ABC Childrens Day Care Center
ABC Childrens Day Care Center is a certified child care center in Allentown, PA, with capacity for 105 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 11 times. The state cited 21 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (6 of 21). 3 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #13 of 82 centers in Allentown and has fewer citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During an unannounced inspection on 5/4/26 Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training that was completed through a Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS) approved curriculum. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first- aid/CPR training expiration date of 4/30/26. Staff Person #1 completed a first aid and CPR training dated 4/20/26, however the training was not completed through a PQAS approved curriculum.
During an unannounced inspection on 5/4/26 Staff person #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first- aid/CPR training expiration date of 4/30/26. Staff Person #1 completed a first aid and CPR training dated 4/20/26, however the training was not completed through a PQAS approved curriculum. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training through a PQAS approved curriculum is not on file.
Facility staff person # 1 did not complete fire safety training in over 12 months from 1/17/25 to 3/9/26.
Fire alarm testing was not conducted within 30 days from 1/7/25 to 2/11/25.
Facility staff # 1 hired and working at facility more than 90 days does not have pediatric first aid and cpr training.
At the time of the inspection, the temperature of the water in the women's bathroom measured 111° F.
At the time of the inspection, staff person #1 only had 8 clock hours of child care training during the 4/22-4/23 training period.
During the inspection, staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: PQAS approved Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.
During the inspection, staff person #1's tuberculosis screening was conducted on 11/23/21, which reflects a date of more than 12 months prior to providing service in a child care setting (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
During the renewal inspection, the hot water in the bathrooms measured 111° F.
During the renewal inspection, the medication log for child #6 which was signed by the parent only provided consent for the administration of the albuterol medication until 12/2021.
During the renewal inspection, the operator did not have a written policy addressing the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
During an onsite inspection on 4/26/22, the outdoor playground had telephone/electrical wires that were hanging down closer to the surface and were within reach of children. The playground was covered in weeds and thistles causing a hazard for children. In the Toddler room, the dramatic play kitchen was not mounted to a surface and was able to be tipped when opened.
During an onsite inspection on 4/26/22, the embedded swing set equipment had soil as surfacing. Soil is not defined as a loose fill protective surfacing that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
During an onsite inspection on 4/26/22, child #1 did not have verification of an annual influenza vaccination being conducted or an exemption from the influenza vaccine on file.
During an onsite inspection on 4/26/22, the emergency plan on file did not have verification that it was sent to the city of Allentown for review.
During an onsite inspection on 4/26/22, in the School Age room, the Center room and the Gym located all on the second floor, there was no posted written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.
At the time of the inspection, the Little Tykes slide in the gym had a small crack in it.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency plan on file did not include accommodations for infants and toddlers in the event of an emergency.
At the time of the inspection, there was no verification that the provider is conducting annual emergency drills.
At the time of the inspection, the operator had stated that they do not provide parents the link to the Chapter 3270 regulations electronically.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $60.00 | $55.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $60.00 | $55.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $55.00 | $52.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $55.00 | $52.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $50.00 | $45.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $42.00 | $40.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $42.00 | $40.00 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has ABC Childrens Day Care Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on May 4, 2026 (supervision): “During an unannounced inspection on 5/4/26 Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training that was completed through a…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about ABC Childrens Day Care Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at ABC Childrens Day Care Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is ABC Childrens Day Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jul 16, 2026. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does ABC Childrens Day Care Center compare with other daycares in Allentown?
It is tied for #13 of 82 centers in Allentown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was ABC Childrens Day Care Center last inspected?
May 4, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does ABC Childrens Day Care Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for newborn, $60.00 for infant, $55.00 for young toddler, $55.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs ABC Childrens Day Care Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Iglesia De Jesucristo Pentecostes Ucc In.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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