Good Shepherd Day Care is a certified child care center in Glen Rock, PA, with capacity for 107 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 19 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (9 of 19). 7 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #50 of 105 centers in York County and has fewer citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the time of inspection, it was observed that a first aid kit was accessible to child on the toddler playground. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that the baseboard in the young toddler classroom was coming off the wall. This was corrected during the inspection.
Prescription medication at the facility for child 1, did not include written instructions provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine or the label of a medication container identifying the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended
Documentation of a medication log was not on file for prescription medication for child 1.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that the safe routes were not posted in a conspicuous location at the child care facility. This was corrected during the inspection.
Documentation of the fire alarm testing showed that the alarm was not being tested every 30 days. The alarm was tested on 6/19/26 and again on 7/20/26; which is 31 days. 7/20/26 and again on 8/21/26; which is 32 days.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the school age space. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of inspection, 1 ceiling tile in the hallway outside of the kitchen was showing visible water damage.
Child #1 and #2 did not have a parent signature or date on their emergency contact forms.
Documentation on file for facility person #1 did not include an updated DHS FBI clearance. The DHS FBI clearance expired on 5.18.2025. Documentation on file for facility person #2 and facility person #3 did not include a disclosure statement. - corrected on site
Documentation shows that fire drills were not conducted every 60 days. 2.5.24 - 4.15.24 (70 days) 6.13.24 - 8.16.24 (64 days)
Documentation shows that the fire detection system was not tested every 30 days. 5.13.24 - 6.13.24 (31 days) 7.10.24 - 8.16.24 (37 days)
Facility Person #1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Basics Training. Facility Person #1 took the training on 9/25/16. This training is acceptable from 9/30/16 through 6/30/18.
On 10/11/23, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff persons did not updated their clearances every 60 months. Staff person 1 had a state police clearance on file that expired on 9/11/23 that was not updated until 9/29/23. Staff person 1 had a child abuse clearance on file that expired on 9/21/23 that was not updated until 10/2/23. Staff person 2 had a state police clearance on file that expired on 10/21/22 that was not updated until 9/12/23. Staff person 2 had a child abuse clearance on file that expired on 10/26/22 that was not updated until 9/18/23. Clearances/provisional paperwork was not complete at time of hire. Staff person 3 had a state police clearance on file dated 2/10/23 which was after their start date. Staff person 3 had a FBI provisional paperwork dated 2/15/23 and a clearance dated 2/16/23 which was after their start date. Staff person 3 had a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) provisional paperwork dated 2/10/23 which was after their start date.
On 10/11/23, it was observed that furniture at the facility needed repairs. The black shelf in the Preschool 2 classroom had a broken corner. CORRECTED ON SITE. The white table in the dining room had peeling paint on the legs.
On 10/11/23, it was observed that staff person 3 had a physical and TB test on file dated 3/9/23 which was after their start date.
On 10/11/23, it was observed that the fire detections system would not produce audible noise when set off. CORRECTED ON SITE.
It was observed at the time of inspection the plastic wheels on a plastic grocery cart on the outdoor play area were cracked creating sharp edges and pinch points. The corner of a nap cot was cracked. The handle on a bathroom door was broken.
It was observed at the time of inspection that the fire detection system was .not being tested every 30 days.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $52.40 | $52.40 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $48.00 | $48.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $45.60 | $45.60 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $39.40 | $39.40 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $38.00 | $24.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $38.00 | $24.00 |
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 Good Shepherd Day Care 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 Jun 12, 2025 (background checks): “Documentation on file for facility person #1 did not include an updated DHS FBI clearance. The DHS FBI clearance expired on 5.18.2025. Documentation on file for facility person #2 and facility person #3 did not include…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Good Shepherd Day Care?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Good Shepherd Day Care since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Good Shepherd Day Care’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Dec 13, 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 Good Shepherd Day Care compare with other daycares in York County?
It is #50 of 105 centers in York County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Good Shepherd Day Care last inspected?
Sep 15, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Good Shepherd Day Care cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $52.40 for infant, $48.00 for young toddler, $45.60 for older toddler, $39.40 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Good Shepherd Day Care?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Immanuel United Methodist Church.
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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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