Northwest Childrens Centre
6301 Route 309, New Tripoli, PA 18066 · Lehigh County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months
Keystone STAR 4
Northwest Childrens Centre is a certified child care center in New Tripoli, PA, with capacity for 110 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 10 times. The state cited 45 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (14 of 45). 6 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #84 of 155 centers in Lehigh County and has more citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 52% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #84 of 155 centers in Lehigh County
5
Core-safety citations
40
Other citations
10
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
45 citations from 11 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 6 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 13, 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
14
Building & playground safety
12
Emergency preparedness
7
Health & medication
6
Background checks
5
Training & qualifications
1
Citations, newest first
Follow-up
Jul 27, 2026
Other state visit
Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Continued non-compliance: A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 7/13/26, a review of staff files was conducted at that time and found that staff person #1 did not have a completed NSOR verification on file prior to direct and routine contact with children as is required. NSOR was dated 6/8/26. Also, staff person #1's PA State Police clearance was not requested until 6/22/26. Staff person #2 did not have a completed NSOR verification on file prior to direct and routine contact with children as is required. NSOR was dated 10/17/25. Staff person #2's PA State Police clearance was still in pending status at the time of the renewal inspection. Staff person #3 did not sign a disclosure statement until 10/15/25 and their PA Child Abuse History clearance was dated 9/15/25, NSOR was dated 9/11/25, and FBI was requested 9/10/26. See code sheets for first day in direct childcare position. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the operator of the facility will immediately comply with the requirements of the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) and 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3490, relating to protective services. On 7/27/26 an unannounced inspection was conducted at…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “Facility #4 was terminated from facility immediately. Facility will make sure it's CPSL complaint with chapter 3490, Protective Services.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation
Jul 27, 2026
Other state visit
Records & paperwork
Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)
On 7/27/26 an unannounced inspection was conducted at the Northern Lehigh swimming pool and facility person #4 was present and did not have verification of age on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2026): “Facility will not attend swimming pool for remainer of the summer. Facility will include verification of age in employee file.”
Citation
Jul 27, 2026
Other state visit
Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
On 7/27/26 an unannounced inspection was conducted at the Northern Lehigh swimming pool and facility person #4 was present and did not have a health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2026): “Facility person #4 was terminated from lifeguard position.”
Citation
Jul 27, 2026
Other state visit
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On 7/27/26 an unannounced inspection was conducted at the Northern Lehigh swimming pool and facility person #4 was present and did not have two written, non-family references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2026): “Facility person #4 was terminated immediately following inspection.”
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 7/13/26, a review of staff files was conducted at that time and found that staff person #1 did not have a completed NSOR verification on file prior to direct and routine contact with children as is required. NSOR was dated 6/8/26. Also, staff person #1's PA State Police clearance was not requested until 6/22/26. Staff person #2 did not have a completed NSOR verification on file prior to direct and routine contact with children as is required. NSOR was dated 10/17/25. Staff person #2's PA State Police clearance was still in pending status at the time of the renewal inspection. Staff person #3 did not sign a disclosure statement until 10/15/25 and their PA Child Abuse History clearance was dated 9/15/25, NSOR was dated 9/11/25, and FBI was requested 9/10/26. See code sheets for first day in direct childcare position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2026): “The operator of the facility will immediately comply with the requirements of the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) and 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3490, relating to protective services. Not implemented 7/27/26. The facility's Assistant Director, J.M., who is responsible for staff hiring and onboarding…”
Citation
Jul 13, 2026
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 7/13/26, at the time of the inspection there was no documentation at the facility of an emergency drill being conducted in the last 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “An emergency drill was conducted on 7/21/26 at the facility by director AL. After the emergency drill, the incident was documented and filed at the facility for reference. Copy of the documented emergency drill on 7/21/26 was sent via email to KM, DHS inspector.”
Citation
Jul 13, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 7/13/26, at the time of the inspection and the facility's fire drill and detection log was reviewed and found more than 30 days between manual testing of the system during the periods of January 30,2026 to March 15, 2026, March 15, 2026 to April 17, 2026, April 17, 2026 to May 29, 2026, June 9, 2026 to July 13, 2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “Facility administrator, KS, manually checked all fire alarms to make sure they were in working order. All (7) fire detectors working properly. A documentation of Fire drill and fire detection log with results from 7/21/26 inspection have been emailed to KM, DHS inspector on 7/21/26.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A complaint inspection was conducted at the facility between 10/9/25 and 10/14/25. It was observed that Staff #1 did not have a NSOR on file prior to employment and at present as is required. Staff Person #1 was observed working in a childcare position at the facility on 10/9/25 and per documents on file, Staff Person #1 applied for the NSOR on 10/13/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 22, 2026): “Staff person #1 has been removed from direct contact and routine interaction with children until the NSOR has been received at the facility and approved by mgt. Staff #1 did submit NSOR which was emailed to DHS inspector. Director and Asst. Director will make sure all staff have a completed NSOR…”
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted on July 28, 2025, a review of staff files found that Staff Person #1 had a Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) FBI clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2025): “Facility person #1 will be sent to obtain the correct DHS Finger print clearance. Upon receiving the results of new finger print clearance staff will then return to working in the classroom.”
Citation
Feb 27, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
Per the facility fire drill log, the last fire drill was conducted on 12/5/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The director will conduct a fire drill at the facility at least ever 60 days and document results on fire drill log,”
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Citation
Feb 27, 2025
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 test of the fire detection system was conducted on 12/5/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The director and assigned group supervisor will test the fire alarms at least every 30 days to make sure they are working properly. The results will be documented on the fire drill logs with staff initials who conducted the testing.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff person #1 has been employed in a child care position for more than 45 days and does not have a National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) certification on file. Staff Person #2 does not have a signed and dated disclosure statement on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “Director will ensure that all staff have all required documents; including all clearances and up to date disclosure statements, in their files and kept up to date. If staff do not provide the required documents by their 45th day of working the staff will not be able to work in a child care position…”
Citation
Jul 8, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection on 7/8/24, the facility's emergency plan does not address continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “Director reviewed requirements for continuity of operations regulation with DHS inspector. Upon review director added continuity of operations to the emergency plan. Once the regulation was added to the emergency plan the director reviewed with all staff and administration.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed a bottle of Clorox bleach cleaner under the sink in the school age bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “Staff immediately removed the bleach cleaner from under that bathroom sink and place it back in the locked cabinet. Director will review with staff the regulations concerning cleaning & toxic material to be kept out of reach of children.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
Child #1, a preschool aged child, most recent health assessment on file was dated and signed 6/13/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “The child's parents were contacted immediately about bringing in the most recent health report to be placed into his files. Upon pick up the parent provided an updated health form and was sent into our DHS inspector.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
A bottle of children's Motrin in the toddler room had expired 10/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “Upon child pick up the staff gave the expired bottle of Motrin to the parents to take home.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
Staff Person #1 did not have proof of education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2024): “The director requested that the staff bring in their high school diploma to be copies and placed in their file. Upon receiving the diploma, the file was immediately sent to our DHS inspector.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection on 7/19/23, facility emergency plan does not address continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “The administrator will add continuity of operations to the facility's emergency plan.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 the facility's emergency plan did not include methods to contact parents or inform parents that the emergency has ended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “Administration will add to parent policy and procedure manual about methods to contact parents and inform parents that an emergency has ended.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 an uncovered accessible outlet was observed in the Wobbler room near the door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “The director placed an outlet cover in the recepticle immediately.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
In child care spaces/On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)/3270.75(d)
During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 a first aid kit was not present in the young preschool room and the toddler 2 room. The first aid kit in the toddler 1 room did not contain a bottle of water. Staff acknowledged that this kit was taken outside.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Director gathered items needed to create proper first aid kits and placed in each classroom.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
During renewal inspection on 7/19/23, the rubber mulch under the swings, curly slide, small climber and embedded teeter totter on the preschool/school age playground measured between 2 inches and 4 inches deep. Required depth of rubber mulch is 6 inches.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Administration will rake excess mulch from playground to be sure at least 6 inches is under embedded equipment.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 07/20/23 the child #1's immunization record indicates the child does not have the flu vaccine and no exemption letter is in child's file. The child is over six months of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “The director reached out to the parent and the parent claimed an exemption for the flu vaccine. The parent provided an exemption letter.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23, facility person #1 did not receive a health assessment and tb screening at initial hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2023): “Director will make sure staff receives a health assessment and TB test. Staff #1 has an appointment scheduled for 8/15/23.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 the emergency plan does not provide information for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “Administrator will add policy in the emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)
During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 the parent handbook did not contain general daily schedule or supervision policy. Director acknowledged that this not given to the parents in writing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “Director will add a general example of daily schedule to parent handbook along with supervision policy.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in the toddler 2 child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “Director made copies of transportation plan and placed in the toddler 2 classroom.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 the director acknowledged that a copy of accidents, injuries and illnesses reports are not kept in the individual child's files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Director made copies of injury and illness forms and placed in the children's files.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23, facility person #1 did not have two non-family references non in staff file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2023): “The director will receive two letters of reference from Staff #1.”
Citation
Jul 19, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 operator did not provide parents with procedures for accessing the regulations electronically.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 4, 2023): “The Director will add information to parent handbook and post in the common area.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #2 contained a Child Abuse Clearance for employment dated 6/24/22 that had been requested 6/24/22, after the date of hire for Staff Person #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2022): “Provider will comply with CPSL.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the water in the handwashing sink in the Wobbler Room reached a temperature of 120° F and the water in the handwashing sink in the Infant Room reached a temperature of 115° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2022): “Staff will use cold water for handwashing in the Wobbler Room and Infant Room until water temperature can be adjusted to less than 110° F.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the young school age bathroom. Holes were observed in the first and second seat of the driver's side of the facility bus.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2022): “Ceiling tiles will be painted or replaced. The holes in the bus seats will be covered or repaired.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, exposed bolts were observed on the toddler playground fencing. Bird excrement was observed covering the toddler bench on the toddler playground.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2022): “Exposed bolts will be covered. Toddler bench will be cleaned. Checking for this will be added to the staff checklists.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the rubber mulch under the swings and embedded teeter totter on the preschool/school age playground had been scattered through use and the dirt ground was visible.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2022): “Rubber mulch will be raked or replenished to ensure there is 6 inches of rubber mulch under embedded equipment.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, diapers in plastic packaging was observed in the low cubbies, approximately one foot high, in the toddler 2 room and was accessible to the toddlers in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2022): “Staff will remove the plastic packaging so that it is not accessible to the children.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the file for Child #2, a young toddler, was reviewed. The date of the last health assessment on file for Child #2 was 8/17/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2022): “Provider will obtain an updated health assessment for Child #2 and place in the child's file.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the file for Staff Person #1 was reviewed. The file contained a health assessment dated 5/11/22, after the date of hire for Staff Person #1. The file contained TB test results 2/3/17, more than 12 months prior to the date of hire for Staff Person #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2022): “Staff Person #1 will have TB test completed and results will be placed on file.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the emergency contact forms in the school age room for Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 did not contain health insurance information or policy numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2022): “Health insurance and policy numbers will be added to the emergency contact forms for Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child in the event of an emergency was not found posted in the facility or in the emergency bags that accompany staff on field trips.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2022): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child in the event of an emergency will be posted in each child care space and will be placed in the emergency bags.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #2 was last updated 12/1/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2022): “Provider will have parents of Child #2 review emergency contact form and financial agreement.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
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 on 7/8/22. At that time, the file for Child #1 was reviewed. The emergency contact information did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care or administration of minor first-aid by staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2022): “Provider will have parents update emergency contact form to include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or administration of minor first-aid by staff.”
Citation
Jul 8, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the files for Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, and Staff Person #5 were reviewed. The files did not contain any written, nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2022): “Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, and Staff Person #5 will submit two written, nonfamily references to be kept in their file at the facility.”
Citation
Jun 10, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(h)
An unannounced inspection was conducted on 6/10/22. At that time, the staff files were reviewed for required preservice training for those staff present during the inspection. Staff Person #1 completed preservice training on 9/10/18 using the 6 hour course which is no longer acceptable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2022): “Staff Persons #1 will complete the required preservice professional development.”
Citation
Feb 16, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
An unannounced visit was conducted on 2.16.22. Fire drill was not conducted every 60 days. The last fire drill documented is dated 12.13.21
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2022): “The director or designated staff person will ensure that a fire drill is completed every (60) days at our facility.”
Citation
Feb 16, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
A unannounced inspection was conducted on 2.16.22. Fire detection devices are in non-compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).Provider is not testing fire detection devices every 30 days. Last fire detection device check that was documented is dated 12.13.21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2022): “Group supervisor (TW) will be assigned the duty of reviewing fire drill detection devises or system log to assure the director of the facility conducted these inspections every (30) days. This status will be communicated at monthly management staff meetings to assure devises are being inspected in…”
“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) | $48.00 | $32.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $48.00 | $32.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $45.00 | $30.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $43.00 | $28.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $41.00 | $26.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $40.00 | $28.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $40.00 | $28.00 |
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
110 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Oct 24, 2027
Operator
Northwest Childrens Centre INC
Hours
Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(610) 767-1990
State certificate #
CER-00259661
Common questions
Has Northwest Childrens Centre 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 Jul 13, 2026 (background checks): “A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 7/13/26, a review of staff files was conducted at that time and found that staff person #1 did not have a completed NSOR verification on file prior to direct and…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Northwest Childrens Centre?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Northwest Childrens Centre since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Northwest Childrens Centre’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jun 9, 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 Northwest Childrens Centre compare with other daycares in Lehigh County?
It is tied for #84 of 155 centers in Lehigh County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Northwest Childrens Centre last inspected?
Jul 13, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Northwest Childrens Centre cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $48.00 for newborn, $48.00 for infant, $45.00 for young toddler, $43.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Northwest Childrens Centre?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Northwest Childrens Centre INC.
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4260 Sand Spring Rd, Schnecksville · 4.9 mi away Too few inspections to compare Sand Spring Learning Center INC
4480 Spring Hill Dr, Schnecksville · 5.0 mi away · 70 spots Fewer citations than most Creative Kids Child Development Center
7584 Kernsville Rd, Orefield · 5.2 mi away · 166 spots More citations than most
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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