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The Center of Early Learning & Childcare LLC

18 S Main St, Stewartstown, PA 17363 · York County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

The Center of Early Learning & Childcare LLC is a certified child care center in Stewartstown, PA, with capacity for 54 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 15 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (7 of 15). All 15 came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #45 of 105 centers in York County and has fewer citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 62% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #45 of 105 centers in York County
1 Core-safety citations
14 Other citations
4 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
15 citations from 4 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 15 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 28, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 28, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 4, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citation May 16, 2025 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 7
Building & playground safety 3
Health & medication 2
Supervision 1
Food & feeding 1
Other standards 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 28, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 1 was caring for three young toddler aged children alone.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “An employment verification form was completed and added to the staff members file to qualify staff member 1 as an assistant group supervisor.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the time of inspection, it was observed that an outlet cover was missing from the outlet next to the refrigerator in the young toddler classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “An outlet cover as placed in the outlet next to the refrigerator in the young toddler classroom.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the time of inspection, it was observed that a ceiling tile above the exit sign had water marks on it in the young toddler classroom. The window sills in the older toddler classroom were visibly dirty and there were cobwebs in the left corner of the left window in the older toddler classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “The ceiling tile in the young toddler classroom was replaced. The windowsills in the older toddler classroom were cleaned.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a stroller blocking the egress door in the young toddler classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “The wagon was moved to a different location in the room that does not block the exit door.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that a child's lunch box that was on a counter had string cheese in it and another lunchbox had cherries in it. This was corrected during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “The lunchboxes were put in the refrigerator during the inspection.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
Documentation of the initial health assessment on file for child 2 and child 5 was obtained more than 60 days from the child's first day of attendance at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “Current health assessments are on file for child 2 and child 5.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Other standards
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
During the time of inspection, it was observed that the gauze in the preschool first aid kit had dried blood on it.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “The gauze was thrown away.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)
Documentation of the parent handbook on file did not include a daily schedule, fees and supervision policies.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “The parent handbook was revised to include a daily schedule, fees and supervision policies.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
Documentation of the agreement on file for child 3 and child 5 was not signed by the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “The operator signed the agreements for child 3 and child 5.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
Documentation of the agreement on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5, did not include the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “The provider revised the wording on the financial agreement from "needed hours" to "pick up" and "drop off" times.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
Documentation of the agreement on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “The agreement was revised to add a section where parents list designated persons to whom the child may be released.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5, did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care by a parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “The provider revised the form to include signed parental consent for emergency medical care by a parent. The emergency contact information for all children now include signed parental consent for emergency medical care by a parent.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Documentation of the agreement on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5 were not updated in the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “Agreements have been updated and placed on file.”
Citation May 28, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
Documentation on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5, did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2026): “Signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures is now on file for all children.”
Citation Feb 4, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)
The adult health assessment form for staff person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) indicated the staff person has a communicable disease; however, a description of the condition(s) and the risk it might pose to others exposed to this individual are not included on/with the form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2026): “The employee took the form to the Physician's office and had the error corrected to show the employee did not have have a communicable disease. This was completed on 2/5/26.”

“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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $63.00 $63.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $63.00 $63.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $60.00 $60.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $58.00 $58.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $52.00 $52.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $50.00 $31.00

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

Capacity 54 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Aug 25, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Sep 8, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator The Center Of Early Learning & Childcare LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 746-4054
State certificate # CER-00259508
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Common questions

Has The Center of Early Learning & Childcare LLC 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 May 28, 2026 (supervision): “During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 1 was caring for three young toddler aged children alone.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about The Center of Early Learning & Childcare LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Center of Early Learning & Childcare LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is The Center of Early Learning & Childcare LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Sep 8, 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 The Center of Early Learning & Childcare LLC compare with other daycares in York County?

It is tied for #45 of 105 centers in York County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was The Center of Early Learning & Childcare LLC last inspected?

May 28, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does The Center of Early Learning & Childcare LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $63.00 for newborn, $63.00 for infant, $60.00 for young toddler, $58.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs The Center of Early Learning & Childcare LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Center Of Early Learning & Childcare 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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