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KCE Champions LLC Steelton Highspire Elem School

250 Reynders St, Harrisburg, PA 17113 · Dauphin County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

KCE Champions LLC Steelton Highspire Elem School is a certified child care center in Harrisburg, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 48 violations, 8 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (21 of 48). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #31 of 75 centers in Harrisburg and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 63% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #31 of 75 centers in Harrisburg
8 Core-safety citations
40 Other citations
8 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
48 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 12, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 12, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 3, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Sep 26, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 14, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 31, 2024 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 21
Emergency preparedness 7
Background checks 5
Health & medication 5
Training & qualifications 4
Supervision 3
Transportation 1
Building & playground safety 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
Following the outset of employment, the file for staff person #1 did not include the final results of the criminal history clearance, the file included a copy of the request for the criminal history record dated 06/12/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2026): “Facility will maintain staff data sheets ensuring staff files are complete before staff start on site at facility. Facility person #1's file completed on 12/14/2025 and information added to staff data sheets and staff files. Staff person #1 was removed from a child care position until the criminal…”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
The operator did not review the emergency plan within 12 months; the emergency plan was initially written in 08/2024 and did not have documentation in writing of a subsequent review and update of the emergency plan on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2026): “The emergency plan is being documented in writing, reviewed, marked no changes (if applicable) and signed and dated. Any changes in emergency plan will immediately be sent to local and count safety representatives. Emergency plan was updated 01/08/2026.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
The operator did not have a copy of the emergency plan posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2026): “Facility will post/keep copy of emergency plan in conspicuous location at facility.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures was unable to be located, the information regarding the emergency plan information listed in the parent handbook did not include complete information as required in 3270.27(a). The following information was missing, Shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises. Evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. Accommodations will be made for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions or a statement that emergency drills will be conducted annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2026): “Facility will provide parents of each enrolled child a letter explaining emergency procedures and a letter explaining updates to plan. Recent letter to families with this information dated 01/08/2026.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
An annual emergency drill was not conducted within the past 12 months. The facility opened in 08/2024 and does not have documentation of an emergency drill on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2026): “Documentation of annual emergency drills placed in emergency plan binder on file at facility. Emergency plan conducted on 01/08/2026. Documented and placed in emergency plan binder.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
The operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. A letter was last sent on 08/02/2024 with no subsequent letter sent after this date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2026): “Facility will notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of facility. Letter sent to local traffic authority including police départements in Steelton.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
The facility did not have a current copy of the liability insurance policy on file at the facility; the copy of file was dated 12/01/2024 - 12/01/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2026): “Current copy of liability insurance policy (dated 12/01/2025 -12/01/2026) posted in emergency plan binder.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
A written plan of daily activities was not posted in the gymnasium, Computer Lab or Room 133.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2026): “Facility will maintain a binder with daily activities for staff to transport to areas where children are receiving care. Written plans will be posted in group spaces. Plans posted in Champions areas starting 01/08/2026 with support of school.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in the cafeteria, gymnasium, computer lab, or Room 133 while children were receiving care in each space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2026): “Facility will display written plan identifying transporting a child to emergency care conspicuously in every child care space. Plans posted with support of school 01/108/2026. Plans also available in binder for staff to transport as needed.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The facility did not have a copy of the current provisional certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parent. The certificate of compliance posted was dated 02/12/2025 - 08/12/2025. Instructions for contacting the Central Regional Child Care Office was not posted with the certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2026): “The updated certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents (dated 08/11/2025 - 02/11/2026). Instructions for contacting the Central Regional Child Care office posted with certificate of compliance and provided for families.”
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Citation Sep 26, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
Complete emergency contact information was not present in the child care space for the children receiving care in the space. A spreadsheet which included the child's name, address, date of birth, parent's name address and telephone number and the Emergency Contact individuals' names, addresses, and phone numbers was present in lieu of copies of the complete Emergency Contact information for each child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2025): “Provider made copies of the emergency contact forms and made sure they were complete and placed in the go bag.”
Core safety Jul 9, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
Staff person #1 and #2 were observed caring for a mixed group of 17 younger and older school age children. Staff person #1 and #2 were not assigned the responsibility of caring for the supervision of specific children. Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from inspection(s) of 12/09/2024. Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 02/28/2025 stated, "Primary care groups will be posted in the work space, and staff will be made aware daily of any changes to the posting. This will be visible upon entering the workspace. Each staff person will be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person will know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person will be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2025): “Our daily roster has been broken into groups by the site director based on ages of children. The site director will ensure each teacher is aware of their groups which is color coded.”
Citation Jul 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
Observed staff did not ensure that the children's hands were washed before the children were served their snack.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2025): “On 7/14 Manager met with staff to remind them of the proper times that hands should be washed. Staff were reminded that they need to ensure hands are being washed before meals and snacks, and after toileting. This will also be reviewed at the back-to-school training for all staff on 8/18.”
Follow-up Jul 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(4)
The file for child #2 did not include an initial health report within 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 12/09/2024, 02/14/2025 & 05/09/2025. Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from inspection(s) of 02/14/2025 & 06/04/2025. Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 02/28/2025 stated, "Any newly enrolled student will have no more than 30 days after first day of enrollment to produce a health assessment that is current and completed and signed by the physician. Student will not be permitted in program after the 30-day requirement." Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 06/04/2025 stated, "All children will have a health report within 60 days for continued compliance."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2025): “Parent was given the health assessment to give to the child's physician for completion. The form was completed and returned and placed in the child's file.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jul 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)
The director / designated person in charge is failing to ensure child files are completed with all required documentation and information at the time of enrollment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “Staff member #1 completed the trainings on 7/24, and staff member #2 on 7/28 along with the site director also completed the trainings on 7/28. The director or designated person in charge will ensure child files are complete with all required documents and information at time of enrollment.”
Citation Jul 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The agreement for child #1 and #3 was not signed by the operator. Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from inspection(s) of 12/09/2024 & 02/14/2025. Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 02/28/2025 stated, "Upon enrollment agreements will be signed by the operator will ensure that all agreements are signed." Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 01/17/2025/2025 stated, "All agreements will have required signatures of both parent and operator at time of intake by the operator. All paperwork will be reviewed for needed signatures and completion."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “The operator signed both child #1 and #3's agreement and placed them back in the children's file. The operator will submit a complete file for all prospective/new child enrollments to the Central Region Office of Child Development and Early Learning for a period of 3 months. The file will include a…”
Follow-up May 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(4)
The file for child #2, #3, #5, #7 and #8 did not include an initial health report within 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 12/09/2024 & 02/14/2025. Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from inspection(s) of 02/14/2025. Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 02/28/2025 stated, "Any newly enrolled student will have no more than 30 days after first day of enrollment to produce a health assessment that is current and completed and signed by the physician. Student will not be permitted in program after the 30-day requirement."
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 9, 2025): “Health reports for enrolled children will be provided with 60 days for the child file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The updated agreement form for child #1 did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 12/09/2024 & 02/14/2025. Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from inspection(s) of 02/14/2025. Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 02/28/2025 stated, "All enrolled students will be provided an agreement with fees and services provided."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2025): “An agreement will include services provided to the family and child and will be signed by the parent using the department approved form”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation May 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact form to replace the missing forms for child #2 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2025): “The emergency contact forms will include complete addresses of child's physician and source of medical care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up May 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form completed to replace the missing forms for child #3 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 02/14/2025. Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from inspection(s) of 02/14/2025. Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 02/28/2025 stated, "Upon enrollment and with welcome packet paperwork, all emergency contact paperwork will be filled out completely prior to first day of enrolled child in program to ensure the enrolling parent home and work addresses and telephone numbers are completed."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2025): “Emergency Contact form will include the complete addresses of home and work for the enrolling parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form completed to replace the missing form for child #4 did not include the address for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact form completed to replace the missing forms for child #5 & #6 did not include the complete address for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 02/14/2025. Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from inspection(s) of 02/14/2025. Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 02/28/2025 stated, "Upon enrollment and prior to the first day in care the enrolling parent will provide all necessary paperwork, and the paperwork will be filled out in its entirety to ensure the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released is complete."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2025): “The emergency contact forms will include the name address and phone number of the designated pick up person.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
The emergency contact form completed to replace the missing form for child #3 did not include a signature from the parent providing consent for emergency medical care, the signature line was left blank. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 02/14/2025. Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from inspection(s) of 02/14/2025. Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 02/28/2025 stated, "All child records will contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent will be provided prior to admission."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2025): “The emergency contact form will include the signature of the parent providing consent for emergency medical care for their enrolled child.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up May 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The emergency contact form completed to replace the missing forms for child #3 did not include a signature from the parent providing consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures, the signature line was left blank. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 02/14/2025. Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from inspection(s) of 02/14/2025. Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 02/28/2025 stated, "All child files will have the signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2025): “The emergency contact form will be completed by the enrolling parent and will include a signature with parental consent for administration of medication and minor first aid.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #2 and #3 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 and #3 have not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR in a PQAS approved curriculum by a PQAS approved trainer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Staff person # 2 & 3 were signed up for the required in person Pediatric First Aid & CPR training on February 22. Both staff members 2 and 3 were supervised until completion and receipt of certification.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
***The file for staff person #3 did not include the required provisional hire documents at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). The file included a PSP request pending status dated 12/17/2024, without the final clearance results on file. The results of a child abuse clearance dated 01/08/2025. The results of an FBI clearance dated 01/08/2025. The results of an NSOR clearance dated 03/05/2020 & 12/20/2024. A disclosure statement was signed on 12/17/2024. The file did not include a copy of the request for the FBI clearance. Staff person #3 was observed to be working alone with children without the final PSP results on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2025): “Staff person #1 and the Site director will be attending the Central Region Existing Provider Orientation in-person training to be conducted on 04/10/2025.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
**The file for staff person #3 did not include the required provisional hire documents at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). The file included a PSP request pending status dated 12/17/2024, without the final clearance results on file. The results of a child abuse clearance dated 01/08/2025. The results of an FBI clearance dated 01/08/2025. The results of an NSOR clearance dated 03/05/2020 & 12/20/2024. A disclosure statement was signed on 12/17/2024. The file did not include a copy of the request for the FBI clearance. Staff person #3 was observed to be working alone with children without the final PSP results on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2025): “Any new hire/complete files for all new staff will be submitted to the Central Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning. All prospective/new staff will not be permitted to work in a childcare position at the facility until the file is reviewed and approved by the Department. The…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #3 did not include the required provisional hire documents at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). The file included a PSP request pending status dated 12/17/2024, without the final clearance results on file. The results of a child abuse clearance dated 01/08/2025. The results of an FBI clearance dated 01/08/2025. The results of an NSOR clearance dated 03/05/2020 & 12/20/2024. A disclosure statement was signed on 12/17/2024. The file did not include a copy of the request for the FBI clearance. Staff person #3 was observed to be working alone with children without the final PSP results on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Staff person #3 was removed from program until all required provisional hire documents were received. The file now has all necessary documentation for compliance. Staff person #3 was removed from program and had no direct contact with children until receipt of required documentation.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
Observed prescription medication stored in a backpack which was not locked or in an area that is out of reach of children. Staff person #3 stated the bag is kept on one of the cafeteria tables.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “All medication will be kept in a lock box and the proper consent forms will be kept with the medication and kept out of reach of children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
Observed prescription medication for child #14 which did not include written consent from the parent for the administration of the medication.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “Parent was provided a consent form to fill out for needed medication.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(4)
The file for child #3 did not include a health report, only an immunization record was on file. Continued noncompliance, previously cited on 12/09/2024. The operator did not have initial health reports on file within 60 days of the first day of attendance for the children enrolled at the facility. Staff person #1 stated that the files were removed by a former staff person and are no longer at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 9, 2025): “Parent was provided the health assessment form and required to return once completed and signed by the enrolled child's physician.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Director qualifications 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.34(b)
Staff person #3 was hired as the Site Director, the file for staff person #3 included a diploma for an associate's degree in a field of study that is not accepted. Upon review, it was observed the transcript lacked 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field from an accredited college or university. The transcript included 9 credit hours in a human services field.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Staff person #3 was hired as the Site Director, the file for staff person #3 did not have transcripts on file. Transcripts were received and are lacking the necessary 30 credits. Staff person 3# will be a designated person in charge as an assistant group supervisor in the program and the area…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The file for child #1 and #3 did not include an updated agreement form which included the signature of the operator. Continued noncompliance, previously cited on 12/09/2024. The agreement form used by the facility does not include the signature of the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “Agreement's were signed by operator for child 1 & 3, and all existing enrolled children”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The file for child #1 and #3 did not include an updated agreement form which included the services to be provided to the family and the child. Continued noncompliance, previously cited on 12/09/2024. The agreement form used by the facility does not include the services to be provided to the family and the child.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 9, 2025): “An agreement was provided to parents of child 1 & 3 with fees and services provided and signed by the parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The file for child #1 and #3 did not include an updated agreement form which included the child's arrival and departure times. Continued noncompliance, previously cited on 12/09/2024. The agreement form used by the facility does not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “Agreement was provided to the parents after updating with arrival and departure times”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form completed to replace the missing forms for child #5 did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 9, 2025): “The parent of child #5 was given the emergency contact paperwork to update with the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form completed to replace the missing forms for child #4 did not include the address for an individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 9, 2025): “The emergency contact paperwork for child #4 was given to the parent to update and provide the address for an individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
The bag containing the emergency contact information for the children in care was left in the office and was not taken to the cafeteria where the children were receiving care. The bag included a spreadsheet with some emergency contact information in lieu of complete emergency contact information. The spreadsheet did not include contact information for 10 of the 19 children present. Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 were not listed on the spreadsheet. Continued noncompliance, previously cited on 12/09/2024. The operator did not have emergency contact information present in the child care space for the children receiving care in the space. Staff person #1 stated the files were removed by a former staff person and they are no longer onsite. An electronic data base with some information was available for each child, but not the complete emergency contact information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “The bag containing the emergency contact information for the children in care will be taken to any space children are receiving care and kept in a locked bag in the wagon. A new and updated spreadsheet was printed and placed in the emergency bag along with copies of the emergency contact forms, and…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
The file for child #7, #11 was empty and did not have emergency contact information, an agreement or health report. The file for Child #9, #13, #17 did not include emergency contact information. The files for child #8, #12, #14, #15, #18 were incomplete and did not include emergency contact information, an updated agreement form or a health report. Continued noncompliance, previously cited on 12/09/2024. On the date of the inspection, individual records were not established and maintained for each child enrolled in the facility. The operator did not have completed emergency contact information, financial agreements or health reports for each child enrolled at the facility. Staff person #1 stated that the child files were removed from the facility by a former staff person, and they are working on restoring the files. Staff person #1 stated she has been working at the facility since 10/14/2024 without complete files for the children. Files for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were requested on 12/10/2024 to be sent to the Certification Representative. The emergency contact form and agreement form for child #1 dated 12/10/2024 and an immunization record dated 02/20/2024 was received on…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “Parents were provided the necessary paperwork for their child, to complete and returned”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
The emergency contact form completed to replace the missing forms for child #2, #3, #10 and #16 did not include a signature from the parent providing consent for emergency medical care, the signature line was left blank.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 9, 2025): “The paperwork was give to the parents of children #2, #3, #10 and #16 to update to include the signature from the parent providing consent for emergency medical care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The emergency contact form completed to replace the missing forms for child #2, #3, #10 and #16 did not include a signature from the parent providing consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures, the signature line was left blank.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 9, 2025): “The emergency contact form for children #2, #3, #10 and #16 were given to the parent to obtain signatures providing consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff person #3, did not include a copy of a transcript with the diploma to verify 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field to qualify as the director.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Staff person #3, provided a copy of her transcripts with the diploma and is now on file”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
30 or fewer hours a week, director or director/GS present at least 20% of operational hours. 55 Pa. Code §3270.241(c)(1)(i)
The facility did not have an individual that qualifies as a director present at the facility site a minimum of 20% of the program's operational hours. Staff person #3 was hired as the Site Director and did not meet the qualifications to be a director.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “Area Manager who qualifies as a director will be present at the facility site a minimum of 20% of the program's operational hours.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 14, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
General requirements for facility persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(d)
On the date of the inspection, an individual competent in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques was not present at the facility when one or more children are in care. Staff person #2 and #3 were working together caring for a group of 19 school age children. Staff person #2 and #3 have not completed pediatric first aid & CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (not accepted, Mar 11, 2025): “All new hires will have the required training no more than 30 days after hired. Both staff persons were signed up and completed the required training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #2 did not include complete provisional hire documentation at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #2 did not include documentation of a request for the FBI clearance prior to their initial start date. The signed disclosure statement was not dated at the time it was signed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2025): “All required CPSL documents will be on file at time of hire.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
Upon arrival, staff were asked to identify the names and whereabouts of the children in their assigned group. There were 18 school age children with 3 staff members. A total of 12 children were identified out of the 18. Staff person #1 identified 4 young school age children and 3 older school age children. Staff person #2 identified 5 young school age children. Staff person #3 stated that she was helping but did not have an assigned group yet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Primary care groups will be assigned to each staff member working in program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Observed Lysol cleaning wipes on a table in the cafeteria which were accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Cleaning supplies will be out of child reach”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator used to store snack items for the children did not have a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “The refrigerator will have a working thermometer at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The file for staff person #2 did not include the results of a tuberculosis screening at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2025): “At initial employment employee will have most recent TB screening results”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(4)
The operator did not have initial health reports on file within 60 days of the first day of attendance for the children enrolled at the facility. Staff person #1 stated that the files were removed by a former staff person and are no longer at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Child health reports will be obtained for all children in care. All health reports will be maintained on site in locked cabinet no later than 60 days of enrollment.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
A current copy of the comprehensive general liability insurance policy was not on file at the facility. The copy onsite had an effective date of 12/01/2023 - 12/01/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 19, 2025): “Insurance information will be posted and in emergency binder. This will always be the current policy”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The agreement form used by the facility does not include the signature of the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 19, 2025): “All agreements will be signed by parent and operator at intake.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The agreement form used by the facility does not include the services to be provided to the family and the child.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 19, 2025): “. A fee agreement will be used to insure families are aware of services provided.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The agreement form used by the facility does not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 19, 2025): “The fee agreement emailed to families prior to first day will include arrival and departure times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
The operator did not have emergency contact information present in the child care space for the children receiving care in the space. Staff person #1 stated the files were removed by a former staff person and they are no longer onsite. An electronic data base with some information was available for each child, but not the complete emergency contact information.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Emergency contact information will be included for every child in care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
On the date of the inspection, individual records were not established and maintained for each child enrolled in the facility. The operator did not have completed emergency contact information, financial agreements or health reports for each child enrolled at the facility. Staff person #1 stated that the child files were removed from the facility by a former staff person, and they are working on restoring the files. Staff person #1 stated she has been working at the facility since 10/14/2024 without complete files for the children. Files for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were requested on 12/10/2024 to be sent to the Certification Representative. The emergency contact form and agreement form for child #1 dated 12/10/2024 and an immunization record dated 02/20/2024 was received on 12/19/2024, A health report for child #2 dated 12/11/2024 was received on 12/23/2024. No additional files for the children were received for review.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Records for each child will be maintained for each child.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience or education prior to service at the facility (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2025): “Verification of experience will be on file for all new hires”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for staff person #2 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, Feb 14, 2025): “Two written non family references will be maintained on file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 31, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Training regarding the emergency plan was not documented for staff person #1 and #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2024): “Staff person #1 and #2 have been trained in the emergency plan and the training has been documented and will be kept on file at the facility.”
Citation Jul 31, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures did not include information regarding accommodations will be made for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions or a statement that emergency drills will be conducted annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2024): “The letter to the parent of each child explaining emergency procedures and information has been updated to include accommodations that will be made for children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions and to notify parents of annual emergency drills.”
Citation Jul 31, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
The operator did not have documentation that a copy of the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2024): “A copy of the emergency plan has been sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.”
Citation Jul 31, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2024): “Verification of child care experience has been received for staff person #2 and will be kept on file. Checklist with all staff file contents will be collected including the employment verification of child care experience. The checklist will be to make sure no forms are missing.”

“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.

About this center

Capacity —
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 16, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jan 23, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Kce Champions LLC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00250498
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Common questions

Has KCE Champions LLC Steelton Highspire Elem School had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 8 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 Dec 12, 2025 (background checks): “Following the outset of employment, the file for staff person #1 did not include the final results of the criminal history clearance, the file included a copy of the request for the criminal history record dated…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about KCE Champions LLC Steelton Highspire Elem School?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at KCE Champions LLC Steelton Highspire Elem School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is KCE Champions LLC Steelton Highspire Elem School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jan 23, 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 KCE Champions LLC Steelton Highspire Elem School compare with other daycares in Harrisburg?

It is tied for #31 of 75 centers in Harrisburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was KCE Champions LLC Steelton Highspire Elem School last inspected?

Dec 12, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs KCE Champions LLC Steelton Highspire Elem School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kce Champions LLC.

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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