Epic Learning Center Alburtis is a certified child care center in Alburtis, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 19 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for records & paperwork (11 of 19). 11 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #71 of 155 centers in Lehigh County and has fewer citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
Fewer citations than 56% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #71 of 155 centers in Lehigh County
0
Core-safety citations
19
Other citations
4
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
19 citations from 4 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 11 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 9, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Records & paperwork
11
Emergency preparedness
5
Building & playground safety
2
Training & qualifications
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the current emergency plan on file was last updated 1/3/25 and had not been updated to include the current staff employed by the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “The operator will immediately update and document any changes to the emergency plan when needed and inform staff of updates. Documentation of update will be noted on top page of emergency plan. Annual training for staff will be documented. signed and dated by all staff and filed on site with copy…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the emergency plan training documentation could not be located.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “Provider will create a program binder that collects all documentation of emergency plan trainings to be kept on site. Previous school year logs of trainings and drills are also to be kept on site for review. Annual training for staff will be documented. signed and dated by all staff and filed on…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the emergency drill log could not be located for review.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “A program binder has been created and previous school year emergency plan drills will be stored in this binder on site. The drill log will be completed when the emergency drill is conducted and filed in the binder.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the fire drill log on file at the facility was for the 2026-2027 school year and only included one fire drill conducted 9/1/26. The previous year's fire drill log could not be located during the inspection and there was no way to verify that fire drills had been conducted every 60 days during the previous year.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “An on site program binder has been created to keep documentation of all drills and logs. Previous year logs will not be removed from this binder. The fire drills will be conducted at least every 60 days and documented on the fire drill log that will be kept in the binder.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the facility's current liability insurance was not on file at the facility. A copy of the previous year's liability insurance dated 2/1/25-2/1/26 was on file.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “Provider will be sure to print copies of liability insurance and distribute to program on-site information binders annually, when policies are renewed or immediately if policy is updated.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The financial agreement for Child #1 did not include the parent's signature.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “Provider will obtain signature of parent on the fee agreement at time of enrollment. The fee agreement of Child #1 will be signed by the parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #3 did not include the work address of the mother or the work address and phone number of the father.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “A letter was sent to all parents reminding them of required information required on all enrollment forms. Director will explain all forms to parents during enrollment meeting and ensure all information is completed. The parents of Child #3 will add the work address and phone number to the emergency…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage information and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “The health insurance coverage information and policy number will be added to the emergency contact form for Child #2. Director will conduct enrollment meetings with parents prior to child's start date to review paperwork and ensure all required information and signatures are completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #3 did not include the address of the release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “The address of the release persons for Child #3 will be added to the emergency contact form. An enrollment meeting will be required to review and complete paperwork required for program enrollment. Director will explain importance of required information ensure all information is provided by parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #3 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or administration of minor first aid procedures by staff.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “The parents of Child #3 will add signed parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid procedures by staff to the emergency contact form. Director will meet with all families individually at the start of each new school year (or at time of enrollment) to review…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 9, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/9/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The verification of experience form for Staff Person #1 was not signed by the person verifying the experience.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 23, 2026): “The verification of experience form for Staff Person #1 was signed by the person verifying the experience. During new hire process, operator will verify work experience by either phone call to listed parties and/or only accept verification forms that have been signed by representative.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation
Sep 22, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/22/25. At that time, Lysol Wipes, labeled "keep out of reach of children" were observed on a windowsill approximately 30 inches high in the cafeteria where the children were receiving care. The Lysol wipes were accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2025): “The Lysol wipes were immediately placed on the custodian cart in the kitchen area where they are not accessible to the children.”
Citation
Sep 22, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/22/25. At that time, the fire drill log could not be located at the facility for review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “The fire drill log will be kept on file at the facility. Fire drills will be conducted every 60 days and documented on the fire drill log.”
Citation
Sep 22, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/22/25. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The mandated reporter training for staff person #1 was not completed within the 60 months. This is evidenced by the documented mandated reporter trainings on file being dated 8/20/20 and 9/15/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “Mandated reporter trainings for all staff is currently up to date.”
Citation
Sep 22, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/22/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the business name, address, and phone number of the parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “The business name, address, and phone number of the parents will be added to the emergency contact forms.”
Citation
Apr 16, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/16/25. At that time, three bottles of Fullsan II, a germicide cleaner, and Chem Wipes were observed on a custodian cart in the cafeteria where the children were receiving care. The cleaning products were accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2025): “The staff immediately moved the cleaning products to an area where they were not accessible to the children.”
Citation
Apr 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/16/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include the business phone number of the parents. The emergency contact form for Child #3 did not include the business address and phone number of the parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2025): “The business address and phone number of the parents will be added to the emergency contact forms.”
Citation
Apr 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/16/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #2 and Child #3 did not include the address of the release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2025): “The address of the release persons will be added to the emergency contact forms.”
Citation
Apr 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/16/25. At that time, the emergency transportation plan was not posted in each child care space or located in the emergency backpacks that accompany children when leaving the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2025): “The emergency transportation plan will be posted in each child care space and placed in the emergency backpack.”
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.00 | $30.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.00 | $30.00 |
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
—
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Dec 15, 2026
Operator
East Penn Childrens Learning Academy LLC
Hours
Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–8:45 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(484) 513-4683
State certificate #
CER-00245392
Common questions
Has Epic Learning Center Alburtis had any serious violations?
No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 19 other citations, listed above.
Have there been complaints about Epic Learning Center Alburtis?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Epic Learning Center Alburtis since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Epic Learning Center Alburtis’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective May 30, 2025. 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 Epic Learning Center Alburtis compare with other daycares in Lehigh County?
It is tied for #71 of 155 centers in Lehigh County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Epic Learning Center Alburtis last inspected?
Sep 9, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Epic Learning Center Alburtis cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $45.00 for young school-age, $45.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Epic Learning Center Alburtis?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is East Penn Childrens Learning Academy LLC.
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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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