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Nativity Lutheran Early Childhood Education Center

Allentown, PA · Lehigh County
4004 W Tilghman St, Allentown, PA 18104
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Quick Facts

Capacity
161 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 395-6267
4004 W Tilghman St
Allentown, PA 18104
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00249197
License Issued
Mar 7, 2026
Active Through
Mar 7, 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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Located in the west end of Allentown, Pennsylvania, Nativity Lutheran Early Childhood Education Center is a non-profit, Christian center with highly experienced, certified teachers. Our staff turnover is very low, with some teachers working at Nativity for 20 years or more.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-12-08 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on 12/8/25, at that time a review of staff files occurred and found that staff person #1's most recent PA Child Abuse History clearance is dated 7/22/20. Also staff person #1 updated their FBI clearance late as evidenced by prior FBI clearance dated 2/20/20 and current FBI clearance dated 3/10/25.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). The CPSL was revised to include a requirement that all clearances be updated and on file at least every 60 months. TIERED LIS: 1.) Staff #1 must be removed from a child care position with direct contact and routine interaction with children until all missing clearances are completed and on file at the facility. This portion of the plan requires an immediate date of correction. 2.) The operator shall develop a plan/policy to ensure compliance with the CPSL and that all clearances are updated prior to their expiration so that no staff have direct contact and routine interaction with children unless all clearances are valid. The plan must be approved by OCDEL and provider will provide a date by which this will be completed. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #1 may not work in a child care position with direct contact and routine interaction with children until all missing clearances are completed and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
It was noted that staff #1's child abuse was sent on Monday, November 24, 2025. It was completed the same day and results emailed to staff # 1. Staff did not open the email resulting in lack of clearance renewal. We have printed out the clearance on 12/8/25. Staff #1 was able to report to work the next day.
2025-12-08 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted at the facility on December 8, 2025. At the time of inspection there was a small area of peeling paint on the wall under the window in the Cubs room.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Bruce Evans (church sexton) was messaged and he patched, sanded and painted the wall. This was completed the evening of December 8, 2025. (Photo attached)
2024-12-03 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: On the larger outdoor playground there were three black plastic railroad ties that were cracked.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I spoke with Don who is on property committee for the church. He is in charge of replacing the black railroad ties. He assured me it would get done ASAP.
2024-12-03 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: An outlet was missing a protective cover in the hallway outside the Cubs room.

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.)
a protective receptacle cover was placed in the outlet outside the Cubs room.
2024-12-03 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: A can of Lysol was accessible to the children in an unlocked cabinet in the Cubs room.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The can of Lysol was immediately removed and placed in a cabinet out of reach of the children.
2024-12-03 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: Per the facility's fire drill and detection log, there were more than 30 days between manual tests of the facility's fire detection system June 20, 2024 to July 31, 2024.

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I was incorrect in thinking that fire drills had to be conducted one time per month. I am now aware that fire drills need to be conducted every 30 days.
2024-09-30 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(d)

Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: Potentially hazardous foods are kept in the children's lunch boxes with ice packs and are not being refrigerated.

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On Tuesday, October 1 a message was sent to the parents of all childcare children to place their child's lunchbox on the cart by the Cubs room if it contains any dairy or potentially hazardous food brought from home so it can be placed in the refrigerator
2024-09-30 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 has a volunteer PA Child Abuse History clearance, which is not acceptable for employment. Staff Person #1 has been working in a childcare position at the facility for more than 45 days. See code sheet for date of hire.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I messaged Staff Person #1 and informed her that she was not to report to work. I let her know we need a new PA Child Abuse History clearance since hers was a volunteer one and that it should be for employment. Daisy has not reported to work and will not until her clearance comes through. Daisy submitted her Child Abuse clearance on 10/4/24 and we are waiting for the results.
2024-09-30 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: There was a can of Glade spray in the bathroom near the Cubs room.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The can of Glade spray was removed immediately during the inspection and placed in the adult bathroom.
2024-09-30 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: The bathrooms had several small holes in the walls from where old paper towel dispensers were removed. In the Cubs room there were several areas of peeling paint above where the children hang belongings.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On Wednesday, October 2 Don from the church property comm came and spackled all holes related to the old paper towel dispensers and the Cubs room where children hang their belongings. (see photos)
2023-12-21 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that in room Kittens, Kangaroos, and Busy Bees did not have a transportation plan posted.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The kittens, kangaroos, and busy bees were given emergency and transportation paperwork to hang in their classrooms. The cover is titled "Emergency Procedures".
2023-12-21 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 and #2's emergency contact and financial agreement was not reviewed and updated within 6 months. Child #3's financial agreement had not been reviewed and updated within 6 months. Child #4 emergency contact was not reviewed and updated within 6 months.

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.)
We have met with each of these parents to update and sign their child's paperwork.
2023-12-21 Renewal 3270.133(1) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(1)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the Kangaroo room that a child's Avi-q medication did not come in it's original container.

Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will contact the child's parents and let them know that we need the medication to be placed in its original box
2023-12-21 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff #5 did not have the one hour health and safety update.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #5 was informed that she needed to complete the health and safety update 2022 (via email). Jennifer completed the training on January 23, 2024.
2023-12-21 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have documentation of notifying the local traffic safety authorities of location of facility and use of pedestrian and vehicular routes.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider sent documentation of the pedestrian and vehicular routes to the local traffic safety authorities.

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