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Mikaylas Place Child Development Center

212 N Progress Ave, Harrisburg, PA 17109 · Dauphin County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Mikaylas Place Child Development Center is a certified child care center in Harrisburg, PA, with capacity for 54 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it twice. The state cited 24 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (6 of 24). All 24 came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #69 of 75 centers in Harrisburg and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 93% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #69 of 75 centers in Harrisburg
1 Core-safety citations
23 Other citations
2 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
24 citations from 2 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 24 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 26, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 26, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 6
Training & qualifications 5
Records & paperwork 5
Emergency preparedness 3
Health & medication 3
Background checks 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Follow-up Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 3/26/26, it was observed that diaper creams were accessible to children in the infant classroom in the unlocked cabinet under the changing table. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE from 1/14/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Diaper creams will not be stored under the changing table. Creams will be stored on the high shelf out of reach of children.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
On 3/26/26, it was observed that the rubber handles were missing from the tricycles in the gym.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “Replacement handles will be ordered and placed on tricycles.”
Core safety Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 6 did not have record of a FBI clearance on file and was observed working in a childcare position. Staff person 6 may not work in a childcare position until a completed FBI clearance is on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Staff person 6 obtained an eligible FBI clearance and it is on record. Staff person 6 did not return to work until FBI clearance was obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.76
On 1/14/26, it was observed that a blind cord was dangling in Room 109 posing a strangulation hazard. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “The cord in room 109 was placed out of reach”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that staff person 2, 3 and 5 did not complete facility emergency plan training in the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Staff persons have had/completed facility emergency plan training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that toxics were accessible to children in the unlocked lower cabinet of the diaper changing table in the infant classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 10, 2026): “The toxins were moved to an out of reach place.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that the first aid kit in the Young Toddler classroom did not contain adhesive bandages.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Bandages were added to the first aid kit in the young toddler classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 1/14/26, it was observed that facility surfaces were damaged. 4 ceiling panels were showing signs of water damage in the PreK classroom. There was a hole in the wall on the right-side wall from the door in the PreK classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE There were ceiling panels showing signs of water damage in Room 109. The floor trim was separating from the wall in the Gym. The padding on the walls in the gym on the wall beside the entrance door was observed to be torn. CORRECTED ON SITE
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “All ceiling panels showing signs of water damage will be replaced and repaired by maintenance. Floor trim resecured to wall in gym using duct tape. The hole in the wall will be covered.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the facility Peeling paint was observed in the PreK classroom under the window. CORRECTED ON SITE Peeling paint was observed in Room 111 on the wall to the right of the window. CORRECTED ON SITE
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “The peeling paint in the preK classroom and room 111 were covered and made inaccessible to children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that child 5 had a health assessment on file dated 8/24/24 which was more than 12 months old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2026): “THe health assessment on file for child 5 will be updated.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated every 24 months. Staff person 1 had a health assessment on file that expired on 6/14/25 and no update was available. Staff person 3 had a health assessment on file that expired on 9/15/25 and no update was available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Staff person 1 will no longer work in the facility until all requirements are met. Staff person 3 has provided an updated health assessment.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that the facility had not conducted an emergency drill in the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Emergency drill was conducted and is on file at the facility”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that the facility did not have documentation that their emergency plan had been sent to the local and county authorities.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “The emergency plan was sent to the township and the local municipality.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that child 3 had been enrolled longer than 60 days and did not have a health assessment and immunizations on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2026): “Child 3's parents obtained and provided a health assessment and it has been placed in her file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that the facility had not sent a traffic letter to the local authorities in the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “A letter was sent to the local traffic safety authorities in writing to notify them of the program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that staff person 1 had pediatric first aid/CPR training on file that expired on 8/2/25. An online training was completed on 1/7/25, but the in person portion was never completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Staff person 1 will not work in the facility until she obtains Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training by a professional in the field of First Aid/CPR.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that staff person 5 did not have record of fire safety training in the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2026): “Staff person 5 has obtained and has in the record fire safety training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that staff person #6 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Basics Part 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2026): “Staff person 6 has completed Health and Safety Basics Part 2.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that staff persons 4 and 5 did not have record of a staff evaluation in the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Staff person 4 and 5 Received staff evaluations and they were placed in their staff file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that child 1 did not have addresses on file for their release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2026): “Child 1's parents added addresses to their release persons on their emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that child 5 did not have record of a file review in the previous 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2026): “The file review for child 5 has been updated and filed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that child 1 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2026): “The emergency contact form for child 1 has been updated to include parental consent for emergency medical care and first aid.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that staff person 6 did not have documentation of education or experience on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “Staff person 6 will work only as a volunteer and be under the direct supervision of an AGS qualified staff member.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that staff person 6 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2026): “The file for staff person 6 has been updated to include two nonfamily references.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
On 1/14/26, it was observed that staff persons 1, 3, and 4 did not complete 12 training hours in the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2026): “Staff person 1 will not work in facility until all training hours are done. Staff persons 3 and 4 have completed 12 hours of child care training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

“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 54 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 18, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 3, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator MSK Ventures LLC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00261530
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Common questions

Has Mikaylas Place Child Development 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 Jan 14, 2026 (background checks): “On 1/14/26, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 6 did not have record of a FBI clearance on file and was observed working in a childcare position. Staff person 6 may…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Mikaylas Place Child Development Center?

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

What is Mikaylas Place Child Development Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Oct 3, 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 Mikaylas Place Child Development Center compare with other daycares in Harrisburg?

It is tied for #69 of 75 centers in Harrisburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Mikaylas Place Child Development Center last inspected?

Mar 26, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Mikaylas Place Child Development Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is MSK Ventures LLC.

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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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