Gummy Bears Learning Center LLC is a certified child care center in Allentown, PA, with capacity for 80 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 16 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for building & playground safety (9 of 16). 9 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #25 of 82 centers in Allentown and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/5/2026. At that time, the first-aid kit in the Infant Room did not contain soap and the first-aid kit in the blue van did not contain gloves.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/5/2026. At that time, stained ceiling tiles were observed in the Older Toddler area as well as in the stairwell leading up to the second floor.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/5/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Last health assessment on file for Child #3 was dated 7/30/2025, which is over 6 months ago Child #3 is a young toddler (see LIS code sheet for DOB). Last health assessment on file for Child #5 is dated 2/27/2025, which is over 12 months ago. Child #5 is preschool-aged (see LIS code sheet for DOB).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/5/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Immunization history on file Child #3 indicates that child has received 3 of 4 doses each of DTAP, HIB, and Pneumococcal vaccines. Child #3 has not received Hepatitis A, Varicella, or MMR vaccines. There is no exemption on file. Child #3 is a young toddler (see LIS code sheet for DOB).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/5/2026. At that time, facility's fire detection testing log was reviewed. Director reported that alarms are sounded during the facility's monthly drills. Fire drill log indicated that smoke alarms were tested past 30-day requirement on the following occasions: 3/3/2025-4/4/2025, 4/4/2025-5/5/2025, 7/2/2025-8/4/2025, 8/4/2025-9/5/2025, and 12/4/2025-1/5/2026,
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/5/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #1: Fee amount. Operator signature. Child #3: Fee amount.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/5/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Last child service report on file for Child #4 is dated 7/3/2025, which is over 6 months ago.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/5/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Fee agreement on file for Child #2 did not contain release person(s).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/5/3036. At that time, the emergency contact form for Child #1 was not present in the space where the child was receiving care.
There are water-stained ceiling tiles in the Infant room, Toddler room and the second-floor hallway.
Staff Person #1 worked in a child care position for more than 90 days prior to completing pediatric first-aid and CPR in an approved curriculum. Pediatric first-aid/CPR was completed 11/28/23 in an approved curriculum. See code sheet for date of hire.
There was a small area of peeling paint on the wall in the toddler room.
Two rooms on the upper level had damaged floor tiles.
There was a small area of peeling paint above the sink, in the first floor bathroom. The ceiling, in the last room on the right on the second floor, was damaged.
A wooden picnic table in the outdoor play area was damaged and had splinter areas.
The older toddlers were using standard size paperclips for a project.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $60.39 | $43.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $57.70 | $39.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $56.45 | $37.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $49.20 | $35.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $44.00 | $39.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $44.00 | $39.00 |
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 Gummy Bears Learning Center LLC had any serious violations?
No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 16 other citations, listed above.
Have there been complaints about Gummy Bears Learning Center LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Gummy Bears Learning Center LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Gummy Bears Learning Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jan 24, 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 Gummy Bears Learning Center LLC compare with other daycares in Allentown?
It is #25 of 82 centers in Allentown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Gummy Bears Learning Center LLC last inspected?
Mar 5, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Gummy Bears Learning Center LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $60.39 for infant, $57.70 for young toddler, $56.45 for older toddler, $49.20 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Gummy Bears Learning Center LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Gummy Bears Learning Center 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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