Faith Factory Learning Center
Faith Factory Learning Center is a certified child care center in Mount Joy, PA, with capacity for 205 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 41 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (10 of 41). 13 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #96 of 144 centers in Lancaster County and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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According to the log on file at the time of inspection, more than 30 days lapsed between the following manual tests of the fire detection system: 12/5/25 and subsequently more than 30 days later on 1/8/26 1/8/26 and subsequently more than 30 days later on 2/19/26
Documentation showed late mandated reporter training for staff #4 (9/30/17 - 10/24/22), staff #5 (2/17/20-9/25/25), and staff #6 (10/10/17-10/20/22). Mandated reporter training is up-to-date and noted as late for these staff members. Documentation showed that staff #7 had a state police clearance dated 6/1/22 and a previous state police clearance dated 3/20/17, which exceeds the requirement that clearances are renewed every 60 months. Clearance is up to date but noted as late.
Office supplies that were sharp, including tacks, were observed to be stored in a drawer that was accessible to children in the Bumblebee room. Corrected on site by moving the items to a secured drawer.
Information about accommodations made for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities/chronic medical conditions during emergency events was not available in the emergency plan letter to families.
Emergency telephone numbers were not available in the Bumblebee classroom. Corrected on site by posting the emergency telephone numbers.
A patch of peeling paint was observed on the wall of the Parrot classroom. Corrected on site by covering the peeling paint.
Medication logs were not available for children #1, #2 and #3.
Documentation showed that late heath assessments for staff #3 (4/2023 - 5/2025) and Staff #8 (3/2023 - 5/2025). Heath assessments up to date, but noted as late.
Documentation showed that staff #2 had a communicable disease at the time of the physical evaluation. Evidence of an explanation of the communicable disease was not available.
Documentation showed that staff # 5 had a fire safety training dated 10/2/25 and a previous fire safety training dated 9/26/24, exceeding the requirement that fire safety training be completed within 12 months (annually). Training is noted as late.
The transportation plan was not available in the Bumblebee classroom. Corrected on site by posting the transportation plan.
Documentation that the emergency contact form had been reviewed every 6 months was not available for child #4 (9/2024 - 8/2025) and child #5 (8/2024 - 7-2025). Past review date noted as missing.
Documentation that staff #1 obtained CPR/first aid within 90 days of employment was not available. Date of CPR certification is 5/13/25. See LIS for date of hire.
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Parent letter on file did not contain with provisions for toddlers and children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.
In the lower classroom an electrical cord with exposed wires was observed to be plugged into the wall.
In room 203, the 2 year old room, a sensory bin was observed to contain pom-pom balls with a diameter less than an inch.
Health assessment for staff #6 stated that the staff was not suitable to provide child care.
Emergency plan on file did not contain accommodations for toddlers.
Staff #4 did not have record of fire safety training on file.
Staff #1 had mandated reporter training completed on 9/19/19 and updated on 10/28/24, which is greater than 60 months. Staff #2 had mandated reporter training completed on 10/2/18 and updated on 10/22/23, which is greater than 60 months.
Agreement form for child #1 was missing the fee amount.
Financial agreement for child #2, 3, and 4 were not updated within 6 months. Agreement was updated on 8/23 and again on 8/24 with no update in between.
Staff #7 was missing verification of education and experience prior to employment.
Staff #5 was missing two written, nonfamily references. Corrected on site.
Provider self reported that child #1 hid from staff #1 and staff #2 while transitioning from the playground to the fellowship hall. The child was unsupervised for approximately 3-5 minutes before another teacher found the child and returned the child to the classroom. Provider notified certification on the day of the incident.
On the outdoor, mulched Preschool playground, a picnic table was observed to be in disrepair. The bench used to sit at the table was observed to be unsecured, popping up and showing an exposed screw. Corrected on the day of inspection by removing the table from the area.
Staff person #1 had a health assessment dated 3/16/21 and updated on 4/27/23, which is greater than 24 months.
Staff number 6 did not have pediatric CPR/First Aide on file. Training was not completed within 90 days.
Staff #3 was missing a health and safety update at the time of inspection. Health and safety update was completed on 11/13/23. Staff # 4 was missing a health and safety update at the time of inspection. Health and safety update was completed on 11/13/23. Staff #5 had a 6 hour health and safety training dated 9/29/16 at the time of inspection, which is not accepted. Staff #5 obtained the 10 hour health and safety training on 11/13/23
Staff #2 did not have verification of experience on file. Staff #3 did not have verification of experience on file.
The file for staff person #8 included Clearances that were not updated within the 60 months as required by CPSL, evidenced by the following: previous State Police dated 11/29/16, previous Child Abuse dated 11/28/16, previous FBI dated 12/13/16, all 3 clearances were updated on 2/22/22.
During the renewal inspection, a hydrangea bush was observed growing on the playground, against the building. This plant is toxic to humans and animals.
During inspection, it was observed that the emergency telephone numbers were not posted in the Fellowship Hall and in the room used for the Morning 4 year old class.
The file for child #1, 2, 3, and 4 did not include updated documentation for the influenza immunization. The last record for child 1 was 11/11/19, for child 2 was 11/27/20, for child 3 was 10/11/21 and child 4 was 9/16/20.
Staff person #3, 4, 5, 7 and 9 did not complete the following required pre-service training by 4/29/22: (1) Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization) and the establishment of a grace period that allows homeless children and children in foster care to receive services under this subchapter while their families (including foster families) are taking necessary action to comply with immunization and other health and safety requirements. (2) Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and use of safe sleep practices. (3) Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent. (4) Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions. (5) Building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water and vehicular traffic. (6) Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. (7) Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility) within the meaning of those terms under section 602(a)(1) of the…
Staff #6 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 7/21/17.
The emergency contact form for child #3 did not include the phone number for child's physician.
Facility person #1 (volunteer) does not have a file.
It was observed in room 203 (2 year olds) that plastic bags were accessible to the children in the bathroom and in a bin at floor level. **COS
It was observed in the School Age room (Fellowship Hall) that the Epi Pen and Allergy Relief medication for child #1 was expired. The Epi Pen expired 4/2021 and the Allergy Relief medication expired 3/2021. **COS
It was observed during the renewal inspection that the pick up and drop off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location.
“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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $45.00 | $45.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $35.00 | $23.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $35.00 | $23.00 |
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 Faith Factory Learning Center 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 Oct 24, 2025 (background checks): “Documentation showed late mandated reporter training for staff #4 (9/30/17 - 10/24/22), staff #5 (2/17/20-9/25/25), and staff #6 (10/10/17-10/20/22). Mandated reporter training is up-to-date and noted as late for these…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Faith Factory Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Faith Factory Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Faith Factory Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Nov 30, 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 Faith Factory Learning Center compare with other daycares in Lancaster County?
It is #96 of 144 centers in Lancaster County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Faith Factory Learning Center last inspected?
Feb 24, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Faith Factory Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $45.00 for older toddler, $40.00 for preschool, $35.00 for young school-age, $35.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Faith Factory Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is ST Marks United Methodist Church.
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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