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1402a W Laurel Blvd Suite A, Pottsville, PA
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The Perception Training Center
- licensed capacity
- 95
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Perception Training Center
The Perception Training Center is a child care center in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 95 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Child care center
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 95 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
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Fine Art, Sculpture, Fitness and Nutrition, Yoga, Arts and Crafts, Sensory Exploration, Creative Writing, Theatre, Spanish, Cooking, Carnival, Geography, Botany, Zoology, Physical Science |
| Staff | Qualified and certified early childhood professionals experienced in child development |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Supporting developing self-help skills like potty training |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (4 STAR Facility (rating body not named)) |
| Licensed capacity | 95 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for The Perception Training Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 95 children
- License number
- #CER-00259058
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 10, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Background checks 5
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- 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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Jun 10, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/2026, Staff persons #3 and #4 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. On 6/12/2026, Staff person #3 was again observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service trainings required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid/CPR and PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2. Staff person #4 as not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid/CPR”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/2026, The plastic playset outside on the toddler playground had cracks inside the playset that left sharp edges exposed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 6/10/2026 and 6/12/2026, the fire drill/fire detection log was up to date. However, the log showed one lapse in the requirement to manually test the fire alarm system at least once every 30 days. This is evidenced by the log documenting that the alarm system was manually tested on 8/13/2025 then not again until 9/17/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff #5 did not have any written, nonfamily references on 6/12/2026. Staff #5 now has two written, nonfamily references on file as of 6/29/2026. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/26, preschoolers were observed returning to their classroom after getting their lunch tray from the kitchen. During this time, Staff #1 was assisting with the lunches near the kitchen, and Staff #7 was inside the Oak classroom with other children. When the children left the lunchroom, they walked straight down a hallway, then turned a corner, and walked through the library area toward their classroom. However, there were no adults present in that library area supervising the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/2026, Staff #6 had current mandated reporter training on file dated 1/20/2026. However, this mandated reporter training was not completed within required 60-month time period, as evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 12/13/2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/2026, the FBI clearance on file for Staff #1 was observed to be issued from the Department of Education, which is not suitable for employment in a Dept. of Human Services Child Care program. Staff #1 was observed to be working directly with the children on 6/10/2026. Staff #1 did obtain the correct DHS FBI clearance on 6/11/2026. Staff #2 had all required clearances on file on 6/10/2026. However, the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance was not updated within the required 60-month time period. This is evidenced by the updated NSOR clearance on file for Staff #2 being dated 1/22/2026 while the previous NSOR clearance on file was dated 10/30/2020. Staff #2 verified that they had direct contact and routine interaction with children while the NSOR clearance was expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
Jun 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 6/18/2025, Staff #1 had current clearances on file. However, the current National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance was dated 5/28/2025. However, the previous National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance was dated 11/8/2019.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the Renewal Inspection on 6/18/2025, one of the electrical outlets in the Maple Room, preschool ages was observed to be missing a protective receptacle cover.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2025
Jun 13, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #3 did not complete mandated reporter training within a 60-month time period. This is evidenced by the updated mandated reporter training on file being dated 5/7/2024 and previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 12/15/2018.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the Renewal Inspection on 6/13/2024, Staff #1 had all of the required clearances on file. However, the child abuse clearance was dated 5/3/2024. The CPSL requires the completed child abuse clearance to be on file prior staff working with children at the facility. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person #2 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Staff person #2 completed this required pre-service training on 1/10/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2024
Jun 5, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Facility person's #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, & 15 did not complete the required health and safety training update by 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2023
Jun 7, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Child #3 & 4 are missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Child #5 is missing signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Child #1 is missing an updated child service report, date of last report 10/21. Child #2 is missing services to be provided to the family and the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“Staff #11 does not have proof of education on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2022
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Fire system checks have not been completed every 30 days. Date conducted 3/18/22 and another on 4/26/22 this is a span of 39 days. Date conducted 4/26/22 and another on 5/31/22 this is a span of 35 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“Cert Rep observed a pricker bush growing along the fence in the outdoor play space accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Facility person's #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10 do not have proof of annual emergency plan training, date of last annual training 5/25/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff #12 did not complete the required health and safety training within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“Child #4 is missing the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Child #2 is missing the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about The Perception Training Center
Is The Perception Training Center licensed?
Yes. The Perception Training Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Perception Training Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 10, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Perception Training Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 The Perception Training Center care for?
95, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does The Perception Training Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Perception Training 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 The Perception Training Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 624-7824 to ask.
What is The Perception Training Center's phone number?
(570) 624-7824.
Where is The Perception Training Center?
1265 B W Laurel Blvd, Pottsville, PA 17901. The nearest other daycare we list is Learning on Laurel, 0.2 miles away.