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Sweet Home Daycare And Learning

Allentown, PA · Lehigh County
N Halstead St, Allentown, PA 18109
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Quick Facts

Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (201) 375-7500
N Halstead St
Allentown, PA 18109
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00253628
License Issued
May 15, 2026
Active Through
May 15, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 14

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About the Provider

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Sweet Home Daycare And Learning is a Family Child Care in Allentown PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-02-10 Renewal 3290.123(a)(4)/3290.123(a)(5) - Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(4)/3290.123(a)(5)

Description: Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/10/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The fee agreement on file for Child #4 does not include arrival and departure times or release person(s).

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fee agreement for Child #4 was updated to include the child's arrival and departure times and the names of persons designated by the parent for release. The updated agreement has been signed and placed in the child's file.
2026-02-10 Renewal 3290.123(a)/3290.123(a)(6) - Signed /Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)/3290.123(a)(6)

Description: Signed /Admission date

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/10/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #4: Date of admission. Child #5: Signed by parent.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fee agreement for Child #4 was updated to include the date of admission. The fee agreement for Child #5 was signed by the parent. All corrected agreements have been signed and placed in the children's files.
2026-02-10 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6)/3290.124(b)(7) - Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)/3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/10/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following children's emergency contact were missing information: Child #3: Health insurance policy number. Child #4: Release peoples' addresses.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact form for Child #3 was updated to include the health insurance policy number. The emergency contact form for Child #4 was updated to include the addresses of the authorized release persons. All corrected forms have been obtained from parents and placed in the children's files.
2026-02-10 Renewal 3290.124(d) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(d)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/10/2026. At that time, facility did not have emergency transportation plan posted.

Correction Required: A written plan shall be conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. The plan must accompany a staff person who leaves the facility on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A written emergency transportation plan was created and posted in a conspicuous location in the facility. The plan identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. A copy of the plan will accompany any staff member leaving the facility on excursions with children.
2026-02-10 Renewal 3290.134(a)/3290.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.134(a)/3290.152

Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/10/2026. At that time, two staff members were observed changing children's diapers and did not wash the child's hands or their own hands following the diaper changes.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. TIERED LIS: 1.A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must arrange for all staff to complete the training entitled "Your #1 Priority: Keeping Children Healthy and Safe" through Better Kid Care. The operator shall provide a correction date for when the training will be completed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. 2/10/2026. All staff observed not washing their hands or the children's hands after diaper changes were immediately retrained on proper handwashing procedures. Staff now ensure: Children's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting, and after diapering. Staff wash their own hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting or diapering a child. 2. 3/3/2026 Additionally, all staff will complete the "Your #1 Priority: Keeping Children Healthy and Safe" training through Better Kid Care.
2026-02-10 Renewal 3290.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.135(b)

Description: Surfaces cleaned

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/10/2026. When certification representative arrived, there was a cloth covering on the diaper changing area which is unable to be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution.

Correction Required: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The cloth covering on the diaper changing area was removed and replaced with a surface that can be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Staff now wipe the diaper changing surface with a sanitizing solution after every diaper change to ensure compliance.
2026-02-10 Renewal 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/10/2026. At that time, the facility's policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Announcement C-22-03: Updates to Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment Requirements states To maintain compliance with 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vi), in addition to the training requirements, child care providers must have a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment. The policy must include, but is not limited to: · Recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; · Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and · Address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The written policy was updated to include the prevention and identification of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment in accordance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3290.18 and 45 CFR 98.41. The policy now includes: Recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. Strategies for coping with crying and caregiver stress. Procedures for identifying and reporting suspected child maltreatment. All staff reviewed and signed the updated policy.
2026-02-10 Renewal 3290.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/10/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Fee agreement on file for Child #4 was last updated/signed by parent on 6/15/2025.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fee agreement for Child #4 was reviewed, updated, and signed by the parent. All emergency contact and financial information have been verified to ensure accuracy.
2026-02-10 Renewal 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/10/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Emergency contact forms for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care or signed parental consent for minor first-aid.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Signed parental consent forms for emergency medical care and minor first-aid were obtained for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5. The completed forms have been placed in each child's file.
2026-02-10 Renewal 3290.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/10/2026. At that time, evacuation route was not posted in the basement of the facility.

Correction Required: Evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The evacuation route was immediately posted in a visible location in the basement. Evacuation routes are now posted in a conspicuous location on each level of the facility used for child care.
2025-09-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.63

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: There are three electrical outlets in the living room without protective receptacle covers.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Outlet covers were put in the three outlets without them.
2025-09-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: There is A&D Diaper Rash Ointment in the diaper bins and air freshener on the desk; both are accessible to the children

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The diaper rash ointment and air freshener were moved to a high shelf that is inaccessible to the children.
2025-02-07 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: There is no child service report on file for Child #1

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A child service report will be completed for Child #1.
2025-02-07 Renewal 3290.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Fire drills are not being conducted every 60 days. Fire drills were conducted on 4/2/24, 6/3/24, 8/3/24, 10/4/25, 12/5/24. There are 63 days between 4/2/24 and 6/3/24. There are 61 days between 6/3/24 and 8/3/24. There are 62 days between 8/3/24 and 10/4/24. There are 62 days between 10/4/24 and 12/5/24.

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire drills will be conducted every 60 days.
2025-02-07 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Smoke detectors are not being conducted every 30 days. Smoke detectors were tested on 10/4/24, 11/4/24, 12/5/24, 1/5/25 and 2/5/25. There are 31 days between 10/4/24 and 11/4/24. There are 31 days between 11/4/24 and 12/5/24. There are 31 days between 12/5/24 and 1/5/25. There are 31 days between 1/5/25 and 2/5/25.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Smoke detectors will be tested every 30 days.

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