Magic World Child Care Center · 174 Lyndwood Ave, Hanover Township
Magic World Child Care Center is a certified child care center in Hanover Township, PA, with capacity for 48 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 12 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (5 of 12). 3 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 5 centers in Hanover Township and has fewer citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Staff #2 (see code sheet for first day with children) had a disclosure statement on file dated 6/10/26. However, this disclosure was not completed within the 6 months prior to this staff's first day working with children. Staff #5 acknowledged that Staff #2 had direct contact with children during the time period where they did not have the required disclosure on file.
Two electrical outlets on a power strip near the sharing library box in the Preschool/Pre-K Room were observed to be missing protective receptacle covers. Also, one electrical outlet on a power strip near the microwave in the Discovery Preschool Room was observed to be missing a protective receptacle cover. These uncovered outlets were accessible to children who were younger than 5 years of age.
A review of staff files was conducted during the renewal inspection. On the 6/5/26 health assessment for Staff #2, the doctor indicated a "YES" answer for question #2, indicating that the staff person had communicable diseases, and no additional information was provided, as required.
A cracked plastic window well cover was observed along the pathway to the Outdoor Play Area. This cover posed a scratching hazard.
The only health assessment on file for Child #3 (see code sheet for admission date) was dated 3/20/25. This child did not have proof that they completed a health assessment within the 60 days following their first day of attendance at the facility.
Staff persons #1 and #12 (see code sheet for date of hire) completed emergency plan trainings on 1/11/23 and 2/19/24. More than a year had lapsed between the trainings.
A Nordic Ice Pack labeled "keep out of the reach of children," was observed in a lunch box, that was about hip height, on a white shelf in the School Age classroom where children were in care.
A hand washing sign was not observed by the kitchen sink.
Push pins were observed on a bulletin board, that was about elbow height, in the School Age Room. Push pins were also observed on a bulletin board, that was about shoulder height, in the hallway outside of the School Age Room.
A Lunchables meal kit that was labeled "keep refrigerated" was observed in a child's lunch bag on a white shelf in the School Age classroom. This perishable food item was required to be refrigerated.
Fire drills were not conducted at least once every 60 days as evidenced by the following fire drill logs that were on file: 6/16/23 to 8/16/23.
An evacuation route was not observed on the basement floor of the facility.
“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.) | $43.00 | — |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $39.00 | — |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $38.00 | $29.00 |
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 Magic World Child Care Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Jul 30, 2026 (background checks): “Staff #2 (see code sheet for first day with children) had a disclosure statement on file dated 6/10/26. However, this disclosure was not completed within the 6 months prior to this staff's first day working with…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Magic World Child Care Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Magic World Child Care Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Magic World Child Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jun 29, 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 Magic World Child Care Center compare with other daycares in Hanover Township?
It is #4 of 5 centers in Hanover Township by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Magic World Child Care Center last inspected?
Jul 30, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Magic World Child Care Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $43.00 for older toddler, $39.00 for preschool, $38.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Magic World Child Care Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Twin Doc II INC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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