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Growing Minds Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 102
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Growing Minds Learning Center
Growing Minds Learning Center is a child care center in Emmaus, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 102 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, full-time care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 102 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Enrichment | Fitness STARS by Stretch-n-Grow |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Parents pack food; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | Referral reward: $25 off tuition |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 102 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Growing Minds Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Growing Minds Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 102 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00242464
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 27, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 11 visits · 25 rules in all · 25 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Background checks 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Jul 27, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.178 Transportation First Aid Kit
“First aid kit in the Honda Elite van was missing soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Emergency contact forms for children # 2, # 3 and # 4 did not contain address of release persons. Emergency contact form for child # 4 did not contain telephone numbers for release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Files for Staff # 1 and # 2 were not in compliance with CPSL regulations. State police clearances for staff # 1 and # 2 were in a pending status, they were incomplete.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2026
3270.131(a)/3270.131(b)(2) Health information/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Files for children # 1 and # 5 did not contain an initial health assessment. File for child # 4 did not contain an updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
Apr 7, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“On 4/7/26 during a complaint inspection 2 infants were observed sleeping in a bouncy seat and a boppy pillow. Staff admitted that they were asleep for over 10 minutes. One infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a pacifier strap attached and one infant was observed with a bib on while sleeping in the crib.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2026
Feb 24, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“During complaint inspection it was reported that Staff # 1 was yelling in front of children, causing one child to wake up from a nap in distress. Staff # 1 was terminated due to the incident.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
Jan 7, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“On 1/7/26 during a complaint inspection it was observed that the Pre-K and 2-year-old rooms did not have a daily schedule posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
Dec 22, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 12/22/25 during a complaint inspection, staff # 1 admitted that while taking children to the bathroom for handwashing staff # 2 would be left out of ratio. This happened several times throughout the day.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 12/22/25 during a complaint inspection, staff # 1 admitted that while taking children to the bathroom for handwashing staff # 2 would be left out of ratio. This happened several times throughout the day.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2026
Dec 22, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 12/22/25 during a complaint inspection, staff # 1 admitted that while taking children to the bathroom for handwashing staff # 2 would be left out of ratio. This happened several times throughout the day.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 12/22/25 during a complaint inspection, staff # 1 admitted that while taking children to the bathroom for handwashing staff # 2 would be left out of ratio. This happened several times throughout the day.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2026
Oct 16, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On October 16, 2025, an unannounced inspection was conducted at the facility and a can of Lysol, and a container of disinfecting wipes were found on a counter within reach of the children in the school age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2025
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“On October 16, 2025, an unannounced inspection was conducted at the facility and potentially hazardous food (cheese sticks, yogurt, and strawberries) were found on a cart in the preschool room. Staff reported that the food is put in the refrigerator at 8:45. Children begin arriving at 7:30.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On October 16, 2025, a complaint inspection was conducted at the facility. At approximately 8:25 AM it was observed that there were 18 preschool aged children in the preschool room with 1 staff. A second staff did arrive at 8:30 AM. Staff reported that this is not the first time a room at the facility has been out of ratio recently.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
Oct 16, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On October 16, 2025, an unannounced inspection was conducted at the facility and a can of Lysol, and a container of disinfecting wipes were found on a counter within reach of the children in the school age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2025
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“On October 16, 2025, an unannounced inspection was conducted at the facility and potentially hazardous food (cheese sticks, yogurt, and strawberries) were found on a cart in the preschool room. Staff reported that the food is put in the refrigerator at 8:45. Children begin arriving at 7:30.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On October 16, 2025, a complaint inspection was conducted at the facility. At approximately 8:25 AM it was observed that there were 18 preschool aged children in the preschool room with 1 staff. A second staff did arrive at 8:30 AM. Staff reported that this is not the first time a room at the facility has been out of ratio recently.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
Jul 10, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On July 10, 2025, a renewal inspection was conducted. A review of staff files found that Staff Person #1 resided outside Pennsylvania within the last 5 years and did not have clearances on file from that state. Staff person #1 has been working in a childcare position at the facility. (See code sheet for date of hire)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On July 10, 2025, a renewal inspection was conducted. A review of staff files found that Staff Person #1 was fingerprinted for their FBI clearance after starting in a direct childcare position at the facility. There was no proof of request of the FBI clearance in the file of Staff Person #1. (See code sheet for date of hire)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. A review of children's files found that Child #1's file was missing health insurance policy number on the emergency contact information.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. In the toddler room, a bottle of spray-on hair detangler that said "keep out of reach of children" was found in a bin that was accessible to children. In the unlocked staff bathroom in the preschool room, a spray can of Glade deodorizer was found on a shelf that was within reach of the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“There were no handwashing reminder signs in the bathrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the toddler room, a plastic bin containing toys had a cracked lid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In the school age room, several outlets did not have protective covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
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Sep 16, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“Child #1 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“There were several exposed bolts on the fence surrounding the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #1 has been working in a childcare position for more than 45 days without a National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Child #1 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“The legal entity did not have comprehensive general liability insurance secured at time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Cribs in the infant room were closer than 2 feet on one side while children were in them napping.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Growing Minds Learning Center
Is Growing Minds Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Growing Minds Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Growing Minds Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 27, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Growing Minds Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 11 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 25 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 Growing Minds Learning Center care for?
102, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Growing Minds Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Growing Minds Learning Center'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 Growing Minds Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 966-7744 to ask.
What is Growing Minds Learning Center's phone number?
(610) 966-7744.
Where is Growing Minds Learning Center?
1336 W Minor St, Emmaus, PA 18049. The nearest other daycare we list is Premier Early Learning Center, 0.4 miles away.