Bless the Children Academy LLC
Bless the Children Academy LLC is a certified child care center in New Cumberland, PA, with capacity for 88 children. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 9 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for building & playground safety (6 of 9). All 9 came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #5 of 8 centers in New Cumberland and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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It was observed that the fire detection log showed that the system was not tested at least every 30 days. 7/6/26-8/12/26 (37 days) 8/12/26-9/15/26 (34 Days)
On 6/16/26 a 30-day renewal notification was sent to facility person #1 that included a request for availability. Facility person #1 responded on 6/23/26 that the only date that the center would be closed was 7/3/26. Certification representative replied to the email on 6/23/26 and acknowledged the blackout dates provided. On 6/26/26, certification representative re-sent the 30-day renewal notice as a reminder. On 7/1/26, certification representative arrived at the facility at 9: AM, attempting to conduct a renewal inspection, there was no answer at the door after multiple knocks and ringing of the doorbell.
It was observed that the facility did not have a director at the time of the inspection.
It was observed in the infant and afterschool classrooms that there were plug-in air fresheners in reach of the children.
It was observed at the time of the inspection that the infant, toddler, and afterschool spaces did not have first aid kits. (Corrected on site.)
It was observed that the first aid kit in the preschool classroom did not have a pair of tweezers. (Corrected on site.)
It was observed that third toilet in the bathroom had a seat with chipping paint and did not fit correctly. (Corrected on site.)
At the time of the initial inspection the fire detection system was not in working order.
It was observed that the facility had not sent their plan to the local municipality. (Corrected on site.)
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $75.00 | $52.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $75.00 | $52.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $71.00 | $48.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $71.00 | $45.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $70.00 | $38.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $70.00 | $35.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $70.00 | $35.00 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has Bless the Children Academy LLC had any serious violations?
No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 9 other citations, listed above.
Have there been complaints about Bless the Children Academy LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Bless the Children Academy LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
How does Bless the Children Academy LLC compare with other daycares in New Cumberland?
It is #5 of 8 centers in New Cumberland by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Bless the Children Academy LLC last inspected?
Jul 1, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Bless the Children Academy LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $75.00 for newborn, $75.00 for infant, $71.00 for young toddler, $71.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Bless the Children Academy LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Bless The Children Academy LLC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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