SUNFLOWER LEARNING CENTER LLC
EASTON, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address425 IRON ST, EASTON, PA, 18042
CityEASTON, PA 18042
CountyNorthampton
Phone(484) 821-6602
Operating details
Capacity59
SubsidiesY
License dateSeptember 12, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/17/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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425 IRON ST, EASTON, PA, 18042, EASTON, PA 18042
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/17/2026
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk6/17/2026
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
File for Staff # 1 was not in compliance with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 1 contained State police and Child Abuse clearances over 60 months. State Police clearances dated 4/15/21 and 6/3/26. Child Abuse clearances were dated 4/15/21 and 6/5/26. 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. 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. Correction: Staff # 1 has updated clearances on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/17/2026 - Medium-High risk5/11/2026
Two facility persons present in facility (3270.54(a))
On 5/11/26 Staff # 1 was left alone in the facility with 4 Preschool children while Staff # 2 went to pick up school aged children. Requirement: At least two facility persons shall be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person. Tiered LIS: 1. At least two facility persons shall be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. For a period of 2 months, the legal entity must send staff scheduling to Regional Office. The schedule for the upcoming week shall be sent to the Regional Office by close of business on the Friday prior. This portion of the plan shall have a correction date of 2 months after plan of correction is accepted. 3. The operator shall demonstrate the ability to maintain compliance with the regulation during all unannounced inspections conducted by the Department over the next two months. This portion of the plan shall have a correction date of 2 months after plan of correction is accepted. Correction: The Program Director reviewed all transportation logs and employee time-card entries from the preceding 30 days to identify any other instances where a staff member was left alone with two or more children. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 7/11/2026
2025
- Medium-High risk12/1/2025
In child care spaces (3270.75(a))
Toddler room did not have a first-aid kit. Requirement: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. Correction: First Aid kit was added to Toddler room and is assessable to staff. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/1/2025 - Medium-Low risk12/1/2025
Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))
A few of the rest mats were observed to be ripped and the foam was exposed. Requirement: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Correction: We will be throwing away matts that are ripped with foam expose. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/1/2025 - Medium risk8/25/2025
Two facility persons present in facility (3270.54(a))
Staff # 1 was observed supervising 6 children, Staff # 1 was the only staff in the building for approximately 15 minutes. Requirement: At least two facility persons shall be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person. Correction: A 2nd staff person arrived at the facility. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/25/2025 - Medium risk8/25/2025
Inaccessible to children (3270.75(b))
First-aid kit in the school-age room was on a shelf accessible to children. Requirement: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. Correction: First-aid kit was moved to a higher shelf inaccessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/25/2025 - Medium risk8/25/2025
Handwashing signs/Lidded waste receptacles (3270.82(h)/3270.82(i))
The preschool classroom contains two bathrooms. The first bathroom did not contain a lidded trash can. The second bathroom did not have a handwashing sign posted. Requirement: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. Correction: A lidded trash can was placed in the 1st bathroom. A handwashing sign was posted in the 2nd bathroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/25/2025 - Medium-High risk8/25/2025
Insurance coverage information (3270.124(b)(6))
Emergency contact form for child # 3 did not contain health insurance name and policy number. 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: Parent will update the emergency contact form with health insurance name and policy number. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium-High risk8/25/2025
Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))
Emergency contact form for children # 1, # 2 and # 4 did not contain address and phone number of release persons. 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: Parents will update the emergency contact form with address and phone number of release persons. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium risk8/25/2025
Disposable diapers (3270.135(a)(3))
Diaper area in the infant room did not contain a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. 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: A hands-free, plastic-lined, lidded trash can was placed in the infant room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/25/2025 - High risk8/25/2025
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission (3270.182(3)/3270.182(5))
Emergency Contact Forms for children # 3 and # 5 did not contain signed consent for emergency medical care and the administration of minor first-aid by facility staff. Requirement: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: Parents will update the emergency contact for with signatures for emergency medical care and the administration of first aid by staff. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/25/2025 - Medium risk5/2/2025
No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))
Infant room, preschool room and toddler room have several areas of peeling paint. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Facility wall will be painted. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/16/2025 - Medium risk5/2/2025
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))
During an initial inspection on 5/2/25, facility did not have a working fire system. 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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Correction: Facility will obtain a working fire system. Facility will not care for children until a working dire system is in place. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/16/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(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: EASTON, Northampton County
- Capacity: 59
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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