Christ Church Child Care Center
Christ Church Child Care Center is a certified child care center in York, PA, with capacity for 108 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 53 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (17 of 53). 19 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #29 of 43 centers in York and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the time of inspection, it was observed that baby wipes that stated "keep out of reach of children" were accessible to children in the Pre School 3's classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that trash was in an unlined trash can in the Pre School 3 classroom and the Older Toddler classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that there wasn't a first aid kit in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of inspection, it was observed the faucet was loose and not secured in the Pre School 3 classroom. The cabinet door under the sink was not able to be closed and debris was observed under the sink.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that paint was peeling on the cabinet under the sink in the Pre School 3 classroom.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that the trash can in the Pre School 4's and 5's bathroom did not have a lid. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that the refrigerator in the infant classroom was 50° F.
Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3 and staff member 4, were updated more than 24 months from the previous health assessment.
Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 2, indicated that they had a communicable disease but did not include the conditions and the risk it might pose to others exposed.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that the written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that a daily schedule was not posted in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1, did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1, did not include a complete home address of the enrolling parent.
Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1 and child 3, did not include complete addresses for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that the emergency contact information for the children was not present in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
Documentation of the emergency contact information and agreement on file for child 2, was updated more than 6 months from the previous review date.
Documentation of the state police clearance on file for staff member 1, expired on 3/17/26. This was corrected during the inspection. Documentation of the child abuse clearance on file for staff member 1, expired on 3/30/26. Documentation of the FBI clearance on file for staff member 1, expired on 3/31/26. Documentation of the state police clearance on file for staff member 2, expired on 3/17/26. Documentation of the FBI clearance on file for staff member 2, expired on 3/30/26.
During the time of an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that outlet covers were missing in a power strip in the older toddler classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
Documentation of the fire drill log on file showed that fire drills were not being completed every 60 days. A fire drill was completed on 12/01/25 and again on 5/5/26; which is 155 days.
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Facility person #1 and #2 were caring for a group of 7 young toddler children. Staff person #1 accounted for 3 of the children in their care group, and staff person #2 accounted for 3 children in their care group. One child in the classroom was unaccounted for in care groups.
During the time of inspection, an infant was asleep in a swing. Infant was sleeping for approximately 6 minutes in the swing before the teacher was informed to move the infant into a sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics in their crib.
During the time of inspection, the infant classroom was missing 1 outlet cover. - Corrected on site During the time of inspection, the preschool classroom was missing 1 outlet cover. - Corrected on site
During the time of inspection, the older toddler classroom was missing tweezers in their first aid kit.
During the time of inspection, the cabinet under the changing table in the infant classroom was unlocked allowing plastic bags to be accessible. - Corrected on site
During the time of inspection, 2 bottles in the infant classroom were not labeled with the child's name. - Corrected on site During the time of inspection, 2 bottles in the young toddler classroom were not labeled with the child's name. - Corrected on site
Facility person #1 had an FBI clearance dated 2.17.20 and received the updated FBI clearance on 2.19.25 causing a 1-day lapse between renewing the clearance. Director stated that facility person #1 worked during this time. Facility person #2 had an NSOR clearance dated 1.30.20 and received the updated NSOR clearance on 2.26.25 causing a 26-day lapse between renewing the clearance. Director stated that facility person #2 worked during this time.
During the time of inspection, in the 2 year old classroom, diapering wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" were under the changing table accessible to children. - Corrected on site During the time of inspection, in the preschool classroom, disinfectant wipes were on the shelf accessible to children. - Corrected on site During the time of inspection, in the prekindergarten classroom, hand sanitizer was on the shelf accessible to children. - Corrected on site
During the time of inspection, the 2 year old classroom had multiple dabber dots labeled "not for children under 3 years old" accessible to children. - corrected on site
During the time of inspection, the infant classroom had a cabinet unlocked with plastic bags accessible to children. - corrected on site
Provider did not submit facility person #4 rap sheet to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning for review.
Documentation of the facilities parent letter did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. The facilities parent letter did not include a method to inform parents that emergency has ended and instructions for how to safety be reunited with their children.
Documentation shows that fire drills were not conducted every 60 days. 6/27/24 - 8/27/24
Facility person #3 has a pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on file from a course that is not approved.
Child #1 emergency contact information did not include enrolling parents work phone number.
The facility did not have documentation of an accident file.
Facility Person #1 and Facility Person #2 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Basics Training. Facility Person #1 took the training on 8/15/16 and Facility Person #2 took the training on 8/6/16. This training is acceptable from 9/30/16 through 6/30/18.
It was observed in the cafeteria that 3 outlets accessible to children did not have protective receptable covers.
It was observed in the infant classroom that a crib in use, was not labeled with the child's name.
It was observed in the infant classroom that Facility Person #1 did not wash a child's hands after diapering or before lunch time.
It was observed in the infant classroom that there were 7 unlabeled bottles used for the children in care.
It was observed in the 3-year-old classroom that 12 out of 16 emergency contact forms in the space were not updated in the previous 6-month period.
Teachers in the Young Toddler Classroom were not able to idenify children in their Primary Care Group.
Documentation was not available showing that fire drills are held every 60 days as required.
Documentation was not available to show that the fire detection system is tested every 30 days. There was also no documentation that the system was professionally tested every 30 days.
Documentation was not available for Staff #1 regarding the required 2 years' experience required to be an AGS.
Staff #1 did not have 2 written references attesting to their suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for Facility Person #1 did not include a disclosure statement. It was also observed that Facility Person #1 continued caring for children after 90 days and without FBI clearance results or NSOR verification results. The FBI results on file were not obtained until 7/29/2022 and the NSOR verification results were not received until 5/9/2022. See code sheet for hire date.
It was observed in the 3 year old classroom that the first aid kit was in an open and unlocked cabinet accessible to children.
It was observed in both the preschool and PreK classroom bathrooms that there were not handwashing signs posted at each toilet and sink.
It was observed that the refrigerator in the infant classroom had a temperature of 54° F
Facility Person #1-- has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
The file for Facility Person #1 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Facility Person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
“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) | $48.00 | $48.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $48.00 | $48.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $45.00 | $45.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $43.00 | $43.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $41.00 | $41.00 |
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 Christ Church Child Care Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 7 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 Jul 17, 2026 (background checks): “Documentation of the state police clearance on file for staff member 1, expired on 3/17/26. This was corrected during the inspection. Documentation of the child abuse clearance on file for staff member 1, expired on…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Christ Church Child Care Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Christ Church Child 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 Christ Church Child Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Sep 17, 2025. 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 Christ Church Child Care Center compare with other daycares in York?
It is #29 of 43 centers in York by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Christ Church Child Care Center last inspected?
Sep 21, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Christ Church Child Care Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $48.00 for newborn, $48.00 for infant, $45.00 for young toddler, $43.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Christ Church Child Care Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church.
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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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