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Gina Tavares

Bethlehem, PA · Northampton County
Timber Ln, Bethlehem, PA 18020
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Quick Facts

Capacity
6 children
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 533-7450
Timber Ln
Bethlehem, PA 18020
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00250285
License Issued
Mar 9, 2026
Active Through
Mar 9, 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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GINA TAVARES is a Family Child Care in BETHLEHEM PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-12-12 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/12/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. Child #1 did not have a child service report completed within the past six months. The most recent child service report on file was dated 12/13/24. Child #2 did not have a child service report completed within the past six months. The most recent child service report on file was dated 12/13/24. Child #3, who has been enrolled longer than six months, did not have a child service report completed on file. Child #4 did not have a child service report completed within the past six months. The most recent child service report on file was dated 3/3/25.

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.)
Child service reports were completed for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4.
2025-12-12 Renewal 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/12/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #2 and Child #4 did not include the work address and phone number of the parent.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The work address and phone number of the parents will be added to the emergency contact forms.
2025-12-12 Renewal 3290.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)

Description: Within 60 days

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/12/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The file for Child #3 did not include a health assessment. The child has been enrolled longer than 60 days. The file did contain an immunization record.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child health assessment for Child #3 was provided by the parent.
2025-12-12 Renewal 3290.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/12/25. At that time, the operator stated that diapers are placed outside the basement door on the steps after a child's diaper is changed. A hands-free trash can was not present in the diaper changing area.

Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A hands-free lidded trash can will be used for soiled diapers.
2025-12-12 Renewal 3290.69 - Heat Source Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.69

Description: Heat Source

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/12/25. At that time, the operator stated that the home had a new stove. The knobs to operate the stove were just above the oven and were accessible to the children in care. The operator stated that lunch is occasionally prepared on the stove. At that time, there was nothing to prevent the children access to the stove.

Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Locks were purchased and installed on stove knobs. Fence will be in place at all times when stove is hot.
2024-12-04 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/5/24. At that time, the following child files did not include a child service report: Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5.

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.)
Child service reports for Child #2, 3, 4, and 5 were completed and given to respective families.
2024-12-04 Renewal 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/5/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms did not include the business name, address, and phone number of the parents of Child #1, Child #2, and Child #5.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1, 2, and 5 emergency contact information were completed with required information.
2024-12-04 Renewal 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/5/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #3 and Child #5 did not include written consent signed by the parent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3 and #5 were completed for emergency medical care in the emergency contact forms.
2024-12-04 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/5/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #3 and Child #5 did not include the address of the release persons.

Correction Required: 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.)
Child #3 and #5 were completed for the address of the release persons.
2024-12-04 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 12/5/24. At that time, the emergency transportation plan was not posted in each child care space.

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 plan was created and posted which specifies person with clearances in charge in the event of an emergency and person designated to accompany child in case of an emergency.
2024-12-04 Renewal 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/5/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The most recent review of the emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #2 was dated 3/27/24. The most recent review of the emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #3 was dated 5/20/24. The most recent review of the emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #4 was dated 5/4/23.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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.)
Parents updated with signature every six months or as soon as there is a change in contact information forms and agreements.
2024-12-04 Renewal 3290.131(b)(1)/3290.131(b)(2) - Updated infant health report: every 6 months/Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(1)/3290.131(b)(2)

Description: Updated infant health report: every 6 months/Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/5/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The most recent health report on file for Child #2, a young toddler, was dated 10/26/23. The most recent health report on file for Child #4, a preschool child, was dated 11/19/21.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will require an updated health report every six months for an infant or young toddler and every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
2024-12-04 Renewal 3290.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/5/24. At that time, the trash can used for diapering was not hands-free.

Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A plastic lined hands free can was placed by diaper change station for disposal of diapers.
2024-12-04 Renewal 3290.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/5/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #3 and Child #5 did not include written consent signed by the parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.

Correction Required: 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.)
A written consent was given prior to admission for administration of minor first-aid procedures by operator.
2024-12-04 Renewal 3290.74(a) - Requirements Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.74(a)

Description: Requirements

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 12/5/24. At that time, the cover to the radiator was bent towards the floor, exposing the sharp metal pieces inside. The radiator was on the wall opposite of the back door.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play area, shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The radiator which is never in use was covered with cardboard and taped for security.

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