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Central Manor Day Care Center

3717 Blue Rock Rd, Washington Boro, PA 17582 · Lancaster County
3 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Central Manor Day Care Center is a certified child care center in Washington Boro, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 41 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (10 of 41). 13 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #97 of 144 centers in Lancaster County and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 71% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #97 of 144 centers in Lancaster County
5 Core-safety citations
36 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
41 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 13 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 13, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Feb 13, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Dec 23, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 5, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 9, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 18, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 10
Emergency preparedness 8
Records & paperwork 7
Health & medication 5
Background checks 3
Building & playground safety 3
Supervision 2
Other standards 1
Transportation 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Feb 13, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
The fire drill log did not show documentation of fire drills having been conducted every 60 days or less, evident by the dates listed as: 5/29/25, 9/3/25 and 9/18/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “The facility conducted and documented a fire drill on 2/17/26 and on 3/25/26. We will implement a system to ensure fire drills are conducted and documented on the fire drill log, at least once every 60 days in compliance with DHS regulations.”
Citation Feb 13, 2026 Inspection Other standards
31 - 45 hours a week, director or director/GS present at 35% of operational hours. 55 Pa. Code §3270.241(c)(1)(ii)
There was no qualified Director working on-site at the facility for the required minimum of 14 hours per week, as the facility operates 42 hours per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “We hired and appointed a director-qualified Assistant Director, who will be at the facility for the required minimum of 14 hours per week (or 35% of the weekly operating hours if less when school is closed).”
Core safety Dec 23, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
It was reported that a staff member took a group of children to the bathroom and started the return to the classroom without one of the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2026): “All staff are required to maintain constant supervision of their assigned group of children during all transitions, including bathroom breaks and movement between rooms. Staff must conduct a name-to-face count before leaving a room, upon arrival at the destination, and before returning to the…”
Core safety Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Documentation showed that staff #2 has an NSOR dated 8/1/25, which is after the staff members first day working with children. See LIS for first day working with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “The NSOR is on file but noted as late. Staff will not work in a child care role until NSOR is on file.”
Core safety Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
At the start of the inspection, when asked how many children were in attendance, staff gave the number of children to be 21. Subsequent primary care group checks determined that 19 children in care that day.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2025): “Staff will know the correct number of children in their care at all times. The staff will know the names and whereabouts of the children in their assigned primary care groups.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Documentation showed that staff #1 completed emergency plan training on 9/26/25, which is beyond 90 days from date of hire. See LIS for date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “The emergency plan trained was conducted for staff #1 on 9/26/25 and it was late.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
Documentation of accommodations for children with special needs and chronic medical conditions during emergency events was not available in the emergency plan letter to families.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “The accommodations for children with special needs and chronic medical conditions was added to the parent letter.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
Tweezers and scissors were not available in the first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “Tweezers and scissors were placed in the first aid kit.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
Evidence of a medication log for child #1 was not available on site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “A medication log has been included and maintained with the medication that is administered.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(b)
Staff #3 has a health assessment document that was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “Staff #3 will provide a health assessment document with a signature by a physician, physician assistant, or CRNP upon returning from maternity leave.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
Documentation that the emergency plan had been sent to the county EMA and local municipality was not available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “The director has sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Documentation showed that staff #1 completed Part 2 of the health and safety training on 11/5/26, which is beyond 90 days from date of hire. See LIS for date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “The training for staff #1 is complete on 11/5/25, but it is noted as late.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A posted transportation plan was not available in the classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “A written transportation plan has been posted in the classroom. This plan will explain the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.”
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Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the inspection, cleaning materials labeled keep out of reach of children (Swiffer Power Mop floor cleaner and Swiffer Wet Jet with Febreze, and sanitizing wipes) were accessible to children. CORRECTED ON SITE. A lined and lidded trash can was not available at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2025): “All toxins were placed in cabinets out of reach of children during the inspection. And a lidded trashcan was acquired on 12/27/2024.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
During the inspection, it was observed that children did not wash their hands before eating snack. Hand sanitizer was used as children entered the classroom, followed by snack.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2025): “Schedule has changed to allow time for appropriate handwashing before meals.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
Documentation that the emergency plan had been sent to the local municipality was not available at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The emergency plan was submitted to the local traffic authorities on 12/9/2024.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
Documentation of annual notification of local authorities detailing the program location and traffic routes was not available. The posted document was dated 2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2025): “The emergency plan was submitted to the local traffic authorities on 12/9/2024.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The staff member was not left unsupervised with children. The correct certificate was obtained for the file on 12/17/24.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Documentation of Health and Safety Training for Staff #3 was dated 107 days after date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2025): “Documentation on the completion of health and safety in on file, but beyond the 90-day provisional hiring window.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of inspection, documentation of 2 years of experience for Staff #2 was not available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “The documentation was acquired on 1/10/2025 for the file.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.183(a)
During the inspection, it was observed that child files were not stored in a locked cabinet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2025): “Staff have been instructed on how to open/lock the secure storage box containing child files. This was reviewed on 1/16/2025 with program staff.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Documentation of two non-family references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person was not available for Staff #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The second record was acquired for the file on 12/17/24.”
Core safety Nov 9, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 had a disclosure statement dated 12/14/23, which was completed after the first day of employment. Staff #3 did not complete Mandated Reporter training within 90 days of hire. Mandated Reporter training completed on 12/13/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “The center will comply with CPSL and Chapter 3490. Staff will complete disclosure statements with HR on their first day working. Staff will also complete their mandated reporter training prior to coming on board.”
Citation Nov 9, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
A blue couch was observed to be ripped and in disrepair. Corrected on site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “The couch was repaired on site. Furniture and toys will be inspected monthly to ensure no items are ripped/in disrepair or unusable.”
Citation Nov 9, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator used by the facility was observed to be missing a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “The refrigerator is capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer was placed in the refrigerator.”
Citation Nov 9, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
Fire drills were not conducted within 60 days on the following occasion: 2/9/23 and again on 9/13/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter will conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.”
Citation Nov 9, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)
Staff number 2 did not complete Pediatric CPR/First Aide within 90 days of hire. Staff number 3 did not complete Pediatric CPR/First Aide within 90 days of hire. Staff Number 4 did not complete Pediatric CPR/First Aid/CPR within 90 days of hire. Staff numbers 2, 3, and 4 must be supervised by a qualified staff with completed preservice trainings at all times until training is complete.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “Staff numbers 2, 3, and 4 were supervised by a qualified staff with completed preservice trainings at all times until training was completed. Staff 2's last day of work was 12/20/23. Staff 3 completed the CPR course on 12/11/23. Staff 4 completed the CPR course 12/18/23.”
Citation Nov 9, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(h)
Staff number 1 has a 1 hour health and safety update on file but did not have the 10 hour or 6 hour health and safety training on file. Staff Number 2 does not have health and safety training on file. Staff number 3 completed health and safety training on 12/15/23, which is greater than 90 days. Staff #4 did not have health and safety training on file. Staff number 1,2,3 and 4 must be supervised by a qualified staff with complete preservice trainings at all times until training is completed and on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “Staff 1 completed the 10hr course on 1/13/23, but it was not appropriately on file. Director will ensure the health and safety training is on file. Staff 2 completed employment on 12/20/23. Staff 4 completed employment on 12/28/23. These staff were not alone with children and were always supervised…”
Citation Nov 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
Staff #2 did not have verification of child care experience on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “The staff member ended their employment on 12/20/23.”
Citation Nov 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff #1 had two written, nonfamily references on file dated 12/15/23, which was after initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “A facility person's record will include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The HR manager will ensure that all staff have 2 written nonfamily references before their first day of employment.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not have documentation of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2023): “Emergency plan training was completed on 11-30-22.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance/Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(4)/3270.131(c)
It was observed at the time of inspection child #1's health assessment was blank and not completed and signed by a physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “Child #1 had a health assessment completed on 12-29-22 and placed in their file.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
It was observed at the time of inspection staff #2 did not have a completed health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “Staff #2's health assessment was completed on 9-9-2022.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
It was observed at the time of inspection the facility's emergency plan did not include lockdown during an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “The emergency plan including a lockdown plan, was printed and placed at the facility.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not have annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “Fire safety training was completed for staff #1, #2, #3 and #4.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
It was observed at the time of inspection staff #3 and staff #4 did not complete the required health and safety training within 90 days as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2023): “Staff training was completed.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
It was observed at the time of inspection staff #3 and #4 did not have a written evaluation completed by the director within 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “Staff #4's evaluation was completed on 8-11-22 but was not filed appropriately. Staff #3's evaluation was completed on 10-12-22.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
It was observed at the time of inspection staff #2 and staff #3's did not contain verification of their education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “Staff #2 and #3 submitted proof of their education.”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
It was observed at the time of inspection staff #2's record did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “A second reference was placed in staff #2's file”
Citation Dec 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
It was observed at the time of inspection staff #2 and#3 did not complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2023): “Staff completed pediatric first -aid and cpr.”
Core safety Nov 18, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #1 did not include a completed FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2022): “Staff person 1 has their FBI clearance on file. Staff person 1 did not work during this time, until paperwork was received.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Dec 23, 2025 Self-reported violation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $38.00 $38.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $38.00 $38.00

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

Capacity —
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Feb 23, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Feb 14, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator YWCA Lancaster
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–9:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 393-1735
State certificate # CER-00249510
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Common questions

Has Central Manor Day Care Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 5 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Dec 23, 2025 (supervision): “It was reported that a staff member took a group of children to the bathroom and started the return to the classroom without one of the children.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Central Manor Day Care Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Central Manor Day Care Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Central Manor Day Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Feb 14, 2026. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does Central Manor Day Care Center compare with other daycares in Lancaster County?

It is tied for #97 of 144 centers in Lancaster County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Central Manor Day Care Center last inspected?

Feb 13, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Central Manor Day Care Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $38.00 for young school-age, $38.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Central Manor Day Care Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is YWCA Lancaster.

Certified centers nearby

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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