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Little People Child Care
113 W Broad St, Tamaqua PA 18252 · License #CER-00256303 · Group Child Care Home
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- Phone
- (570) 668-1886
- Website
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- Address
- 113 W Broad St, Tamaqua PA 18252 · Directions
Hours
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Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 12 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
Staff #1 had current clearances on file on 5/12/2026. However, the updated National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file for Staff #1 was dated 4/30/2026. The previous NSOR clearance on file for Staff #1 was dated 7/27/2020. Staff #1 verified that they had direct contact and routine interaction with children while this clearance was expired.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
- Violation
During the Renewal Inspection on 5/12/2026, a large plastic playset in the outdoor playground was observed to have several cracks on the inside of the playset. This left sharp edges exposed.
Corrected by May 14, 2026
- Violation
3280.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
On 5/12/2026, the most recent health report on file for Child #1, a young toddler was dated 9/29/2025.
Corrected by May 14, 2026
- Violation
On 5/12/2026, the fire drill/fire detection was up to date. However, the log showed two lapses during the previous 11 months in the requirement to manually test the fire detection system at least once every 30 days as follows: The alarm was tested on 6/19/2025 then not again until 8/18/2025 and the alarm was tested on 1/21/2026 then not again until 2/23/2026.
Corrected by May 12, 2026
- Violation
On 5/21/2025, Staff #1 had current clearances on file. However, the DHS FBI clearance was not requested prior to working in a childcare position as required. In addition, the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance was not on file prior to working in childcare, which is required as of 2/1/2025. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
- Violation
On 5/21/2025, a piece of cracked plastic with sharp edges exposed was seen on one of the little tikes playsets on the outdoor playground.
Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
- Violation
On 5/21/2025, the emergency contact information did not include the health insurance coverage and the policy number for Child #1. The emergency contact information did not include the health insurance policy number for Child #2.
Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
- Violation
On 5/21/2025, the emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the address for one of individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
- Violation
3280.151(c)(3)/3280.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
On 5/21/2025, the health assessment form on file for Staff #1 did not have the boxes checked to indicate that the individual is free of communicable diseases or that the staff person is suitable to provide childcare. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
- Violation
On 5/21/2025, the record/emergency contact information for Child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. The record also did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
- Violation
On 5/15/2024, the emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the health insurance policy number for Child #1. The emergency contact information for Child#2 did not include the health insurance coverage and the policy number. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected by May 28, 2024
- Violation
3280.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
On 5/15/2024, the most recent health report on file for Child #1, a young toddler was dated 8/9/2023. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2024
- Violation
On 5/15/2024, the most recent health report on file for Child #1 did not include verification of the following immunizations that are recommended by the ACIP between the ages of 12-15 months: MMR, Varicella and Hepatitis A. The file for Child #1 did not include an exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief written, signed and dated statement by the child's parent. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected by May 15, 2024
- Violation
On 5/15/2024, the emergency contact information for Child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child, and also did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected by May 28, 2024
- Violation
On 5/15/2024, the fire detection log was up to date, However, the log indicated a lapse in the manual testing that is required every 30 days. Manuel testing was documented on 2/28/2024 and then not again until 4/12/2024.
Corrected by May 28, 2024
- Violation
3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Child #1 is missing the physicians address.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
- Violation
3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Child #1 is missing the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
- Violation
Child #1 is missing the health insurance policy number.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
- Violation
Child #1 is missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
- Violation
Child #1 is missing the health insurance policy number.
Corrected by May 10, 2023
- Violation
3280.26(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
Operator has not conducted an annual emergency drill, last emergency drill documented was 4/28/22.
Corrected by May 10, 2023
- Violation
Cert Rep observed 3 water stained ceiling tiles in the bathroom.
Corrected by May 17, 2023
- Violation
3280.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Cert Rep observed peeling paint on the right side of the wall near the entrance.
Corrected by May 17, 2023
- Violation
Staff person #1 has an expired FBI clearance, dated 3/10/17.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
Staff person #1 has not received initial emergency plan training.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
Staff person #1 did not complete the required mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire. Date of mandated reporter training 9/21/22.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
Cert Rep observed two pack n plays in use and were not labeled for individual use.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Child #1 is missing the place of employment, address and telephone numbers of the enrolling parents.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
Child #1 does not have updated emergency contact and agreement information.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
Staff person #1 did not have and initial health assessment and TB test on file prior to working with children. Date of health assessment 6/14/22, date of TB test 6/14/22.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
Child #1 does not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
3280.182(6) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Child #1 does not have signed parental consent for walking excursions.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
Staff person #1 does not have two written nonfamily references on file.
Corrected by Oct 3, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The May 12, 2026 inspection noted: “Staff #1 had current clearances on file on 5/12/2026. However, the updated National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file for Staff #1 was dated 4/30/2…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The May 21, 2025 inspection noted: “On 5/21/2025, Staff #1 had current clearances on file. However, the DHS FBI clearance was not requested prior to working in a childcare position as required. In…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The May 15, 2024 inspection noted: “On 5/15/2024, the emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the health insurance policy number for Child #1. The emergency contact information…” — what has changed since then?
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