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Chambersburg YMCA at Scotland Elementary

3832 Scotland Main St, Chambersburg, PA 17202 · Franklin County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Chambersburg YMCA at Scotland Elementary is a certified child care center in Chambersburg, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 29 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (15 of 29). 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 18 centers in Chambersburg and has more citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 54% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#8 of 18 centers in Chambersburg
3 Core-safety citations
26 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
29 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 17, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 17, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 3, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 4, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 16, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 1, 2022 · 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 15
Health & medication 5
Records & paperwork 4
Background checks 3
Emergency preparedness 2

Citations, newest first

Core safety Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of inspection, the file for Staff #3 contained an unacceptable format of the disclosure statement after 2/1/25, per Announcement C-25-01.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “We have since collected the correct version of the disclosure statement and placed it in his file.”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The two most current emergency plan training verification on file for Staff Person #4 are dated 12/30/23 and 3/9/25, which are more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “We have an updated emergency sheet signed and in the file.”
Citation Mar 17, 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)
The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff Person #4 are dated 12/18/23 and 1/22/26, which are more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “He currently have an updated Health Assessment.”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The two most recent fire training certificates on file for Staff Person #1 are dated 5/22/24 and 1/1/26, and for Staff Person #4 are dated 12/30/23 and 3/9/25, which are both more than 12 months between trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “We have an updated fire training certificate in staff person 1 & staff person 4 the file now”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff #2 did not complete the following required pre-service trainings within 90 days of their hire date (SEE IS CODE SHEET): Pediatric First Aid/CPR. The training was completed on 1/19/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 27, 2026): “Staff person 2 has completed the CPR training and we have her certificate in her file.”
Citation Mar 3, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Observed staff file #3 contained documentation of annual training in the emergency plan which was completed more than 14 months after the previous emergency plan training. Observed staff file #4 contained documentation of training in the emergency plan at the time of initial hire which was conducted more than 90 days staff #4 began working in a childcare position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2025): “We have trained Staff # 3 and #4 on the emergency plan and placed a certificate in their files.”
Citation Mar 3, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Observed staff file #1 and #3 did not contain documentation of completion of fire safety training within the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2025): “We have collected the certificate for staff #1 and had staff # 3 complete the training. Both have certificate in their files now.”
Citation Mar 3, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Observed staff file #2, who has been employed for more than 90 days (see LIS DOH), did not contain documentation of completed professional development training listed in subsections (f)1-9.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “Staff person #2 is completing the training.”
Citation Mar 3, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED, 15 credits + 1 yr/HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(3)/3270.36(b)(5)
Observed staff file #3, did not contain documentation of 15 credit hours in a human services field. Observed staff file #4 did not contain documentation of 2 years of experience working with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “We have collected references and transcripts for both staff #3 and #4”
Citation Mar 3, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 and #2 did not contain the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2025): “We have collected the emergency release person complete addresses for child # 1 and child # 2”
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Citation Mar 3, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Observed staff file #4 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, Mar 17, 2025): “We have collect 2 references for staff person # 4 and placed them in her file.”
Citation Mar 3, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Observed staff file #3 did not contain documentation of the annual 12 clock hours of childcare training completed within the past 13 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2025): “We have collect staff person # 3 transcript, which has document training hours.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
Observed incomplete medication logs for children #1 and #4 due to the fact information regarding the type(s) of medication, dosage(s), parent's signature and date were left blank.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2024): “We have gotten the parents of children # 1 and #4 to complete the top portion of the medication log”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff persons #1, #2, and #3 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their dates of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pennsylvania Health and Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2024): “Staff person # 1, 2, and 3 have completed the Health and Safety training course and the certificate is now in their files.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iv)
The file of staff #3 lacked Mandated Reporter training completed within 90 days of their date of hire due to the fact it was dated 2-9-24 (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2024): “We now have mandated reporter training certificate in the file of staff person #3”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
8th grade + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iv)
The file of staff #3 lacked proof of education at the time of reviewing the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2024): “We have gotten proof of education in staff person #3 file”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the full address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2024): “We have collect the full address of the release person on child's # 3 emergency sheet.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The files of children #1 and #3 lacked complete documentation that the emergency contact forms and financial agreements were reviewed every 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2024): “We have had the parent review, sign and date the agreement and emergency sheet for children # 1 and 3.”
Citation Mar 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The file of staff #4 lacked the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2024): “Staff person # 4 is working on getting 5 more training hours, Once I receive the certificates I will email them to you. If not completed by March 30th she will be removed from the schedule.”
Core safety Mar 16, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff #1 had a late FBI clearance due to the fact it was dated 12-7-22 (see LIS code sheet). The file of staff #2 had a late FBI clearance due to the fact it was dated 9-23-22 (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2023): “Moving forward we will make sure we have the correct FBI certificate before starting employment with the kids.”
Citation Mar 16, 2023 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)
The file of staff #2 had a late initial health assessment due to the fact it was dated 9-23-22 with results of the tuberculin skin tests dated 9-25-22 (see LIS code sheets).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2023): “Moving forward we will make sure staff have a current health assessment before working with students. and continue to make sure staff get a heath assessment every 24 months.”
Citation Mar 16, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)
The file of staff #2, an AGS lacked documentation of education to support the position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2023): “I have since received a copy of staff person #2 high school transcripts. I have placed this in her file.”
Citation Mar 16, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff person #2 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their hire date (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety, due to the fact it was completed on 1-20-23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2023): “Staff person #2 has completed the training and I have placed it in her file.”
Core safety Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff #2, provisional hired, and who has lived outside of Pennsylvania in the last five years lacked an out of state child abuse clearance or the request prior to hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2022): “She has applied for her out of state clearance in February, however she has not received it yet. She has checked on it and it is still in the process. Until we receive it she is not working.”
Citation Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The files for Staff #3 and #4 contained Health Assessments that were conducted more than 24 months after the previous assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2022): “Staff person #3 and #4 has a health assessment that was completed.”
Citation Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file for Child #1 date of enrollment 10/29/21, lacked an initial health report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2022): “We have gotten a copy of Child #1 Health Records.”
Citation Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The file for Staff #4 lacked documentation of annual training in fire safety.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2022): “Staff person #4 has since obtained her fire safety.”
Citation Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
The file for Staff #3 lacked completion of Health and Safety Basics training before the requirement of compliance on 6/13/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2022): “Staff person # 3 has obtained his Health and Safety Basic training certificate.”
Citation Mar 1, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The file for Staff #1 lacked a written evaluation that was conducted at least every 12 months. The evaluations in the file were dated 8/24/20 and 8/23/22. The file for Staff #4 contained a written evaluation that was conducted in an interval greater than 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2022): “An evaluation has been completed on both Staff person #1 and staff person #4”

“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
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $40.00 $22.80
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $40.00 $22.80
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $40.00 $22.80

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 Jun 1, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Dec 11, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator Chambersburg Memorial YMCA
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–8:45 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 263-8508
State certificate # CER-00255934
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Common questions

Has Chambersburg YMCA at Scotland Elementary had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Mar 17, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of inspection, the file for Staff #3 contained an unacceptable format of the disclosure statement after 2/1/25, per Announcement C-25-01.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Chambersburg YMCA at Scotland Elementary?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Chambersburg YMCA at Scotland Elementary since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Chambersburg YMCA at Scotland Elementary’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Dec 11, 2019. 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 Chambersburg YMCA at Scotland Elementary compare with other daycares in Chambersburg?

It is #8 of 18 centers in Chambersburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Chambersburg YMCA at Scotland Elementary last inspected?

Mar 17, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Chambersburg YMCA at Scotland Elementary cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $40.00 for preschool, $40.00 for young school-age, $40.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Chambersburg YMCA at Scotland Elementary?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Chambersburg Memorial YMCA.

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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