GPG Learning Academy LLC
GPG Learning Academy LLC is a certified child care center in Gettysburg, PA, with capacity for 117 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 23 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (8 of 23). 20 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 9 centers in Gettysburg and has more citations per inspection than 79% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The individual file for staff person #9 did not include the proper State Police Clearance. The State Police Clearance for staff person #9 was for the purpose of a volunteer.
The facility's emergency plan does not include a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
It was observed in classroom #5, hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children" was placed on a ledge and accessible to children. It was observed in classroom #6, sunscreen and Anti-Bug Balm both labeled "keep out of reach of children" were stored in a child's backpack in a cubby accessible to children.
It was observed in classrooms #1, #4, #5, and #7, Magic Erasers were not stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content.
It was observed in classroom #5, a foam nap mat that was torn and had exposed foam around the edges being used for diaper changing and not in good repair.
It was observed in classrooms #5, #6, and #7 that there were no visual strip or other visual identification placed on glass located in the child care spaces.
It was observed in classroom#6 that there were not a variety of books to promote the children's developmental needs and individual interests. There is also not enough books to prevent long waits for use.
It was observed in classroom #8, that a thermometer was not placed in the refrigerator used to store infant bottles and potentially hazardous foods.
It was observed in classroom 5, a staff member's purse sitting on a chair accessible to children contained Ibuprofen, Icy Hot, and Pepto. (This was corrected at the time of inspection)
A medication log for child #9 has not been established by the operator for a prescription medication.
It was observed in classroom #5 and classroom #8, lunch boxes containing perishable food items were not refrigerated by the facility.
Operability of the fire detection devices were not tested every 30 days. Testing was documented to have lapsed 3/19/26-5/15/26, 5/15/26-6/29/26, and 7/29/26-8/20/26.
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid and CPR). Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (health and safety trainings).
The provider has not completed the Department's approved child service report to provide information to the families about the child's growth and development for children #2, #5, #6 and #7.
The agreements for children #1, #2, #3, and #4 do not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
It was observed in classroom #5 that emergency contact information was not present for child #8.
Individual staff files for staff persons #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7 do not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The individual files for staff persons #1, #2, #3, and #6 do not include a written report of initial health assessment. The individual file for staff person #8 does not include a written report of initial health assessment including the results of initial tuberculin skin test, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Upon inspection of the facility emergency plans, it was found that general details regarding the lock-down procedures to be used AND any general procedures for accommodations were not included in the letter.
Upon inspection of the facility emergency plans, it was found that multiple children in care had medication present, but the written emergency plan did not specifically address those children's medications within the accommodations.
Upon review of the facility emergency plan documents during the initial inspection, it was found that a plan for the 'Continuity of Care/Operations' was not present.
Upon inspection of each childcare space, it was found that the windows in Classroom #7 were above ground and did not have any modification/adaptions to limit opening to 6 or fewer inches.
Upon inspection of each childcare space during the initial inspection, it was observed that there were plate glass windows in Classroom #5 which had no visual strip or other visual identification in place.
“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.) | $67.00 | $67.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $56.00 | $56.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $56.00 | $56.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.00 | $56.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.00 | $35.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $45.00 | $35.00 |
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 GPG Learning Academy LLC 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 Aug 20, 2026 (background checks): “The individual file for staff person #9 did not include the proper State Police Clearance. The State Police Clearance for staff person #9 was for the purpose of a volunteer.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about GPG Learning Academy LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at GPG Learning Academy LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is GPG Learning Academy LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Feb 12, 2026. 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 GPG Learning Academy LLC compare with other daycares in Gettysburg?
It is #8 of 9 centers in Gettysburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 79% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was GPG Learning Academy LLC last inspected?
Aug 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does GPG Learning Academy LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.00 for infant, $56.00 for young toddler, $56.00 for older toddler, $56.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs GPG Learning Academy LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is GPG Learning Academy LLC.
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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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