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Children at Promise Early Learning Center

1001 E Highland St, Allentown, PA 18109 · Lehigh County
Keystone STAR 4

Children at Promise Early Learning Center is a certified child care center in Allentown, PA, with capacity for 113 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 25 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (8 of 25). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #29 of 82 centers in Allentown and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 61% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #29 of 82 centers in Allentown
2 Core-safety citations
23 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
25 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 13, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 13, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Jul 14, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 14, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 31, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 12, 2022 · Inspection · citation found May 6, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 8
Records & paperwork 6
Training & qualifications 5
Background checks 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Health & medication 2

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff person #1 did not update their FBI clearance within 60 months. The original FBI clearance is dated 1-17-20 and it was not updated until 1-29-25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2025): “Staff person #1 updated their FBI clearance on 1-29-25.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
There is hand sanitizer and Eucerin lotion, both of which say, "Keep out of Reach of Children", accessible to children on the changing table in the Younger Toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2025): “The hand sanitizer and Eucerin lotion were moved to a shelf inaccessible to children.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
There is an accumulation of dust on the ceiling vents in the indoor play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “The ceiling vents will be cleaned.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
There is a ripped nap mat in the Older Toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “The ripped nap mat will be discarded and replaced with a new nap mat.”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
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/CPR
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2025): “Staff person #1 completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR on 2-22-25”
Citation Jul 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The emergency contact form and fee agreement for Child #1 have not been updated since 8-30-24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “The emergency contact form and fee agreement for Child #1 will be updated.”
Citation Mar 14, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The carpet is torn outside of the Toddler Room, resulting in a tripping hazard
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2025): “The loose part of the carpet was removed and the torn portion covered.”
Citation Mar 14, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2025): “Staff person #1 completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR on 2/22/25.”
Citation Jul 31, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility emergency plan does not address continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2024): “The operator will develop a continuity of operations plan and add it to the facility emergency plan. Once it is added, the updated emergency plan will be sent to Lehigh County Emergency Management & to Allentown.”
Citation Jul 31, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The foam blocks and play mat are ripped resulting in exposed foam in the Pre-K and Infant rooms. There are ripped nap mats in the Preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2024): “The ripped nap mats in the Preschool room will be replaced. The exposed foam on the blocks and play mat in the Pre-K and Infant rooms will be covered.”
Citation Jul 31, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
Fire drills are not being conducted every 60 days. Fire drills were conducted on 1/5/24, 3/8/24 and 5/21/24
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2024): “Fire drills will be conducted at least once every 60 days.”
Citation Jul 31, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
There is no work address or work phone number for enrolling parent included on the emergency contact parent for Child #1, Child #2 or Child #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2024): “The parent's work address and work phone number will be obtained & placed on the emergency contact form for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3.”
Citation Jul 31, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
There is no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2024): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency will be posted conspicuously in every childcare space and will accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.”
Core safety Jul 14, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff Person #1 and #2 each lived outside of PA within the previous 5 years prior to employment and did not have the appropriate out of state clearances or proof that they have submitted for the clearances on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2023): “- Contact the previous employers or the necessary organizations to obtain the necessary clearances needed for each of the staff.”
Citation Jul 14, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
There were areas of peeling paint on the walls in the young toddler room, older toddler room and preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2023): “We will paint the affected areas that have the peeling paint.”
Citation Jul 14, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, and Staff Person #5 did not have health assessments on file at the facility and have been providing direct care to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 8, 2023): “We will ask the 3 staff to provide health assessments to put in their files.”
Citation Jul 14, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, and Staff Person #5 did not have 2 written references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “We will ask the 3 staff to provide the necessary two references to put in their files”
Citation Jul 12, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the Preschool room, there was a hole in the wall behind the door. In the young toddler room an area rug was turning up from the floor causing a potential tripping hazard. In the older toddler room, electrical outlet plates were broken causing an area where a child could stick their fingers into.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2022): “An adhesive wall patch was placed on the wall in the preschool classroom to cover the hole and prevent further damage. The rug in the yt classroom was moved. Electrical faceplates were replaced. Pictures emailed to DHS Inspector.”
Citation Jul 12, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the young toddler room, 2 chairs were cracked on the seats causing possible pinch points.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2022): “The tops of the chairs in the yt classroom were replaced. Picture emailed to DHS Inspector.”
Citation Jul 12, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
Child #1 has been enrolled in the facility for more than 60 days and does not have a health report on file. (See code sheet for name and enrollment date)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2022): “Health report was emailed to the center by the child's parent. Health record was emailed to DHS Inspector.”
Citation Jul 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
Staff Person #1 did not have proof of education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2022): “Staff Person #1 provided high school diploma and it was added to her file. Diploma was emailed to DHS Inspector.”
Citation Jul 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff person #1 did not have two written, nonfamily references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2022): “Staff Person #1 provided the center with 2 references and were added to her file. References were emailed to DHS Inspector.”
Citation May 6, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff Person #3's Pediatric first aid and cpr are expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2022): “Staff #3 was supervised at all times when in the presence of children. Staff #3 has taken pediatric first aid and CPR and is now certified. Certificate was emailed to DHS inspector.”
Citation May 6, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff Person #1's mandated reporter training is expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2022): “Staff #1 was supervised at all times when in the presence of children. Staff #1 completed mandated reporting on may 6. Certificate was emailed to DHS inspector.”
Citation May 6, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff Persons #1 and #2 did not complete pediatric first aid and pediatric cpr within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2022): “Staff #1 is supervised at all times when in the presence of children. Scheduled for training for May 24. Staff #2 was supervised at all times in the presence of children. Took training and now certified. Certificate emailed to DHS Inspector.”

“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) $49.00 $49.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $49.00 $49.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $49.00 $49.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $48.00 $48.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $46.00 $46.00

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

Capacity 113 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Oct 1, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Jul 31, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Children At Promise Early Learning Center
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 439-2399
State certificate # CER-00258225
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Common questions

Has Children at Promise Early Learning 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 Jul 14, 2025 (background checks): “Staff person #1 did not update their FBI clearance within 60 months. The original FBI clearance is dated 1-17-20 and it was not updated until 1-29-25.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Children at Promise Early Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Children at Promise Early Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Children at Promise Early Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Jul 31, 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 Children at Promise Early Learning Center compare with other daycares in Allentown?

It is tied for #29 of 82 centers in Allentown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Children at Promise Early Learning Center last inspected?

Jul 13, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Children at Promise Early Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $49.00 for newborn, $49.00 for infant, $49.00 for young toddler, $48.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Children at Promise Early Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Children At Promise Early Learning Center.

Certified centers nearby

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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