Rcymca at Ironton Elementary School
Rcymca at Ironton Elementary School is a certified child care center in Coplay, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 12 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (8 of 12). 3 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 #42 of 155 centers in Lehigh County and has fewer citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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Citations, newest first
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1 did not include a current PA State Police Clearance. The most recent PA State Police Clearance on file for Staff Person #1 was dated 3/22/21, more than 60 months old. There was no PA State Police Clearance in the file of Staff Person #2.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/26. At that time, the preservice training for all staff was reviewed. The pediatric first aid and CPR training for Staff Person #3 was not updated prior to the expiration of the previous certificate. This is evidenced by the training certificates on file dated 10/23/23 and 12/6/25.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include the address of the release persons.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/28/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The file for Child #1 and Child #5 did not include a health assessment. Both children have been enrolled at the facility longer than 60 days.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/28/25. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 4/6/2020.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/28/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The fee agreement for Child #5 did not include the designated release persons.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/28/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 did not include the business name, address, and phone number of the parents.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/28/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/28/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #4 and Child #5 did not include the health insurance policy number.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/28/25. At that time, the emergency transportation plan was not posted in the child care space or located in the emergency backpack that accompanies children when leaving the facility.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/28/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 had not been reviewed by the parent since 4/15/24. The emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #2 had not been reviewed by the parent since 8/6/24. The emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #3 had not been reviewed by the parent since 4/10/24. The emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #4 had not been reviewed by the parent since 8/5/24 and 5/28/24, respectively. The emergency contact form for Child #5 had not been reviewed by the parent since 7/18/24.
A renewal inspection was conducted 4/28/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
“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 School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $31.80 | $31.80 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $31.80 | $31.80 |
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 Rcymca at Ironton Elementary School had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 8, 2026 (background checks): “A renewal inspection was conducted 4/8/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1 did not include a current PA State Police Clearance. The most recent PA State Police Clearance on file…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Rcymca at Ironton Elementary School?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Rcymca at Ironton Elementary School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Rcymca at Ironton Elementary School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Mar 10, 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 Rcymca at Ironton Elementary School compare with other daycares in Lehigh County?
It is tied for #42 of 155 centers in Lehigh County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Rcymca at Ironton Elementary School last inspected?
Apr 8, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Rcymca at Ironton Elementary School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $31.80 for young school-age, $31.80 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Rcymca at Ironton Elementary School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is River Crossing Young Mens Christian Association.
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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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