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YMCA Sacc Friendship Y

5000 Commons Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17112 · Dauphin County
Keystone STAR 2

YMCA Sacc Friendship Y is a certified child care center in Harrisburg, PA, with capacity for 141 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 47 violations, 9 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (12 of 47). 8 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #36 of 75 centers in Harrisburg and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 71% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #36 of 75 centers in Harrisburg
9 Core-safety citations
38 Other citations
8 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
47 citations from 13 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 8 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 14, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 10, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citation Jan 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 7, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Jun 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 27, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 24, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Jan 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 3, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 21, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Jan 24, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 10, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citation Feb 17, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 15, 2021 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication 12
Building & playground safety 11
Records & paperwork 8
Supervision 6
Background checks 3
Training & qualifications 3
Emergency preparedness 2
Food & feeding 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The file for child #1, #2 and #3 did not have an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child (see LIS code sheet). The file for child #1 included a health report dated 01/31/2024 with no subsequent health report on file. The file for child #2 included a health report dated 12/24/2024 with no subsequent health report on file. The file for child #3 included a current health report dated 10/06/2025 with the previous health report dated 08/23/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2026): “Child #3 has a current health reports that was late, a new one is not needed at this time. Child #1 and #2 both need an updated health reports which have been requested from the parent.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
The health report for child #2 and #4 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “I asked for the parents to provide a copy of the correct form for their child's health report which must include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free contagious or communicable disease.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
The file for child #2 did not include a copy of the child's immunization record within 60 days of attendance at the facility (see LIS code sheet). The health report received on 12/24/2024 did not include the child's immunization record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2026): “Child was told that she may not return until I had a health report that included the childs immunization record with it.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
The file for child #2 included a health report which was not on file within 60 days of their first day of enrollment (see LIS code sheet). The initial health report for child #2 was dated 12/24/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “I asked the parent for an update health report to place in the child's file.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The file for child #1 and #2 did not include a child service report (CSR) providing information to the family about the child's growth and development at least once every 6 months. The file for child #1 included a current CSR dated 10/13/2025 with the previous one dated 12/30/2024. The file for child #2 included a current CSR dated 10/21/2025 with the previous one dated 12/24/2024. There were no additional CSR's on file within 6 months of initial enrollment (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “I will make a spread sheet to ensure that every child has a child service report done every 6 months.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The agreement for child #4 did not include the date of the child's admission. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “I put the childs date of admission on the fee agreement at the time of inspection.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
The initial and/or subsequent agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were observed to be in the child's file. The facility did not copy the agreement to place in the file and did not provide the original agreement to the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “I made copies of the fee agreements for child #1,2,3,4,5 and gave the original copy back to the parent.”
Citation Jan 14, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The financial agreement for child #1 and #2 was not reviewed and updated by a parent at least once every 6-months. The financial agreement for child #1 was updated on 08/11/2025 with the previous update on 09/10/2024. The financial agreement for child #2 was updated on 09/09/2025 with the previous update on 09/06/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “I had the parents look over the fee agreement and had then sign/date them.”
Core safety Jul 7, 2025 Other state visit Supervision
Water safety/Included in ratio/annual training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(iv)/3270.115(a)(8)
Observed staff person #1 supervising a group of 5 school-age children in the pool. Staff person #1 did not have current water safety training, the most recent training was completed on 06/08/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2025): “Staff person #1 completed water safety training the same day that we noticed.”
Citation Jul 7, 2025 Other state visit Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
Observed prescription and non-prescription medications in the "go-bags" which were not locked or in an area that is out of reach of children. The "go-bags" were on the ground in the grassy area next to the pool while the group was swimming. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2025): “Staff will hold the "go-bags" which contain medications at all times while at the pool to ensure that the children cannot reach the bags.”
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Core safety Jun 11, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #1 did not include the final results of the NSOR clearance prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet). The file included a request dated 05/31/2025 without the final results on file. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Corrected once we added the NSOR to the file for staff person #1.”
Citation Jun 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
Observed the hot water temperature of the sink on the right side located in the boys bathroom reached a temperature of 118° F. Observed the hot water temperature of the sink on the left side located in the girls bathroom reached a temperature of 117° F. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Hot water was shut off on site.”
Citation Jun 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
The file for staff person #1 did not include the results of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Corrected once we added the TB test results to staff #1 file.”
Citation Jun 11, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
Observed packed lunches brought from the child's home containing perishable items are not refrigerated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2025): “Main camp room has a full-sized refrigerator to use for lunches brought from home.”
Citation Jan 27, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The operator did not ensure facility person #1 received training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment and on an annual basis. Emergency plan training was not documented for facility person #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “Had a meeting with staff person #1 to go over the Emergency Plan. The training was documented and is now on file.”
Citation Jan 27, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed a can of shaving cream in an unlocked lower cabinet in the preschool classroom which was accessible to children. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “Threw the shaving cream in a trash can once it was found.”
Citation Jan 27, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The file for child #1 included a health report which was not updated at least once every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child (see LIS code sheet). The current health report on file was dated 10/21/2024 with the previous health report dated 05/24/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “Going forward I will ensure that every child has a health report done once every 12 months.”
Citation Jan 27, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
The designated staff person responsible for manually testing the fire detection system did not ensure testing was completed at least once every 30 days. The following dates exceeded the 30-day requirement: 05/01/2024 - 06/03/2024, 08/01/2024 - 09/03/2024, 11/01/2024 - 12/02/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “Going forward I will ensure that the fire alarm will be pulled every 30 days in test mode.”
Citation Jan 27, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The file for child #1 did not include a child service report with information to the family about the child's growth and development at least once every 6 months. The most recent report was completed on 12/30/2024 with the previous repot completed on 11/29/2023 with no additional reports on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “Going forward I will ensure that each child has a child service report done every 6 months.”
Core safety Jun 24, 2024 Other state visit Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for facility person #1 did not include a signed disclosure statement at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2024): “Had facility person #1 sign the disclosure statement the same day.”
Core safety Jun 24, 2024 Other state visit Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
Staff person #2 was unable to identify the names and whereabouts of the children assigned to their group. Staff person #2 was assigned to 4 children and identified 3 children in the pool. The fourth child, Child #1, was not swimming on the date of the inspection and was sitting on a grassy slope away from the pool. Staff person #2 was unable to see, hear, direct, and assess child #1 from their location in the pool.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2024): “2 floaters are built into the pool schedule for every swim. 1 floater to do bathrooms and the 2nd will have the group of children that sit out of the pool. The last day of swimming will be 08/09/2024.”
Core safety Jan 12, 2024 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
The file for facility person #3 did not include a signed disclosure statement at the time of initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “A Facility persons staff record will include a copy of requests for clearances and signed disclosure statement.”
Citation Jan 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed a large bottle of hand sanitizer labeled "Keep out of reach of children" on a counter in the preschool classroom which was accessible to children. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2024): “The hand sanitizer was removed from the counter and placed out of reach of children.”
Citation Jan 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
Observed the hot water temperature iof the sinks located the men's and woman's bathrooms, which are used by children in care, reached a temperature of 114° F - 119° F. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2024): “The plan of correction would be the temperature of the sinks located in the men's and woman's bathrooms was lowered to maintain a temperature under 110 degrees F.”
Citation Jan 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Observed the men's bathroom used by children in care did not have handwashing signs posted at each toilet and sink. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2024): “Handwashing signs were posted at each toilet and sink in the men's bathroom.”
Citation Jan 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed plastic toys bins on the shelf in the preschool classroom which were cracked. Observed a middle shelf on the toy bin shelf which was loose due to the shelf bracket no longer being attached to the shelf.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “The bins were removed and replaced, and the loose shelf was repaired.”
Citation Jan 12, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The file for child #1 included a health report which was not completed within 12 months of the previous health report as required for an older toddler or preschool child (see LIS code sheet). The current health report on file was dated 08/29/2023 with the previous dated 03/21/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2024): “Each child enrolled will have to get a an updated health report a year within the current one on file.”
Citation Jan 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The director or designated staff person did not ensure a manual test of the fire detection system was completed and documented at least once every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Fire detection devices or systems will be tested once every 30 days.”
Citation Jan 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The director did not ensure a written evaluation for staff person #2 was completed within 12 months of the previous evaluation. The current evaluation on file was dated 11/20/2023 with the previous evaluation dated 07/06/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2024): “There will be a written evaluation of staff on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.”
Citation Jan 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
A child service report for child #1 and #2 providing information to the family about the child's growth and development was not completed at least once every 6 months. The file for child #1 included a CSR which was completed on 11/30/2023 and was completed more than 6 months from the child's enrollment date (see LIS code sheet). The file for child #2 did not include a child service report within 6 months of the child's enrollment date (see LIS code sheet). Child service reports are completed annually in lieu of every 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “A child service report was completed for child #2 and will be completed every 6 months.”
Citation Jan 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The file for staff person #1 did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. The file included 5 hours of documented training between 08/2022 - 08/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Staff person #1 will complete additional hours of training to meet the annual minimum of 12 hours of child care training.”
Follow-up Aug 3, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children/Staff:child ratios while swimming 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)/3270.115(a)(5)
Continued noncompliance previously cited on 07/21/2023. Observed a group of 47 school age children swimming during an excursion. When asked to identify their groups, staff identified a total of 46 children. 1 of the children was not identified by staff. Staff:child ratio while children are swimming is 1:6 for YSA and 1:8 for older school age. Initially staff person #5 stated there were 48 children. Staff person #1 identified 3 children. Staff person #2 identified 5 children. Staff person #3 identified 5 children. Staff person #4 identified 6 children. Staff person #5 was an extra staff person and was not assigned to a specific group. Staff person #6 identified 6 children. Staff person #7 identified 5 children. Staff person #8 identified 4 children. Staff person #9 identified 6 children. Staff person #10 identified 6 children. When asked a second time each staff person identified the same children in their groups. When the children were assembled into their assigned groups, it was discovered that staff person #7 had 6 children (not 5 as previous identified) in their group and staff person #7 had missed one of the children the first 2 times they were asked to identify their assigned…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 23, 2023): “Each staff person is assigned to a color group of 6 children for the pool. The staff member and children will wear colored wrist bands to identify their swim group. The camp leader will fill out swim sheet to break down the swim groups and master copy will be kept. *The last day of swimming away…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Jul 21, 2023 Other state visit Supervision
General Health and Safety/Lifeguard training/supervision 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.115(a)(6)
Observed staff person #10, the person certified in lifeguard training, was the only lifeguard on duty while other patrons were swimming at the same location. The lifeguard was also employed by the swim club and was requested to guard the entire pool while the children from the facility were also swimming at the location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Going forward our lifeguard will only be responsible for our children. The pool will have another lifeguard responsible for the public.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jul 21, 2023 Other state visit Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
Upon arrival, observed staff person #5, standing outside the entrance to the locker room while one of the children was using the bathroom located in the locker room. Staff person #5 was unable to see, hear, direct and assess the remaining 4 children in their group, who were in the pool from their location at the building.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “If one child has to use the bathroom, then the whole group has to get out of the pool. This way we can ensure all child of that group are supervised.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jul 21, 2023 Other state visit Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children/Staff:child ratios while swimming 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)/3270.115(a)(5)
Observed a group of 39 school age children swimming during an excursion. When asked to identify their groups staff identified a total of 35 children. 4 of the children were not identified by staff. Staff:child ratio while children are swimming is 1:6 for YSA and 1:8 for older school age. Staff person #1 identified 6 children. Staff person #2 identified 6 children. Staff person #3 identified 6 children. Staff person #4 identified 6 children. Staff person #5 identified 5 children and staff person #6 identified 6 children. Staff person #7, #8 and #9 stated they were extra staff and were not assigned to a specific group.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Swim groups will be made daily to ensure that all children have are assigned to a staff person.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 21, 2023 Other state visit Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include signed parental consent for swimming. Child #1 was observed in the pool while on an excursion that included swimming.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Had parent sign off that the child could swim at the pool.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Observed an electrical outlet in the preschool classroom which lacked a protective receptacle cover and was accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2023): “Staff will do a daily check to make sure that all outlet covers are in place.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Observed the sinks and the handicap stall in the women's bathroom lacked hand washing signs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2023): “Handwashing signs were posted. When using the bathroom the staff will do a check to ensure all signs are still in place”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
Observed the bathroom in the hallway across from the child care classrooms was not equipped with a lidded waste receptacle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2023): “A lidded waste receptacle was placed in the bathroom. Staff will check daily to ensure its still in the bathroom.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The file for child #1 did not include an updated health report at least once every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child (see LIS code sheet). The most recent health report on file was dated 01/19/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2023): “An updated health report has been submitted by the parent and is on file. Made a spread sheet with the children's date for the health report.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
The file for child #1 and child #2 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked an influenza immunization. The file for child #3 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a current influenza immunization.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2023): “When health records are handed in, they will be checked for all immunizations. Updated immunizations or an exemption letter will be requested from the parent.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The annual emergency drill conducted in Spring 2022 was not documented and on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2023): “Going forward I will make sure that I document the drills right after they happen.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
A written evaluation for staff person #1 was not completed every 12 months; the most recent evaluation on file was completed on 12/29/2022 with the previous dated 06/25/2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2023): “I made a spread sheet with all staff and what needs to be done every year to keep track of it.”
Citation Jan 24, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The agreement for child #3 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2023): “Fee amount was added to the agreement. When enrolling children in the program, I will ensure that the agreement fee is filled in.”
Core safety Feb 17, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Included in ratio/annual training 55 Pa. Code §3270.115(a)(8)
On 03/11/2022, observed staff person #1 and #2 did not have current water safety instruction while on the pool deck supervising children swimming in the pool.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2022): “Staff person #1 and #2 received water safety instruction on March 18, 2022”
Citation Feb 17, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
On 03/04/2022, the file for child #1, a 3-year-old, included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a current influenza immunization. The file for child #2, a 4-year-old, included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked an influenza immunization.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2022): “Parents of both Child #1 and Child #2 submitted a document explaining why their child did not receive the flu vaccine. This documentation will be kept in the child's file.”
Citation Feb 17, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
On 02/17/2022, observed the written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2022): “Notification of safe routes was posted on the parent board located outside the classroom on 3/25/22.”
Citation Feb 17, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
On 03/04/2022, observed the file for child #3 (enrollment date 11/29/2021) included an initial health report which was not submitted within 60 days of the first day of attendance at the facility; the health assessment on file was dated 02/04/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2022): “Initial child health report that was submitted prior to enrollment for child #3 is on file and was submitted to OCDEL on 3/24/22. The most updated health report dated 2/4/22 was sent instead of the original.”

“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
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $60.25 $45.20
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $60.25 $45.20
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $60.25 $45.20

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 141 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 6, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 3, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Harrisburg Area YMCA
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 935-9622
State certificate # CER-00251635
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Common questions

Has YMCA Sacc Friendship Y had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 9 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 Jul 7, 2025 (supervision): “Observed staff person #1 supervising a group of 5 school-age children in the pool. Staff person #1 did not have current water safety training, the most recent training was completed on 06/08/2024.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about YMCA Sacc Friendship Y?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at YMCA Sacc Friendship Y since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is YMCA Sacc Friendship Y’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 YMCA Sacc Friendship Y compare with other daycares in Harrisburg?

It is tied for #36 of 75 centers in Harrisburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was YMCA Sacc Friendship Y last inspected?

Jan 14, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does YMCA Sacc Friendship Y cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $60.25 for preschool, $60.25 for young school-age, $60.25 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs YMCA Sacc Friendship Y?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Harrisburg Area YMCA.

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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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