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Sanctuary Learning Center

2224 Industrial Dr, Bethlehem, PA 18017 · Lehigh County
4 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Sanctuary Learning Center is a certified child care center in Bethlehem, PA, with capacity for 49 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 32 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). All 32 came in the last 12 months, including 4 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #43 of 45 centers in Bethlehem and has more citations per inspection than 92% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 92% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #43 of 45 centers in Bethlehem
4 Core-safety citations
28 Other citations
3 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
32 citations from 3 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 32 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 14, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 27, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 27, 2026 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 9
Records & paperwork 9
Health & medication 7
Supervision 2
Training & qualifications 2
Background checks 1
Sleep safety 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Follow-up Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The preservice training for all staff was reviewed. Staff Person #3, who has not been employed for more than 90 days, was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: pediatric first aid and CPR training. The legal entity stated that Staff Person #5, who has not been employed for more than 90 days, drives the van to transport the school age children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: pediatric first aid and CPR training and mandated reporter training. An acceptable plan of correction was received 5/27/26 with a correction date of 5/27/26. An unannounced inspection was conducted 7/14/26. At that time, Staff Person #2, who has not been employed for more than 90 days, was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: pediatric…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2026): “Effective immediately, staff who had not completed all required pre-service training were not permitted to supervise children unsupervised. The required Health and Safety Training had already been completed, and documentation was submitted to my licensing representative prior to this Plan of…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #3 included an NSOR certificate dated 4/29/26, after their start date of working at the center. An acceptable plan of correction was received 5/27/26 with a correction date of 5/27/26. An unannounced inspection was conducted 7/14/26. At that time, the file for Staff Person #2 contained a volunteer PA State Police Clearance but did not include a PA State Police Clearance for employment. Staff Person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “1. 7/14/26 Effective immediately, Staff Person #2 was not permitted to work unsupervised until the required PA State Police Clearance for employment was obtained. The clearance was received and placed in the employee's file on July 14, 2026, and documentation was submitted to my licensing…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the emergency phone numbers were not posted by the phone in the kitchenette. An acceptable plan of correction was received 5/27/26 with a correction date of 6/3/26. An unannounced inspection was conducted 7/14/26. At that time, the emergency phone numbers were not posted by the phone in the kitchenette.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2026): “The required emergency phone numbers were posted by the telephone in the kitchenette on July 15, 2026. The facility was reviewed to ensure the required emergency phone numbers remain posted in the kitchenette.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the first aid kit in the van did not include soap, gauze, tweezers, scissors, gloves, or water. The first aid kit in the preschool room did not include tape. An acceptable plan of correction was received 5/27/26 with a correction date of 6/3/26. An unannounced inspection was conducted 7/14/26. At that time, the first aid kit in the preschool room did not include scissors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2026): “The missing scissors were added to the preschool classroom first aid kit on 07/14/2026 during the inspection. All required first aid supplies were checked to ensure the first aid kit is complete and fully stocked.”
Citation Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
An unannounced inspection was conducted 7/14/26. At that time, A&D Ointment labeled "keep out of reach of children" was observed on the back of the toilet in the bathroom next to the Big Room and used by the preschool children. The door to the bathroom was open during the inspection and the A&D Ointment was accessible to the children in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2026): “The A&D ointment was immediately removed from the bathroom and placed in a locked medication storage area on 07/14/2026. All classrooms and bathrooms were checked to ensure that medications are stored securely and are inaccessible to children.”
Follow-up Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #3, an assistant group supervisor, only contained a high school diploma and did not include verification of two years' experience. The file for Staff Person #4, an assistant group supervisor, only contained a high school diploma and did not include verification of two years' experience. An acceptable plan of correction was received 5/27/26 with a correction date of 6/3/26. An unannounced inspection was conducted 7/14/26. The file for Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, only contained a high school diploma and did not include verification of two years' experience. The file for Staff Person #7, an assistant group supervisor, only contained a high school diploma and did not include verification of two years' experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2026): “The required verification of two years of child care experience for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #7 was received on July 15, 2026, and placed in each employee's personnel file. Employee records were reviewed to ensure documentation verifying qualifications for the Assistant Group Supervisor…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Jul 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the work phone number of the child's father. The emergency contact form for Child #3 did not include the work phone number of the child's father. The emergency contact form for Child #4 did not include the work name, phone number, or address of the child's parents. An acceptable plan of correction was received 5/27/26 with a correction date of 6/3/26. An unannounced inspection was conducted 7/14/26. At that time, the emergency contact form for Child #4 did not include the work name, phone number, or address of the child's parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2026): “The missing parent work information was obtained and added to the child's emergency contact form on 07/15/2026. All emergency contact forms were reviewed to ensure they contain complete and accurate parent contact information.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety May 27, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The preservice training for all staff was reviewed. Staff Person #3, who has not been employed for more than 90 days, was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: pediatric first aid and CPR training. The legal entity stated that Staff Person #5, who has not been employed for more than 90 days, drives the van to transport the school age children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: pediatric first aid and CPR training and mandated reporter training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff Person #3 combined classrooms with another staff who qualifies as an AGS and has completed the preservice training. Staff Person #5 will no longer drive the van to transport the children. Staff Person #5, who is an aide, will be supervised by an assistant group supervisor who has completed…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety May 27, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #3 included an NSOR certificate dated 4/29/26, after their start date of working at the center.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “All staff will have their PA Child Abuse Clearance and NSOR certificate on file before beginning employment at the center. The operator will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety May 27, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The legal entity stated that Staff Person #5, an aide, drives the van to transport the school age children and is unaccompanied by another staff person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff Person #5 will no longer drive the van to transport the school age children. An assistant group supervisor, who qualifies to work unsupervised, will drive the van to provide the transportation of the school age children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety May 27, 2026 Inspection Sleep safety
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, an infant was observed sleeping in a crib in the corner of the room. A rocking chair was approximately one foot from the crib on a third side. An infant bouncer chair and infant toys were up against the crib on the fourth side.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The rocking chair was moved over and the infant bouncer and toys were moved so that there was two feet of space on the two sides of the crib that were not against the walls.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the emergency phone numbers were not posted by the phone in the kitchenette.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The emergency phone numbers will be posted by the phone.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items/Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)/3270.178
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the first aid kit in the van did not include soap, gauze, tweezers, scissors, gloves, or water. The first aid kit in the preschool room did not include tape.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The missing items will be added to the first aid kits.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, a cracked electrical outlet faceplate was observed in the room on the right (toddler room). The screws in the doorknob to the room on the right were loose and the doorknob was falling off.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The doorknob will be repaired. The electrical outlet faceplate will be replaced.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, chipped paint was observed on the wall of the preschool room. Damaged plaster was observed above an electrical outlet faceplate in the room upstairs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The paint and plaster will be repaired.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, exposed bolts were observed on the inside of the gate leading to the outdoor play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The bolts will be cut or covered.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(e)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, wood mulch was observed in the corner of the outdoor playground, where the infants and toddlers receive care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “An outdoor mat that will cover the wood mulch will be installed on the playground.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, diapers in plastic packaging were observed on a shelf approximately 12 inches high on the diaper changing table in the room on the right (toddler room), where they were accessible to the young and older toddlers in the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff immediately removed the plastic packaging.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the nap mats and cots used by the toddlers and preschool children for napping were not labeled for use by a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The nap mats and cots will be labeled so that they identify which child will use the nap mat or cot for rest.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, an epi-pen was observed in the preschool room. The epi-pen was not in the original packaging and was not labeled with the child's name to whom it was prescribed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The parents will be required to bring in the original packaging for the epi-pen that includes the prescription label with the name of the child.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, an epi-pen was observed in the preschool room. The epi-pen was not in the original packaging and was not labeled with the child's name to whom it was prescribed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The parents will be required to bring in the original packaging for the epi-pen that includes the prescription label with the name of the child.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the trash can used for diapering in the room to the right (toddler room) was not hands-free.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “A hands-free, lidded trash can will be purchased and placed in the toddler room for diapering.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Manufacturer's instructions used 55 Pa. Code §3270.175(c)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the manufacturer's instructions for the car seat in the van used for transportation were not in the vehicle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The manufacturer's instructions for the car seat will be placed in the vehicle.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The file for Child #5, who has been enrolled longer than 60 days, did not include a health report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The parents will be required to immediately provide a health report to be placed in the file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(3)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The file for Child #2, a preschool child who has been enrolled longer than 60 days, included only one health report. This initial health report was dated 1/22/25, more than 1 year prior to the child's enrollment date at the center.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The parents will be required to immediately provide a current health report to be placed in the file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #3, an assistant group supervisor, only contained a high school diploma and did not include verification of two years' experience. The file for Staff Person #4, an assistant group supervisor, only contained a high school diploma and did not include verification of two years' experience.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #4 will submit verification of two years' experience to qualify them as assistant group supervisors.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #6, an aide, did not include verification of education or experience. The file for Staff Person #5, an aide, included education from Ecuador that had not been evaluated for equivalency in the United States by a service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff Person #6 will no longer be employed at the center as of 5/29/26. Staff Person #5 will have their education evaluated by a service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) and the…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the daily schedule was not posted in the toddler room or in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The daily schedule will be posted in the toddler room and in the preschool room.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the phone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The phone number of the child's physician will be added to the emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the work phone number of the child's father. The emergency contact form for Child #3 did not include the work phone number of the child's father. The emergency contact form for Child #4 did not include the work name, phone number, or address of the child's parents.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The work information will be added to the emergency contact forms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. 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. The emergency contact form for Child #2 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. The emergency contact form for Child #4 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. The emergency contact form for Child #5 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child will be added to the emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the health insurance policy number. The emergency contact form for Child #5 did not include the health insurance coverage information or policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The health insurance coverage information and policy number will be added to the emergency contact forms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the address of the release persons. The emergency contact form for Child #2 did not include the address of the release persons. The emergency contact form for Child #4 did not include the address of the release persons. The emergency contact form for Child #5 did not include the address of the release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The address of the release persons will be added to the emergency contact forms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the emergency transportation plan was not posted in the classrooms or in binders that accompany the emergency backpacks.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “An emergency transportation plan will be created and posted in the classrooms and placed in the binders that accompany the emergency backpacks.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. 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. The emergency contact form for Child #2 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. The emergency contact form for Child #4 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. The emergency contact form for Child #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff will be added to the emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1 only contained one letter of reference. The file for Staff Person #2 did not include any letters of reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Staff Person #1 will submit an additional letter of reference. Staff Person #2 will submit two letters of reference.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 27, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(d)
An initial inspection was conducted 1/27/26 and 2/11/26. During the onsite inspection on 2/11/26, the two windows opposite the entrance to the second floor were able to be fully opened and were not adapted to limit the opening to six inches or fewer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “The window cranks were removed from the window and will be locked in the office so that the window may not be opened more than six inches.”

“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) $56.00 $48.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $56.00 $48.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $53.00 $45.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $51.00 $43.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $49.00 $41.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $43.00 $35.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $43.00 $35.00

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 49 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Aug 6, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Aug 14, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Sanctuary Learning Daycare LLC
Hours Monday–Sunday 6:00 AM–11:59 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (484) 788-3283
State certificate # CER-00259240
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Common questions

Has Sanctuary Learning Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 27, 2026 (supervision): “A renewal inspection was conducted 5/27/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The preservice training for all staff was reviewed. Staff Person #3, who has not been employed for more than 90 days, was observed…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Sanctuary Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Sanctuary 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 Sanctuary Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Aug 14, 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 Sanctuary Learning Center compare with other daycares in Bethlehem?

It is tied for #43 of 45 centers in Bethlehem by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 92% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Sanctuary Learning Center last inspected?

Jul 14, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Sanctuary Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $56.00 for newborn, $56.00 for infant, $53.00 for young toddler, $51.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Sanctuary Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Sanctuary Learning Daycare LLC.

Certified centers nearby

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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