THE DEVINE SCHOOL

MACUNGIE, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

3.3based on state inspection data
Capacity184
Est. price$774/mo

Contact information

Address153 LUMBER ST, MACUNGIE, PA, 18062

CityMACUNGIE, PA 18062

CountyLehigh

Phone(610) 928-0101

Operating details

Capacity184

SubsidiesY

License dateMarch 5, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/4/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High14
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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153 LUMBER ST, MACUNGIE, PA, 18062, MACUNGIE, PA 18062

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  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/4/2025

  • High2
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk12/4/2025

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

    During the renewal inspection on 12/4/25 Staff # had an outdated state police clearance dated 8/29/20, outdated child abuse dated 8/2/20, and an outdated NSOR clearance dated 9/10/20. Staff #2 had an outdated FBI clearance dated 10/21/20. Staff #3 had an outdated NSOR clearance dated 11/12/20. Making them more than 5 years since the last update. 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. Facility Person #1, 2 & 3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Correction: Staff were suspended until clearances were received updated clearances are now on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/19/2025

2024

  1. Medium-Low risk12/6/2024

    Pick-up and drop-off points (3270.171(a))

    The operator has not notified the local traffic authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility. Requirement: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. Correction: I notified the local traffic authorities of "the normal route" and gave them a copy of it. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/6/2025
  2. High risk12/6/2024

    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))

    Child #2 is missing signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first-aid. 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: We had the parent sign and add the information needed for the file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/6/2025
  3. Medium-High risk12/6/2024

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

    Child #1 is missing 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: We had the parent sign and add the information needed for the file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/6/2025
  4. Medium-High risk12/6/2024

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    Cert Rep observed rust on the wall in the middle stall of the bathroom in the PreK room. 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: We sanded and then painted the stall in the pre k classroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/6/2025
  5. Medium-High risk12/6/2024

    Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3270.14/3270.21)

    The facility does not have a policy to address continuity of operations. Requirement: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: The facility will make and maintain a continued of operations in case of facility being unmanageable for use. We will get together with our supervisors to see what plan we are able to put in place to adhere to. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/6/2025
  6. Medium-High risk9/24/2024

    Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(b))

    Operator tested the fire system on 5/13/24 and again on 6/26/24 which is a span of 44 days. The system was tested on 7/24/24 and again on 8/27/24 which is a span of 34 days. Which exceeds the requirement of testing every 30 days. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Correction: We held a fire drill when the inspector came to the premise and the fire system was set off. Operator logged the fire system check. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/24/2024
  7. High risk9/24/2024

    Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children (3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1))

    On 9/13/24 staff #1 left child #1 unsupervised in the outdoor play space for approximately 5 minutes. Requirement: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Correction: All Staff will move their children into the playground group on their Ipad and perform Name to face in the Lineleader app to have a historical report of where the children are at all times. To further this- all staff currently employed at the facility will take mandatory training administered by a PQAS instructor. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/30/2024

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$774/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: MACUNGIE, Lehigh County
  • Capacity: 184
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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