Sayre Child Center
349 HAMILTON AVE, BETHLEHEM, PA 18017Childery Rating: 5/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.5 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Keystone STARS rating of STAR 4. Structural quality reflects Pennsylvania's licensing baseline. Pennsylvania caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:5, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 6 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Keystone STARS STAR 4 (Max 4) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 155
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). Of 5 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Feb 10, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Letter to Parents; 2026-02-103270.27(e)
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) | Comply with CPSL/CPSL information; 2026-02-10 | 3270.65 | Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less; 2026-02-10 | 3270.66(a) | Locked or inaccessible; 2026-02-10 | 3270.75(c) | Has all items; 2026-02-10 | 3270.76 | Building Surfaces; 2026-02-10 | 3270.121(a) | Review policies and procedures; 2026-02-10 | 3270.123(a)(4) | Arrival/departure times; 2026-02-10 | 3270.124(b)(1) | Child's name, birth date; 2026-02-10 | 3270.124(b)(3) | Parent home/work address, phone; 2026-02-10 | 3270.151(a) | 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter; 2026-02-10 | 3270.181(c) | Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos; 2026-02-10 | 3270.27(a)(5) | Emergency plan; 2026-02-10 | 3270.31(f)(10) | Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
Sep 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Age and Training3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Aug 28, 20251 Finding1 Critical
- General Health and Safety/No Physical Punishment; 2025-08-283270.21/3270.113(b)
3270.113(d) | No harsh language
Feb 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety; 2025-02-053270.14/3270.21
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) | Comply with CPSL/CPSL information; 2025-02-05 | 3270.76 | Building Surfaces; 2025-02-05 | 3270.124(e) | Written emergency plan posted; 2025-02-05 | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) | Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Ini; 2025-02-05 | 3270.151(a) | 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter; 2025-02-05 | 3270.181(c) | Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos; 2025-02-05 | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) | Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff perso
Jul 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety; 2024-07-163270.14/3270.21
3270.31(f) | Health and Safety Training; 2024-07-16 | 3270.66(a) | Locked or inaccessible; 2024-07-16 | 3270.71 | Heat Source; 2024-07-16 | 3270.72(d) | Above ground window opening restricted to 6"; 2024-07-16 | 3270.75(c) | Has all items; 2024-07-16 | 3270.76 | Building Surfaces; 2024-07-16 | 3270.102(a) | Clean and good repair; 2024-07-16 | 3270.102(e) | Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch; 2024-07-16 | 3270.103 | Small Toys and Objects; 2024-07-16 | 3270.123(a)(4) | Arrival/departure times; 2024-07-16 | 3270.123(a)(5) | Designated release persons; 2024-07-16 | 3270.123(a)(6) | Admission date; 2024-07-16 | 3270.124(b)(1) | Child's name, birth date; 2024-07-16 | 3270.124(b)(3) | Parent home/work address, phone; 2024-07-16 | 3270.131(b)(2) | Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months; 2024-07-16 | 3270.151(a) | 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter; 2024-07-16 | 3270.181(c) | Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos; 2024-07-16 | 3270.182(7) | Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original repor; 2024-07-16 | 3270.27(a)(5) | Emergency plan; 2024-07-16 | 3270.171(a) | Pick-up and drop-off points
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