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Childcare Unlimited INC

565 S Queen St, Littlestown, PA 17340 · Adams County
Keystone STAR 1

Childcare Unlimited INC is a certified child care center in Littlestown, PA, with capacity for 84 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 30 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 30). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #10 of 17 centers in Adams County and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 60% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #10 of 17 centers in Adams County
3 Core-safety citations
27 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
30 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 12, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 12, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 12, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 10, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 12, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Sep 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Jul 26, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 11
Records & paperwork 5
Emergency preparedness 4
Food & feeding 2
Supervision 2
Training & qualifications 2
Transportation 2
Background checks 1
Health & medication 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Mar 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
It was observed in the preschool 1, preschool 2, and pre-k classrooms spray bottles containing a bleach and water solution were not labeled specifying the contents. (This was corrected on site.)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “On 3/12/2026 It was observed in the preschool 1, preschool 2, and pre-k classrooms spray bottles containing a bleach and water solution were not labeled specifying the contents. On 3/12/2026 we labeled each spray bottle with its contents with a black sharpie. Going forward each spray bottle will…”
Citation Mar 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No portable space heaters 55 Pa. Code §3270.92(a)
It was observed in the toddler classroom, a space heater was placed in the corner of the classroom. It was stated by staff that the space heater is used throughout the day to warm up the classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “Portable space heaters are not permitted. On 3/12/2026 It was observed in the toddler classroom; a space heater was placed in the corner of the classroom. It was stated by staff that the space heater is used throughout the day to warm up the classroom. On 3/12/2026 the space heater was removed, and…”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the full renewal inspection, it was observed that 1] the primary facility kitchen door was open and one of the lower accessible kitchen cabinets was unlocked and contained toxic material; 2] In the PreK childcare space, a small container of 'Bingo stamp ink' was accessible and marked 'keep out of reach of children'.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
During the full renewal inspection, it was observed that spray bottles in each of the five inspected childcare spaces contained a bleach sanitizing solution without any labeling of contents on the bottles.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and childcare spaces.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the full renewal inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit in the school-aged/PreK and the Preschool childcare spaces were missing sterile gauze pads.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
During the full renewal inspection, it was observed that the outdoor play space used for the young toddlers had multiple small pieces of mulch less than 1 inch in diameter present and child accessible on two inspection visits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1-inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
During the full renewal inspection, it was observed that the lunch boxes for the school-aged/PreK children contained items of potentially hazardous food types and were left unrefrigerated upon child arrival until the serving of a morning snack time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.”
Core safety Mar 13, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter Training [expired copy dated 1.13.20 on file]
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2025): “Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter Training [expired copy dated 1.13.20 on file This violation occurred because staff person…”
Core safety Mar 13, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff person #1 contains a FBI clearance dated 1.13.20 which is more than 60 months old AND an PA criminal clearance dated 1.10.20 which is more than 60 months old. There is no applications in the file for an updated FBI clearance or a PA criminal clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2025): “The file of staff person #1 contains a FBI clearance dated 1.13.20 which is more than 60 months old AND an PA criminal clearance dated 1.10.20 which is more than 60 months old. There are no applications in the file for an updated FBI clearance or a PA criminal clearance. This violation occurred…”
Citation Mar 13, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #2- has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2025): “Staff person #2- has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire 9/10/2024, Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. This violation occurred because staff person #2 did not complete all the necessary requirements. This was not caught by the director…”
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Citation Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan and the required letter to parents, it was found that the letter to the parents was missing information related to lock-down procedures, methods of communication and any applicable accommodations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “I updated our Emergency plan to include Lockdown procedures methods of communication and any accommodations related to emergencies.”
Citation Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Upon inspection of each of the childcare spaces, it was found that 'Waterless Skin Cleanser by Tecnu' was accessible in a child cubby [for Child #1] outside the school-aged room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “We notified the parents of their mistake in leaving toxic materials in their child's cubby and sent the product home with them.”
Citation Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Upon inspection of each of the childcare spaces in the facility, it was found that ceiling tiles were damaged in the following spaces: School aged [1 broken] and Pre- K 2 [water damaged].
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “The actual leak in the roof was fixed well before the inspection. The ceiling tiles were updated to get rid of the water stain from the leak.”
Citation Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
Upon inspection of the outdoor playground equipment, it was determined that the mulch surrounding the large climbing equipment was 1"- 2" in depth.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “I installed playground boards around the playground equipment in question and filled area over 9 inches deep with playground mulch.”
Citation Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
Upon inspection of the required documentation of the facility, it was found that the operator had not notified local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility within the past year
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “I took our program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes to our local and state police to obtain signatures and deliver a copy of our plan to them.”
Citation Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
Upon inspection of each of the childcare spaces in the facility, it was found that a written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play was not posted in the Preschool space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “I printed off our daily plan of activities and posted it in the room.”
Citation Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Upon inspection of the children's records, it was found that the developmental reports for Child #2 were dated 8.8.23/5.8.24 [9 months]; for Child #3 8.1.23/5.8.24 [9 months]; and for Child #4 8.1.23/5.8.24 [9 months].
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “A service report was completed on child #2 and #3, #4 just not in a 6 month time frame.”
Citation Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
Upon inspection of each of the childcare spaces in the facility, it was found that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in any of the spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “I included the means of transporting a child during an emergency to our attachment 11 in each classroom.”
Citation Sep 10, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency master file updated 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(e)
Upon inspection of each of the childcare spaces, it was found that the child emergency contact information sheets for multiple children were out of date and did not match master file updated information in the following spaces: Young Toddler, Pre-K 1 and Pre-K 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2024): “I made sure our master emergency binder and each room's emergency file matched.”
Citation Sep 12, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan, it was found that the plan did not include details pertaining to continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Our plan pertaining to continuity of operations is to close the center. If any natural disaster or operating disturbance that effects business as usually will result in us closing the center until the issue is resolved. This has been added to our emergency plan as required.”
Citation Sep 12, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)
Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that child #1 had no influenza vaccination or exemption on file; child #4 had no influenza or Hepatitis A vaccination or exemption on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “I had parents of child number 1 and 4 complete an exemption for the vaccinations their child did not have and placed into the children's files as required.”
Citation Sep 12, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Upon inspection of the facility fire safety logs, it was found that tests were conducted on the following dates, which exceeded the maximum of 30 days between tests: 2.11.22; 10.14.22; 2.28.23; 7.11.23;
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “I will conduct a manual fire detection test every 30 days. Last tested was 10/6/2023. See attached.”
Citation Sep 12, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
Upon inspection of the facility records, it was found that the operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility within the past year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “I went to my local traffic authority on 9/19/2023 and delivered the required written document and had the state police sign receipt of our traffic safety routes. Emailed on 9/19/2023”
Citation Sep 12, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 11.9.15. Staff person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 11.10.15. Staff person #3 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 11.6.15.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Each staff person in violation of not updating their mandated reporter training has retaken the course and certifications have been emailed to DHS and placed into the employee's files.”
Citation Sep 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Upon inspection of staff personnel records, it was found that staff person #2 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Staff number 2 received a written reference from a nonfamily member on 9/27/2023 which were placed into the employee's file.”
Citation Sep 14, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
Upon inspection of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that all packed lunches containing potentially perishable food items were being stored in unrefrigerated cubbies in the PreK and two Older Toddler childcare spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2022): “All perishable food will be placed into a fridge per 55 PA CODE CHAPTER: 3270.161(d).”
Citation Sep 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Upon inspection of the facility logs for the previous year, it was found that the required emergency drill was not conducted in 2021 or to date in 2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.”
Citation Sep 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
Upon inspection of the facility fire drill logs, lapses in the required 60 day minimum drill requirement were found on 11.8.21-1.10.22 AND 7.8.22-9.9.22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Fire alarm drills will occur with in a 60 day period as per 55 PA CODE CHAPTER: 3270.95(a).”
Citation Sep 14, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
Upon inspection of the facility fire testing logs, it was found that there was a lapse in the required 30 day minimum for testing on 12.2.21-1.3.22 AND 8.3.22-9.4.22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2022): “Fire alarm inspections/testing will occur with in a 30 day period as per 55 PA CODE CHAPTER: 3270.95(a).”
Core safety Jul 26, 2022 Other state visit Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #1 - #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 - #5 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Approved pediatric first aid/CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 24, 2022): “Provider immediately schedule the approved training course for all staff, who did complete course.”

“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
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $42.00 $42.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $42.00 $42.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $38.00 $38.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $31.00 $31.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $31.00 $31.00

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 84 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Dec 10, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jan 13, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Childcare Unlimited INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 359-0153
State certificate # CER-00246389
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Common questions

Has Childcare Unlimited INC 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 13, 2025 (supervision): “Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter Training…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Childcare Unlimited INC?

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

What is Childcare Unlimited INC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jan 13, 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 Childcare Unlimited INC compare with other daycares in Adams County?

It is tied for #10 of 17 centers in Adams County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Childcare Unlimited INC last inspected?

Mar 12, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Childcare Unlimited INC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $42.00 for young toddler, $42.00 for older toddler, $38.00 for preschool, $31.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Childcare Unlimited INC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Childcare Unlimited INC.

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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