Nana Daycare is a certified child care center in Whitehall, PA, with capacity for 38 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 21 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (7 of 21). 15 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #15 of 16 centers in Whitehall and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, an uncovered outlet was observed in Room 108. Several uncovered outlets were observed in the big play space.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, uncovered trash cans containing tissues were observed in Room 105 and Room 106.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, there was no first-aid kit in Room 104 or Room 108. Room 105: First-aid kit in Room 105 was missing scissors, tweezers, tape, gloves, and soap. Room 106: First-aid kit in Room 106 was missing tweezers, soap, and gloves.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, stained ceiling tiles were observed in Room 108, Room 107, Room 106, Room 105, and in the hallway by the big indoor play space.
Renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, Room 106 and Room 108 were completely dark during naptime. Neither room has any natural light and the lights were off with the doors closed. Certification representative had to turn on the overhead lights or use cellphone flashlight to see children.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, there was no handwashing sign by the sink in the mens' restroom.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, the following postings were missing from the following rooms: Room 104: Daily activities and emergency transportation plan. Room 108: Daily activities. Room 105: Daily activities.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, pick-up and drop-off procedures were not posted in the facility.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Child #4 has been enrolled in the facility for over 60 days and does not have an initial health assessment or immunization record on file.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. File for Staff Person #1 contains BLS training dated 2/1/2026, which is not acceptable pediatric first-aid/CPR training from PQAS trainer.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following information was missing from fee agreements: Child #3: Signed by parent. Child #4: Signed by parent.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following information was missing from fee agreements: Child #1: Arrival and departure times. Child #2: Arrival and departure times. Child #3: Arrival and departure times. Child #4: Arrival and departure times. Fee amount. Child #5: Arrival and departure times.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Address of child's doctor. Health insurance information and policy number. Child #2: Address of child's doctor. Health insurance information and policy number. Child #3: Address of child's doctor. Health insurance information and policy number. Child #4: Address of child's doctor. Health insurance information and policy number. Child #5: Address of child's doctor. Health insurance information and policy number.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Release person(s) address(es). Child #2: Release person(s) address(es). Child #3: Release person(s) address(es). Child #4: Release person(s) address(es). Child #5: Release person(s) address(es).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/24/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #3 did not contain education.
Staff person #1 started at the facility on 5/5/25 and does not have a state police clearance.
There are no emergency numbers posted in the facility.
There is no menu posted in the facility.
The emergency plan has not been sent to the local municipality of Whitehall.
The written plan of daily activities for each group is not posted in the group space.
Staff person #1 does not have an NSOR or FBI clearance.
“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.) | $57.00 | $40.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $55.00 | $38.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $50.00 | $36.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $45.00 | $34.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $50.00 | $36.00 |
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 Nana Daycare 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 May 13, 2025 (background checks): “Staff person #1 started at the facility on 5/5/25 and does not have a state police clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Nana Daycare?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Nana Daycare since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Nana Daycare’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Apr 14, 2023. 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 Nana Daycare compare with other daycares in Whitehall?
It is tied for #15 of 16 centers in Whitehall by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Nana Daycare last inspected?
Mar 24, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Nana Daycare cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $57.00 for infant, $55.00 for young toddler, $50.00 for older toddler, $45.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Nana Daycare?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Nana Daycare 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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