First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool
First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool is a certified child care center in Gettysburg, PA, with capacity for 48 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 16 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (6 of 16). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #2 of 9 centers in Gettysburg and has fewer citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Upon completion of staff file inspection during the annual renewal, it was observed that the files for Staff Person #1 - #6 did not contain any documentation related to the verification of childcare experience following the outset of service at the facility.
During the onsite renewal inspection, one female child from the Pre K childcare space was observed leaving the immediate childcare space and going to the restroom and then returning the childcare space without adult supervision [Primary childcare group staff person] [approx. 2-3 minutes].
Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that one ceiling tile in the Pre K childcare space was damaged [near the camera].
Upon inspection of the physical site childcare spaces, it was found that there were damaged ceiling tile[s] in the PreK area near the exit door and in the female restroom, as well as multiple damaged tiles in the Preschool area.
Upon inspection of the playground area, it was found that the mulch under the embedded equipment was no deeper that 1"-2" in depth.
Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that details on services to be provided was blank on the agreement forms of child #1 - #3, #5-#6.
Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released was blank on the agreement forms of child #1 - #3, #5-#6.
Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the services which are to be considered as extra was blank on the agreement forms of child #1 - #6.
Upon inspection of the PreK child care space, it was found that 3 tubes of sunscreen were accessible to children in lower level cubbies.
Upon inspection of the children's records, it was found that for influenza vaccinations for child #1- #3 and #5 were date 2020 - therefore exceeding the required annual administration without a written exemption on file.
Upon inspection of both the PreK and Pre-School spaces, it was found that lunch boxes with potentially perishable food brought from home were being store unrefrigerated in each child's lower level cubby,
Upon inspection of the facility fire drill logs, it was found that drills were conducted on 9.14.21, 10.15.21, 1.4.22, 3.2.22, 4.20.22 - therefore indicating that greater than 60 days had elapsed between at least two drills.
Upon inspection of the facility's fire system testing logs, it was found that the system was tested on 9.24.21, 10.15.2, 11.18.22, 12.20.21, 1.18.22, 2.16.22, 3.17.22, 4.20.22 - therefore greater than 30 days elapsed between multiple month's tests.
Upon inspection of facility person's records, it was found that facility person #1 had completed the Health and Safety training topics prior to 9.30.2016.
Upon inspection of the children's records, it was found that the child's date of admission was missing from the agreement for child #2-#6.
Upon inspection of the children's records, it was found that an original copy of the agreement was on file for child #1 - #6.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $15.69 | $10.15 |
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 First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool 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 Oct 8, 2024 (supervision): “During the onsite renewal inspection, one female child from the Pre K childcare space was observed leaving the immediate childcare space and going to the restroom and then returning the childcare space without adult…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jul 3, 2020. 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 First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool compare with other daycares in Gettysburg?
It is #2 of 9 centers in Gettysburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool last inspected?
Oct 21, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $15.69 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is First Baptist CH DBA Sonshine Christian Preschool.
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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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