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1300 Eaton Ave, Bethlehem, PA
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Rcymca at LVHN Westgate
- licensed capacity
- 116
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $844
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About Rcymca at LVHN Westgate
Rcymca at LVHN Westgate is a child care center in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 116 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, pre-k and preschool. It lists monthly tuition from $844 to $1,364.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 29 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 5 years
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 116 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 116 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Rcymca at LVHN Westgate lists monthly tuition from $844 to $1,364.
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Infants, 3 Days per week – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $1,034 |
| Infants, 5 Days per week – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $1,364 |
| Infants, middle rate (days per week not labeled) – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $1,236 |
| Older Toddler, 3 Days per week – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $922 |
| Older Toddler, 5 Days per week – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $1,213 |
| Older Toddler, middle rate (days per week not labeled) – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $1,102 |
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| Preschool, 3 Days per week – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $844 |
| Preschool, 5 Days per week – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $1,102 |
| Preschool, middle rate (days per week not labeled) – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $1,001 |
| Young Toddler, 3 Days per week – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $956 |
| Young Toddler, 5 Days per week – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $1,252 |
| Young Toddler, middle rate (days per week not labeled) – 2026/2027 monthly rate | $1,136 |
| Non-refundable registration fee ($75 when you register before August 1, 2026) | $100 |
12 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Rcymca at LVHN Westgate
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
- Capacity
- 116 children
- License number
- #CER-00258030
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 8, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 11 visits · 29 rules in all · 29 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Food and nutrition 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 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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Jun 8, 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 6/8/26. During the investigation, it was discovered that on 5/28/26 Child #2 was left on the playground. Video footage showed that Child #2 was left on the playground from 11:53-11:57am with another staff and group of children before being brought back to their classroom by another staff. Child #2 was in the primary care group of Staff Person #2. Staff Person #2 was terminated from employment at the facility on 6/1/26. Through staff interviews, it was discovered, that a lapse of supervision occurred on 6/19/26. Video footage showed Child #2 and Child #3, both young toddlers, attempting to open the gate to the playground fencing and eventually succeeding. The children then began walking down the sidewalk outside the playground. This incident was unnoticed by Staff Person #3. The children were outside of the playground fence for less than a minute before being discovered.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2026
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“A complaint inspection was conducted 6/8/26. During the investigation, video footage of Room 17 was reviewed from 6/4/26 at 2:47pm. At that time, Child #1 is seen banging a book on a shelf. Staff Person #1 leans over the shelf and roughly jerks the child up and then back down to the floor before blocking the view of the camera. Staff interviews discovered that while blocking the camera, Staff Person #1 had pushed the child down again, grabbing the child by the wrist and then scolding the child, Staff Person #1 is heard in the video saying "All done, no thank you. Your friend is sleeping. You are not being nice. No" Child #1 crawls away toward another shelf. Staff Person #1 walks toward Child #1 and leaning over the next shelf and pushes the child roughly by their head. Staff Person #1 was terminated from employment at the facility on 6/5/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
May 6, 2026Inspection13 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“A complaint inspection was conducted 5/6/26 - 5/8/26. On 5/8/26, Staff Person #6 was observed grabbing a toy from the hands of Child #5 and tossing it aside while saying "Okay, you're done!" Staff Person #6 then roughly placed Child #5 in a chair. Staff Person #6 then picked up Child #6 and roughly placed that child into a chair, pushing the chair up to the table roughly enough that the child's head bounced back.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #2 did not include the health insurance policy number. The emergency contact form for Child #3 did not include the health insurance coverage information or policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, the first aid kit in Room 7 did not include bandages and the first aid kit in Room 4 did not include tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, Pipette sunscreen was observed in an open diaper bag of a floor level cubby in Room 1, the young toddler room. The sunscreen was labeled "keep out of reach of children."”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/8/26, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #4 contained a PA Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Clearance that were not updated within 60 months. This is evidenced by the PA Child Abuse Clearances on file dated 1/29/20 and 2/14/25 and the FBI Clearances on file dated 1/22/20 and 3/3/25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/8/26, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, and Staff Person #5 included fire safety trainings for the staff showing that the trainings had not been completed within twelve months of the previous training. This was evidenced by the fire safety training dates of 7/25/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #3; 6/19/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #4; and 9/16/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #5.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, two unlabeled bottles were observed in the refrigerator of Room 4.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/8/26, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, and Staff Person #5 included emergency plan trainings for the staff showing that the plan had not been reviewed within twelve months of the previous training. This was evidenced by the emergency plan training dates of 7/31/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #3; 9/5/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #4; and 9/5/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #5.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. Through interviews, it was found that Staff Person #1 was discovered sleeping in Room 1 by Staff Person #2, who had to nudge and call the staff's name to wake them. Staff Person #2 stated that at least five of the nine young toddlers in the room were awake at that time. This occurred on 4/29/26. Staff Person #1 was immediately terminated from employment on 4/29/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, plastic bags were observed in a floor level cubby and diapers in plastic packaging were observed in the unlocked drawers next to the changing table of Room 17, where they were accessible to the mobile infants receiving care at that time.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, the bathroom area of Room 1 was observed to have toys scattered all over the floor, blocking access to the sink used for handwashing after the young toddlers are diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include the phone numbers of the children's physicians.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #4 did not include the work phone number of the mother.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
May 6, 2026Complaint investigation13 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“A complaint inspection was conducted 5/6/26 - 5/8/26. On 5/8/26, Staff Person #6 was observed grabbing a toy from the hands of Child #5 and tossing it aside while saying "Okay, you're done!" Staff Person #6 then roughly placed Child #5 in a chair. Staff Person #6 then picked up Child #6 and roughly placed that child into a chair, pushing the chair up to the table roughly enough that the child's head bounced back.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #2 did not include the health insurance policy number. The emergency contact form for Child #3 did not include the health insurance coverage information or policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, the first aid kit in Room 7 did not include bandages and the first aid kit in Room 4 did not include tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, Pipette sunscreen was observed in an open diaper bag of a floor level cubby in Room 1, the young toddler room. The sunscreen was labeled "keep out of reach of children."”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/8/26, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #4 contained a PA Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Clearance that were not updated within 60 months. This is evidenced by the PA Child Abuse Clearances on file dated 1/29/20 and 2/14/25 and the FBI Clearances on file dated 1/22/20 and 3/3/25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/8/26, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, and Staff Person #5 included fire safety trainings for the staff showing that the trainings had not been completed within twelve months of the previous training. This was evidenced by the fire safety training dates of 7/25/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #3; 6/19/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #4; and 9/16/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #5.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, two unlabeled bottles were observed in the refrigerator of Room 4.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/8/26, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, and Staff Person #5 included emergency plan trainings for the staff showing that the plan had not been reviewed within twelve months of the previous training. This was evidenced by the emergency plan training dates of 7/31/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #3; 9/5/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #4; and 9/5/24 and 2/16/26 for Staff Person #5.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. Through interviews, it was found that Staff Person #1 was discovered sleeping in Room 1 by Staff Person #2, who had to nudge and call the staff's name to wake them. Staff Person #2 stated that at least five of the nine young toddlers in the room were awake at that time. This occurred on 4/29/26. Staff Person #1 was immediately terminated from employment on 4/29/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, plastic bags were observed in a floor level cubby and diapers in plastic packaging were observed in the unlocked drawers next to the changing table of Room 17, where they were accessible to the mobile infants receiving care at that time.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, the bathroom area of Room 1 was observed to have toys scattered all over the floor, blocking access to the sink used for handwashing after the young toddlers are diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include the phone numbers of the children's physicians.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/6/26 and 5/8/26. On 5/6/26, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #4 did not include the work phone number of the mother.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
Mar 23, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.55(a) Toddler and preschool children
“A complaint inspection was conducted on 3/23/26. During the inspection, it was determined through staff interviews that Preschool Room 4 room is frequently out of ratio during naptime from 12:30-2:30 when approximately 3 out of 18 preschool children nap and many children are up and off their cots. During naptime on 3/2/26, Staff Person #1 was alone with 18 preschool children during naptime but many children were up and off of their cots during that time.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“A complaint inspection was conducted on 3/23/26. During the inspection, it was determined through staff interviews that a lapse of supervision occurred on 3/2/26 when Staff Person #1 was diapering Child #1 in the bathroom area of the classroom. Staff Person #1 could not see the children in the classroom. During this time, Child #2 left their cot and pulled down the pants of Child #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
Mar 23, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.55(a) Toddler and preschool children
“A complaint inspection was conducted on 3/23/26. During the inspection, it was determined through staff interviews that Preschool Room 4 room is frequently out of ratio during naptime from 12:30-2:30 when approximately 3 out of 18 preschool children nap and many children are up and off their cots. During naptime on 3/2/26, Staff Person #1 was alone with 18 preschool children during naptime but many children were up and off of their cots during that time.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“A complaint inspection was conducted on 3/23/26. During the inspection, it was determined through staff interviews that a lapse of supervision occurred on 3/2/26 when Staff Person #1 was diapering Child #1 in the bathroom area of the classroom. Staff Person #1 could not see the children in the classroom. During this time, Child #2 left their cot and pulled down the pants of Child #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
Aug 6, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“A complaint inspection was conducted on 8/6/25. At that time, the center director disclosed that a yogurt requiring refrigeration was discovered in the cupboard when staff were preparing for afternoon snack on 7/31/25. Staff stated that the yogurt was not served to the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
May 2, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/2/25. At that time, peeling paint was observed on the purple cabinet next to the changing table in Room 17.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/2/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.133(4) Locked
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/2/25. At that time, Up and Up diaper cream was observed in the purple cabinet next to the changing table in Room 17. The cabinet is not equipped with a child lock. The diaper cream was labeled "keep out of reach of children" and was accessible to the mobile infants in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/2/25. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The physical on file for Staff Person #1 did not include whether the staff was free from communicable diseases and suitable to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“A renewal inspection was conducted 5/2/25. At that time, diapers in plastic sleeves were observed in the purple cabinet next to the changing table in Room 17. The cabinet is not equipped with a child lock. The plastic packaging was accessible to the mobile infants in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
Jan 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“An unannounced inspection was conducted 1/17/25. At that time, the fire drill log was reviewed. The fire drills had not been conducted for 92 days, The dates of the fire drills were 10/1/24 and not again until 12/31/24”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
Jan 16, 2025Visit2 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“An inspection was conducted at the facility on 1/17/25 as a result of self-reported noncompliance by the child care center. On 1/15/25, Staff Person #1 left the classroom at 4:19:41 with a group of children, leaving Child #1 behind in the classroom. Child #1 was behind a shelf where Staff Person #1 could not see them. Child #1 left the classroom at 4:21:45 after realizing they were alone in the room. At 4:22:35, Child #1 was found in the hallway by Staff Person #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“An inspection was conducted at the facility on 1/17/25 as a result of self-reported noncompliance by the child care center. On 1/15/25, Staff Person #1 left the classroom at 4:19:41 with a group of children, leaving Child #1 behind in the classroom. Child #1 was behind a shelf where Staff Person #1 could not see them. Child #1 left the classroom at 4:21:45 after realizing they were alone in the room. At 4:22:35, Child #1 was found in the hallway by Staff Person #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2025
Nov 15, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“A renewal inspection was conducted 11/15/24. At that time, a ham and cheese sandwich was observed in a lunch box in a cubby in Room 7.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“A renewal inspection was conducted 11/15/24. At that time, plastic bags were observed in an unlocked drawer approximately 30" high in Room 1 and Room 15 where they were accessible to the young toddlers and older infants in the rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.133(5) Original label
“A renewal inspection was conducted 11/15/24. At that time, children's liquid allergy medicine with an expiration date of 10/24 was observed in Room 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
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- Aug 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Rcymca at LVHN Westgate
Is Rcymca at LVHN Westgate licensed?
Yes. Rcymca at LVHN Westgate is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Rcymca at LVHN Westgate last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 8, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Rcymca at LVHN Westgate had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 10 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 29 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 Rcymca at LVHN Westgate care for?
116, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Rcymca at LVHN Westgate accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Rcymca at LVHN Westgate's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Rcymca at LVHN Westgate cost?
Monthly tuition from $844 to $1,364, as it lists it.
What is Rcymca at LVHN Westgate's phone number?
(610) 596-8644.
Where is Rcymca at LVHN Westgate?
2435 Schoenersville Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18017. The nearest other daycare we list is Notre Dame of Bethlehem Preschool, 0.6 miles away.