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Kids on A Mission Early Learning Center LLC

1300 Mickley Rd, Whitehall, PA 18052 · Lehigh County
Keystone STAR 1

Kids on A Mission Early Learning Center LLC is a certified child care center in Whitehall, PA, with capacity for 108 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 20 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for building & playground safety (7 of 20). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #5 of 16 centers in Whitehall and has fewer citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 63% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#5 of 16 centers in Whitehall
0 Core-safety citations
20 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
20 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 15, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 15, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 3, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Dec 12, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 12, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 2, 2021 · 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 7
Records & paperwork 6
Food & feeding 4
Emergency preparedness 1
Health & medication 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The pad on the changing table in the Infant/Young Toddler room is torn along the side, resulting in exposed foam.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2025): “The foam was covered with clear packing tape along the side of the mat.”
Citation Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
There is no written statement from the parents giving the formula and feeding schedule for the two infants who are enrolled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “A written statement fiving the formula and feeding schedule will be obtained from the parents of all enrolled infants.”
Citation Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
There is no verification that the updated emergency plan was sent to Lehigh County Emergency Management Agency or to the local municipality of Whitehall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “The updated emergency plan will be emailed to Lehigh County Emergency Management Agency and to Whitehall township.”
Citation Dec 15, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The emergency contact forms and financial agreements for the following children were not updated every 6 months: Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3. The emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #1 were completed on 7/31/24 and they were not updated until 7/23/25. The emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #2 were completed on 9/9/24 and they were not updated until 7/24/25. The emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #3 were completed on 7/31/24 and they were not updated until 7/23/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2025): “The emergency contact forms and financial agreements for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 were updated in July 2025. They will be updated again in January 2026.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
There are several cans of paint under the Director's desk near the entrance of the facility. The paint cans state "Keep out of Reach of Children".
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “The paint cans will be moved to a locked closet, so they are inaccessible to the children at the facility.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
There are five water-stained veiling tiles in the Preschool/Pre-K room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “The 5 water-stained ceiling tiles are from an old water issue that has been resolved. The 5 ceiling tiles will be painted until they can be replaced.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Staff person #1 started at the facility on 4/24/24 and did not obtain a health assessment until 4/25/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2024): “Staff person #1 got a health assessment on 4/25/24.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
There is no written statement from the parent giving the formula and feeding schedule for the enrolled infants.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedules for all infants enrolled in the facility will be obtained from the parents.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
There are two bottles in the Young Toddler room that are not labeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “All bottles will be labeled.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 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): Health & Safety
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2024): “Staff person #1 completed health & safety training on 11/13/24.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
There is no work phone number for the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form for Child #1
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “The work phone number for the enrolling parent will be included on the emergency contact form for Child #1.”
Citation Dec 18, 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 posted in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “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 in every childcare space and will accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.”
Citation Dec 18, 2024 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)
There is no signed parental consent for emergency medical care or signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff for Child #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2025): “Signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff will be obtained for Child #2.”
Citation Dec 12, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the out door play space, a log cabin play house had a shutter that had a hole in it.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2023): “The log cabins shutters have been removed.”
Citation Dec 12, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
Children's lunches are kept in lunchboxes with ice packs and are not refrigerated. Several children in the preschool room were observed to have potentially hazardous food brought from home.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Childrens lunch boxes will be placed in the refrigerator.”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
None of the child agreements viewed during inspection were signed by the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2022): “I, Melissa Stratton, signed and dated all of the paperwork.”
Citation Dec 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Child #1's record did not include the insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2022): “I contacted Kylies parents and i got her policy number.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the preschool room, there were 2 loose floor boards, which could pose a tripping hazard. In the toddler room there were several cracks in a wooden post on the wall, in which a child's finger could get stuck.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2021): “The loose floorboards are there because of a drain underneath them. A throw carpet will be placed over the floorboards so no child or staff trips on them. The wooden beam will be covered with a cubby shelf so that no child can place their fingers in-between the cracks.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
In the school age room, a cabinet door was loose and needs to be tightened so it doesn't fall off.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2021): “The cabinet was screwed tightly so that the door is on securely.”
Citation Dec 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Per the facility's fire drill and detection log, the last monthly test of the fire detection system was 10/15/21. Testing is to be completed monthly.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2021): “The November date of monthly fire detection system was not written down by a mistake on my part. It was added to the book. Monthly checks of the fire detection system will continue.”

“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) $54.00 $49.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $54.00 $49.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $50.00 $45.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $50.00 $45.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $46.00 $41.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $38.00 $33.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $38.00 $33.00

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 108 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 9, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Mar 19, 2020 · what STARS means
Operator Kids On A Mission Early Learning Center LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (484) 350-3607
State certificate # CER-00249268
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Common questions

Has Kids on A Mission Early 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 20 other citations, listed above.

Have there been complaints about Kids on A Mission Early Learning Center LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Kids on A Mission Early 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 Kids on A Mission Early Learning Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Mar 19, 2020. 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 Kids on A Mission Early Learning Center LLC compare with other daycares in Whitehall?

It is #5 of 16 centers in Whitehall by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Kids on A Mission Early Learning Center LLC last inspected?

Dec 15, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Kids on A Mission Early Learning Center LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $54.00 for newborn, $54.00 for infant, $50.00 for young toddler, $50.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Kids on A Mission Early Learning Center LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kids On A Mission Early Learning Center LLC.

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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