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Icare Youniversity

105 Ridge Ave, York, PA 17403 · York County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Icare Youniversity is a certified child care center in York, PA, with capacity for 36 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 25 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (7 of 25). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #19 of 43 centers in York and has more citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 58% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#19 of 43 centers in York
4 Core-safety citations
21 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
25 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 14, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 14, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Apr 1, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 3, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 18, 2025 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 7
Records & paperwork 5
Health & medication 4
Training & qualifications 4
Supervision 2
Staff ratios 1
Sleep safety 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 1, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 2 was caring for three children and was not supervised from an assistant group supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2026): “Staff Member 2 was immediately brought into compliance by ensuring supervision was provided by a qualified Assistant Group Supervisor. Staff scheduling was adjusted to ensure that qualified supervisory staff are present at all times when required. Staff member no longer employed as of 4/2/26”
Citation Apr 1, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
Documentation of the TB test on file for staff member 1, was completed more than 1 year prior to the employees first day caring for children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2026): “Staff Member 1 has been instructed to obtain an updated TB test that meets the required timeframe. The updated documentation will be placed in the staff member's file upon receipt.”
Citation Apr 1, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
Documentation on file for staff member 1, did not include documentation of education and two years' experience working with children. Documentation of education was sent to certification representative on 4/7/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2026): “A review of all staff files will be conducted to ensure that documentation of education and required experience is complete and properly maintained.”
Citation Apr 1, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Aide qualifications/8th grade & enrolled in training 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)/3270.37(b)(2)
Documentation of education was not on file for staff member 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2026): “Staff was terminated on April 2, 2026”
Citation Apr 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
Documentation of a health assessment was not on file for staff member 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2026): “There was a health assessment, its in her file but staff was terminated on 4/2/26. Staff Member 2 was notified of the requirement, and a health assessment has been requested. Documentation will be obtained and placed in the staff member's file upon receipt.”
Core safety Feb 3, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 1 was caring for 5 children alone; 1 infant and 4 preschool aged children. This was corrected during the inspection
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the violation regarding mixed age grouping, the Child Care Center immediately reviewed classroom rosters, attendance records, and staff assignments to ensure compliance with staff-to-child ratios and maximum group size requirements. It was determined that when children of mixed…”
Citation Feb 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No portable space heaters 55 Pa. Code §3270.92(a)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a space heater operating in the hallway by the Director's office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the violation regarding the use of a portable space heater, the Child Care Center immediately removed the portable space heater from the classroom and from the facility premises. The heater will not be used at any time moving forward.”
Citation Feb 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
Documentation of the alarm testing log on file showed that the alarm was tested on 11/12/25 and again on 12/23/25; which is 41 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2026): “Upon notification of the violation regarding failure to manually test fire detection devices every 30 days and/or maintain written documentation with the facility's fire drill logs, the Child Care Center immediately reviewed current fire safety procedures and documentation practices. All fire…”
Citation Feb 3, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
Documentation of the first aid/CPR certificate on file for staff member 1 was dated more than 90 days from the staff members hire date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2026): “Upon notification of the violation, the Child Care Center conducted an immediate review of all staff personnel files to identify employees who had not completed required professional development within 90 days of hire. Proof of completion will be placed in the staff member's personnel file and…”
Citation Feb 3, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Documentation on file for staff member 1, included one written, nonfamily reference from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the violation regarding incomplete personnel records, the Child Care Center immediately reviewed the staff file(s) and confirmed that two written, nonfamily references were not on file as required. The identified staff member(s) have been notified, and two written, nonfamily…”
Core safety Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 1, staff member 3 and staff member 4 are qualified as aides and were observed working alone with children. This was corrected during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2025): “Staff members who are Assistant Group Supervisor qualified were moved to the classrooms to supervise the teachers that were aide qualified during the inspection. Verification of two years' experience was obtained for staff member 1, staff member 3 and staff member 4 and placed on file.”
Core safety Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Sleep safety
Prohibit items in crib 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(j)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that a pacifier that was attached to a clip with beads was in a playpen with an infant. This was corrected during the inspection
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2025): “Upon identification of the issue, the situation was corrected immediately on site. The pacifier was removed, and the staff member involved was reminded of the safe sleep and supervision policies outlined in DHS regulations and the facilitys internal procedures.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the time of inspection, it was observed that there were outlet covers missing in a power strip in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2025): “The power strip from the infant classroom was removed during the inspection.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was an unlabeled spray bottle located in the bathroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2025): “The bottle was labeled during the inspection.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the time of inspection, it was observed that wires from a swing and a tv were not secured to the wall causing a choking hazard in the infant classroom. The TV and the wires from the swing were removed during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2025): “This was addressed immediately on site during the inspection. The wire for the swing and the TV was removed during the inspection.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that paint was peeling by the TV in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2025): “The peeling paint in the infant classroom was covered during the inspection.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that playpens were not labeled for individual use in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2025): “This issue was corrected immediately on site during the inspection. Staff promptly labeled all cribs with the infants full names using durable, legible labels in accordance with DHS standards. A full review of the infant room was conducted to confirm that all sleeping spaces were properly assigned…”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
Documentation of the health assessment and TB test on file for member 4 were conducted more than one year of the staff members start date. The physical was completed on 3/31/24 and the TB test was read on 3/27/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2025): “Upon notification, the facility immediately contacted the affected staff members to schedule updated health assessments and TB tests. All required assessments and tests were completed and documentation updated on site or within the timeframe allowed by DHS.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 2, did not include an exam of communicable diseases and did not assess the staff members suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2025): “Upon identification of this issue, the facility immediately contacted the staff member and their physician to obtain the missing information needed to complete the physical form. The completed and signed physical document was received and filed in the staff members file.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that there were unlabeled bottles in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2025): “The issue was corrected immediately on site by labeling all infant bottles with the child¿s full name and date. Staff were retrained on the importance of labeling all bottles before placing them in the designated storage or feeding areas.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
Documentation of the fire alarm testing showed that the alarms were not being tested every 30 days. The alarm was tested on 4/1/25 and again on 5/7/25; which is 36 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2025): “Upon identification of the violation, the facility conducted an immediate test of the fire alarm system to ensure it was fully operational. The testing records have been updated to reflect this action.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
Documentation on file for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3 and staff member 4, did not include verification of two years' experience working with children. This was corrected on 7/14/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2025): “Verification of two years' experience working with children for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3 and staff member 4 was obtained and now on file.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1 did not include the name of the physician/medical care provider. Documentation on file for child 3, did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care. Both emergency contact forms were corrected during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2025): “The issue was corrected immediately on site. The parent was contacted, and the missing or incorrect information was updated on the form to reflect accurate emergency contact details. The file was reviewed and brought into full compliance before the conclusion of the inspection.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1, did not include a complete enrolling parents home address. documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 2 did not include enrolling parent's work phone number and the enrolling parents work address was missing for child 3. All of the emergency contact information was corrected during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2025): “The issue was corrected immediately on site. The parent was contacted, and the missing or incorrect information was updated on the form to reflect accurate emergency contact details. The file was reviewed and brought into full compliance before the conclusion of the inspection.”
Citation Jul 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that an emergency transportation plan was not posted in the infant and young toddler classrooms. This was corrected during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2025): “This issue was corrected immediately on site by posting the current emergency plan in every classroom as required. Staff were also reminded of the importance of keeping emergency plans accessible and visible at all times.”

“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) $65.00 $65.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $65.00 $65.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $55.00 $55.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $50.00 $50.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $40.00 $40.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $35.00 $35.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $35.00 $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

Capacity 36 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jul 30, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Aug 4, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Icare Youniversity
Hours Monday–Thursday 6:00 AM–6:00 AM; Friday 12:00 AM–5:30 PM; Sunday 10:00 PM–11:59 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 680-7395
State certificate # CER-00254821
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Common questions

Has Icare Youniversity had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Apr 1, 2026 (supervision): “During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 2 was caring for three children and was not supervised from an assistant group supervisor.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Icare Youniversity?

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

What is Icare Youniversity’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Aug 4, 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 Icare Youniversity compare with other daycares in York?

It is #19 of 43 centers in York by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Icare Youniversity last inspected?

Apr 14, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Icare Youniversity cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $65.00 for newborn, $65.00 for infant, $55.00 for young toddler, $50.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Icare Youniversity?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Icare Youniversity.

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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