PLAYTIME LEARNING CENTER

ALLENTOWN, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

1.3based on state inspection data
Capacity88
Est. price$817/mo

Contact information

Address624 HANOVER AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18109

CityALLENTOWN, PA 18109

CountyLehigh

Phone(610) 432-3068

Operating details

Capacity88

SubsidiesY

License dateJune 25, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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624 HANOVER AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18109, ALLENTOWN, PA 18109

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/18/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 3/18/2026-3/31/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Emergency plan training certificates on file for Facility Person #6 are dated 1/4/2024 and 1/15/2026, which is past 12 months. Requirement: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. Correction: Emergency plan training on file for Facility Person #6 is current. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/31/2026
  2. Medium risk3/18/2026

    Two written references (3270.192(5))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 3/18/2026-3/31/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. File for Staff Person #1 only contained one written, nonfamily reference. File for Staff Person #5 did not contain references. File for Facility Person #6 only contained one written, nonfamily reference. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: References will be obtained for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #5, and Facility Person #6. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/30/2026
  3. High risk3/18/2026

    Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.192(2)(ii))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 3/18/2026-3/31/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Facility person #6 was observed caring for children alone at nap time. Additionally, Facility Person #6 transports children to and from school without additional staff on the van. The operator reports that Facility Person #6 is employed as a facility person. Facility Person #6 does not have proof of education on file therefore is not qualified as a staff person. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: Facility Person #6 will not be left unsupervised with children and will only be utilized as a facility person. A staff member with all required items will be accompanying Facility Person #6 during transportation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/18/2026
  4. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Physician/CRNP assessment (3270.151(c)(5))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 3/18/2026-3/31/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Health assessment on file for Facility Person #4 dated 2/11/2026 does not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Director reports that Facility Person #4 assists with transportation. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Correction: Question #3, relating to the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care, will be updated on Facility Person #4's health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/30/2026
  5. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 3/18/2026-3/31/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 listed only the first name of a release person; the individual's last name and address were not documented. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: Information on Child #1's emergency contact form will be updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/30/2026
  6. Medium risk3/18/2026

    Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid (3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 3/18/2026-3/31/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Fee agreement on file for Child #1 did not include fee amount or day fee is to be paid. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. Correction: Missing fields on Child #3's fee agreement will be updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/30/2026
  7. Medium risk3/18/2026

    Signed (3270.123(a))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 3/18/2026-3/31/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. There was no fee agreement on file for Child #2. Requirement: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. Correction: Fee agreement will be filled out for Child #2. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/30/2026
  8. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

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

    A renewal inspection was conducted 3/18/2026-3/31/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Staff Person #1 was hired with a PA Department of Education (PDE) FBI clearance dated 10/22/2025, which is not acceptable. There was no signed/dated disclosure statement on file for Staff Person #1. File for Facility Person #2 contained NSOR verifications dated 1/9/2020 and 3/12/2025, which is past 60 months. File for Facility Person #4 contained NSOR verifications dated 1/9/2020 and 3/20/2026, which is past 60 months. File for Facility Person #6 contained DHS FBI clearances dated 2/20/2020 and 3/4/2025, which is past 60 months. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #1 may not work in a child care position with direct contact and routine interaction with children until all completed clearances are on file at the facility. Correction: DHS FBI clearance was obtained and a signed/dated disclosure was obtained and are on file for Staff Person #1. All clearances for Facility person #2, Facility Person #4, and Facility Person #6 are current. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/19/2026
  9. High risk3/18/2026

    Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 3/18/2026-3/31/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Facility Person #4 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 1/28/2019. File for Facility Person #6 contained mandated reporter training certificates dated 1/27/2019 and 4/5/2024, which is past 60 months. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Until such time as the required training has been completed, Facility Person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Facility Person #4, Facility Person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Facility Person #4 will be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Facility Person #4, Facility Person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Mandated training certificate on file for Facility Person #6 is current. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/30/2026
  10. High risk3/18/2026

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

    A renewal inspection was conducted 3/18/026-3/31/2026. On 3/18/2026, Staff Person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff Person #3 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid/CPR from PQAS instructor. Requirement: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, Staff Person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Staff Person #3, Staff Person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff Person #3 obtained pediatric first-aid/CPR training from PQAS trainer and it is on file at the facility. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/19/2026

2025

  1. Medium-High risk3/26/2025

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

    Staff person #1 was observed working at the facility and does not have out of state clearances. There is no proof that staff person #1 applied for the appropriate out of state clearance prior to starting at the facility. Staff person #1 resided in New York within the last 5years. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. Facility person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. The CPSL was revised on 9/18/2018 to include a requirement that all clearances be updated and on file at least every 60 months. The Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) was revised to include the requirement for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Clearance effective 9/30/2019. The CPSL also states that anyone hired after 9/30/19 was required to have the NSOR clearance to work in childcare. Current staff must have the NSOR clearance no later 7/1/20. CPSL was revised to include new hires that have resided out of Pennsylvania with in the 5 previous years must obtain State Police and Child abuse clearances from the state that they have resided. Facility person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Correction: Staff person #1 will not work at the facility until all out of state clearances are submitted. The operator will send the clearances to cert rep before Staff person #1 returns to work. Staff person #1 did not return to the center and resigned effective 4/17/25 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/26/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

18Total Violations
10Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$817/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: ALLENTOWN, Lehigh County
  • Capacity: 88
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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