FERRERAS CARRASCO CHILD CARE
ALLENTOWN, PA·Family Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address1015 OAK ST, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18102
CountyLehigh
Phone(610) 820-0245
Operating details
Capacity6
SubsidiesY
License dateSeptember 21, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/24/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High16
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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1015 OAK ST, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18102, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/24/2025
- High1
- Medium-High4
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk6/24/2025
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission (3290.182(3)/3290.182(5))
Child # 1 & # 2 do not have consent on file for emergency medical care or minor first aid. Requirement: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: Signed consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid will be on file for child # 1 & # 2 ASAP. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/8/2025 - Medium-High risk6/24/2025
Insurance coverage information (3290.124(b)(6))
Child # 1 does not have their medical insurance provider on file. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: The medical insurance provider for child # 1 will be on file ASAP. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/8/2025 - Medium-High risk6/24/2025
Services provided (3290.123(a)(3))
Child # 3 has not had a child service report completed in over 6 months since 6/13/24. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e). Correction: Child # 3 will have a child service completed and signed for as soon as they return to care from vacation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/8/2025 - Medium-High risk4/17/2025
System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility (3290.95(a)/3290.95(b))
Facility did not test the fire alarms in over 30 days from 1/21/25 to 2/21/25. 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: Fire alarms were tested on 4/24/25. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/24/2025 - Medium-High risk4/17/2025
General Health and Safety (3290.18)
Facility fire alarm system is overdue for the annual alarm inspection. The alarm was due to be inspected in March 2025. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Alarm was inspected and passed. Certificate was issued for fire inspection permit on 4/24/25. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/24/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$963/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: 6
- Type: Family Child Care Home
- Years in operation: 1
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