Mechanicsburg Learning Center Delbrook
Mechanicsburg Learning Center Delbrook is a certified child care center in Mechanicsburg, PA, with capacity for 79 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 10 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 48 violations, 8 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (14 of 48). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #24 of 29 centers in Mechanicsburg and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Fire Detection Device Testing Log recorded testing dates of 5/4/25 and 6/4/25. Cert Rep determined that 31 Calendar days passed between these two testing dates.
Staff Person #1 did not report an accident involving Child #1, which occurred at the facility, and the child's parents did not receive a report on the day of the incident.
The record for staff person #6 contained state police clearances dated 6/1/2018 and 10/3/2023, and FBI clearances dated 6/2/2018 and 6/21/2023. The state police and FBI clearances for staff #6 were not updated every 60 months. The record for staff person #7 contained NSOR verification dated 11/12/2019 and 11/18/2024. The NSOR clearance for staff #7 was not updated every 60 months.
In room 302 (3s), bingo dabbers labeled keep out of reach of children were accessible to children. In room 301 (Pre-K), shaving cream and rubbing alcohol labeled keep out of reach of children was stored on the top shelf of a cabinet accessible to children.
In the twos classroom, there was a buildup of dirt under the diaper changing pad (corrected during inspection). In room 301 (Pre-K), step stools at the sink had a buildup of dirt (corrected during inspection). In the toddler outdoor play space, the lid of a toy box was cracked and created a hazard.
In the 2s outdoor play space, the bottom of a door to the facility had chipped paint that was accessible to children.
On the toddler outdoor play space, mulch (less than an inch in diameter) had washed in from an adjoining plays space and was accessible to children.
The record for staff person #2 contained documentation of health assessments dated 8/8/2022 and 9/2/2024. The health assessments for staff #2 were not update every 24 months.
In room 302 (3s), children requested additional quesadillas, reasonable amounts of additional food were not available for the children.
In the outdoor toddler play space, 2-3 inches of standing water were observed in a toy/sand box. In the outdoor 2s play space, 2-3 inches of standing water were observed in a bucket of balls. In the Preschool outdoor play space, a sand box with tarp were observed to have standing water.
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Staff person #4 did not complete fire safety training annually. The record for staff person #4 contained documentation of fire safety training on 10/9/2023 and an update on 1/2/2025.
The record for staff person #4, #5, and #6 did not include documentation of 12 hours of training. The record for staff #4 contained 10 hours, staff #5 contained 8.5 hours, and staff #6 contained 8.5 hours.
Facility person #1 has mistreated, or abused a client being cared for in the facility.
The operator did not have documentation in writing of the emergency plan being reviewed and updated annually. Last date listed was 8/1/2023.
Staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 did not have documentation of an annual update to their emergency plan training.
A bottle of bleach was observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink accessible to children in the infant classroom.
Chipped plaster and paint were observed on the wall by the changing table in the Older Toddler classroom.
The rest equipment in the Ones classroom was not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specific child.
Fire drill log did not have documentation of testing every 30 days. Dates listed on log were 11/16/23, 12/22/23, 1/26/24, 2/28/24, 3/28/24, 4/29/24, 5/31/24
Inspection summaries SIN-00249757, and SIN-00249826 for an open complaint investigation were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Staff #2, #3, #4, #6. #7 did not have documentation of a written evaluation completed every 12 months.
Child #1, #2, #3, #4 did not have documentation of updated emergency contact information and the financial agreement once in a 6-month period.
Staff #1 did not have documentation of a subsequent health assessment. Last health assessment was documented on 9/19/2022.
On 8/12/2024, Staff person #1 was observed by Staff person #2 using inappropriate force to remove Child #1 from underneath a climber by the wrist. Child #1 was lifted by the wrist causing the child's feet to be in the air for a few steps. On the same day, Staff person #1 was observed knocking Child #2 down who was lining up after recess, Staff person #1 did not acknowledge or comfort Child #2 following the incident.
On 8/12/2024, Staff person #1 was observed by Staff person #2 using inappropriate force to remove Child #1 from underneath a climber by the wrist. Child #1 was lifted by the wrist causing the child's feet to be in the air for a few steps. On the same day, Staff person #1 was observed knocking Child #2 down who was lining up after recess, Staff person #1 did not acknowledge or comfort Child #2 following the incident. A facility person did not report the mistreatment of a child to Childline immediately. The incident occurred on 8/12/2024 and a report was not made until 8/15/2024.
On 8/12/24, Child #1 (6-months old) sustained an injury to the arm while in the care of Staff #1. Complaint investigation revealed that Staff #1 was working alone when the injury occurred. Child #1 received emergency medical care for the arm injury. A facility person did not make a report to child line immediately following the injury. The incident was reported to Childline by an outside party and became a Childline Report.
On 8/12/24, Child #1 (6-months old) sustained an injury to the arm while in the care of Staff #1. Child #1 received emergency medical care for the arm injury. The operator did not telephone report to Certification within 24 hours of a child receiving emergency care when they were injured at the facility.
On 8/12/24, Child #1 (6-months old) sustained an injury to the arm while in the care of Staff #1. An incident report of Child #1's injury did not contain a date written by the child's parent. There was not documentation on file to show the parents of Child #1 obtained the original copy of the incident report on the day of the incident.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR.
The file for staff person #1 did not include the results of the NSOR clearance within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet). A copy of the request for the NSOR clearance was on file at the time of initial hire. The file for staff person #2 did not include the results of the FBI or NSOR clearance within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet). A copy of the request for the FBI and NSOR clearance was on file at the time of initial hire.
Upon a file review on 11/16/2023 it was observed the record for Staff Person #2 contained mandated reporter training dated 10/7/2022; however, it is not an approved course. The file for Staff Person # 3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains NSOR verification dated 9/29/2023, which is beyond the 45-day provisional hire period. Documentation that the NSOR verification was requested prior to the hire date was not observed in the staff file.
It was observed on 11/16/2023 in the Older 1's room a mop with a container of cleaning solution was accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON SITE) It was observed on 11/16/2023 in the Pre-K 3 room a gallon jug of hand soap was accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON SITE)
It was observed on 11/16/2023 a plastic storage container on the preschool playground was broken and contained a sharp plastic piece that created a potential hazard.
It was observed on 11/16/2023 in the Infant 1 and Infant 2 rooms a hand washing sign was not posted by the sink. (CORRECTED ON SITE)
It was observed on 11/16/2023 the hallway bathroom was not equipped with a lidded waste receptacle.
It was observed on 11/16/2023 in the Young Toddler 2 room multiple plastic bags containing extra clothes are being stored on the bottom shelf of the cubbies and are accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. (CORRRECTED ON SITE)
It was observed on 11/16/2023 the medication log for Child # 3 and Child #4 does not include the date of administration.
It was observed on 11/16/2023 the medication log for Child #4 does not include the time of administration.
It was observed on 11/16/2023 several lunch boxes containing potentially hazardous food brought from a child's home were not refrigerated. (CORRECTED ON SITE)
Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff Person #2 completed the 1-hour Pennsylvania health and safety update 2022, but not the professional development as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file for Staff Person #4 (DOH see LIS code sheet) who is working as an Aide does not contain proof of education.
Emergency contact information for Child # 1 does not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information for Child # 2 does not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Emergency contact information for Child #1 does not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits. Emergency contact information for Child #2 does not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
It was observed on 11/16/2023 in the Infant 1 and Infant 2 rooms 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 in a conspicuous location. (CORRECTED ON SITE)
The file for Facility Person #4 (DOH see LIS code sheet) only includes one written, nonfamily references from an individual attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The file for Facility Person #5 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff Person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
It was observed on 8/14/2023 landscaping mulch with a diameter of less than 1 inch is accessible in the area being designated as the Toddler Playground.
The file for Staff Person #1 contains mandated reporter training dated 4/30/2018 which exceeds 60 months and is no longer valid.
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $50.00 | $34.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $49.00 | $30.00 |
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 Mechanicsburg Learning Center Delbrook 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 Apr 11, 2025 (background checks): “The record for staff person #6 contained state police clearances dated 6/1/2018 and 10/3/2023, and FBI clearances dated 6/2/2018 and 6/21/2023. The state police and FBI clearances for staff #6 were not updated every 60…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Mechanicsburg Learning Center Delbrook?
Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Mechanicsburg Learning Center Delbrook’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Aug 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 Mechanicsburg Learning Center Delbrook compare with other daycares in Mechanicsburg?
It is #24 of 29 centers in Mechanicsburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Mechanicsburg Learning Center Delbrook last inspected?
Jan 7, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Mechanicsburg Learning Center Delbrook cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $50.00 for older toddler, $49.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Mechanicsburg Learning Center Delbrook?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Mechanicsburg Learning Center.
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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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