Celebree School

4000 Vine St, Middletown, PA 17057 · Dauphin County

3 core-safety citations in last 12 months 5 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 1

Part of Celebree School · 10 Pennsylvania locations

Celebree School is a certified child care center in Middletown, PA, with capacity for 159 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 5 complaint investigations. The state cited 39 violations, 9 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (13 of 39). 20 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 8 centers in Middletown and has more citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 68% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

#4 of 8 centers in Middletown

9 Core-safety citations

30 Other citations

7 Inspections

5 Complaint investigations that found violations

39 citations from 14 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 20 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 10, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 13

Records & paperwork 8

Supervision 5

Health & medication 3

Background checks 3

Training & qualifications 2

Emergency preparedness 2

Caregiver conduct 1

Transportation 1

Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 26, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety

Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103

It was observed on 6/26/2026 in the Toddler B (young toddlers) classroom sliced pool noodles are in the sensory table. Small pieces are able to be broken off the pool noodles and several pieces with a diameter of less than 1 inch were observed in the sensory table.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2026): “The sliced pool noodles were removed from the sensory table in the Toddler B classroom.”

Citation Jun 26, 2026 Complaint investigation Health & medication

Original container/Written instructions 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)/3270.133(2)

It was observed on 6/26/2026 in the Toddler B classroom an inhaler and Epi-pen were present in the groups Go Bag for child #1. Neither the inhaler or the Epi-Pen were in the original box it was received in nor did either prescription medication contain a prescription label or written instructions provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2026): “All medication is stored inside the original packaging that contains a prescription label.”

Core safety Jun 1, 2026 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No ridicule or threaten harm 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(c)

It was confirmed through staff interviews that several staff members, including administrative staff have said things like, "If you are going to act like a baby I'm going to take you to the baby room" and "Babies don't keep their shoes on, if you can't keep your shoes on you are going to the baby room!" to children who are misbehaving in the preschool and pre-k rooms.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2026): “Closer/more frequent observations for teachers will be held to observe interactions with students. Trainings will be required for staff to take through Better Kid Care: Interactions Matters-Positive Teacher Interactions with documentation staff completed the training sent to certification…”

Citation Apr 24, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety

General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.76

Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) received second degree burns on the bottoms of their feet as a result of walking on an Infant FunCenter made of timber, recycled plastic without their shoes on. Child #1 kicked their shoes and one sock off while being pushed in a stroller to the outside play space. Staff did not put the child's sock and shoes back on before being removed from the stroller. This occurred on April 23,2026 with temperatures reported to have been in the 70's degrees Fahrenheit.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2026): “Staff are required to take the following precautionary measures to ensure outdoor play surfaces are in good repair and free from visible hazard and do not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children while playing on the playground at the facility: 1.Require all children to wear shoes…”

Core safety Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Supervision

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

Staff #2 was reported to have worked unsupervised with children. Staff Person #2 has not completed the following preservice training required prior to caring for children: PA Required Health and Safety for Family Child Care Part 1 and Pediatric First Aid and CPR 9Completed 1/23/26 - (See LIS for first day working with children)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2026): “Staff has completed the PA required Health and safety for center care 2/13/26 and2/19/26.”

Core safety Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

A disclosure statement for staff #2 was not available. Staff #1 and staff #2 had incomplete PA state police clearance documents on file - the disseminated date was missing from the state police clearance for both staff members.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2026): “The disclosure statement that staff #2 signed on first day of onboarding has been found. it has included to the staff file. PA State Police Clearance for Staff #2 resubmitted. Results obtained 2/12/26. Staff #1 is no longer employed at the facility.”

Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Bachelor's/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Staff # 1 has bachelor's degree on file. A transcript detailing major of the degree was not available. Documentation of experience was also not available for staff # 1. Documentation of education for staff #2 was not available.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2026): “Staff 2 B.A diploma has placed in her file - Health Administration. Staff 1, Diploma is in file - Staff no longer employed”

Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)

Staff #2 had a health assessment dated 12/30/26, which is a date in the future.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2026): “Staff 2 has reached out to her doc and has corrected and updated a new form - dated 1/12/26.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)

In the school age room, trashcans in 2 bathrooms were observed to contain trash in unlined trash cans. Corrected on site by removing the trash and placing liners in the trashcans.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2026): “Placed trash can liners inside the school age bathroom trash cans.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103

A small farm figurine, which fit completely in a choking tube, was observed in the Two A classroom. Corrected on site by removing the toy.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2026): “Removed small farm figurine from the classroom.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Documentation showed that staff #2 (see LIS for DOH) had a health assessment dated 12/20/22, which exceeded the requirement that health assessments be conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service. The staff member does have a current health assessment on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “The health assessment is on file but noted as out of date. Current health assessment is on file.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Transportation

Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)

At the time of inspection, pick up and drop off procedures, including notification of safe routes, were not posted.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “Made copies from the parent handbook for the pickup and drop off procedures to be posted on the parent board.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)

Documentation showed an emergency drill had been conducted on 11/20/24 and again on 12/4/25. exceeding the requirement that emergency drills be conducted every 12 months.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “Emergency drill conducted on 1/19/26/”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Documentation showed that a test of the fire system had been conducted on 12/4/25 and again on 1/4/26, exceeding the requirement that fire system tests be conducted every 30 days.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2026): “Conducted test of the fire system on 1/4/26 and again on 1/12/26.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)

At the time of inspection, documentation of education was not available for staff # 1.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “Received diploma from the employee.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)

The name of the medical provider was not available on the emergency contact form for child #2.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Had parent provide medical provider's information on emergency contact form.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Written consent for emergency medical care was not available for child #2, #3, #4, and #5.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “For the children that were missing emergency medical care consent on emergency contact form, we had parents sign the emergency contact form where their signature was missing.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)

During the inspection, an emergency contact form was not available for a child in the Infant A classroom. An emergency contact form was not available for a child in the Infant B classroom. Both instances were corrected on site by placing a copy of the emergency contact form in the classroom binder.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2026): “Emergency forms that were missing from the classroom binder were corrected by placing a completed copy of the emergency form inside the class's binder.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)

Documentation showed that the financial agreement for child #1 was signed on 11/14/24 and updated in June of 2025, exceeding the requirement that financial agreements be updated every 6 months.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “Had parent sign the financial agreement so that it was updated.”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)

Written consent for the administration of minor first aid was not available for child #2, #3, #4, and #5.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “Had parents sign for written consent for administration of minor first aid.”

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Core safety Sep 8, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During a file review of new staff, it was observed that the out-of-state sex offender registry clearance was not available for Staff #1. Corrected on Site by obtaining the clearance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 8, 2025): “Obtained and filed the out-of-state clearance.”

Core safety Jul 30, 2025 Complaint investigation Supervision

Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)

It was confirmed by multiple sources, including the primary teacher, that a child was left in the hallway during a transition to the playground. The child was supervised by another staff member during the time away from their primary teacher.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “1. Children will be supervised by a primary caregiver at all times. 2. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff hired after 7/30/25 to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior…”

Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

At the time of the inspection, two written, nonfamily reference speaking to Staff#1's suitability to work in the center were not available.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2025): “We will obtain a second written reference confirming and attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

Core safety Mar 21, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

On 3/19/25, the program reported that a child was left on the playground for approximately 10 minutes. A teacher reported seeing the child alone on the playground and alerted the owner who retrieved the child and returned her to the classroom. The classroom teacher was not aware that the child was missing from the group.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2025): “1. All children will remain in their Primary Care Group under the supervision of their teacher at all times while in the care of the school. 3/19/25 2. All staff hired after 3/25/2025 will take the following supervision trainings: Supervision - Counting Children and Supervision - What's required.…”

Core safety Feb 11, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Facility self-reported that child #1 was left alone in the classroom for approximately 3 minutes until discovered by another staff member.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 31, 2025): “Provider agrees to unannounced visits from DHS for next 3 months.”

Core safety Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

At the time of the inspection, documentation of required out of state clearances for Staff #1 was not available For Staff #2 and Staff #3, screenshots of the PSP clearance were on file, which cut off the processed date at the bottom of the page, rendering them invalid. A disclosure statement for Staff #4 was not available. Documentation showed staff #6 completed mandated reporter training 1/17/25 and 1/15/20, exceeding the requirement that training be completed within 60 months.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2025): “Full copies of state police clearances were obtained immediately for Staff #2 and Staff #3 and put into their files on 2/11/25. Staff #2 and #3 may not work with children unsupervised until the valid clearance is on file. Staff #1's criminal background check from Maryland was obtained from the…”

Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

At the time of inspection, documentation of emergency plan training at the time of hire was not available for staff # 4.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “Signature documenting Emergency plan training was conducted at the time of hire was obtained. Additional emergency plan training was conducted on 2/14/25 and documented on the sign-in sheet.”

Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)

During the inspection, a first aid kit was placed on a chair in the child care space making it accessible to children. CORRECTED ON SITE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “First aid kit was made inaccessible to children on site.”

Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

During the inspection, in the school age room the edge of a rug was rolling up causing a potential tripping hazard.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2025): “Rug was removed from the School Room until rug tape is purchased to secure the rug is not rolled up or cause a potential tripping hazard”

Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103

During the inspection, small Lego blocks measuring less than 1 inch in diameter were observed in an area that was being used by two-year-old children. CORRECTED ON SITE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “Small blocks were removed from the child care space at the time of the inspection.”

Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4)

At the time of inspection, a health assessment form for Staff #2 stating that the individual was free of communicable diseases and suitable to provide child care was not available.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “Health assessment documentation was obtained for Staff #2.”

Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding

Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)

During the inspection, a container of yogurt that required refrigeration was found in a lunch box in a child's bookbag. CORRECTED ON SITE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “Yogurt was placed in the refrigerator at the time of the inspection.”

Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

At the time of inspection, it was found that fire detection system tests were conducted on 7/1/24 & 8/29/24 (59 days) and 10/25/24 & 11/27/24 (33 days), exceeding the required maximum of 30 days between tests.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2025): “The last documented fire detection system test was conducted on 2/5/25. The next system test is scheduled to occur within 30 days of that date.”

Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)

At the time of inspection, documentation of education was not available for staff #1 and staff #4. Documentation of experience was not available for staff # 2, staff #3, and staff #5. CORRECTED ON SITE for Staff #1.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Documentation of education for staff #1 was obtained during the inspection. Verification of education was applied for by Staff #4 on 2/12/25. Staff #4 is no longer employed at the center (Confirmed 6/4/25) Staff #3's experience was obtained and verified on 2/12/25. Experience obtained and verified…”

Core safety Aug 20, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision

Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)

Staff person #1 was not physically present with the children in their group on the facility premises and left the children unattended for a duration of 30 seconds - 1 minute.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2024): “1. The teacher is no longer with us. 2. We implemented the school policy that a teacher will be fired if they leave the children unsupervised.1.”

Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

No insects or rodents 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(c)

An infestation of dead bugs were observed on the floor in Infant A, PreK, and the Preschool 4 classroom. (Corrected on sight)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2024): “1. We have a floater on site everyday to check each classroom in the morning and before school closes 2. we have scheduled with pest control company to provide service monthly”

Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)

The water temperature in classrooms Preschool 4, Toddler B, Twos A, and Toddler A was measuring 120 degrees fahrenheit.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2024): “1. We adjusted the temperature on site right away. 2. the temperature will be set to 105 all year along to make sure we're not reaching to the temperature limit.”

Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Glass 55 Pa. Code §3270.81

A visual strip or other visual identification was not identified on the glass window in the Preschool 4 classroom.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2024): “1. we have notified teachers per classroom to make sure the window strip stays on all the time. 2. we have told teachers art display on windows is always a good choice for the visual identification.”

Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(e)

Rocks, sticks, and pieces of cut rope with a diameter of less than 1 inch were observed on the infant/toddler playground.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2024): “1. We have added to clean playground as our daily closing checklist. 2. We have asked all the teachers to make sure cleaning up playground after use which including rocks, sticks, leaves and any small items that can be chocking hazard to kids.”

“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.