Kids Corner
1201 E Broad St, Tamaqua, PA
5.0· 4 reviews
COPE Childcare and Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 52
- open each week
- 5 days
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About COPE Childcare and Learning Center
COPE Childcare and Learning Center is a child care center in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 52 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 52 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 52 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
COPE Childcare and Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for COPE Childcare and Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 52 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00253666
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 10, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Background checks 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Mar 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“During the Renewal Inspection on 3/10/2026, peeling paint and rotting wood was observed on the fence outside on the preschool playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal Inspection was conducted on 3/10/2026. The state police clearance on for Staff #1 was not complete due to the clearance reading that it was Under Review. Staff person #2 did not update the NSOR clearance on file every 60 months, as required by the CPSL. This is evidenced by the previously documented NSOR on file dated 3/3/20, and the current clearance dated 10/16/25. The National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file for Staff #3 was dated 3/5/2026. This date was after the first day that Staff #3 had direct contact and routine interaction with children. The disclosure statements on file for Staff #4 and Staff #5 were not signed and dated by a witness as required. The operator verified that Staff #1-5 had direct contact and routine interaction with children while the information noted above that is required under the CPSL was not on file. See LIS code sheet for dates of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2026
Mar 27, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 3/27/2025, the fire detection log was up to date. However, the log showed that the fire alarm was manually tested on 1/12/2025 and not again until 2/17/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 3/27/2025, Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not have the completed National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file. As of 2/1/2025, per the CPSL, the completed NSOR clearance is required to be on file prior to staff working in a childcare position at the facility. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025
Jan 9, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.69(a) Running water/ safe drinking water
“On 1/9/25, the Department of Environmental Protection issued a field order for lack of approval for the well at the facility as a public water system and a noncommunity water system. The field order also included "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2025
3270.69(a) Running water/ safe drinking water
“On 1/9/25, the Department of Environmental Protection issued a field order for lack of approval for the well at the facility as a public water system and a noncommunity water system. The field order also included "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2025
Dec 5, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.133(5) Original label
“During an unannounced inspection on 12/5/2024, an expired bottle of Benadryl was stored with the child medication in the preschool classroom. The bottle of Benadryl was labeled with an expiration date of February 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“During an unannounced inspection on 12/5/2024, the diaper changing pad in the infant area was ripped and had foam exposed; thus, it could not be sanitized properly.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2024
Sep 3, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 8/30/2024, Child #1 fell out of the highchair at the facility and was taken to the Emergency Room for medical treatment. On 9/6/2024, it was confirmed through video surveillance and staff interviews that Staff #1 removed the tray and unbuckled Child #1 while the child was still in the highchair. Staff #1 then turned their back to Child #1 when the staff went to get a wipe to clean food off the child. Child #1 fell out of the highchair while Staff #1 had their back turned.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 8/30/2024, Child #1 fell out of the highchair at the facility and was taken to the Emergency Room for medical treatment. On 9/6/2024, it was confirmed through video surveillance and staff interviews that Staff #1 removed the tray and unbuckled Child #1 while the child was still in the highchair. Staff #1 then turned their back to Child #1 when the staff went to get a wipe to clean food off the child. Child #1 fell out of the highchair while Staff #1 had their back turned.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2024
Mar 12, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Operator does not have a plan to address continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Operator has not conducted an annual emergency drill, date of last emergency drill 1/6/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2024
- Mar 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Cert Rep reviewed the fire system check log, the last fire system check documented was on 8/29/22 and then again during the unannounced monitoring visit this is a span of 81 days which exceeds the requirement of testing the fire system every 30 days”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Cert Rep reviewed the fire drill log, last documented fire drill was on 8/23/22. This exceeds the 60 day requirement for conducting fire drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Operator admitted to not conducting annual emergency drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2022
3270.133(5) Original label
“Child #1 has an Albuterol inhaler needed for wheezing that expired on 9/2021”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff #2 has a health assessment dated 10/5/18 and another 3/29/21, this exceeds the 24 months requirement for an updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff #1 has a volunteer child abuse clearance on file dated 3/24/19, date of hire 1/18/22. Staff #3 has an NSOR clearance dated 3/30/21, date of hire 11/5/20 this exceeds the 90 day requirement for provisional hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“There are several small rocks and mulch throughout the outdoor play space the toddlers use.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about COPE Childcare and Learning Center
Is COPE Childcare and Learning Center licensed?
Yes. COPE Childcare and Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was COPE Childcare and Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 10, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has COPE Childcare and Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 12 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can COPE Childcare and Learning Center care for?
52, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does COPE Childcare and Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are COPE Childcare and Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does COPE Childcare and Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 225-7058 to ask.
What is COPE Childcare and Learning Center's phone number?
(570) 225-7058.
Where is COPE Childcare and Learning Center?
562 W Penn Pike, Tamaqua, PA 18252. The nearest other daycare we list is Lois Knadler, 0.8 miles away.