BONAVENTURE ACADEMY

BETHLEHEM, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

4.0based on state inspection data
Capacity79
Est. price$1,021/mo

Contact information

Address1605 SCHOENERSVILLE RD, BETHLEHEM, PA, 18018

CityBETHLEHEM, PA 18018

CountyLehigh

Phone(610) 419-8606

Operating details

Capacity79

SubsidiesY

License dateDecember 28, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/26/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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1605 SCHOENERSVILLE RD, BETHLEHEM, PA, 18018, BETHLEHEM, PA 18018

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/26/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk6/26/2026

    Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

    A complaint inspection was conducted 6/26/26. Through the investigation, it was discovered that Child #1 was injured at the facility on 4/21/26 when their fingers were pinched in the hinged side of the door to the playground when a parent opened the door from inside the building to enter the playground. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: A guard will be installed on the door to eliminate the possibility of a finger getting caught. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/24/2026

2025

  1. Medium risk9/9/2025

    Surfaces cleaned (3270.135(b))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/25. At that time, the diaper changing pad in the Freshman Room was observed to be peeling at one end and therefore could not be properly sanitized after each use. Requirement: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering. Correction: New changing pad was ordered immediately and was delivered and put into use on September 12. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/19/2025
  2. Medium-High risk9/9/2025

    Locked (3270.133(4))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/25. At that time, A&D Ointment was observed on a floor level shelf in the Sophomore Room, where it was accessible to the toddlers in the room. Requirement: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. Correction: A&D Ointment was immediately removed and placed out of reach of children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/9/2025
  3. Medium-High risk9/9/2025

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

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the address of the release person. 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: Parent was contacted and updated the requested information during the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/9/2025
  4. Medium-High risk9/9/2025

    Physician name, address, phone (3270.124(b)(2))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. None of the emergency contact forms contained the address and phone number of the child's physician. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: We will update all of the files to include the doctor's address and phone number. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/18/2025
  5. Medium-Low risk9/9/2025

    Posted in group space (3270.111(b))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/25. At that time, the daily schedule could not be located in the Seniors Room. Requirement: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. Correction: Once notified, the file was reprinted and immediately posted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/9/2025
  6. Medium risk9/9/2025

    Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/25. At that time, diapers in plastic sleeves were observed on a floor level shelf in the Sophomore Room, where they were accessible to the toddlers in the room. Requirement: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction: Diapers were immediately moved to a more secure location, out of reach of the children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/9/2025
  7. High risk9/9/2025

    Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/25. At that time, the preservice training was reviewed for all staff. Staff Person #2, who has been employed longer than 90 days, has not completed pediatric first aid and cpr training. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Until such time as the required pediatric first aid and cpr training has been completed, staff person #2 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 #2, then staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Instructor has been scheduled to give pediatric first aid and CPR training to Staff #2. The staff member will remain supervised and with other staff who have completed trainings until then. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/15/2025
  8. Medium-High risk9/9/2025

    Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/25. At that time, the preservice training was reviewed for all staff. Staff Person #1 had not completed mandated reporter training prior to the expiration of their previous training. This is evidenced by the mandated reporter training on file dated 6/25/20 and 8/26/25. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: All staff had up to date mandated reporter training at the time of the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/9/2025
  9. Medium risk9/9/2025

    HS/GED + 2 yrs (3270.36(b)(5))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/25. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #3 did not include verification of high school education to qualify them as assistant group supervisors. The file did include verification of two years' experience for each staff. Requirement: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. Correction: Staff members are contacting high schools to receive records. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/15/2025
  10. Medium-High risk9/9/2025

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/25. At that time, a water-stained ceiling tile was observed above the sink in the girls bathroom. Requirement: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Correction: Roofer was already called and on the schedule to repair some roofing shingles and repaint stain in the ceiling tile. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/15/2025

2024

  1. Medium risk9/18/2024

    Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/18/24. At that time, the preservice training was reviewed for all staff. Staff Person #3, who has been employed longer than 90 days, did not have verification of the health and safety training: Get Started With Center Based Care- Revised 2022 on file at the facility. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #3 will have until 10/5/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #3, then staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff Person #3 will complete the health and safety training: Get Started With Center Based Care- Revised 2022 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/5/2024
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 129/18/2024

    12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB (3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/18/24. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The TB test on file for Staff Person #2 was conducted 5/16/22, more than 12 months prior to their date of hire. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. Correction: Staff Person #2 will have a TB test conducted and the results will be placed in the staff file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/26/2024
  3. Medium-High risk9/18/2024

    Written emergency plan posted (3270.124(e))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/18/24. At that time, the emergency transportation plan was not posted in each child care space. Requirement: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children. Correction: The emergency transportation plan was updated to include who will accompany a child in the event of an emergency and will be posted in each child care space. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/19/2024
  4. Medium-High risk9/18/2024

    Each child care space (3270.124(c))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/18/24. At that time, the emergency contact forms present in the classroom did not include the health insurance policy information or the child's physician information. Requirement: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. Correction: The master copy of the emergency contact forms will be copied and placed in each child care room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/19/2024
  5. Medium risk9/18/2024

    Lidded waste receptacles (3270.82(i))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/18/24. At that time, the trash can in the Junior Room bathroom was not equipped with a lid. There was no trash can in the Senior Room bathrooms. Requirement: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. Correction: Lidded trash cans have been purchased and will be placed in the bathrooms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/19/2024
  6. Medium risk9/18/2024

    Heat Source (3270.71)

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/18/24. At that time, there was nothing preventing children access to the kitchen area, where the stove is located that is used for preparing children's lunches. Requirement: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. Correction: A gate will be placed in the doorway to the kitchen so that children no longer have access to the kitchen. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/25/2024
  7. Medium risk9/18/2024

    HS/GED (3270.37(b)(1))

    A renewal inspection was conducted 9/18/24. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1 contained education from Iran that had not been evaluated by a service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Requirement: An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. Correction: Staff Person #1 will have their education evaluated by a service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) and the results will be placed in the staff file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/20/2024

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

20Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,021/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: BETHLEHEM, Lehigh County
  • Capacity: 79
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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