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Pembroke Pee Wees

Bethlehem, PA · Northampton County
1032 PEMBROKE RD, Bethlehem, PA 18017
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Quick Facts

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

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 865-3577
1032 PEMBROKE RD
Bethlehem, PA 18017
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00254669
License Issued
Jul 26, 2026
Active Through
Jul 26, 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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Welcome to family owned and operated chilcdare in the Lehigh Valley. All of our secure centers offer complete child care services for children of all ages, including infants through school age. There is no additional charge for our meals, they are free. These include breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner*, prepared and served on our premises daily. Each classroom has been specially designed by its teacher, with the appropriate features for its age group. All centers provide a secure playground for children's activities and outdoor fun. We offer a Free Summer Camp program for our school age children, first grade and above.

Need evening care? Our Allentown and Bethlehem centers offer dinner, activities, and help with your child's homework. Everything is taken care of. Just bring your child home for quality time.

Kindergarten, certified by the PA Department of Education, is available in our Allentown Center.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-04-07 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, exposed bolts were observed on the fencing at the entrance to the facility.

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.)
Bolt covers were immediately added to the exposed bolts on the fencing.
2026-04-07 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, plastic bags were observed in a floor level cabinet and in children's cubbies in the first room on the left where they were accessible to the toddlers in care who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The plastic bags were immediately removed.
2026-04-07 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, emergency contact forms for two children were not present in the second room to the left, where the two children were receiving care.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact forms for the two children were immediately added to the room.
2026-04-07 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The health assessment for Staff Person #1 was not updated within 24 months. This is evidenced by the health assessments on file being dated 12/18/23 and 3/4/26.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will have a health assessment on file conducted within 12 months prior to their date of hire and updated every 24 months thereafter.
2026-04-07 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not include two written, nonfamily letters of reference.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 will submit two written, nonfamily letters of reference to be placed in their file.
2026-04-07 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: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, uncovered outlets in a live power strip were observed on the counter in the lunch room where they were accessible to the children. Staff stated that all children with the exception of infants eat in the lunch room. Four uncovered outlets were observed in the room the farthest to the left where they were accessible to the preschool children who receive care in the 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.)
Protective covers were immediately placed in all electrical outlets accessible to children under five years of age.
2026-04-07 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the first aid kit in the first room on the left did not contain gauze.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Gauze was immediately added to the first aid kit.
2026-04-07 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: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the thirty day testing log of the fire detection system was reviewed. The testing log showed that the system had not been tested every thirty days with the testing dates of 12/29/25 and not again until 2/20/26, 53 days between testing.

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.)
In order to test the system every thirty days, it was tested twice in December. The second test was accidentally marked in the January testing spot on the testing log and the January test was missed as a result. When the fire detection system is in need of being tested more than once in a month, it will be added directly under the previous testing so that a test is not missed in a thirty-day period.
2025-09-23 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.111(c) - Promote development Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(c)

Description: Promote development

Noncompliance Area: A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that children are placed in time out for up to 60 minutes by Staff Person #1. Staff Person #1 was terminated from employment on 9/18/25.

Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #1 was immediately terminated when director investigated the incident. Staff was reminded of policies. They were trained in and due to violation the employment was terminated. (Employee handbook enclosed.) Children will be provided daily experiences that recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities.
2025-09-23 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) - No physical punishment /No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)/3270.113(d)

Description: No physical punishment /No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that the following has occurred at the child care center: Staff Person #1 spanked their own child, Child #2, while saying "I told you I'd hit you if you didn't stop." This occurred at the child care center while the child was in care. Staff Person #1 has yelled aggressively at the children, "Go eat your food" "I'm gonna beat your ass." "I'm not going to deal with your cranky shit today." Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 have been seen grabbing children by the biceps, slamming them down into chairs. Staff Person #2 was heard telling a child "I'm going to pull your hair, I'm not playing with you," followed by the child yelling "ow." Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were terminated from employment on 9/18/25.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. TIERED LIS 1. A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must create a discipline policy. This policy must specifically include positives strategies for guiding children's behavior. The discipline policy must include what to do if a staff person observes another staff person not following the discipline policy. The legal entity must receive approval of the policy from the Regional Office. Once approved by the Regional Office, the legal entity must review policy with all current staff and have staff sign off that they understand and will follow the discipline policy. All new staff hired must review the discipline policy with the director at their time of hire and must sign off that they understand and will follow the discipline policy. The operator shall provide a correction date for when the discipline policy will be reviewed with all staff.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. 9/19/25 Staff will never use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. and will never use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. 2. 10/16/25 Policy of discipline of children has already been established and training is done prior to interactions with children. (Employee handbook) Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were immediately terminated. Once approved, the discipline policy will be reviewed with all staff.
2025-09-23 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(c)/3270.162(d) - No ridicule or threaten harm/Not forced to eat Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(c)/3270.162(d)

Description: No ridicule or threaten harm/Not forced to eat

Noncompliance Area: A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that the following has occurred at the child care center: Staff Person #1 has been heard saying "Eat your food. I'm not having an argument, you can sit in time out all day." Staff Person #1 has kept children in time out for up to 60 minutes for not eating their food and drinking their milk. Staff Person #1 was terminated from employment on 9/18/25.

Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. A child may not be forced to eat food.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #1 was immediately terminated due to the violation of policy in employee handbook. Staff will never single out a child for ridicule, threaten harm to a child or a child's family and will never force a child to eat food.
2025-09-23 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.135(e) - 2 hour diaper check Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(e)

Description: 2 hour diaper check

Noncompliance Area: A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that Child #4 had been left in a soiled diaper on more than once occasion. The soiled diaper was discovered by the parent when picking up the child to go home for the day.

Correction Required: A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff was reminded to check diapers every hour for children and change them as needed. Always check child's diaper prior to their leaving the center.
2025-04-25 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, exposed bolts were observed on the fencing of the school age playground, the young school age playground, the preschool playground, and the toddler playground. A basketball hoop was observed on the young school age playground. The weighted portion of the basketball hoop contained green, standing water. The spaceship climber on the toddler playground was observed to be cracked on the slide posing a pinch hazard. Small debris was trapped underneath the mats on the toddler playground where the play equipment was located. The debris caused the mats to be uneven, posing a tripping hazard to the toddlers.

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.)
The bolts will be cut or covered. The slide will be repaired. The debris will be swept out from under the mats.
2025-04-25 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, plastic bags and diapers in plastic sleeves were oberved in floor level cabinets in the older toddler room.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff immediately moved the plastic bags to an area where they were inaccessible to the children.
2025-04-25 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the facility was using Learning Beyond Paper to complete assessments on the children. Learning Beyond Paper is not an approved assessment through OCDEL.

Correction Required: 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 in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The approved DHS child service report will be used as the assessment for the children.

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