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Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd
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About Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd
Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd is a child care center in Allentown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 172 children, serving school-age children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 45 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 172 children
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| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 172 childrenFrom the state license |
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Inspection reports for Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 172 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00258258
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 8 visits · 45 rules in all · 45 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 10
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Safety and hazards 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Records and paperwork 5
- Background checks 4
- Safe sleep 3
- Food and nutrition 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 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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Sep 8, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 9/8/2026, the fire drill/fire detection log was up to date. However, the log showed a previous lapse in the requirement to manually test the fire detection system at least once every 30 days as follows: Alarm system was tested on 6/22/2026 then not again until 7/28/2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“On 9/8/2026, the rest cots that were being used by the children in the preschool classroom and the infant/toddler classroom were not labeled for the use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the Renewal Inspection on 9/8/2026, there were several exposed bolts on the inside part of the fence on both the infant/toddler playground and the preschool/school age playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the Renewal Inspection on 9/8/2026, the boy's bathroom in the school age classroom and the sink just outside this bathroom did not have a posted sign on which the handwashing requirement was written.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the Renewal Inspection on 9/8/2026, one of the electrical outlets accessible to children in the preschool classroom was missing a protective receptacle cover.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026
- Sep 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 24, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Complaint investigation verified that on 4/20/2026, Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 exited the facility at the end of the day with Child #1 remaining inside the facility. Child #1 was left alone and unsupervised in the facility for approximately three minutes until the child's parent arrived for pick-up.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2026
Apr 8, 2026Inspection23 rules cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, unlabeled bottles were observed in the ITCS room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2026
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, Child #2 is preschool aged. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #2 is dated 3/14/2024 which is over 12 months ago. Child #5 is a young toddler. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #5 is dated 1/13/2025, which is over 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, emergency contact forms for several children were not present in the ITCS room where care was being provided.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person
“At that time, the following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Release person's address. Child #2: Release person's address. Child #4: Release persons' addresses. Child #5: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #6: Mother's work address and work telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“At that time, there was no Child Service Report (CSR) on file for Child #1, Child #2, or Child #5.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. During visit on 4/28/2026, an infant was observed sleeping in an infant bouncer seat. Staff in the room indicated that there was no documented medical reason on file from a physician, physician's assistant, or CRNP authorizing the infant to sleep in a position other than that recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3270.107 Refrigerator
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, the refrigerator in the PKC 1 room was observed to have spilled residue and buildup on interior surfaces.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.106(a)/3270.106(j) Clean, age appropriate/Prohibit items in crib
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, cribs in the ITCS room were not labeled. Additionally, a stuffed animal was observed in a crib with a sleeping infant.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, a handwashing sign was not posted at the sink in the Preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, peeling paint was observed in the PKC 2, PKC 3, and Toddler rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2026
3270.75(a)/3270.75(c) In child care spaces/Has all items
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, there was no first-aid kits in the School-Age or Toddler rooms. The first-aid kit in the ITCS room was missing bandages and tape. The first-aid kit in the PKC 2 room was missing scissors, tweezers, and soap.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, the following documents were not updated within the past 6 months: Child #1: Emergency contact form last updated 5/2/2025. Child #2: Emergency contact form last updated 10/8/2024. Child #3: Emergency contact form last updated 3/21/2024. Fee agreement last updated 9/9/2025. Child #5: Emergency contact form last updated 2/18/2025. Child #6: Emergency contact form last updated 3/22/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2026
3270.74/3270.111(b) Emergency Numbers Posted/Posted in group space
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, the following postings were missing in the following rooms: Preschool: Emergency telephone numbers. PKC 1: Emergency telephone numbers. PKC 2: Emergency telephone numbers. PKC 3: Daily activities. School-Age: Daily activities.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.66(a)/3270.66(b) Locked or inaccessible/Original container
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, unlabeled bottles containing a bleach and water solution, as reported by staff, were observed in both the PKC 2 and ITCS rooms. Additionally, bleach and Borax, both labeled "keep out of reach of children," were observed on the bottom shelf of an unlocked cabinet in the School-Age room, making them accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. The following staff files did not have current staff evaluations done within the previous 12 months: Staff Person #4: Last staff evaluation on file for Staff Person #4 is dated 12/28/2023. Staff Person #5: There was no staff evaluation on file for Staff Person #5. Staff Person #5 has been employed at the facility for over 12 months (see LIS code sheet for start date). Staff Person #7: Last staff evaluation on file for Staff Person #7 is dated 12/28/2023. Staff Person #8: Last staff evaluation on file for Staff Person #8 is dated 12/28/2023. Staff Person #10: Last staff evaluation on file for Staff Person #10 is dated 12/21/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
3270.36(b) Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Staff Person #2 was listed on the Staff Data Sheet as an Assistant Group Supervisor (AGS); however, the file for Staff Person #2 contained only documentation of a high school diploma. No documentation of child care experience, qualifying education, or qualifying training was on file to demonstrate that Staff Person #2 met the qualifications for an Assistant Group Supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Previous pediatric first-aid/CPR certificate on file for Staff Person #1 expired 8/31/2025 and was not renewed until 9/17/2025. Previous pediatric first-aid/CPR certificate on file for Staff Person #7 expired 9/30/2025 and was not renewed until 2/17/2026..”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Last documented fire safety training on file for Staff Person #9 is dated 8/9/2024, which is over 12 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Staff Person #3 had an "online skills only" portion of pediatric first-aid/CPR training in file dated 11/27/2025, which is not an acceptable pediatric first-aid/CPR training. Staff Person #3 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first-aid/CPR from PQAS instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Staff Person #7 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by documented mandated reporter training certificates on file being dated 10/29/2020 and 1/29/2026.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During renewal inspection on 4/28/2026, Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #6 observed to be caring for children unsupervised during naptime in the ITCS room. Staff Person #3 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid/CPR from PQAS instructor. Staff Person #6 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: acceptable pediatric first-aid/CPR from PQAS instructor, CCDBG health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. The following files had clearances updated past 60-month requirement per CPSL and Chapter 3490: Staff Person #7: File for Staff Person #7 contained PSP clearances dated 10/30/2020 and 3/31/2026, child abuse clearances dated 11/2/2020 and 4/3/2026, DHS FBI clearances dated 11/17/2020 and 3/31/2026, and NSOR verifications dated 6/26/2020 and 4/2/2026. Staff Person #8: File for Staff Person #8 contained PSP clearances dated 1/15/2021 and 3/31/2026, child abuse clearances dated 1/15/2021 and 3/31/2026 and DHS FBI clearances dated 1/15/2021 and 3/31/2026. Staff Person #9: DHS FBI clearances dated 12/30/2019 and 1/24/2025 and NSOR verifications dated 12/19/2019 and 1/2/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/2026-4/28/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Files for Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3, and Staff Person #5 did not contain proof that they were trained on the facility's emergency plan. Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3, and Staff Person #5 have been employed at the facility for over 90 days (see LIS code sheet for start dates). The most recent emergency plan training on file for Staff Person #9 is dated 1/2/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
Dec 30, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“An unannounced monitoring was conducted on 12/30/2025. At that time, files for all staff present during the inspection were reviewed. Staff Person #4 had not completed the required Health and Safety CCDBG pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff reported that Staff Person #4 assists in classrooms at the end of the day.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“An unannounced monitoring was conducted on 12/30/2025. At that time, files for all staff present during the inspection were reviewed. Staff person #3 has completed the health and safety course titled "Health and Safety Basics: Requirements for Certification" but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“An unannounced monitoring was conducted on 12/30/2025. At that time, files for all staff present during the inspection were reviewed. The following staff members did not have current mandated reporter training documentation on file, as required: Staff Person #2: Did not complete mandated reporter training within the last 60 months, as evidenced by the most recent training certificate on file dated 11/2/2020. Staff Person #3: Did not complete mandated reporter training within the last 60 months, as evidenced by the most recent training certificate on file dated 10/23/2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“An unannounced monitoring was conducted on 12/30/2025. At that time, files for all staff present during the inspection were reviewed. The following staff files did not contain current clearances as required by the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL): Staff Person #1: The most recent child abuse clearance on file is dated 10/29/2020, and the most recent FBI clearance on file is dated 11/10/2020. A receipt dated 5/23/2025 was also on file; however, a receipt does not constitute an acceptable or complete clearance. Staff Person #2: The most recent National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) verification on file is dated 6/26/2020 and is expired. Staff Person #3: The most recent National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) verification on file is dated 6/26/2020 and is expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“An unannounced monitoring was conducted on 12/30/2025. At that time, Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 were observed caring for children unsupervised while the certification representative interviewed Staff Person #1 in a separate room. Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 had not completed mandated reporter training within the required 60-month timeframe. This is evidenced by the mandated reporter training certificates on file being dated 11/2/2020 for Staff Person #2 and 10/23/2020 for Staff Person #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
Apr 30, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“There is no threshold strip in the doorway to the Infant/Toddler gym.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“There is no written plan identifying the means transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted in any of the rooms at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The small couch in the Toddler room is ripped resulting in exposed foam.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact forms and financial agreements for the following children have not been updated in the last 6 months: Child #1, Child #2, Child #3 and Child #4.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The most recent assessment for Child #1 is dated 3/28/24. There is no assessment on file for Child #3. Child #3 started at the facility on 9/18/23.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There is peeling paint on the bottom shelf and on the corner of the wall between the two doors in the Preschool/School Age gym.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
Apr 25, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There was a small area of peeling paint on the wall in the school age room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff Person #1 completed pediatric first-aid and CPR on 1/15/24 which was more than 90 days from date of hire. See code sheet for date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“There were several exposed bolts on the fences surrounding both outdoor playgrounds.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“There was a small spill in the refrigerator in the Pre-K Counts 3 room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“Child #1 was enrolled on January 3, 2023 as an infant. The initial health assessment was dated 1/6/23 and an update was not received until 3/18/24. Updates should have been provided in July 2023 and January 2024. See code sheet for date of birth.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024
Oct 30, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“On 10/19/23 Staff person #1 strapped child #1 into a chair at nap time because child was crying.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2023
Jun 30, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Several bolts were missing the protective cover on the fence around both outdoor play spaces.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator in the toddler room had some spills in it that needed to be cleaned.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“Daily schedules were in the classrooms but were not posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Written plans plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency were in each classroom but were not posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted
“Evacuation routes were in the rooms but not posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There was a small area of peeling paint on one of the walls in Pre-K 4 near the closet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff Person #1 worked in a child care position with expired clearances. Previous PA State Police clearance was dated 12/26/17 and was not updated until 1/16/23. Previous PA Child Abuse History Clearance was dated 12/27/17 and not updated until 2/3/23. Previous FBI clearance was dated 1/3/18 and was not updated until 3/10/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Handwashing reminder signs were present near the sinks and toilets but were not all posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“While the facility's fire detection system was being tested, the exit door in the preschool wing did not open and staff and children were unable to exit that door.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2023
Show 2 earlier visits
- Apr 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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Questions about Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd
Is Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd licensed?
Yes. Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 8, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 45 rules across 6 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 45 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 Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd care for?
172, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (610) 820-5333 to confirm.
How much does Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 820-5333 to ask.
What is Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd's phone number?
(610) 820-5333.
Where is Lehigh Valley Childrens Center on Union Blvd?
555 Union Blvd, Allentown, PA 18109. The nearest other daycare we list is Wecare Academy, 0.2 miles away.