Pembroke Pee Wees

1032 Pembroke Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18017 · Northampton County

1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 2

Pembroke Pee Wees is a certified child care center in Bethlehem, PA, with capacity for 130 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 29 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 29). 8 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #29 of 45 centers in Bethlehem and has more citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 68% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

#29 of 45 centers in Bethlehem

3 Core-safety citations

26 Other citations

5 Inspections

1 Complaint investigations that found violations

29 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 8 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 7, 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

Building & playground safety 11

Health & medication 5

Records & paperwork 4

Caregiver conduct 2

Emergency preparedness 2

Other standards 1

Transportation 1

Training & qualifications 1

Background checks 1

Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, uncovered outlets in a live power strip were observed on the counter in the lunch room where they were accessible to the children. Staff stated that all children with the exception of infants eat in the lunch room. Four uncovered outlets were observed in the room the farthest to the left where they were accessible to the preschool children who receive care in the room.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “Protective covers were immediately placed in all electrical outlets accessible to children under five years of age.”

Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the first aid kit in the first room on the left did not contain gauze.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “Gauze was immediately added to the first aid kit.”

Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, exposed bolts were observed on the fencing at the entrance to the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “Bolt covers were immediately added to the exposed bolts on the fencing.”

Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, plastic bags were observed in a floor level cabinet and in children's cubbies in the first room on the left where they were accessible to the toddlers in care who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The plastic bags were immediately removed.”

Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The health assessment for Staff Person #1 was not updated within 24 months. This is evidenced by the health assessments on file being dated 12/18/23 and 3/4/26.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “All staff will have a health assessment on file conducted within 12 months prior to their date of hire and updated every 24 months thereafter.”

Citation Apr 7, 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 4/7/26. At that time, the thirty day testing log of the fire detection system was reviewed. The testing log showed that the system had not been tested every thirty days with the testing dates of 12/29/25 and not again until 2/20/26, 53 days between testing.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “In order to test the system every thirty days, it was tested twice in December. The second test was accidentally marked in the January testing spot on the testing log and the January test was missed as a result. When the fire detection system is in need of being tested more than once in a month, it…”

Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, emergency contact forms for two children were not present in the second room to the left, where the two children were receiving care.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The emergency contact forms for the two children were immediately added to the room.”

Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not include two written, nonfamily letters of reference.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 will submit two written, nonfamily letters of reference to be placed in their file.”

Core safety Sep 23, 2025 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No physical punishment /No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)/3270.113(d)

A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that the following has occurred at the child care center: Staff Person #1 spanked their own child, Child #2, while saying "I told you I'd hit you if you didn't stop." This occurred at the child care center while the child was in care. Staff Person #1 has yelled aggressively at the children, "Go eat your food" "I'm gonna beat your ass." "I'm not going to deal with your cranky shit today." Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 have been seen grabbing children by the biceps, slamming them down into chairs. Staff Person #2 was heard telling a child "I'm going to pull your hair, I'm not playing with you," followed by the child yelling "ow." Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were terminated from employment on 9/18/25.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “1. 9/19/25 Staff will never use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. and will never use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. 2. 10/16/25 Policy of discipline of children has already been established and training is done prior to interactions with…”

Core safety Sep 23, 2025 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No ridicule or threaten harm/Not forced to eat 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(c)/3270.162(d)

A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that the following has occurred at the child care center: Staff Person #1 has been heard saying "Eat your food. I'm not having an argument, you can sit in time out all day." Staff Person #1 has kept children in time out for up to 60 minutes for not eating their food and drinking their milk. Staff Person #1 was terminated from employment on 9/18/25.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Staff Person #1 was immediately terminated due to the violation of policy in employee handbook. Staff will never single out a child for ridicule, threaten harm to a child or a child's family and will never force a child to eat food.”

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Citation Sep 23, 2025 Complaint investigation Health & medication

2 hour diaper check 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(e)

A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that Child #4 had been left in a soiled diaper on more than once occasion. The soiled diaper was discovered by the parent when picking up the child to go home for the day.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Staff was reminded to check diapers every hour for children and change them as needed. Always check child's diaper prior to their leaving the center.”

Citation Sep 23, 2025 Complaint investigation Other standards

Promote development 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(c)

A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that children are placed in time out for up to 60 minutes by Staff Person #1. Staff Person #1 was terminated from employment on 9/18/25.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Staff Person #1 was immediately terminated when director investigated the incident. Staff was reminded of policies. They were trained in and due to violation the employment was terminated. (Employee handbook enclosed.) Children will be provided daily experiences that recognize the child as an…”

Citation Apr 25, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, a hole was observed in the wall under the chalkboard upstairs. The molding under the door of the middle school age room was cracked with a nail sticking out. A broken board with sharp screws was observed on the school age playground.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “The hold was plastered and repaired during the inspection. The molding was replaced during the inspection. The board will be repaired.”

Citation Apr 25, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, exposed bolts were observed on the fencing of the school age playground, the young school age playground, the preschool playground, and the toddler playground. A basketball hoop was observed on the young school age playground. The weighted portion of the basketball hoop contained green, standing water. The spaceship climber on the toddler playground was observed to be cracked on the slide posing a pinch hazard. Small debris was trapped underneath the mats on the toddler playground where the play equipment was located. The debris caused the mats to be uneven, posing a tripping hazard to the toddlers.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “The bolts will be cut or covered. The slide will be repaired. The debris will be swept out from under the mats.”

Citation Apr 25, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, plastic bags and diapers in plastic sleeves were oberved in floor level cabinets in the older toddler room.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2025): “Staff immediately moved the plastic bags to an area where they were inaccessible to the children.”

Citation Apr 25, 2025 Inspection Transportation

Age appropriate restraints/Manufacturer's instructions used 55 Pa. Code §3270.175(a)/3270.175(c)

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the Harmony booster seats in the facility vans stated that use should be discontinued after 2022. The instruction manuals for the booster seats was not found in either van.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “New booster seats will be placed in each van and the corresponding instruction manuals will be kept in the vans.”

Citation Apr 25, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the fire drill log was reviewed. Fire drill were conducted on the following dates: 5/1/24, 7/1/24, 8/1/24, 8/28/24, 10/23/24, 12/17/24, 2/27/25, 4/2/25. Fire drills had not been conducted within 60 days on two occasions.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2025): “The director will plan the fire drills so that they are conducted at least every 60 days.”

Citation Apr 25, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the preservice training for all staff was reviewed. Staff person #1 has completed the health and safety course titled Get Started with Center Based Care (10 hour) training but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2025): “Staff person #1 will complete PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2.”

Citation Apr 25, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the facility was using Learning Beyond Paper to complete assessments on the children. Learning Beyond Paper is not an approved assessment through OCDEL.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2025): “The approved DHS child service report will be used as the assessment for the children.”

Citation Apr 25, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the address of the release person.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2025): “The address of the release person will be added to the emergency contact form.”

Core safety Apr 18, 2024 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Facility staff # 1 did not have a child abuse clearance on file at time of hire. Facility staff # 1 had a child abuse clearance on 1/18/24.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2024): “Facility staff # 1 has a child abuse clearance on file.”

Citation Apr 18, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding

Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)

There were two unlabeled bottles in the infant classroom filled with liquids.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2024): “The bottles were labeled by staff.”

Citation Apr 24, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(2)(i)

Child # 1 does not have proof of the influenza vaccination on the immunization list provided nor do they have a letter from a parent or guardian for an exemption from the immunization for religious beliefs or a strong personal objection.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2023): “We obtained signed note from parent and forwarded it to inspection rep.”

Citation Apr 26, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)

The school aged 1 classroom first aid kit has no gloves.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Gloves were immediately replaced in the first aid kit”

Citation Apr 26, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

Two ceiling tiles in the School aged 1 classroom are cracked.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Ceiling tiles were replaced immediately”

Citation Apr 26, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105

The infant room bucket seat table has no straps on the 3 bucket seats and 1 was being used at the time with an infant.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Safety straps were put in immediately and staff was instructed to put them back in after cleaning the seats”

Citation Apr 26, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(2)(i)

Child # 1 has not had the influenza shot since 4/20/18 and does not have an exemption for religious belief or strong personal objection written by a parent or a guardian. Child # 2 has not had the influenza shot since 1/5/17 and does not have an exemption for religious belief or strong personal objection written by a parent or a guardian.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Parents were informed of the need to explain why child did not get flu shot and wrote a statement why signed by parent”

Citation Apr 26, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)

The diapering can in the infant room is not hands free and lidded.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Trash cans were replaced with hands free cans”

Citation Apr 26, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)

The emergency plan does not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, or children with medical conditions.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Imergency contingiancy plans were added for infants, young toddlers, and special needs for accommodations in the event of evacuation”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Sep 23, 2025 Complaint investigation

4 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group	Full time, per day	Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks)	$53.80	$43.40
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.)	$53.80	$43.40
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.)	$49.80	$41.60
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.)	$48.60	$39.80
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K)	$45.20	$37.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.)	$37.40	$30.20
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.)	$37.40	$30.20

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 130 children

Certificate status Regular

Certificate valid through Jul 26, 2027

Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Jan 28, 2026 · what STARS means

Operator Ill Be There INC

Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare

Phone (610) 865-3577

State certificate # CER-00254669

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Common questions

Has Pembroke Pee Wees had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Sep 23, 2025 (caregiver conduct): “A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that the following has occurred at the child care center: Staff Person #1 spanked their own child, Child #2, while saying "I told you…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Pembroke Pee Wees?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Pembroke Pee Wees’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Jan 28, 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 Pembroke Pee Wees compare with other daycares in Bethlehem?

It is #29 of 45 centers in Bethlehem by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Pembroke Pee Wees last inspected?

Apr 7, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Pembroke Pee Wees cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $53.80 for newborn, $53.80 for infant, $49.80 for young toddler, $48.60 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Pembroke Pee Wees?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Ill Be There INC.

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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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