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ALLENTOWN, PAFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

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

Contact information

Address228 N FULTON ST, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18102

CityALLENTOWN, PA 18102

CountyLehigh

Phone(484) 506-6010

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesY

License dateNovember 18, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/21/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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228 N FULTON ST, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18102, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  4. For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/21/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk8/21/2025

    Training regarding plan/Emergency plan (3290.24(c)/3290.24(d))

    Facility staff # 1 & # 2 did not review the emergency plan in over 12 months since 7/19/24. The facility has not conducted an emergency drill in over 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. Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. Correction: We review the emergency plan and sign it and conducted an emergency drill and documented it. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/21/2025
  2. Medium-High risk8/21/2025

    Locked or inaccessible - in original container (3290.64(a))

    There is toxic Homeline air freshener on a shelf in the childcare space accessible to the children. There is rubbing alcohol and an air freshener on a shelf in the bathroom the children use accessible to the children. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. Correction: We remove all the air refreshers and rubbing alcohol to a safe place Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/21/2025
  3. Medium-Low risk8/21/2025

    Clean, age appropriate/2 feet apart (3290.105(a)/3290.105(f))

    There is an elephant pack n play used by the children and not labeled. There are two pack n plays in the childcare space in corners that do not have 2 feet of space on three sides of each. Requirement: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program. At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. Correction: The name was placed in the elephant pack and play and they were moved from space to leave the spaces in the corners having 2 feet on three sides of the pack n plays. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/21/2025
  4. Medium-High risk8/21/2025

    Services provided (3290.123(a)(3))

    Child # 1 ,2 & 3 have attended the facility over 6 months and do not have child service reports on file. 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: The reports were made and reviewed by the parents. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/28/2025
  5. Medium risk8/21/2025

    Disposable diapers (3290.135(a)(3))

    The diapering can is not lined and not hands free and has a dirty diaper in the can at the time of the inspection. Requirement: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. Correction: The diapering can was removed and replaced with a new hands free lined and lidded can. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  6. Medium-High risk8/21/2025

    Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3290.181(c))

    Child # 1,2,3,4 & 5 all have not had their fee agreements and emergency contact forms updated in over 6 months. Child # 1 from 9/20/24 to 4/24/25. Child # 2 from 8/19/24 to 4/11/25.Child # 3 from 9/9/24 to 7/11/25. Child # 4 has not had both forms updated since 11/11/24. Child # 5 from 8/19/24 to 4/11/25. Requirement: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: The agreements were reviewed and signed, and the emergency contacts was updated for all 5 children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  7. Medium-High risk8/21/2025

    Every 60 days (3290.94(a)(1))

    The facility has not conducted a fire drill in over 60 days since March 2025. Requirement: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Correction: The fire drill was carried out and documented. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/25/2025
  8. Medium-High risk8/21/2025

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

    The facility has not tested the fire and smoke alarms in over 30 days from 3/20/25 to 4/21/25. 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: The alarms were tested at the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/21/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk10/24/2024

    Locked or inaccessible - in original container (3290.64(a))

    There is toxic Johnson Bug Off and Purell Hand sanitizer on a shelf near the changing table that is accessible to the children. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. Correction: I remove all toxic that were near the diaper station Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/24/2024
  2. Medium risk10/24/2024

    Paper towels discarded (3290.134(c))

    There are no towels or paper towels in the bathroom for the children to use after using the bathroom and hand washing. Requirement: Paper towels may be used as towels and washcloths. Paper towels shall be discarded after each use. Correction: I place the paper tower near the sink. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/24/2024
  3. High risk10/24/2024

    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 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid prior to admission. Consent was signed for both children on 10/2/24. 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: I will have consents signed at time of enrollment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/24/2024
  4. Medium-High risk10/24/2024

    Written record (3290.94(a)(9))

    Fire drills conducted and documented do not list the hypothetical location of the fire. Requirement: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill. Correction: I add the location of the fire drill. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/24/2024
  5. Medium-High risk10/24/2024

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

    Facility fire alarms and smoke detectors were not tested in 30 days. Alarms were last tested 8/26/24. 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: I tested the alarm the same day of the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/24/2024

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

15Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(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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