Learning Center at Fileys INC is a certified child care center in Dillsburg, PA, with capacity for 58 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 11 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #2 of 8 centers in Dillsburg and has fewer citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Volunteer #1-- has not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
When conducting interviews with staff, they stated that one staff member was alone with 14 children total; 5 young toddlers and 9 pre school aged children when the incident occurred.
Child 1 was dropped on their head from approximate waist height and staff did not seek emergency medical care.
Child 1 was dropped on their head from approximate waist height around 3:15pm and parents were notified of the emergency when the child was picked up at approximately 5:40pm.
Documentation of the National Sex Offender Registry Certificate on file for staff member 1, was obtained on 1/22/24 which is more than 45 days of the employees hire date. Documentation of the State Police Clearance on file indicated that the record was "pending" and the clearance with the results were not on file for staff member 2. The State Police Clearance for staff member 2 was obtained and provided to DHS on the day of the inspection.
Documentation of the fire detection system testing showed that the testing wasn't being completed every 30 days. Testing was completed on 10/20/23 and 11/20/23, which is 31 days.
Documentation of the Heatlh and Safety Basics Training on file for staff member 1 was completed on 1/23/24, which is more than 90 days from their hire date. Documentation of the Health and Safety Basics Training on file for staff member 2 was completed on 1/23/24, which is more than 90 days from their hire date.
Agreements on file for child 1, child 2 and child 3 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra. This was corrected during the inspection.
During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was two loaves of bread and a pack of hot dog buns stored with the food served that were past the expiration date. The food was thrown out during the time of inspection.
Staff person number 1, hire date 10/24/16, had a previous child abuse clearance dated 10/31/16 and did not have an updated child abuse clearance on file, and an FBI clearance dated 12/24/16 and did not have an updated FBI clearance on file. Staff person number 2 did not have an NSOR clearance on file. Staff number 2 had a State Police clearance for the purpose of "VISA", which is not recognized as an acceptable child care clearance. Staff person number 1 and staff person number 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility until clearances are obtained and on file.
Facility did not have record of proof of purchase for fire detection system on file. Attestation form was completed.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $42.00 | $42.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $39.00 | $39.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $38.00 | $24.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $38.00 | $24.00 |
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 Learning Center at Fileys INC 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 Feb 7, 2024 (staff ratios): “When conducting interviews with staff, they stated that one staff member was alone with 14 children total; 5 young toddlers and 9 pre school aged children when the incident occurred.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Learning Center at Fileys INC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Learning Center at Fileys INC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Learning Center at Fileys INC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Mar 30, 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 Learning Center at Fileys INC compare with other daycares in Dillsburg?
It is tied for #2 of 8 centers in Dillsburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Learning Center at Fileys INC last inspected?
Feb 17, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Learning Center at Fileys INC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $42.00 for older toddler, $39.00 for preschool, $38.00 for young school-age, $38.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Learning Center at Fileys INC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Learning Center At Fileys.
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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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