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Dana's Family Childcare

820 Hausman Rd, Allentown, PA 181045.0· 67 reviews
licensed capacity
51
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5 days

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About Dana's Family Childcare

Dana's Family Childcare is a child care center in Allentown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 51 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: preschool.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
51 children

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MondayToday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
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ProgramsPreschool
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Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 7, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Background checks 1

For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.

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  1. Aug 7, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “Staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #6, staff person #8 have completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer was not a PQAS approved trainer at the time they received the training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “Staff person #1, staff person #5, staff person #7, and staff person #9 have completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer was not a PQAS approved trainer at the time they received the training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026

  2. Mar 23, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.61(h)/3270.61(h)(2)(ii) Exceeding Capacity/Designated on facility schedule

      “A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 3/23/26, at approximately 10:00 AM nine children were observed in the preschool room, which has a capacity of 7. The posted daily schedule indicated this room is over capacity from 3:00-4:00.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 3/23/26, in the outdoor play space a wooden playhouse had a small hole in the siding, and a wooden board was loose with a nail sticking out.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 3/23/26, Staff Person #3 was observed reaching over the diaper changing table and lifting the lid to the trash can to throw away a soiled diaper.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 3/23/26, an unlocked cabinet in the preschool room contained 2 containers of Clorox wipes and a spray can of disinfectant which were accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 3/23/26, when Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were asked to identity the specific children they were responsible for, they said that they did not have care groups.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

  3. Apr 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “One of the outdoor climbing toys in the outdoor play space had a ladder which was cracked.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

  6. Oct 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Staff Person #1 did not date her disclosure statement at time of initial hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

      “In the preschool room there was an area of the wall that was damaged.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2024

  7. May 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 10, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record

      “As of the renewal inspection on 5/10/23, the most recent influenza vaccine on file for child #1 was dated 11/16/21, and for child #2 it was 10/27/21. There were no exemption letters on file. Child #1 and #2 must be removed from care until documentation of the vaccine or an exemption letter is on file at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “On 5/10/23 during the renewal inspection, there was no thermometer observed in the refrigerator in room #3.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “On 5/10/23 during the renewal inspection, there was no handwashing sign at the sink in Room 3.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “On 5/10/23 during the renewal inspection, there was a large wood board and a broken wooden sandbox along the fence in the corner of the large outdoor play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “As of the renewal inspection on 5/10/23, the most recent emergency drill was done on 3/14/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “During the renewal inspection on 5/10/23, there was no continuity of operations plan as required by federal requirement 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vii).”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

      “On 5/10/23 during the renewal inspection, three lunchboxes were observed sitting on the floor in front of the refrigerator in Room 3 at least 30 minutes prior to lunch. The lunchboxes contained yogurt, rice and meat. The children were out for a walk with the teacher at the time of the observation.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times

      “On 5/10/23, Staff #1, who qualifies as an Aide, was alone with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “As of the renewal inspection on 5/10/23, there was no documentation that the emergency plan had been sent to the county and local municipality.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023

  9. Mar 14, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “During an unannounced inspection on 3/14/23, Staff #1 was alone in a classroom with children and only had 2303 hours of experience with children documented in the file. This does not qualify her for an assistant group supervisor position, which is the minimum position to be alone with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

    • Background checks

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

      “During an unannounced inspection on 3/14/23, Staff #2 did not have documentation on file that the NSOR had been submitted. Staff #2 stepped into the preschool classroom to cover a bathroom break for Staff #1.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: approved Health and Safety training within the appropriate time frame. Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

      “On 3/14/23 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #1 was in a classroom alone with children and did not have documentation of TB screening on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023

  10. Jan 26, 2023Inspection15 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, there was no documentation that the operator had provided the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, there were broken slats on the blinds in the preschool room (last room on the right). In the bathroom where toddlers are being changed on a board that covers the bathtub, there are protruding spindles from where the faucet handles were removed, creating an impalement hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.111(c)/3270.113(d) Promote development/No harsh language

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, staff #3 was observed roughly pulling the sleeping bag out from under a child during nap time and then saying in a harsh tone, "now close your eyes!"”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2023

    • Transportation

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

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, there was no indication that the operator had notified 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 date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in any room except the first room through the lunchroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, the fire alarm testing log shows tests completed on 4/7/22 then 7/27/22; 7/8/22 then 8/23/22 then 9/27/22, all greater than 30 days.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, the fire drill log shows a drill done on 4/6/22 and the next one on 6/23/22, greater than 60 days.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, the first aid kit in the preschool room (last room on right) was missing gloves and soap. The first aid kit in the first room on the left was missing gloves.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, it was observed that staff #2 had a health assessment on 8/6/2020 and then 1/16/2023, greater than 24 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, the emergency plan did not include accommodations for children with chronic medical conditions, which the facility has enrolled.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, it was observed that the physician answered "yes" to question #2 on the health assessment of staff #1 indicating that there was a communicable disease with no further explanation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, Staff #1 did not have documentation of the required 12 hours of child care training (see code sheet for hire date).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, the emergency plan did not include accommodations for children during lock down.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “As of the renewal inspection on 1/26/23, child #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not have a Department approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2023

Show 10 earlier visits
  1. Dec 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 5, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Aug 8, 2022Complaint investigation6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(i) Age

      “On 8/8/22 during an unannounced inspection, the file of staff #1 did not include verification of age.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times

      “On 8/8/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #1, qualified as an Aide, was with children not supervised by a staff person qualified at minimum as an Assistant Group Supervisor.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.54(b)/3270.173(b) Two facility persons on excursions/Driver not counted in ratio - I, T, PS

      “On 8/8/22, Staff #2 admitted that Staff #3 had been taking a group of four to five preschool/school age children on excursions throughout the summer by herself. Staff #3 was the driver of the vehicle on these excursions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “On 5/31/22 during an unannounced inspection, the legs of the swing set were observed lifting off the ground while a child was using the swing. Further investigation showed that the swing set had footers intended to be used to anchor it to the ground. There was nothing anchoring this set to the ground. The provider submitted plans of correction that stated "The provider installed anchors to secure the swingset. The anchors are permanently installed to secure the swingset". The date of correction given was 6/4/22. On 8/8/22 the swingset was observed to be anchored to the ground, however, there is no safety surface under the swingset.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall

      “On 8/8/22 during an unannounced inspection, there were 7 young toddlers and then, at a later time, 8 preschool children in the foyer that measures for 6. There were 12 preschool children in the third room on the right that measures for 7. There were 5 young toddlers in the room adjacent to the infant room that has a capacity of 3. There were 7 infants and young toddlers in the lunch room that measures for 4.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022

  5. Aug 8, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(i) Age

      “On 8/8/22 during an unannounced inspection, the file of staff #1 did not include verification of age.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times

      “On 8/8/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #1, qualified as an Aide, was with children not supervised by a staff person qualified at minimum as an Assistant Group Supervisor.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.54(b)/3270.173(b) Two facility persons on excursions/Driver not counted in ratio - I, T, PS

      “On 8/8/22, Staff #2 admitted that Staff #3 had been taking a group of four to five preschool/school age children on excursions throughout the summer by herself. Staff #3 was the driver of the vehicle on these excursions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “On 5/31/22 during an unannounced inspection, the legs of the swing set were observed lifting off the ground while a child was using the swing. Further investigation showed that the swing set had footers intended to be used to anchor it to the ground. There was nothing anchoring this set to the ground. The provider submitted plans of correction that stated "The provider installed anchors to secure the swingset. The anchors are permanently installed to secure the swingset". The date of correction given was 6/4/22. On 8/8/22 the swingset was observed to be anchored to the ground, however, there is no safety surface under the swingset.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall

      “On 8/8/22 during an unannounced inspection, there were 7 young toddlers and then, at a later time, 8 preschool children in the foyer that measures for 6. There were 12 preschool children in the third room on the right that measures for 7. There were 5 young toddlers in the room adjacent to the infant room that has a capacity of 3. There were 7 infants and young toddlers in the lunch room that measures for 4.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022

  6. May 24, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “On 5/24/22, Child #8, an older toddler, and Child #9, a young toddler, left the playground unsupervised, as confirmed by staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 . Child #8 was found standing by the road to the rear of the facility, approximately 100ft from where they left the play yard. Child #9 was found near the next door neighbor's shed, approximately 80ft from where they eloped from the play yard. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were responsible for the two children at this time. However, Staff #1 had left the play yard to go inside the facility to clean up the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “On 5/24/22, Child #8, an older toddler, and Child #9, a young toddler, left the playground unsupervised, as confirmed by staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 . Child #8 was found standing by the road to the rear of the facility, approximately 100ft from where they left the play yard. Child #9 was found near the next door neighbor's shed, approximately 80ft from where they eloped from the play yard. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were responsible for the two children at this time. However, Staff #1 had left the play yard to go inside the facility to clean up the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “On 5/24/22, Child #8, an older toddler, and Child #9, a young toddler, left the playground unsupervised, as confirmed by staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 . Child #8 was found standing by the road to the rear of the facility, approximately 100ft from where they left the play yard. Child #9 was found near the next door neighbor's shed, approximately 80ft from where they eloped from the play yard. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were responsible for the two children at this time. However, Staff #1 had left the play yard to go inside the facility to clean up the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “On 5/24/22, Child #8, an older toddler, and Child #9, a young toddler, left the playground unsupervised, as confirmed by staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 . Child #8 was found standing by the road to the rear of the facility, approximately 100ft from where they left the play yard. Child #9 was found near the next door neighbor's shed, approximately 80ft from where they eloped from the play yard. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were responsible for the two children at this time. However, Staff #1 had left the play yard to go inside the facility to clean up the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022

  7. May 6, 2022Complaint investigation10 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(5) Original label

      “On 5/12/22 during an unannounced inspection, expired medication was observed stored in the kitchen area. There was Tylenol for child #1 and #2 that expired on 1/22; Tylenol for child #3 that expired on 4/22; Tylenol for child #4 that expired on 3/22; Acetaminophen for child #5 that expired on 11/21; and Saline Spray for child #6 that expired on 10/21.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm

      “On 5/12/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #8 was heard saying to a preschool child "You're just having a pity party and you need to stop". During the same inspection, as they were preparing to go for a walk Staff #8 was heard saying "I guess you'll just have to stay here and the good children will go for a walk".”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “On 5/9/22 and again on 5/12/22 during unannounced inspections, staff reported that they did not have responsibility for specific children and that they were all responsible for all the children in the class.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “On 5/31/22 during an unannounced inspection, the legs of the swing set were observed lifting off the ground while a child was using the swing. Further investigation showed that the swing set had footers intended to be used to anchor it to the ground. There was nothing anchoring this set to the ground.”
    • Background checks

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

      “On 5/12/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #2 (see code sheet for date of hire) did not have FBI clearance and NSOR and was working with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2022

    • Background checks

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

      “On 5/12/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #2 (see code sheet for date of hire) did not have FBI clearance and NSOR and was working with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

      “On 5/24/22 parents of child #8 and child #9 were not provided an incident report for the incident that occurred on this day.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene

      “On 5/9/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #7 in the young toddler room was observed changing two diapers. Staff did not wash her hands after the first and before the second diaper change. The hands of the first child changed were not washed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(a) Each child

      “On 5/12/22 during the complaint investigation, Staff #6 stated that there was no paperwork for Child #7 who had previously been in care for several weeks. Staff #6 stated that she sent the paperwork home to be completed and it was never returned.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned

      “During the renewal inspection, Inspector observed 2 changing pads in the facility. One changing pad is located in the infant room and it is covered with a cloth cover and underneath the cloth cover, the changing pad is torn and ripped. In the bathroom located in the hallway used by the 1 yr old class, the changing pad is cloth as well. Neither changing pad can be proper sanitized after each use. An acceptable plan of correction with a correction date of 3/11/22 was submitted that stated "The changing pads were disposed of and replaced with new vinyl changing pads. Provider will ensure that only vinyl changing pads are used and when they get ripped they will be disposed and replaced with new vinyl changing pads." On 5/9/22 during a walk through, there were new changing pads, however, Staff #7 was observed cleaning the pad after diapering with only a baby wipe that does not include a sanitizing agent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2022

  8. May 6, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(5) Original label

      “On 5/12/22 during an unannounced inspection, expired medication was observed stored in the kitchen area. There was Tylenol for child #1 and #2 that expired on 1/22; Tylenol for child #3 that expired on 4/22; Tylenol for child #4 that expired on 3/22; Acetaminophen for child #5 that expired on 11/21; and Saline Spray for child #6 that expired on 10/21.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm

      “On 5/12/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #8 was heard saying to a preschool child "You're just having a pity party and you need to stop". During the same inspection, as they were preparing to go for a walk Staff #8 was heard saying "I guess you'll just have to stay here and the good children will go for a walk".”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “On 5/9/22 and again on 5/12/22 during unannounced inspections, staff reported that they did not have responsibility for specific children and that they were all responsible for all the children in the class.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “On 5/31/22 during an unannounced inspection, the legs of the swing set were observed lifting off the ground while a child was using the swing. Further investigation showed that the swing set had footers intended to be used to anchor it to the ground. There was nothing anchoring this set to the ground.”
    • Background checks

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

      “On 5/12/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #2 (see code sheet for date of hire) did not have FBI clearance and NSOR and was working with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2022

    • Background checks

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

      “On 5/12/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #2 (see code sheet for date of hire) did not have FBI clearance and NSOR and was working with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

      “On 5/24/22 parents of child #8 and child #9 were not provided an incident report for the incident that occurred on this day.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene

      “On 5/9/22 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #7 in the young toddler room was observed changing two diapers. Staff did not wash her hands after the first and before the second diaper change. The hands of the first child changed were not washed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(a) Each child

      “On 5/12/22 during the complaint investigation, Staff #6 stated that there was no paperwork for Child #7 who had previously been in care for several weeks. Staff #6 stated that she sent the paperwork home to be completed and it was never returned.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned

      “During the renewal inspection, Inspector observed 2 changing pads in the facility. One changing pad is located in the infant room and it is covered with a cloth cover and underneath the cloth cover, the changing pad is torn and ripped. In the bathroom located in the hallway used by the 1 yr old class, the changing pad is cloth as well. Neither changing pad can be proper sanitized after each use. An acceptable plan of correction with a correction date of 3/11/22 was submitted that stated "The changing pads were disposed of and replaced with new vinyl changing pads. Provider will ensure that only vinyl changing pads are used and when they get ripped they will be disposed and replaced with new vinyl changing pads." On 5/9/22 during a walk through, there were new changing pads, however, Staff #7 was observed cleaning the pad after diapering with only a baby wipe that does not include a sanitizing agent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2022

  9. Mar 11, 2022Inspection18 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76/3270.81 Building Surfaces/Glass

      “In the preschool room, inspector observed the glass sliding doors do not have a visual strip or other visual identification placed on glass. Inspector observed the fire alarm specialist trip on the rug located at the front door of the facility. Inspector observed the edges o n the right side of the carpet (closest to the kitchen area) lifting causing a tripping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “In the large outdoor play area in the far right corner when entering the play area, inspector observed 2 exposed bolts.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “In the 2 yr old room, inspector observed plastic bags in bins that are accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. In the preschool room on day of renewal inspection, inspector observed 2 older toddlers in the room who were playing with match box cars. The wheels on the match box cars come off and are less than 1 inch in diameter.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2014

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.105 High Chairs

      “In the 1 year old room, inspector observed a half moon shaped table with approx. 8 seats used as a multi-child highchair table. Three of the seats are missing the t straps.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “Provider does not have documentation showing fire alarms system is being tested every 30 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)).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.69(b) 110º F or less

      “When checking the temperature of the water using a state issued thermometer, the water temp in the bathroom located closest to the 2 year old room registered at 114° F.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “In the room located when first entering the facility, inspector observed toxics (Clorox wipes, and hand sanitizer) located on top of the play kitchen set. When walking through the kitchen area, inspector observed toxics (Vitaloxide disinfectant) on the floor below the fire alarm panel. In the 2 yr old room, inspector observed toxics (Banana Boat Simply Protect Baby 50 sunscreen) in child 3's bin. All toxics were accessible to children and are labeled "Keep out of reach of children".”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “Staff 5 does not have proof of 2500 hours of child care experience on file to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2022

    • Background checks

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

      “Staff #1 (DOH-see code sheet) has mandated reporter trainings dated 12/28/16 and 3/15/22, which is a span of more than 60 months. Staff 5 (DOH-see code sheet) has mandated reporter training dated 6/28/20 which is more than 90 days from date of hire. Staff persons #2, #3, #5 and #6 (DOH-see code sheet) were hired provisionally and do not have proof of requests for NSOR on file. Staff person #2, #3,#5, #6, currently have NSOR clearances on file. Staff #5 (DOH-see code sheet) was hired provisionally and does not have proof of FBI request at time of hire. Staff #5 currently has FBI clearance on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “Emergency contact information and the financial agreement for child 2 has not been updated in a 6-month period. Last update for child 2 on file is dated 4.18.21”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned

      “Inspector observed 2 changing pads in the facility. One changing pad is located in the infant room and it is covered with a cloth cover and underneath the cloth cover, the changing pad is torn and ripped. In the bathroom located in the hallway used by the 1 yr old class, the changing pad is cloth as well. Neither changing pad can be proper sanitized after each use.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

      “Staff 4 did not update the health assessment within 24 months from pervious health assessment. Staff 4 has a health assessment on file dated 7.13.19 and 9.1.21. Staff 5 did not have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting or obtain a health assessment and tb screening at initial employment. Staff 5 has a health assessment and tb screening on file dated 7.8.20 and 7.6.20.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “Emergency contact information for child 1 does not include the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “Child 2's record does not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “Facility's emergency plan does not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “Emergency contact information for child 1 and child 2 does not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “Emergency contact information for child 2 does not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “Provider does not have documentation on file that an annual emergency drill was conducted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2022

  10. Dec 13, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(d) No harsh language

      “On 12.13.21 a verification inspection was conducted. Inspector observed staff 2 speaking very harshly to child in the older toddler room. Inspector observed child 1 crying and hearing staff 2 say to child "You need to stop crying", "your crying for absolutely nothing". Staff 2's tone was loud and extremely stern. Inspector heard staff 1 say to staff 2, "she is crying because I asked her not to spit on the floor" inspector heard staff 2 say "I don't care, she shouldn't have spit on the floor" "and she needs to stop crying". Inspector observed staff 2 guide child out of the bathroom.”
    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “On 12.13.21, a verification inspection was conducted. Staff 1 and staff 2 were in the older toddler room. Staff 1 and staff 2 took the older toddlers to the bathroom leaving one older toddler in the classroom by themselves for approx. 3-4 minutes. Inspector observed the preschool teacher walk the child to the two staff who were at the bathroom. The bathroom is not located inside the classroom or near the classroom. When inspector spoke with staff 1 about older toddler being left in the room alone unsupervised, staff 1 reported that child did not follow them to the bathroom.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(d) No harsh language

      “On 12.13.21 a verification inspection was conducted. Inspector observed staff 2 speaking very harshly to child in the older toddler room. Inspector observed child 1 crying and hearing staff 2 say to child "You need to stop crying", "your crying for absolutely nothing". Staff 2's tone was loud and extremely stern. Inspector heard staff 1 say to staff 2, "she is crying because I asked her not to spit on the floor" inspector heard staff 2 say "I don't care, she shouldn't have spit on the floor" "and she needs to stop crying". Inspector observed staff 2 guide child out of the bathroom.”
    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “On 12.13.21, a verification inspection was conducted. Staff 1 and staff 2 were in the older toddler room. Staff 1 and staff 2 took the older toddlers to the bathroom leaving one older toddler in the classroom by themselves for approx. 3-4 minutes. Inspector observed the preschool teacher walk the child to the two staff who were at the bathroom. The bathroom is not located inside the classroom or near the classroom. When inspector spoke with staff 1 about older toddler being left in the room alone unsupervised, staff 1 reported that child did not follow them to the bathroom.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.21/3270.91(a) General Health and Safety/Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “On 9.30.21, a renewal inspection was conducted. At time of renewal inspection, in the young toddler room, inspector observed the door that has an exit sign was blocked by the staff's rocking chair. In the older toddler room, inspector observed the door that has an exit sign that is blocked with a stand up large calendar. On 12.13.21, a verification inspection was conducted. In the older toddler room, inspector observed the door that has a exit sign blocked by a stand up large calendar. The entire door is blocked by standing calendar..”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2021

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Dana's Family Childcare licensed?

Yes. Dana's Family Childcare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Dana's Family Childcare last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 7, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Dana's Family Childcare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Dana's Family Childcare care for?

51, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Dana's Family Childcare accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Dana's Family Childcare's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Dana's Family Childcare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (484) 221-2773 to ask.

What is Dana's Family Childcare's phone number?

(484) 221-2773.

Where is Dana's Family Childcare?

820 Hausman Rd, Allentown, PA 18104. The nearest other daycare we list is Nativity Lutheran Early Childhood Education Center, 0.7 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).