Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center · 4820 Londonderry Rd, Harrisburg
Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center is a certified child care center in Harrisburg, PA, with capacity for 120 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times. The state cited 21 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (9 of 21). 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #11 of 75 centers in Harrisburg and has fewer citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Staff person/facility person/volunteer #1 has completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet), however the mandated reporter training does not meet the minimum of three hours. Staff person #2 did not have the results of their NSOR clearance prior to caring for children in the older toddler classroom (see LIS code sheet). The NSOR clearance was not on file.
The director did not ensure that a manual test of the fire detection system was conducted within 30 days of the previous test between 03/30/2026 - 04/30/2026.
On 2/13/26, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed Staff person 1 did not have documentation of a FBI clearance on file and no provisional paperwork was available. Staff person 1 may not work in a childcare position until completed FBI clearance is on file. Staff person 2 did not have documentation of a State Police clearance on file. Staff person 2 may not work in a childcare position until completed State Police clearance is on file. CORRECTED ON SITE. Staff person 3 did not have a signed, dated disclosure statement on file. Staff person 5 had a Mandated Reporter training on file that expired on 4/10/25 that was not updated until 7/21/25. Staff person 6 had a Mandated Reporter training on file that expired on 4/10/25 that was not updated until 7/20/25. Staff person 7 had a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file that expired on 9/3/25. Staff person 7 may not work in a childcare position until and updated NSOR certificate is on file.
On 2/13/26, it was observed that the ceiling around the window in the K5 classroom was damaged from water.
On 2/13/26 it was observed that there was peeling paint around the base of the sink in the K5 classroom.
On 2/20/25, it was observed that staff person 3 had a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file that expired on 12/24/24 which had not been updated. Staff person 3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility until updated NSOR certificate is on file.
On 2/20/25, it was observed that there was damaged equipment at the facility. The counter in the Kindergarten classroom was broken on the corner. The side of the sink in the Ones classroom was peeling. CORRECTED ON SITE. The blue couch cushion in the Ones classroom was torn exposing the stuffing. CORRECTED ON SITE. The door to the sink in the Pre K 1 classroom was damaged with a hole in it. CORRECTED ON SITE.
On 2/20/25, it was observed that the medication log for child 9 did not include dates for administration. CORRECTED ON SITE.
On 2/20/25, it was observed that staff persons 1 and 2 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file.
On 2/20/25, it was observed that staff person #2 had a first aid/CPR training on file that did not state that it was a Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. The trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.
On 2/26/24, it was observed that the outlet behind the couch in the One's classroom was uncovered. CORRECTED ON SITE,
On 2/26/24, it was observed that staff person 1 had a health assessment on file that expired on 11/10/23 that was not updated until 12/13/23.
On 2/26/23, it was observed that staff person 2 had been employed longer than 90 days and did not have verification of the 10 hour health and safety training.
On 2/26/24, it was observed that staff persons 3, 4, 5, and 6 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file.
On 2/24/23, it was observed that staff person 1 had Emergency Plan Training on 2/1/22 and did not have an updated Emergency Plan Training within 12 months.
On 2/24/23, it was observed that the baseboard heater was loose, exposing the screw points in the 2's classroom.
On 2/24/23, it was observed that balloons were on the floor for the children to play with in the 1's classroom. Children in care in this classroom were under the age of 3. Balloons pose a choking hazard when deflated.
On 2/24/23 it was observed that staff person 3 had completed a 10 hour health and safety training on 9/2/22 but, did not complete the 1 hour health and safety update training as required.
On 2/24/23, it was observed that staff person had been employed longer than 90 days and did not have completed Health and Safety training on file.
On 2/16/22, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the facility. Peeling paint was observed in the One's classroom on the white part of the wall near the kitchen center. CORRECTED ON SITE. Peeling paint was observed in the K5 classroom on the blue trim around the archway to the next classroom. Peeling paint was observed in the Preschool classroom on the gray classroom doors.
On 2/16/22, it was observed that the smiley face mat in the K5 classroom was worn and had exposed stuffing.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $82.00 | $82.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $82.00 | $82.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $82.00 | $82.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $82.00 | $82.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $65.00 | $65.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $65.00 | $55.00 |
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 Hansel and Gretel Early 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 May 19, 2026 (background checks): “Staff person/facility person/volunteer #1 has completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet), however the mandated reporter training does not meet the minimum of three…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Hansel and Gretel Early 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 Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Nov 21, 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 Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center compare with other daycares in Harrisburg?
It is tied for #11 of 75 centers in Harrisburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center last inspected?
May 19, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $82.00 for newborn, $82.00 for infant, $82.00 for young toddler, $82.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Hansel And Gretel Early Learning CTR INC.
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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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