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Middletown Alc
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About Middletown Alc
Middletown Alc is a child care center in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 201 children, serving school-age children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 39 rules across 13 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 201 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 | 201 childrenFrom the state license |
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Inspection reports for Middletown Alc
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 201 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00247381
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 11, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 13 of 15 visits · 39 rules in all · 39 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Supervision and ratios 7
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 5
- Background checks 4
- Records and paperwork 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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 11, 2026Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“An inspection was conducted 9/11/26 due to self-reported noncompliance. The facility reported that on 9/9/26, Child #1 was left in the building, unsupervised by Staff Person #1, at 5:01pm until the child entered the playground at 5:08pm. The facility provided video surveillance of the Falcons Room, where Child #1 is seen entering the bathroom at 5:00pm. Child #1 is in the supervisory group of Staff Person #1. Staff Person #2 enters the room with a group of children at 5:01pm. The children are seen lining up at the back door that exits to the alley leading to the playground. Staff Person #1 counts their children and exits the room at 5:02pm with their primary care group, while Child #1 is still in the bathroom. Staff Person #1 and their group arrive at the playground at 5:03pm. Staff Person #2 counts their children and exits the room at 5:04 with their primary care group, arriving at the playground with their group at 5:05pm. At 5:06, Child #1 is seen exiting the bathroom, looking around and quickly exiting the building into the alley. At 5:08pm, Child #1 is seen knocking on the gate to the playground and being let in by Staff Person #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2026
- Jun 29, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Jun 24, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“An unannounced inspection was conducted 6/24/26-7/16/26. During part of the onsite inspection on 7/6/26, the file for Staff Person #1 was reviewed. At that time, there was no health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2026
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“A complaint inspection was conducted 6/24/26-7/16/26. It was determined that Child #1 was injured while on a field trip 6/16/26, when another child pushed them from the swing and Child #1 bumped their head. The parent did not receive the incident report or notification of the incident until 6/17/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
Jun 24, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“An unannounced inspection was conducted 6/24/26-7/16/26. During part of the onsite inspection on 7/6/26, the file for Staff Person #1 was reviewed. At that time, there was no health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2026
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“A complaint inspection was conducted 6/24/26-7/16/26. It was determined that Child #1 was injured while on a field trip 6/16/26, when another child pushed them from the swing and Child #1 bumped their head. The parent did not receive the incident report or notification of the incident until 6/17/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
Jun 10, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“A complaint investigation was conducted 6/10/26. Through the investigation, it was found that on 6/3/26 Staff Person #1 took a group of 3 preschool children from the playground into the facility to the bathroom and was unsupervised by another staff person during that time. Staff Person #1 was hired as an aide and was not promoted to assistant group supervisor until 6/8/26. This was verified by the offer letter in the staff's file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2026
May 11, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“An allocated inspection was conducted 5/11/26. At that time, the files of the newly hired staff were reviewed. Staff Person #1 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“An allocated inspection was conducted 5/11/26. At that time, the files of the newly hired staff were reviewed. The TB test results for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 were not completed until after the staff had begun working with children at the facility. This is evidenced by the TB test results on file for Staff Person #2 being dated 3/16/26 and for Staff Person #3 being dated 4/13/26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“An allocated inspection was conducted 5/11/26. At that time, the birthdate of Child #1 was requested. When staff attempted to look up the child's birthdate in the emergency contact binder, the emergency contact form for Child #1 could not be found.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“An allocated inspection was conducted 5/11/26. At that time, plastic bags were observed on top of a low shelf in the bathroom of the Cranes Room. Plastic bags were observed in the floor level and upper level (24 inches high) cubbies in the Cranes Room. Staff Person #3 stated that the children in the room still place toys and objects in their mouths. The plastic bags were accessible to the children in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“An allocated inspection was conducted 5/11/26. At that time, a handwashing sign was not present at the sink in the Dragons Bathroom or at the sink in the Falcons Room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“An allocated inspection was conducted 5/11/26. At that time, water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the Cranes Room and in the Monkeys Room. Cracked, broken pieces of plastic that appeared to be the lid to storage containers were observed on the preschool playground. Garbage, including candy wrappers, baby wipes, and crushed plastic bottles and cups, were observed on the ground of the preschool playground.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“An allocated inspection was conducted 5/11/26. At that time, the files of the newly hired staff were reviewed. Staff Person #3 was observed working unsupervised in the Cranes Room. The file for Staff Person #3 did not include a PA State Police Clearance or a request for the clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.166(5) Six-months-old held
“An allocated inspection was conducted 5/11/26. At that time, Child #1 was observed seating in an inclined infant seat struggling to hold their bottle as they attempted to drink from it. Child #1 is not yet 6 months of age.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2026
Feb 18, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“A complaint inspection was conducted 2/20/26. On 2/16/26, staff at the center did not properly supervise the school age children. This was evidenced by the video provided by the center. On 2/16/26, from 3:37:47pm - 3:38:37pm, Staff Person #1 is in the Eagles Room, where they cannot see 4 of the children in their primary group, who are in the Dragons Room. The Eagles, Dragons and Falcons rooms are adjoining rooms next to each other but are 3 separate spaces. One of the children is seen walking between the Dragons and Eagles Room during this time. Two children are seen laying on a large pillow just inside the Dragons Room, where they cannot be seen by Staff Person #1 during this time period. Child #1 is seen alone in the Falcons Room retrieving a plastic bag from their cubby at 3:38:12pm and then walking into the Dragons Room. Child #1 places the plastic bag over their head at 3:38:17pm for 6 seconds before removing the bag. Child #1 then places the bag over their head a second time from 3:38:34pm - 3:39:03pm. Staff Person #1 did not go to the threshold between the Eagles and Dragons Rooms where they could see all children, including Child #1, until 3:38:37pm.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.21/3270.113(a) General Health and Safety/Supervised at all times
“A complaint inspection was conducted 2/20/26. On 2/16/26, staff at the center did not properly supervise the school age children. This was evidenced by the video provided by the center showing that on 2/16/26, from 3:37:47pm - 3:38:37pm, Staff Person #1 is in the Eagles Room, where they cannot see 4 of the children in their primary group. One of the children is seen walking between the Dragons and Eagles Room during this time. The Eagles, Dragons and Falcons rooms are adjoining rooms next to each other but are 3 separate spaces. Two children are seen laying on a large pillow just inside the Dragons Room, where they cannot be seen by Staff Person #1 who is in the Eagles room during this time period. Staff Person #1 stated that Child #1 was upset after an incident with two other children. Child #1 is seen alone in the Falcons Room retrieving a plastic bag from their cubby at 3:38:12pm and then walking into the Dragons Room. Staff Person #2 enters the room and follows behind Child #1 into the Dragons Room. Child #1 places the plastic bag over their head at 3:38:17pm for 6 seconds before removing the bag. Staff Person #2 appears to get down to speak with Child #1. Child #1 then places the bag over their head a second time from 3:38:34pm - 3:39:03pm. Staff Person #2 keeps the child in their line of sight during this time. The staff did not take the plastic bag from Child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
Oct 14, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. The child files were reviewed on 10/14/25. The fee agreement for Child #2 did not include the designated release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. On 10/14/25, Swiffer Wet Jet cleaner was observed in a Swiffer Wet Jet mop in the Cranes bathroom where it was accessible to the preschool children in the room. The cleaner was labeled "keep out of reach of children."”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. On 10/14/25, the foam covering on three of the poles on the playground was ripped. Garbage was observed on the Toddler 2 playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. On 10/14/25, chipping paint was observed along the back wall of the Cranes Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. On 10/14/25, a cracked toy bin with a potential pinch point was observed on the preschool playground. Many uncovered bolts were observed along the fencing of the preschool playground, toddler 1 playground, and toddler 2 playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. The child files were reviewed on 10/14/25. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the address of the release person. The emergency contact form for Child #2 did not include the address and phone number of the release person.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. On 10/14/25, cooked rice was observed in a lunch box in the Monkeys Room and was not refrigerated. A peeled mandarin was observed in a lunch box in the Cubs Room that was not refrigerated.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. The file for Staff Person #2 was reviewed on 10/14/25. At that time, the file only contained one written, nonfamily letter of reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.34(b) Each staff person meets quals/Director qualifications
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. The file for Staff Person #1 was reviewed on 10/14/25. Staff Person #1, the director, has not attained a bachelor's or associate's degree to qualify them for the position.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. The file for Staff Person #1 was reviewed on 10/14/25. At that time, it was reported that Staff Person #1 has lived in NY in the past five years. Neither a NY SOR nor NY CARI were on file for Staff Person #1. Staff Person #1 was hired and allowed to work without the NY Clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/14/25 and 10/17/25. The child files were reviewed on 10/14/25. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the business name, address, and phone number of the father.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025
Jul 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A swimming inspection was conducted on 7/7/25. The lifeguard files were reviewed at the facility prior to the inspection at the swimming location. The file for Staff Person #1 included a Department of Education FBI Clearance, but did not include a DHS FBI Clearance. The file for Staff Person #2 included a volunteer PA Child Abuse Clearance and not a PA Child Abuse Clearance for employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“A swimming inspection was conducted on 7/7/25. The lifeguard files were reviewed at the facility prior to the inspection at the swimming location. The files for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not include two written letters of reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2025
May 16, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“An inspection was conducted at the facility on 5/16/25. At that time, video footage from 5/14/25 was observed. On 5/14/25, Staff Person #1 was observed picking up Child #1 and smacking the child on the right leg with an open hand. Staff Person #1 was terminated from employment 5/15/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
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Jan 31, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“An unannounced inspection was conducted 1/31/25. At that time, the new staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1 did not include a PA Child Abuse Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“An unannounced inspection was conducted 1/31/25. At that time, the new staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1, an aide, did not include verification of education or experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.133(4) Locked
“An unannounced inspection was conducted 1/31/25. At that time, Aquaphor-fast diaper relief diaper cream was observed in a cubby approximate 24 inches high, where it was accessible to the young toddlers in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
Oct 7, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
3270.71 Heat Source
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/7/24. At that time, a heat lamp was observed on top of a gecko tank in the Monkey Room, where it was accessible to the children in the room. The heat lamp reached a temperature of 150° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/7/24. At that time, the diaper changing area in the infant room was not equipped with a source of running water for handwashing. The diaper changing table was behind a baby gate in the napping area of the infant room. Staff have to walk through the gate and across the room to reach the sink for handwashing.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/7/24. At that time, two water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the Eagles Room. Exposed bolts were observed along the chain link fence of the playground. A cracked and dirty step stool used for handwashing was observed in the Monkeys Room by the sink. Dirty step stools and dirty squatty potties were observed in both bathrooms in the Monkeys Room. A cracked and dirty step stool used for handwashing was observed in the Cubs Room by the sink. A fish tank, posing a crush hazard, was observed on a shelf in the Cubs Room where it was not secured to the shelf.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/7/24. At that time, plastic bags were observed in cubbies where they were accessible to the children in the Cranes Room. A preschool child was observed putting toys in their mouth in the Cranes Room. Zip lock bags were observed in a cubby in the Cubs Room where the toddler children had access to them. Construction paper in plastic packaging was observed on a shelf in the Cubs Room where the toddler children had access to it. Plastic diaper bags and gloves were observed on low shelves in the bathroom of the Cubs Room where the toddler children had access to them.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
3270.133(4) Locked
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/7/24. At that time, A&D Ointment was observed on a low shelf in the Cubs Bathroom where it was accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A renewal inspection was conducted 10/7/24. At that time, hand sanitizer was observed in a cubby about 12 inches high in the infant room where it was accessible to the mobile infants in the room. The hand sanitizer was labeled "keep out of reach of children."”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
- Jul 10, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jun 7, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“An unannounced inspection was conducted 6/7/24. At that time, the preservice trainings for all staff present were reviewed. Staff Person #1 completed AHA Heartsaver CPR AED, which did not include the pediatric first aid component, and is therefore not an acceptable pediatric first aid/cpr training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2024
3270.67(c) No insects or rodents
“A complaint investigation was conducted on 6/7/24. At that time, cockroaches were observed in the toddler room bathrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2024
Jun 7, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“An unannounced inspection was conducted 6/7/24. At that time, the preservice trainings for all staff present were reviewed. Staff Person #1 completed AHA Heartsaver CPR AED, which did not include the pediatric first aid component, and is therefore not an acceptable pediatric first aid/cpr training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2024
3270.67(c) No insects or rodents
“A complaint investigation was conducted on 6/7/24. At that time, cockroaches were observed in the toddler room bathrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2024
Oct 27, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.95(b)/3270.181(c) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Emergency contact form for child # 1 was not updated in over 6 months from 1/13/23 to 10/5/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2023
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“The facility interconnected fire alarm was not inspected in over 12 months from 8/3/22 to 10/18/23 by Protect Alarms.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit on the facility van has no gloves.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023
- Dec 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Middletown Alc
Is Middletown Alc licensed?
Yes. Middletown Alc is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Middletown Alc last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 11, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Middletown Alc had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 39 rules across 13 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 39 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 Middletown Alc care for?
201, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Middletown Alc accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Middletown Alc's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (610) 984-1025 to confirm.
How much does Middletown Alc cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 984-1025 to ask.
What is Middletown Alc's phone number?
(610) 984-1025.
Where is Middletown Alc?
2920 Easton Ave Suite 9-10, Bethlehem, PA 18017. The nearest other daycare we list is Governor Wolf Elementary Child Care Center, 0.4 miles away.