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TAMAQUA, PAGroup Child Care HomeLicensed

3.9based on state inspection data
Capacity12
Est. price$1,140/mo

Contact information

Address15 RUSSELL ST, TAMAQUA, PA, 18252

CityTAMAQUA, PA 18252

CountySchuylkill

Phone(570) 778-2946

Operating details

Capacity12

SubsidiesY

License dateJune 18, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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15 RUSSELL ST, TAMAQUA, PA, 18252, TAMAQUA, PA 18252

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  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: 3/5/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk3/5/2026

    Every 60 days/FIRE DETECTION (3280.94(a)(1)/3280.95(a))

    During the Renewal Inspection on 3/5/2026, the fire drill and fire detection log was up to date with the requirements. However, the log showed the following lapses in the requirements during the previous 12 months: Fire drill was conducted on 5/14/2025 then not again until 7/16/2025 and the fire alarm system was manually tested on 10/9/2025 then not again until 11/13/2025. Requirement: Fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. 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 fire alarm system must be manually tested at least once every 30 days. Correction: These were already corrected prior to the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/5/2026

2025

  1. Medium risk3/26/2025

    Health Information (3280.131(a))

    On 3/26/2025, Child #1 had an initial health report on file as of 10/2/2024. However, this was more than 60 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility. See LIS code sheet. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Correction: This was corrected on 10/2/2024. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/2/2024
  2. Medium-Low risk3/26/2025

    Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3280.65)

    On 3/26/2025, two electrical outlets in the childcare room accessible to the children were missing protective receptacle covers. There were also two electrical power strips that did not have protective receptacle covers in the outlets. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: The power strips were removed from the childcare. Protective receptacle covers were placed in the two outlets that were missing them. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/26/2025
  3. Medium risk3/26/2025

    No peeling paint or plaster (3280.77(a))

    On 3/26/2025, peeling paint was observed in several areas on the bottom part of the house outside in the outdoor play area. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The areas outside where paint is peeling will be repainted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/31/2025

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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

$1,140/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: TAMAQUA, Schuylkill County
  • Capacity: 12
  • Type: Group Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 0

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