SUNSHINE DAYCARE

LEBANON, PAFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

2.4based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Est. price$1,204/mo

Contact information

Address441 N 9TH ST, LEBANON, PA, 17046

CityLEBANON, PA 17046

CountyLebanon

Phone(973) 873-3820

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesY

License dateApril 24, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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441 N 9TH ST, LEBANON, PA, 17046, LEBANON, PA 17046

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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. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  4. For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/18/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk3/18/2026

    General Health and Safety (3290.18)

    It was observed that a propane tank and lighter fluid bottle were on the ground and accessible to children in the outdoor play space. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: I will have the propane tank and light fluid locked in the garage. All Conditions at the facility does not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/18/2026
  2. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Locked or inaccessible - in original container (3290.64(a))

    In the foyer by the front door, it was observed that multiple toxins including bottled cleaner & dish soap were on floor accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. Correction: That the cleaner and soap were removed for the childcare space. All toxics will be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/18/2026
  3. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Signed /Each child emergency contact person (3290.123(a)/3290.124(a))

    Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial emergency contact information and agreement forms were not signed for Child #1, and not on file Child #2, CHILD #3, CHILD #4, AND CHILD #5. Requirement: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency. Correction: All the emergency contact information and agreement forms will be signed for Child #1, Child #2, CHILD #3, CHILD #4, AND CHILD #5. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/24/2026
  4. Medium risk3/18/2026

    Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid (3290.123(a)(1)/3290.123(a)(2))

    Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial agreement for child #1 did not include a fee amount and date fee to be paid. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. Correction: The agreement for child #1 now includes a fee amount and date fee to be paid. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/15/2026
  5. Medium risk3/18/2026

    Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons (3290.123(a)(4)/3290.123(a)(5))

    Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial agreement for child #1 did not include the child's arrival/departure times and list of release persons Requirement: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: We had the parent to update the form and have on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/24/2026
  6. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Physician name, address, phone (3290.124(b)(2))

    Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the physician /medical care's name, address, and phone number. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: The Emergency contact information includes the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/18/2026
  7. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Parent home/work address, phone (3290.124(b)(3))

    Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: The emergency contact information for child #1 includes the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent as n/a. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/18/2026
  8. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Information re: disability (3290.124(b)(5))

    Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial emergency contact information for child #1 did not include information on a disability. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Correction: we had the emergency contact form updated on 3/18/26 for child #1 related to child's special needs, Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/18/2026
  9. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Insurance coverage information (3290.124(b)(6))

    Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the health insurance and a medical policy number. 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: We had the parent update the Emergency contact information to include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child #1. We will make sure that the emergency contact information is updated at all times. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/18/2026
  10. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Name/address/phone release person (3290.124(b)(7))

    Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the release person's name, address, and phone number. 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 update The Emergency contact information to include the name, address and telephone number 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 4/15/2026
  11. High risk3/18/2026

    Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs (3290.182(3)/3290.182(4))

    Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial emergency contact information parent consents for emergency medical care were not signed for Child #1, child #4 and child #5 and missing for Child #2 and CHILD #3.Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial emergency contact forms does not include parent consents for the administration of medication or special dietary needs for Child #1, and not on file Child #2, CHILD #3, CHILD #4, AND CHILD #5. Requirement: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs. Correction: The emergency contact information parent consents for emergency medical care are signed for Child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/24/2026
  12. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading (3290.182(5)/3290.182(6))

    Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial emergency contact forms does not include parent consents for the administration of minor first-aid for Child #1, and not on file Child #2, CHILD #3, CHILD #4, AND CHILD #5.Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a copy of the initial emergency contact forms does not include parent consents for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading for Child #1, and not on file Child #2, CHILD #3, CHILD #4, AND CHILD #5. 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. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading. Correction: we had the parent provide signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. We will make sure that the forms completely filled out at enrollment and when updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/24/2026
  13. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Every 60 days (3290.94(a)(1))

    Upon inspection of the facility fire drill log, it was found that drills were not conducted as of 12.1.2025. Requirement: Fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Correction: Fire drills will be conducted at least once every 60 days. We completed a fire drill and complete one on 4/10/26. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/10/2026
  14. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    Evacuation routes posted (3290.94(a)(5))

    It was observed that Evacuation maps were not posted in a conspicuous location on the 2nd and 3rd floor (living spaces) of the home. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Requirement: Evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility. Correction: Evacuation routes were posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the home on 3-18-2026. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/18/2026
  15. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility (3290.95(a)/3290.95(b))

    Upon inspection of the facility fire drill logs, it was found that smoke detectors tests were not conducted at least every 30 days. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Requirement: 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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. Correction: The smoke detectors tests will be conducted at least every 30 days and completed on 3/18/2026, and again on 4/10/2026. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/18/2026

2025

  1. Medium-Low risk11/21/2025

    Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing (3290.102(c))

    During the time of inspection, it was observed that the Step 2 outdoor play equipment was not anchored into the ground. Documentation of the safety manual for the outdoor play equipment on file, states that the equipment should be anchored into the ground. The Outdoor Home Playground Safety Handbook by The Consumer Product Safety Commission states that there must be at least 9 inches of playground surfacing materials ; such as shredded bark mulch, wood chips, fine sand or fine gravel are considered to be acceptable shock absorbing surfaces while in use. Requirement: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. Correction: I will use a gate to ensure that children will not play on the Step 2 playground. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/24/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

16Total Violations
15Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,204/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: LEBANON, Lebanon County
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 0

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