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Christ Cornerstone Academy LLC

179 Watson St, Steelton, PA 17113 · Dauphin County
Keystone STAR 4

Christ Cornerstone Academy LLC is a certified child care center in Steelton, PA, with capacity for 32 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 26 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (11 of 26). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #40 of 111 centers in Dauphin County and has more citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 53% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #40 of 111 centers in Dauphin County
1 Core-safety citations
25 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
26 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 12, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 12, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 30, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 29, 2024 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 11
Building & playground safety 8
Emergency preparedness 3
Health & medication 1
Transportation 1
Background checks 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
It was observed that the two return vents on the walls in the multipurpose room were covered in dust.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “The two return vents located in the multipurpose room were thoroughly cleaned and all visible dust was removed. Staff were reminded of the importance of maintaining all walls, vents, ceilings, floors, and other surfaces in a clean and sanitary condition.”
Citation Aug 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
Child #1's emergency contact form does not contain consent for swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “The child's form was reviewed and corrected to reflect "N/A" for swimming and wading.”
Citation Aug 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed the doorknob on the children's bathroom door on the left was loose.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2025): “Doorknob on the children's bathroom door on the left has been tightened”
Citation Aug 19, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The health report on file for child #1 was not updated at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. The current health report on file was dated 06/12/2025 with the previous dated 04/22/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2025): “Child #1 health report has been updated”
Citation Aug 19, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
Written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2025): “Written notification of safe routes has been posted on parent board”
Core safety May 30, 2025 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #2 did not include a signed disclosure statement at the time of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Staff #2 has now completed and signed the required disclosure statement, and it has been added to their personnel file.”
Citation May 30, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The operator did not document the date staff person #1 and #2 received emergency plan training at the time of initial hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Staff #1 and #2 have now completed emergency plan training, and the dates are documented.”
Citation May 30, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health & Safety (CCDBG) 2025 Part 1 & 2. Part 1 & 2 were completed on 05/05/2025 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 and Health & Safety (CCDBG) 2025 Part 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Staff #1 is now in compliance; documentation of completed training is on file. Staff #2 is scheduled to complete all required training by 06/15/2025. Until completion, staff #2 will be directly supervised by a qualified AGS who has completed all pre-service requirements. Staff #2 will not be left…”
Citation May 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
The parent of child #1 was not provided the original agreement at the time of enrollment. The original agreement was in the child's file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Child #1 is no longer enrolled”
Citation May 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The emergency contact information and financial agreement for child #1 were not updated when there was a change in the information. The parent did not provide an updated the phone number on the emergency contact from when the phone number changed. The financial agreement was not updated at the time there was a change in the fee amount to be charged.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Child #1 is no longer enrolled”
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Citation May 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
The facility does not maintain an accident file for copies of reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “An accident file has now been created and will store a second copy of all incident reports. Staff have been retrained on proper documentation: Original report is given to the parent on the day of the incident. Second copy is placed in the newly established accident file. Third copy is kept in the…”
Citation May 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility. The file for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience and education prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Both staff members have submitted updated documentation verifying their experience and education”
Citation May 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for staff person #1 and #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Both staff members have submitted two written, nonfamily references. These documents have been added to their personnel files.”
Citation Sep 30, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures did not include information regarding accommodations will be made for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions or a statement that emergency drills will be conducted annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2024): “Christ Cornerstone has provided a new letter explaining the emergency procedures including information regarding accommodations for infants', toddlers, and children with disabilities and a statement that emergency drills will be conducted annually.”
Citation Sep 30, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed bolts in the corners of the fence surrounding the front playground and on the gates which protrude into the playground creating a hazard. Observed the bottom of the chain link fence surrounding the front playground which were twisted together and created sharp points. Observed sections of the chain link fence surrounding the front playground which were rusty. Observed a gap between the concrete and the black mats on the front playground which created a trip hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2024): “The outdoor play area will be closed until the property manager completes all necessary hazard repairs, which are scheduled for completion by next spring. To ensure safety, the director will secure the area with a padlock to prevent access by children and staff.”
Citation Sep 30, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No styrofoam 55 Pa. Code §3270.108(c)
Observed lunch being served to the children on Styrofoam plates.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2024): “Provider will use dish washer safe plastic cups and plates”
Citation Sep 30, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The agreement form for child #1, #2 and #3 was not signed by the operator. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2024): “Provider has signed agreement forms for child 1,2,3.”
Citation Sep 30, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)
The agreement for child #1 and #3 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. The agreement for child #2 and #3 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2024): “The agreement for child 1,3 states specified fee amount. The specified date in which the fee is to be paid has been added to the agreement for child 2,3”
Citation Sep 30, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The agreement for child #1 did not include the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2024): “The agreement for child 1 has specified designated person to whom child may be released”
Citation Sep 30, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The agreement for child #1, #2 and #3 did not specify the date of the child's admission. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2024): “The agreements for children 1,2,3 have specified dates of each child's admission”
Citation Sep 30, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2024): “A work telephone number has been added to the emergency contact for child#2”
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
The emergency plan did not include a Continuity of Operation plan. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “The facility will be operated in conformity with code 3270.14 and will follow the continuity of operation plan when necessary. A continuity of operation plan has been added to the emergency plan.”
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(d)
The windows located in classroom are above the ground floor and were not limited to opening 6 or fewer inches. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2024): “The mechanism that allows the window to open has been removed. The windows no longer have the capability to open.”
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed bolts in the corners of the fence surrounding the playground and on the gates which protrude into the playground creating a hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2024): “Bolts in the corners of the fence surrounding the play area on gates which created a hazard have been capped.”
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed the basketball posts in the outdoor play space did not include safety padding. Observed cracks on the play equipment on the upper playground structure: the yellow side panels on the steps were cracked and the base of the yellow platform supporting the steps were cracked.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2024): “Basketball court posts have been secured with safety padding. Playground area where cracks were observed will remain closed and will not be in use by the facility.”
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
Observed less than 9" of loose-fill mulch used as protective surface covering surrounding the embedded equipment on the upper and lower playgrounds which does not meet the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Upper and lower playgrounds with embedded equipment will not be in use by facility at any time.”

“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.

About this center

Capacity 32 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Nov 18, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Jul 8, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Christ Cornerstone Academy LLC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00245195
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Common questions

Has Christ Cornerstone Academy LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 May 30, 2025 (background checks): “The file for staff person #2 did not include a signed disclosure statement at the time of hire (see LIS code sheet).” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Christ Cornerstone Academy LLC?

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

What is Christ Cornerstone Academy LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Jul 8, 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 Christ Cornerstone Academy LLC compare with other daycares in Dauphin County?

It is tied for #40 of 111 centers in Dauphin County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Christ Cornerstone Academy LLC last inspected?

Aug 12, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Christ Cornerstone Academy LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Christ Cornerstone Academy LLC.

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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