ALTAGRACIA MERCEDES

ALLENTOWN, PAFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Est. price$963/mo

Contact information

Address406 N 6TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18102

CityALLENTOWN, PA 18102

CountyLehigh

Phone(484) 221-8340

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesY

License dateOctober 11, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/15/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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406 N 6TH ST, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18102, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/15/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium risk7/15/2025

    Comply with CPSL/Required training (3290.32(a)/3290.192(4))

    Facility staff and HH member # 1,2, & 3 all have NSORS on file that expired on 3/11/25. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department. Facility staff # 1, and 2 may not operate the childcare facility until a new NSOR is completed and on file at the facility. HH member # 3 may not be at the facility during childcare hours when able to resume childcare until a NSOR is on file at the facility for HH member # 3. Correction: Facility staff person # 1 & # 2 will not operate the facility until all HHM and staff have a current NSOR on file at the facility. Facility staff member # 2 completed and emailed NSOR applications online at the time of the renewal inspection on 7/15/25. HH member # 3 will not be at the facility until a new NSOR is on file at the facility. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/5/2025
  2. Medium-High risk7/15/2025

    System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility (3290.95(a)/3290.95(b))

    Facility fire alarms were not tested in over 30 days since 5/26/25. Requirement: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met. Correction: facility alarms were tested on 7/15/25 at the time of the renewal inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/15/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$963/month

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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: 6
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 1

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