Little Dreamers Learning Center
Little Dreamers Learning Center is a certified child care center in Tamaqua, PA, with capacity for 22 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 23 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (8 of 23). 3 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 6 centers in Tamaqua and has fewer citations per inspection than 55% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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Staff #1 had current clearances on file on 4/15/2026. However, the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance was not updated within the required 60-month time period as evidenced by the previous NSOR clearance on file being dated 8/17/2020 and updated NSOR being dated 1/28/2026. The operator verified that Staff #1 had direct contact and routine interaction with children while this clearance was expired.
On 4/15/2026, Staff #1 had a current health assessment on file dated 11/20/2025. However, the previous health assessment on file was dated 10/4/2023.
On 4/15/2026, Staff #1 had not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 3/31/2021.
On 4/23/2025, Staff #2 had updated clearances on file. However, the following clearances were dated as follows: Pennsylvania State Police 3/8/2025, Pennsylvania Child Abuse 3/17/2025 and DHS FBI 3/10/2025. The previous clearances on file were dated as follows: State Police 2/5/2020, Child Abuse 3/9/2020 and DHS FBI 2/27/2020.
On 4/23/2025, Staff #1 had an updated health assessment on file dated 1/5/2025, but the previous health assessment on file was dated 6/1/2022.
On 11/14/2024, Staff #3 did not have the Pennsylvania state police clearance or the request for this clearance on file. See LIS code sheet.
An unannounced inspection was conducted on 11/14/2024. Upon arrival, at approximately 10:55 AM, Staff #1 was the only facility person present. There were 5 children present at this time. Staff #2 arrived at the facility about 25 minutes later. Staff #1 reported that there was a 2nd staff person present from opening in the AM until 10:00 AM.
On 11/4/2024, the following was observed on the outdoor playground: Rotted wood on two of the outside steps leading from the back of the building to the playground and lattices that they were cracked in several areas, which left sharp edges exposed.
Staff person #1 has an expired FBI clearance dated 12/13/17.
Child #1 does not have a current flu vaccine for 2022, date of last flu vaccine 10/21/21. Child #2 does not have a current flu vaccine for 2022, date of last flu vaccine 10/8/20.
Child #1 is missing the phone number of the child's physician.
Child #1 is missing the address and phone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Staff person #2 does not have the required 12 hours of annual child care training on file.
The facility's emergency plan has not been updated/reviewed annually, date of last review 1/18/21.
Cert Rep observed several areas of rust on the baseboard in the upstairs bathroom.
The operator has not notified the local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian routes around the child care facility.
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing the operator's signature on the agreement.
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing the amount of the fee to be charged.
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing the services to be provided to the family and the child.
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing the date of the child's admission.
Child #3 is missing the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Staff person #1 is missing 12 annual clock hours of child care training.
“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 Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $36.00 | $36.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $36.00 | $36.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $36.00 | $36.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $32.00 | $32.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $32.00 | $32.00 |
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 Little Dreamers Learning Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Apr 15, 2026 (background checks): “Staff #1 had current clearances on file on 4/15/2026. However, the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance was not updated within the required 60-month time period as evidenced by the previous NSOR clearance on…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Little Dreamers Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Little Dreamers 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 Little Dreamers Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jul 30, 2019. 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 Little Dreamers Learning Center compare with other daycares in Tamaqua?
It is #6 of 6 centers in Tamaqua by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 55% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Little Dreamers Learning Center last inspected?
Apr 15, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Little Dreamers Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $36.00 for young toddler, $36.00 for older toddler, $36.00 for preschool, $32.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Little Dreamers Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Dreamers 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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