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LEBANON, PA·Family Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address355 N 5TH ST, LEBANON, PA, 17046
CountyLebanon
Phone(717) 962-9506
Operating details
Capacity6
SubsidiesY
License dateDecember 22, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/11/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High4
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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355 N 5TH ST, LEBANON, PA, 17046, LEBANON, PA 17046
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/11/2025
- High1
- Medium-High4
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk12/11/2025
Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing (3290.121(a)/3290.121(b))
During the time of inspection, the facilities parent handbook did not include the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, responsibilities for meals, and supervision policies. Requirement: The operator shall review with the parent, at the time of application, the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements. At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements. Correction: The parent handbook now includes the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, responsibilities for meals, and supervision policies. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/19/2025 - Medium risk12/11/2025
Designated release persons (3290.123(a)(5))
Child #2 agreement does not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: Child #2 agreement now specifies the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/19/2025 - High risk12/11/2025
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission (3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3))
Child #1, #2, #3, and #4 emergency contact forms did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: The parents of all children have provided a written consent signed by them allowing for emergency medical care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/19/2025 - Medium-High risk12/11/2025
Insurance coverage information (3290.124(b)(6))
Child #2, #3, and #4 emergency contact information did not include health insurance policy number. Child #2 emergency contact did not include health insurance coverage. 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: Child #2, #3, and #4 emergency contact information now includes health insurance policy number. Child #2 emergency contact now includes health insurance coverage. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/19/2025 - Medium-High risk12/11/2025
Name/address/phone release person (3290.124(b)(7))
Child #3 and #4 emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. 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: Child #3 and #4 emergency contact information now include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/19/2025 - Medium risk12/11/2025
Child's hands washed (3290.134(a))
During the time of inspection, a wipe was used to clean the children's hands before a meal. (Corrected on site) Requirement: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. Correction: Children's hands were washed with soap and water during the time of inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/11/2025 - Medium-High risk12/11/2025
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission (3290.182(5))
Child #1, #2, #3, and #4 emergency contact forms did not include the written consent signed by a parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Requirement: 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: Child #1, #2, #3, and #4 emergency contact forms now include the written consent signed by a parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/19/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:
- 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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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: LEBANON, Lebanon County
- Capacity: 6
- Type: Family Child Care Home
- Years in operation: 1
What parents actually pay
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