LEHIGH VALLEY CHILDRENS CENTERS AT HAYS ELEMENTARY
ALLENTOWN, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1223 GARDEN AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18103
CountyLehigh
Phone(610) 820-5333
Operating details
Capacity37
SubsidiesY
License dateJuly 10, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High10
- Medium7
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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1223 GARDEN AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18103, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/13/2026
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk4/13/2026
Emergency master file updated (3270.181(e))
The emergency contact form for child # 1 has not been updated in over six months since 8/27/25. All forms in the emergency binders in room 135 & 136 need to be updated as the forms were last updated in the binders more than six months ago. Requirement: If emergency information is updated in a master file, it shall be updated accordingly in other facility records. Correction: Child #1 emergency contact form was updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-High risk4/13/2026
Locked or inaccessible/Handwashing signs (3270.66(a)/3270.82(h))
The facility bathroom next to the office, labeled as staff is on the facility license for children to use does not have a hand-washing sign posted at the sink. There is toxic air freshener on the bathroom cabinet also. In room 135 there is toxic cleaning spray in a bucket on the top of the kids' cubbies that is accessible to the children. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. 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. Correction: Hand washing sign was posted, and toxic air freshener was removed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-High risk4/13/2026
Age and Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i))
Facility staff # 1 did not complete pediatric first aid and cpr by its expiration on 8/24/25. Pediatric first aid and cpr was completed by staff # 1 on 9/17/25. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Correction: Staff # 1 completed pediatric first aid and cpr. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026
2025
- Medium-High risk4/30/2025
Age and Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i))
Facility staff # 1 has expired PQAS approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The PQAS approved Pediatric First aid and CPR expired on 4/21/25. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Correction: Staff #1 received PQAS approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$860/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: 37
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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