7's restroom. One cracked ceiling tile, two ceiling tiles with water stains, and three ceiling tiles that were chipped were observed in Room 10. The Multipurpose Room was observed to have a brown stained ceiling light by the zoo wall and one cracked ceiling tile by the two wall posts. The Outdoor Play Area was observed to have a fence with five exposed screws. The Side Yard was observed to have a rusty screw that was protruding from a wooden fence. These screws were accessible to children and posed a safety hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 27, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The restroom in Room 5 was observed to be missing a hand washing sign at the toilet area.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The agreement on file for Child #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Three cots in Room 7 and three cribs in Room 10 were observed to be missing labels. This rest equipment was required to be labeled for use by a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #3 had State Police Clearances on file dated 7/11/19 and 7/25/24; Child Abuse Clearances on file dated 7/18/19 and 8/2/24; and DHS FBI Clearances on file dated 7/12/19 and 9/4/24. More than 60 months had lapsed between each clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
- Jul 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 18, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“A renewal inspection was completed on 10/18/23. The first aid kit in the infant room did not contain soap and tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2023
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“A renewal inspection was completed on 10/18/23. The diaper changing mat, in the infant room, had a tear exposing the inner foam and preventing them from being sanitized properly.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“A renewal inspection was completed on 10/18/23. Child #1 immunization record indicates the child does not have the flu vaccine for 2022 and no exemption letter is in child's file. The child is over six months of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2023
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“A renewal inspection was completed on 10/18/23. In the infant room during nap time it was observed that several children's pack and plays were not spaced 2 feet apart on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“A renewal inspection was completed on 10/18/23. Staff person's #1 and #2 (see code for date of hire) has a Health and Safety update date of 01/01/23 and 01/25/23. These were required to be completed by 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A renewal inspection was completed on 10/18/23. In the infant room, diaper rash cream was on laying on the infant changing table and was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A renewal inspection was completed on 10/18/23. In the library, several ceiling tiles had water damage.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2023
Jul 7, 2023Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) Every 60 days/Written record
“While at the facility unannounced on 7/7/23 the inspector observed the fire drill log and noted that the last fire drill was dated for March 31st, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“While at the facility unannounced on 7/7/23 the inspector observed the fire drill and evacuation log and found that the facility did not have complete documentation for the May 10th, 2023, manual testing of the fire alarm system as is required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“While reviewing child files #1, #2, #3, and #4, the inspector found that all four child files were missing child service reports as are required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“While reviewing child files #1, #2, #3, and #4, the inspector found that all four child emergency contact forms were not updated every six months as is required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“While reviewing child files #1, #2, #3, and #4, the inspector found that all four child agreement forms were not updated every six months as is required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
Jul 7, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) Every 60 days/Written record
“While at the facility unannounced on 7/7/23 the inspector observed the fire drill log and noted that the last fire drill was dated for March 31st, 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“While at the facility unannounced on 7/7/23 the inspector observed the fire drill and evacuation log and found that the facility did not have complete documentation for the May 10th, 2023, manual testing of the fire alarm system as is required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“While reviewing child files #1, #2, #3, and #4, the inspector found that all four child files were missing child service reports as are required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“While reviewing child files #1, #2, #3, and #4, the inspector found that all four child emergency contact forms were not updated every six months as is required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“While reviewing child files #1, #2, #3, and #4, the inspector found that all four child agreement forms were not updated every six months as is required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
Jan 11, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff # 1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2023
3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm
“Staff # 1 was witnessed smacking Child # 1 on the buttocks. Staff # 1 was witnessed threatening Child # 1 that if he is going to cry like a baby, she will put him in the highchair like a baby. Staff # 1 admitted to saying this to Child # 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2023
3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm
“Staff # 1 was witnessed smacking Child # 1 on the buttocks. Staff # 1 was witnessed threatening Child # 1 that if he is going to cry like a baby, she will put him in the highchair like a baby. Staff # 1 admitted to saying this to Child # 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2023
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Jan 11, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff # 1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2023
3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm
“Staff # 1 was witnessed smacking Child # 1 on the buttocks. Staff # 1 was witnessed threatening Child # 1 that if he is going to cry like a baby, she will put him in the highchair like a baby. Staff # 1 admitted to saying this to Child # 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2023
3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm
“Staff # 1 was witnessed smacking Child # 1 on the buttocks. Staff # 1 was witnessed threatening Child # 1 that if he is going to cry like a baby, she will put him in the highchair like a baby. Staff # 1 admitted to saying this to Child # 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2023
Nov 8, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing the child's date of admission on the financial agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Cert Rep observed a total of 28 exposed bolts on the fence accessible to the children in the outdoor play space. 19 exposed bolts on the main entrance gate, and 9 exposed bolts towards the end of the right side of the fence.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing specific persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the record review of the renewal inspection it was observed that the fire system was tested on 7/26/22 then again on 8/31/22 which is a span of 36 days, system was also tested on 9/22/22 then again on 10/31/22 which is a span of 39 days which exceeds the requirement of testing every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
Dec 23, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan/Emergency plan
“The operator states that the facility did not complete a lockdown drill in the past year. The facility does not have a written plan that includes making accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. The new regulations went into effect 12/19/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Wyoming Valley Children's Association
Is Wyoming Valley Children's Association licensed?
Yes. Wyoming Valley Children's Association is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Wyoming Valley Children's Association last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Wyoming Valley Children's Association had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 2 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 14 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 Wyoming Valley Children's Association care for?
156, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Wyoming Valley Children's Association accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Wyoming Valley Children's Association's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Wyoming Valley Children's Association cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 714-1246 to ask.
What is Wyoming Valley Children's Association's phone number?
(570) 714-1246.
Where is Wyoming Valley Children's Association?
1133 Wyoming Ave, Kingston, PA 18704. The nearest other daycare we list is Le Gani, 0.3 miles away.