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Y2kids Child Care Center

7033 Route 873, Slatington, PA 18080 · Lehigh County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4

Y2kids Child Care Center is a certified child care center in Slatington, PA, with capacity for 123 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 47 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (11 of 47). 13 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #93 of 155 centers in Lehigh County and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 57% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#93 of 155 centers in Lehigh County
4 Core-safety citations
43 Other citations
9 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
47 citations from 12 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 13 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 24, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 24, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 20, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 24, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 27, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Sep 27, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 27, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citation Jun 5, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 28, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citation Jun 10, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 11
Building & playground safety 10
Training & qualifications 8
Health & medication 7
Emergency preparedness 5
Background checks 2
Food & feeding 1
Supervision 1
Transportation 1
Caregiver conduct 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 24, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
At the time of the inspection, the letter provided to parents regarding emergency plan procedures did not include shelter-in-place and lockdown procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2026): “Information regarding our emergency plan in regards to shelter in place and lockdown was added to the parent letter.”
Citation Jun 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of the inspection, thistle plants were observed on the upper playground's surfacing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2026): “Thistle plants were removed from the playground”
Citation Jun 24, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
At the time of the inspection, the refrigerator in the school age room did not contain a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2026): “Additional thermometer was purchased and will be placed in the refrigerator when received.”
Citation Jun 24, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
At the time of the inspection, the health report on file for child #1 was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2026): “A new copy of the health report was requested from the parent for child #1.”
Citation Jun 24, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #1's health assessment was not updated every 24 months, as required. This is evidenced by the current health assessment on file dated 4/24/26 and the previous health assessment dated 3/27/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2026): “Provide reminders to staff earlier so if they are obtaining physical at their own doctor, they have more time to get a timely appointment. Staff person #1 has a current health assessment on file.”
Citation Jun 24, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
At the time of the inspection, staff persons #4 and #6 did not complete the PA Required Health and Safety training Parts 1 and Part 2 within 90 days of hire. They were not completed until 3/29/26 and 5/7/26, respectively, for staff person #4. Staff person #6 did not complete them until 9/2/25 and 9/3/25, respectively (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2026): “Make sure all staff are included on the tracking sheet I use to make sure pre-service trainings are completed timely within 90 days of hire.”
Citation Jun 24, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #4 did not complete mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire. This is evidenced by the mandated reporter training on file dated 1/13/26 (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2026): “Ensure all staff are included on tracking sheets that are used to make sure pre-service trainings are completed timely. Staff person #4 has current mandate reporter training in the file.”
Citation Jun 24, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of the inspection, the evaluation on file for staff person #6 was not completed until 5/26/26, and not within 12 months from date of hire (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2026): “Staff person initially started as summer employment, in March 2026 when her year of employment would have been she was not here, she was at school. She returned again for summer employment starting on 5/26/26, and her evaluation was completed on 5/26/26”
Core safety Mar 20, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the inspection on 3/20/26, staff person #2 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: health and safety training requirements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2026): “Provider will ensure staff complete necessary pre-service trainings prior to working unsupervised. Copies of completed trainings emailed.”
Citation Mar 20, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
At the time of the inspection, facility person #8 did not update their health assessment every 24 months, as required. This is evidenced by the health assessment on file dated 10/18/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2026): “This person was missed being included on tracking sheets. Will ensure to include going forward Appointment is scheduled for 3/30/2026.”
Citation Mar 20, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #2 and staff person #4 have not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety training requirements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2026): “Staff completed trainings. Copies emailed.”
Citation Mar 20, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
At the time of the inspection, facility person #8 has not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2026): “Person was missed on tracking sheets. Person will be added to ensure required items are completed timely. Staff person completed mandated reporter training.”
Citation Mar 20, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #10 only had one written non-family reference on file attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The second reference that was on file was from a family member and does not qualify as a reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2026): “Obtained a new reference letter. Copy emailed on 3/23/2026”
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Follow-up Aug 11, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE: During the renewal inspection, the bus used by the facility to provide transportation for school age children during the summer was not inspected annually by the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP). The Director acknowledged that this bus is used in the summer for transportation to and from field trips and to the pool. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 8/1/25. An inspection occurred on 8/11/25. The bus used by the facility to provide transportation for school age children during the summer was still not inspected annually by the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP). The Director acknowledged that this bus is used in the summer for transportation to and from field trips and to the pool.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2025): “We are waiting for PSP to reschedule our appointment with them to have the inspection completed. It was originally scheduled for 8/4/2025, but we were contacted by PSP that they needed to reschedule. We will suspend use of our bus until this can be rescheduled.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Aug 11, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE: During the inspection on 6/18/25, staff person #9 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the plan would be implemented by 6/18/25. An inspection occurred on 8/11/25, staff person #9 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer still has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2025): “We are in contact with the local PQAs instructor that we use for our first aid/CPR course. We are waiting for her to send available dates to have the training completed. Staff person #9 must be supervised by an AGS until the training is completed.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection on 6/18/25, staff person #2, #7 PA State Police clearance on file dated 4/18/23, 4/21/23 and 3/20/25, respectively, read "Request Pending" and did not contain a dissemination date. Staff person #12 had a registration receipt to receive the FBI clearance but did not have the receipt of fingerprint submission for the FBI clearance on file. Facility person #14 did not have an approved FBI clearance on file. The FBI clearance that was on file was from CJIS division dated 6/17/24 and is not approved to be used in childcare. Staff person #2, #7, #12 and facility person #14 have direct contact and routine interaction with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “#2 and #7 clearances were ran again during inspection and copies printed for the file. FBI appointment for #12 was scheduled again since results from first appointment were not received. #14 obtained new fingerprints on 7/18/2025. Copies of verification will be sent to licensing representative for…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During the renewal inspection, the bus used by the facility to provide transportation for school age children during the summer was not inspected annually by the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP). The Director acknowledged that this bus is used in the summer for transportation to and from field trips and to the pool.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “We did complete the PSP inspection in the past when we used a regular sized bus for transportation. During one of the inspections we were informed that if we registered our bus as an omnibus the PSP inspection was not required so we purchased a smaller bus able to be registered as an omnibus. Thus…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
At the time of the inspection, in the infant room, the water temperature measured 120° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “hot water valve was turned off during inspection”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
At the time of the inspection, the mulch surfacing under the smaller, embedded climber with a 4-foot fall height only had 2 inches of loose fill mulch. There was no measurable loose-fill surfacing under the swings that had a fall height of 87 inches. There was only 4.5 inches of loose fill wooden mulch under the large, embedded climber that had a fall height of 84". These pieces of embedded equipment require there to be 9 inches of loose fill material.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “1.) The swings and 2 embedded climbers in the play yard shall be made inaccessible and will not be used by the children until the mulch is added to meet the requirements. This date of correction is 6/18/25. 2.) Mulch on playgrounds was refilled for the season. The date of correction was 7/18/25.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #3 did not update the health assessment every 24 months as required. This is evidenced by the health assessment on file dated 5/10/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Staff #3 most recent health assessment was completed on 5/24/24. The appointment was not documented on the state form. A new health assessment was completed on 7/18/2025 and documented on the state form. A copy will be uploaded to our licensing representative”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
At the time of the inspection, the health assessment on file for staff person #12 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. The health assessment for staff person #7 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Staff will return forms to have missing questions answered”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
At the time of the inspection, the emergency plan on file at the facility did not include accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “information regarding infants and toddlers was added to emergency plan at the time of inspection”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #9 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Center is in communication with the PQAs trainer we use to set up a date to have a first aid/CPR class set up at the center. Staff person #9 will be supervised by an AGS who has the training until the training can be completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)
At the time of the inspection, there was no agreement on file for child #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Agreement received. sent to licensing representative for verification.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact form for children #6 and #7 did not include the enrolling parent's work address and/or phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Parent of child #6 was contacted during inspection, she does not have a work phone number N/A was marked in the box. Form was given to parent of child #7 to update information. Form was returned and sent to licensing representative for verification.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
At the time of the inspection, there was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted in any child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Policy regarding emergency transportation of a child was written and distributed to classrooms to be posted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
At the time of the inspection, the last update to the agreement for child #1 and child #7 was done on 6/10/24, and not every 6 months as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Current fee agreement was received back updated from parent and filed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection, two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person were not provided in the file of facility person #14.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Written references were received and will be sent to licensing representative for verification”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During an unannounced inspection on 3/19/2025, the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file for Staff #1 was dated 1/21/2020. The DHS FBI clearance on file for Staff #1 was dated 1/29/2020. Staff #2 had each of the required clearances on file on 3/19/2025. However, the updated DHS FBI clearance on file for Staff #2 was dated 3/11/2025. The previous DHS FBI clearance was dated 2/18/2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2025): “Updated clearances were promptly obtained so file is current.”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
More than 60 days transpired between fire drills conducted in December 2023 and February 2024. The fire drill log shows that a fire drill was conducted on 12/1/23 and the next fire drill was conducted on 2/1/24; this is 62 days between the two fire drills.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “Fire drills will be conducted every 60 days.”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The smoke detection system has not been tested every 30 days. The 30 day-testing log shows that the smoke detectors were tested on 10/3/23 and 11/3/23, which is 31 days and on 12/1/23 and 1/3/24 which is 33 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “Smoke detectors will be tested every 30 days.”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
No work address is included for the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form for Child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “The work address for the enrolling parent was added to the emergency contact form for Child #1.”
Core safety Sep 27, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
As per staff 1 and observed on video that was sent to certification representative, it was observed that staff 2 grabbed child 1 by the arm and dragged child 1 over to her, instead of properly picking up child 1 or giving prompts for the child 1 to come to her.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2023): “Staff will complete the above listed training and staff #2 will complete the additional second training to satisfy the LIS”
Citation Sep 27, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During a complaint inspection on 9/27/2023, it was observed that the last fire drill conducted was on 5/31/2023. As a result, it was more than 60 days between fire drills.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “Staff will ensure to keep form up to date. Last drill was conducted on 7/21/23, but was not recorded on the sheet only on the dry-erase board. We will make sure going forward the information is recorded on the form as required.”
Citation Sep 27, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During a complaint inspection on 9/27/2023, it was found that the alarm testing was last conducted on 5/31/2023. As a result, it was more than 30 days between tests.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2023): “Staff will ensure that fire alarm system is tested timely and properly documented”
Citation Jun 5, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Staff 4 did not have emergency plan training on file. See LIS for date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2023): “Staff 4's last day is 6/9/2023.”
Citation Jun 5, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The hot water temperature in the upstairs preschool changing room, older toddler room and infant room measured above 110 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2023): “Hot water is shut off.”
Citation Jun 5, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Hand washing signs were not posted in the downstairs bathrooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2023): “Facility posted hand washing signs.”
Citation Jun 5, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
Child 4 did not have updated immunizations on file. The Rotavirus, DTAP and HiB immunizations were not up to date. Children 2 and 5 did not have the updated flu shot on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “Children will obtain updated immunizations.”
Citation Jun 5, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1-3 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2023): “Staff will obtain the 1 hour updated training.”
Citation Jun 5, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started in Center Based Care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2023): “Staff 4's last day is 6/9/2023.”
Citation Jun 5, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Child 2 did not have an updated child service report on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2023): “An updated child service report will be obtained.”
Citation Jun 5, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff 4 did not have two letters of reference on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2023): “Staff 4 did not have two letters of reference on file.”
Citation Jun 10, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In the cafeteria, there was toxics accessible to the children. The toxics were in an unlocked cabinet. The toxics included cleaning wipes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2022): “Toxics were made inaccessible.”
Citation Jun 10, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the outside wobbler play space, there were uncovered bolts to the right of the door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2022): “Facility will place covers on bolts.”
Citation Jun 10, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
The facility's school bus had multiple seats that had exposed foam that would not be able to be cleaned.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2022): “Facility will fix bus seats.”
Citation Jun 10, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
The garbage can in the diapering area in the upstairs room was not hands free. It was not hands free due to it being an electric garbage can and had a dead battery.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2022): “Facility will put battery in garbage can.”
Citation Jun 10, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Child 1 did not have an updated fee agreement on file. The fee agreement was last updated on 9/14/2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2022): “Facility will update fee agreement.”
Citation Jun 10, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff 1 had one letter of reference on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2022): “Facility obtained letter of reference for staff 1.”

“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 27, 2023 Complaint investigation
1 violation 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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $44.00 —
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $40.40 —
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $39.60 —
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $36.60 —
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $33.00 $20.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $33.00 $20.00

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 123 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Sep 26, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Sep 13, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Horwith Rentals LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 760-1182
State certificate # CER-00258786
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Common questions

Has Y2kids Child Care 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 Mar 20, 2026 (supervision): “During the inspection on 3/20/26, staff person #2 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…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Y2kids Child Care Center?

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 Y2kids Child Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Sep 13, 2025. 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 Y2kids Child Care Center compare with other daycares in Lehigh County?

It is #93 of 155 centers in Lehigh County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Y2kids Child Care Center last inspected?

Jun 24, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Y2kids Child Care Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $44.00 for infant, $40.40 for young toddler, $39.60 for older toddler, $36.60 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Y2kids Child Care Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Horwith Rentals 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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