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Each Child Matters LLC

117 W Keller St, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 · Cumberland County
Keystone STAR 2

Each Child Matters LLC is a certified child care center in Mechanicsburg, PA, with capacity for 81 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 24 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for emergency preparedness (7 of 24). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #25 of 29 centers in Mechanicsburg and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 57% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#25 of 29 centers in Mechanicsburg
2 Core-safety citations
22 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
24 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 26, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 26, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 27, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 10, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 11, 2022 · Inspection · no citation Feb 8, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Emergency preparedness 7
Building & playground safety 4
Records & paperwork 4
Health & medication 3
Background checks 2
Food & feeding 2
Training & qualifications 2

Citations, newest first

Citation Aug 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 8/26/26, it was observed that the base of the doors in the Preschool classroom had splintering wood.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “The doors in the preschool room have been covered with plywood that was sanded and made rounded corners. Pictures of doors were sent to DHS.”
Citation Aug 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)
On 8/26/26, it was observed that the parent handbook did not include a supervision policy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “The supervision policy has been included in Each Child's handbook.”
Citation Aug 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
In the upstairs School Age Classroom Cert Rep observed the electrical outlets did not have any protective receptable covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “Protective receptable covers shall be placed in electrical outlets in the upstairs classroom.”
Citation Aug 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the upstairs School Age Room, several of the window-sills were covered with dust. In the Outdoor Play Area, Cert Rep observed three large pinkish plastic toy bins which contained several inches of sitting water.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “Dust on the Upstairs Room window sill was cleaned. Three large pink contains in the playground were removed.”
Citation Aug 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)
In the Older Toddler Room, Cert Rep observed there was no source of running water near the toddler diapering area or in the Older Toddler Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “A source of running water in the older Toddler Room was ordered Sept. 18, 2025 It will be emptied every day.”
Citation Aug 19, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(b)
Operator was unable to provide verification that Emergency Drills are being completed on an annual basis. Operator was unable to provide verification that Emergency Plans are being reviewed on an annual basis.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “Each Child Matters shall conduct Emergency Drills annually and document them. I will then update the emergency plan + keep it on site. Operator will review the Emergency Plan annually.”
Citation Aug 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Building Codes 55 Pa. Code §3270.15(b)
Operator was unable to provide a copy of the current Certificate of Occupancy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “The current Certificate of Occupancy was sent to DHS on 9-3-25.”
Core safety Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
Staff #1 did not have documentation of the DHS FBI clearance in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2024): “Staff #1 shall provide documentation of FBI clearance by 9/29/24”
Citation Aug 27, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Wholesome 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(a)
The milk stored in the 1-2-year-old classroom refrigerator was expired as of 8/26/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2024): “Staff shall check food, drink for expiration dates. Expired food, drink shall be disposed of immediately.”
Core safety Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The file for Staff Person #4 did not include NSOR clearance results within the 45-day provisional hire period. The file for Facility Person #5 did not include NSOR clearance results within the 45-day provisional time period from the date she started volunteering at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Staff 4 submitted the NSOR clearance request and is not working at the facility until the clearance results have been received. Facility Person 5 is no longer volunteering at the facility.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The Emergency Plan and Parent Letter about the Emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “The Emergency Plan and Parent Letter will be updated to include our plan for continuity of care. The letter will be given to families at the time of enrollment and any time there are changes/updates.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
The Emergency Plan and Parent Letter about the Emergency plan did not include a method to contact parents when an emergency arises and how to inform parents that the emergency has ended and how to reunite with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “The Emergency plan and parent letter will be updated to include a method to contact parents when there is an emergency and also how to inform them that the emergency has ended and how to reunite with their children.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
The Emergency Plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “The Emergency Plan will be posted for the parents, at a conspicuous location after all updates are added.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The file for Child #3 contained a current health report, dated 12/9/22, however there was no health report in the file prior to this date to indicate that one had been done 12 months prior.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “The parent of child 3 will provide a health report dated prior to 12/9/22, to show that one had been completed 12 months prior.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
The files for Children #1 and #2 did not include documentation of the influenza vaccine administered in the past year. The last one documented for Child #1 was dated 11/17/21. The last one documented for Child #2 was dated 9/21/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “The parents of Child 1 and 2 will provide documentation of the flu vaccine administered in the past year, or provide an acceptable exemption statement from the doctor (for medical reason) or from the parent (for religious beliefs or strong personal objection).”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
The Volunteer File for Facility Person #5 did not include a health assessment and TB test results, conducted within 12 months prior to volunteering at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2023): “Facility Person 5 is no longer volunteering at the facility.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
A bottle in the Infant Room refrigerator was not labeled with the child's name (corrected during inspection).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2023): “A staff person labeled the bottle with the child's name during the inspection.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The Emergency Plan and Parent Letter about the Emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “The Emergency Plan and Parent Letter will be updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
The Emergency Plan and Parent Letter about the Emergency plan did not include lockdown procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “The Emergency Plan and Parent Letter will include our lockdown procedures. The letter will be given to families at the time of enrollment and any time there are changes/updates.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
There was documentation showing that the updated emergency plan had been sent to the local municipality or to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “The updated Emergency Plan will be sent to the local municipality and county EMA offices and the Delivery Form will be filled out showing when and how it was sent to both offices.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff Person #3 has not completed the required health and safety training (original 6-hr training if done between 9/30/16 - 6/30/18, or the 10-hr training) within 90 days of their date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Staff 3 completed the original health and safety training on 10/13/16 and proof of the completed training is now in the staff person's file.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
There were no written evaluations conducted in the past 12 months, in the files for Staff Persons #1, #2 or #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “I will conduct evaluations for staff 1, 2 and 3 by 10/1/23.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
The staff file for Staff Person #4 did not include proof of education (high school diploma to be an Aide) or childcare experience (needed to be an AGS).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Staff person 4 will provide proof of high school graduation from the charter school (or a transcript from HACC) and will provide documentation of any childcare experience with non-relative children to determine if she can work as an AGS or Aide.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The Volunteer File for Facility Person #5 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, Sep 18, 2023): “Facility person 5 is no longer volunteering at the facility.”

“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 81 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Oct 15, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Nov 2, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Each Child Matters LLC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00261204
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Common questions

Has Each Child Matters LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Aug 27, 2024 (background checks): “Staff #1 did not have documentation of the DHS FBI clearance in their file.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Each Child Matters LLC?

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

What is Each Child Matters LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Nov 2, 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 Each Child Matters LLC compare with other daycares in Mechanicsburg?

It is #25 of 29 centers in Mechanicsburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Each Child Matters LLC last inspected?

Aug 26, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Each Child Matters LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Each Child Matters 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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