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1201 E Broad St, Tamaqua, PA
5.0· 4 reviews
Lois Knadler
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Lois Knadler
Lois Knadler is a group home daycare in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 12 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lois Knadler has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Lois Knadler
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #CER-00252931
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 5, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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 5, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3280.94(a)(1)/3280.95(a) Every 60 days/FIRE DETECTION
“During the Renewal Inspection on 3/5/2026, the fire drill and fire detection log was up to date with the requirements. However, the log showed the following lapses in the requirements during the previous 12 months: Fire drill was conducted on 5/14/2025 then not again until 7/16/2025 and the fire alarm system was manually tested on 10/9/2025 then not again until 11/13/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2026
Mar 26, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 3/26/2025, two electrical outlets in the childcare room accessible to the children were missing protective receptacle covers. There were also two electrical power strips that did not have protective receptacle covers in the outlets.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2025
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“On 3/26/2025, peeling paint was observed in several areas on the bottom part of the house outside in the outdoor play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025
3280.131(a) Health Information
“On 3/26/2025, Child #1 had an initial health report on file as of 10/2/2024. However, this was more than 60 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024
Mar 5, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility
“Fire system checks have not been completed every 30 days, date of last system check was 12/15/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2024
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Child service reports have not been completed every 6 months for child #1 & 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2024
3280.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“The emergency telephone numbers are not posted in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2024
3280.26(f) Emergency plan
“Operator is missing proof that a copy of the emergency plan was submitted to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2024
3280.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Fire drills have not been conducted every 60 days, date of last fire drill was 10/31/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2024
Dec 15, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Child #2 is missing signed parental consent for emergency medical and minor first aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Child #2 is missing the addresses of the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3280.182(1) Initial and subsequent health assessments
“Child #2 is missing an initial health assessment and immunizations.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Child #1, 3, & 4 are missing updated emergency contact and agreements.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Operator does not have a plan to address continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Child #3 is missing the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Child #4 is missing the parents work address and telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2023
Mar 24, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Child #2 is missing the phone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2023
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Child #2 is missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2023
3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e) Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record
“Child #1 does not have a current flu vaccine for 2022, date of last flu vaccine 11/3/21. Child #2 does not have a current flu vaccine for 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2023
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff 1 & 2 have not completed the health and safety training update.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2023
Aug 16, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3280.95(b) Staff responsibility
“During the record review it was observed that the interconnect fire system was tested on 5/1/22 and then again on 6/1/22 which is a span of 31 days. Fire system was tested on 7/1/22 and then again on 8/1/22 which is a span of 31 days which exceeds the requirement of testing every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2022
Mar 21, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3280.151(c)(2)/3280.192(3) Mantoux TB /Health assessment, TB test
“Staff person #1 does not have a tuberculosis screening on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022
3280.31(f)/3280.31(h) Age and training/Completion of professional development
“Staff person #1's date of hire 12/23/20. Staff person #1 has not completed the required health and safety professional development training within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2022
3280.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“Child #1 is missing the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2022
3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“Child #1 is missing an updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2022
3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Child #1 is missing the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Lois Knadler
Is Lois Knadler licensed?
Yes. Lois Knadler is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Lois Knadler last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 5, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lois Knadler had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Lois Knadler care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Lois Knadler accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Lois Knadler's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lois Knadler cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 778-2946 to ask.
What is Lois Knadler's phone number?
(570) 778-2946.
Where is Lois Knadler?
Tamaqua, PA 18252. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.