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Harrisburg Area YMCA/West Shore YMCA

410 Fallowfield Rd, Camp Hill, PA 17011 · Cumberland County
Keystone STAR 2

Harrisburg Area YMCA/West Shore YMCA is a certified child care center in Camp Hill, PA, with capacity for 40 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 24 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 24). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 21 centers in Camp Hill and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 50% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#8 of 21 centers in Camp Hill
3 Core-safety citations
21 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
24 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 3, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 9, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citation Oct 3, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 23, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 18, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 31, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Apr 4, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 24, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 9
Records & paperwork 4
Health & medication 4
Emergency preparedness 3
Background checks 2
Supervision 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 3, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of the inspection, not all children were assigned to a staff member in a primary care group. This was corrected on site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2025): “Children will be splits into groups based on the staff who are present in the program at the given time, and then split up further once more staff enter the program space.”
Citation Oct 3, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Documentation shows that the fire detection system was not tested every 30 days. 6/3/25- 7/7/25 (34 days); 8/7/25- 9/10/25 (34 days)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2025): “Fire drill detection system will be tested more consistently on or around the same day each month. If the date exceed 30 days, the testing will be done prior to that 30 day limit to ensure compliance.”
Citation Oct 3, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(d)
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact forms were not in the vehicle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2025): “The list of emergency contact sheets has been copied and placed on the bus.”
Citation Oct 3, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)
Staff person #1 had evidence that they completed the 10-hour health and safety training on file but did not have evidence of completing the 1-hour update on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2025): “Staff person #1 has completed the 1-hour PA health and safety update.”
Citation Oct 23, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
It was observed at the time of inspection a bottle of liquid white out was accessible to children. (corrected at inspection)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2024): “White out was locked in the cabinet with other hazardous materials, out of reach for the children in our care.”
Citation Oct 23, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
It was observed at the time of inspection the first aid kit was on the floor accessible to children.(corrected at inspection)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2024): “Medical bag was locked in a cabinet above the hand washing sink, inaccessible to children.”
Citation Oct 23, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.183(a)
It was observed at the time of inspection the children's files were being stored in the classroom in a cabinet that did not lock. (corrected at inspection)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2024): “Children's files were relocated to a locked file bin.”
Citation Jul 18, 2024 Other state visit Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
It was observed at the time of inspection child #1's medication log was not signed providing written consent for administration of their albuterol inhaler.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2024): “Kenji's medication log was signed the day of the inspection”
Citation Jul 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
It was observed at the time of inspection that child #1's medication log was not signed providing written consent for administration of their albuterol inhaler.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2024): “Kenji's medication log was signed the day of the inspection.”
Citation Jun 21, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
It was observed at the time of inspection the last fire drill was documented on 4-2-24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2024): “Fire drill was conducted with fire drill documentation page on 5/13/2024, but was not added to the posted fire drill log. Fire drill has been added accordingly to the posted log.”
Citation Jun 21, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
It was observed at the time of inspection the last documented fire safety system test was performed on 4-2-24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2024): “Fire drill alarm test was conducted on 5/31/2024 and was not logged on the written log. Fire drill alarm test has been added accordingly to the written log.”
Core safety Oct 31, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
It was observed at the time of inspection facility person #1 did not have a completed Child Abuse Registry Clearance, FBI Criminal History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance and National Sex Offender Registry Clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2023): “Staff person #1 received their state police clearance on 11-6-23, child abuse clearance on 11-6-23, submitted their NSOR on 11-1-23 and scheduled their FBI Fingerprinting for 11-9-23.”
Citation Oct 31, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
It was observed at the time of inspection facility person#1 did not have emergency plan training within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2023): “When it was noticed staff person #1 did not receive emergency plan training, training was given and signed off.”
Citation Oct 31, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
It was observed at the time of inspection an electrical outlet in the Kids in Motion classroom did not have a protective receptacle cover. Corrected at inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “A protective receptacle cover was placed in the electrical outlet.”
Citation Oct 31, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
It was observed at the time of inspection a toilet in the school-age annex building was not working.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2023): “Maintenance had been made aware the toilet was not working and fixed it the same day.”
Citation Oct 31, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
It was observed at the time of inspection the vinyl couch cushion in the Kids in Motion classroom was ripped at the corners and the foam was exposed. Corrected at inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “The holes were taped at the time of inspection.”
Citation Oct 31, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
It was observed that facility person #1's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2023): “References were obtained for staff #1.”
Core safety Apr 4, 2023 Other state visit Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
It was observed at the time of inspection there were no dates on staff #1, #2, #3 and #4's National Sex Offender Registry Clearances. In the date section there were random numbers that did not indicate the "status date".
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2023): “Staff members 1-4 were contacted about their incorrect NSOR showing the date versus an 5-digit code. Staff member 3-4 already had a corrected NSOR in their possession. Staff member 1 and 2 contacted the phone number on the NSOR form to have their corrected NSOR sent to them. Staff member #1…”
Citation Oct 24, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
It was observed at the time of inspection that a swifter wet jet and the cleaning solution was in an unlocked cabinet in the kindergarten classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “The swiffer wet jet and cleaning solution was removed from the KINDERGARTEN and placed in the locked hallway housekeeping closet outside of the classroom”
Citation Oct 24, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
It was observed at the time of inspection the molding in the pre-school bathroom was peeling away from the wall. Paint and drywall was peeling in the kindergarten bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 7, 2022): “All cleaning materials will be kept outside the classroom space in our locked housekeeping closet so children will not have access to them.”
Citation Oct 24, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Acute or chronic health problem 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(4)
It was observed at the time of inspection child #2 did not have recommendations for treatment services or an action plan for his asthma and inhaler.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “Parents for child #2 were notified and the action plan was provided by the parent for the child's inhaler. Child #2's last name is Greene.”
Citation Oct 24, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log/Name of medication 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)/3270.133(7)(i)
It was observed at the time of inspection child #1's record did not have a medication log established for each specific medication.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “New mediation logs were completed and signed by the parent, separate log for each medication. A copy for the updated logs are included in this response.”
Citation Oct 24, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
It was observed at the time of inspection an emergency drill was conducted annually, documented and on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “An emergency plan drill was conducted at West Shore Y on April 21, 2022, but the documentation was placed with the originals in our Child Care Office and at the end of the 21/22 school year was placed in storage. Once asked, the documentation was taken out of storage and placed in the fire drill…”
Citation Oct 24, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
It was observed at the time of inspection the facility did not have a continuity of care plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “The continuity of care plan was created on 10/24/2022 at the direction of another DHS inspector and all paperwork was updated to reflect that plan. A copy of the plan in included in the response.”

“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
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $67.00 $44.75

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

Capacity 40 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 10, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Jun 17, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Harrisburg Area YMCA
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–12:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 737-9622
State certificate # CER-00245703
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Common questions

Has Harrisburg Area YMCA/West Shore YMCA 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 3, 2025 (supervision): “At the time of the inspection, not all children were assigned to a staff member in a primary care group. This was corrected on site.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Harrisburg Area YMCA/West Shore YMCA?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Harrisburg Area YMCA/West Shore YMCA since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Harrisburg Area YMCA/West Shore YMCA’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Jun 17, 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 Harrisburg Area YMCA/West Shore YMCA compare with other daycares in Camp Hill?

It is #8 of 21 centers in Camp Hill by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Harrisburg Area YMCA/West Shore YMCA last inspected?

Oct 3, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Harrisburg Area YMCA/West Shore YMCA cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $67.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Harrisburg Area YMCA/West Shore YMCA?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Harrisburg Area YMCA.

Certified centers nearby

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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