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Christian Youth Ministries

450 E North St, Carlisle, PA 17013 · Cumberland County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 1

Christian Youth Ministries is a certified child care center in Carlisle, PA, with capacity for 95 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 36 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (9 of 36). 11 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #14 of 20 centers in Carlisle and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 51% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#14 of 20 centers in Carlisle
6 Core-safety citations
30 Other citations
8 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
36 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 11 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 9, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 9, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 30, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 29, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 2, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 17, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Jan 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 1, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 12, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 1, 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

Health & medication 9
Records & paperwork 8
Training & qualifications 7
Background checks 4
Building & playground safety 3
Transportation 1
Emergency preparedness 1
Supervision 1
Staff ratios 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jul 9, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Prohibition using an 11-15 passenger vans 55 Pa. Code §3270.176(f)
The facility owns two 12-passenger vans. The operator stated that they have been using the 12-passenger vans to transport school-aged children to and from school.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “The vehicles both the 12-passenger vehicles will be decommission for the use of transportation from daycare to school. Children will not be transported or the 12-passenger vans will not be used for transporting children.”
Core safety Apr 30, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The operator did not comply with the CPSL as clearances were not updated in a timely manner. This is evidenced by the child abuse clearances for staff person #4 being dated 10/20/2020 and 1/5/2026 and FBI clearances dated 11/2/2020 and 1/12/2026, which exceeded 60 months. The operator did not comply with the CPSL as clearances were not updated in a timely manner. This is evidenced by the child abuse clearances for staff person #5 being dated 3/9/2021 (expired) and FBI clearances dated 11/6/2020 and 4/21/2026, which exceeds 60 months. The operator did not comply with the CPSL as clearances were not updated in a timely manner. This is evidenced by the child abuse clearances for staff person #6 being dated 10/25/2018 and 1/29/2025, which exceeds 60 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Staff person #5 was removed from a child care position until the results of the child abuse clearance were obtained an din file at facility.”
Citation Apr 30, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The operator did not assure that staff person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) received training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis. This is evidenced by documentation of the date of the most recent training being held on 3/17/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Staff person #1 is furloughed...upon returning they will be trained on the emergency plan.”
Citation Apr 30, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The record for staff person #2 contains health assessment forms dated 1/11/2022 and 4/3/2025, which exceeds 24 months. The record for staff person #5 contains health assessment forms dated 1/18/2023 and 2/18/2025, which exceeds 24 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Current health reports are on file. A tracking system has been instituted to make sure health reports are updated every 24 months.”
Citation Apr 30, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)
The adult health assessment form for facility person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) indicates that facility person #3 has a communicable disease but does not include information describing the condition(s) and the risk it might pose to others exposed to this individual.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Staff person #3 obtained a new health assessment which indicates that they do not have a communicable disease.”
Citation Apr 30, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter does not have proof of purchase of an interconnected fire detection system which is required to be kept with the facility's fire drill logs in accordance with act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 7, 2026): “An Act 62 Attestation form was completed and will be kept with the facility's fire drill logs.”
Citation Apr 30, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
The operator did not require the parent of enrolled child #3 (date of admission see LIS code sheet) to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. This is evidenced by the initial health report being dated 4/9/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Health report obtained.”
Citation Apr 30, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility does not have a written policy to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2026): “We instituted a policy for shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment policy was reviewed with all staff. All new hires will be briefed to recognize shaken baby symptoms, stated for a distraught child and maltreatment. Policy will be at CYM an maintained to follow policy law.”
Citation Apr 30, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not participate at least annually in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. This is evidenced by the documentation of the most recent fire safety training staff person #1 participated in being dated 3/20/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Staff person #1 will complete fire safety training on the PD Registry upon returning from furlough. Will complete prior to being placed on schedule.”
Citation Apr 30, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Emergency contact information for child #1 does not include the work address of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information for child #2 does not include the work address of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Parents will update the emergency form to include the work address. Parents updated forms.”
Citation Apr 30, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Staff person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. There is documentation that staff person #1 completed 6 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Staff person #1 has been informed of what is needed and is not to report to duty until the training hours are complete.”
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Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
The health assessment on file for staff #1 did not include results of an exam as to communicable disease and an assessment that states an exam was done as to staff #1 suitability to provide care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2025): “Staff #1 will obtain a new health assessment”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Information re: medical problems 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(4)
The health assessment on file for staff person #1 does not include information of staff person #1 ability to care for children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 19, 2025): “Staff #1 will obtain a new health assessment that includes information staff is able to provide care of children.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person # 1does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 8/31/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2025): “Staff #1 will complete her pediatric first-aid.CPR Training. Staff #1 will not work alone with children.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Staff person #1 did not have a written evaluation on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2025): “The director will complete an evaluation for staff #1”
Core safety Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 does not have a DHS required FBI criminal clearance on file. Staff #2, #3 do not have on file copies for out of state criminal history clearances and child abuse clearances. Staff #2, #3 do not have on file copies of out of state criminal history clearances and child abuse clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2024): “On 7/3/24, Staff #1 was furloughed until FBI cab be obtained. Staff #2 and staff #3 were reassigned to different job duties and will not care for children until the results of the out of state clearances are received.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
Staff #1 does not have on file an initial health assessment and documentation of Mantoux test.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2024): “Staff #1 has been furloughed until physical and TB can be obtained.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff #2 does not have on file documentation of Health and Safety Training with 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2024): “Staff/Employee #2 was furloughed until Healthy and Safety can be obtained”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact information form on file for child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2024): “Parent will provide the insurance information and policy number.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)/3270.181(c)
The emergency contact information form and agreement for child #1 has not been updated since 10/24/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2024): “Parent will update the form.”
Citation Jul 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
Staff #1 does not have on file verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2024): “Staff #1 was furloughed until education is received.”
Core safety Jan 17, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
Video footage observed during complaint investigation revealed, on 1/2/24, from 9:36 to 9:55 am 2 older toddlers (age 2 yrs.), 2 preschool age children (age 3 yrs.) and 1 older school age child were unsupervised in the child care space. The children were assigned to staff #1's care group and Staff #1 left the care area where the children were located. Staff #1 and staff #2 walked through the child care space and checked on the children approx. every 2-5 minutes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2024): “Children will be supervised at all times.”
Core safety Jan 17, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
On 1/17/24 at approximately 10:25 am, staff #1 was observed caring for 11 preschool age children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2024): “Upon cite, a child was moved from the pre-k room to the 3 yrs to bring ratio into compliance.”
Core safety Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 12/1/23, Staff #1 was observed caring for children. Staff #1 did not have on file a copy of a child abuse clearance or a copy of a request for a child abuse clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “Staff person #2 was relieved of duty.”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
The lower wall to the far-right side of the door to the child care space was observed to have areas where dry wall could be seen but the area was not painted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “The wall was painted.”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
Staff #2 does not have on file an adult health assessment and a tuberculous screening results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2024): “Staff #2 was relieved of duty.”
Citation Dec 1, 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)
Facility did not test the fire detection system every 30 days as per the documentation on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “The fire detection system was tested at the time of inspection.”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff #2 did not have 2 references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2024): “Staff #2 was relieved of duty.”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Staff #1 had on file 8 clock hours of annual child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “Staff person #1 completed 4 additional hours of training.”
Citation Jan 12, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
It was observed in the infant classroom that the refrigerator had a temperature of 48 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2023): “The refrigerator temperature was turned down to maintain a temperature of 45 degrees.”
Citation Jan 12, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
The health assessments on file for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “Child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 now have completed health assessments on file that answer all required questions/assessments, including that the children are fable to participate in child care and appear to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Citation Jan 12, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for Facility Person #1 did not include a health assessment competed within 24 months of prior health assessment. The last health assessment on file was dated 11/18/2020. Facility Person #3 was observed working with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “Facility Person #1 now has an updated health assessment on file.”
Citation Jan 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The agreement on file for Child #2 did not include a parent signature.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “Child #1 agreement now has a parent signature.”
Citation Jan 12, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
It was observed in the School Age and Preschool classrooms 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 displayed conspicuously in the child care spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency is now displayed conspicuously in every child care space including the School Age and Preschool classrooms.”
Core safety Nov 1, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of facility person #1 hired 11/12/19 does not contain a completed child abuse, DHS required FBI clearance, NSOR verification, out of state clearances or a signed disclosure statement. The LE does not have an approved waiver to hire provisionally. The file does not contain copies of request(s) for the clearances/verification, and the disclosure statement required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 25, 2022): “Facility staff will obtain clearances and missing rap sheet.”
Citation Nov 1, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Facility staff #2 -does not have a signed written evaluation on file. Facility staff #3 evaluation on file exceeded a minimum of 12 months. Facility person #3 does not have a signed written evaluation on file, Facility staff #4 does not have an evaluation on file. Facility staff #8 does not have on file a signed written evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2022): “Evaluations will be completed and reciewed for facility staff persons#2,#3,#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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Jan 17, 2024 Complaint investigation
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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $62.78 $54.87
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $60.06 $49.93
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $58.39 $46.81
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $52.25 $42.94
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $43.84 $32.31
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $43.84 $32.31

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 95 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jul 31, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Aug 12, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator Juan Rivera
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 241-4296
State certificate # CER-00258738
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Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Christian Youth Ministries had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Apr 30, 2026 (background checks): “The operator did not comply with the CPSL as clearances were not updated in a timely manner. This is evidenced by the child abuse clearances for staff person #4 being dated 10/20/2020 and 1/5/2026 and FBI clearances…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Christian Youth Ministries?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Christian Youth Ministries’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Aug 12, 2024. 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 Christian Youth Ministries compare with other daycares in Carlisle?

It is #14 of 20 centers in Carlisle by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Christian Youth Ministries last inspected?

Jul 9, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Christian Youth Ministries cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $62.78 for infant, $60.06 for young toddler, $58.39 for older toddler, $52.25 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Christian Youth Ministries?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Juan Rivera.

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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