YMCA Sacc Friendship Y
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
The agreement for child #4 did not include the date of the child's admission. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
The file for staff person #1 did not include the results of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment (see LIS code sheet).
Observed packed lunches brought from the child's home containing perishable items are not refrigerated.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The file for facility person #1 did not include a signed disclosure statement at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet).
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.
The file for facility person #3 did not include a signed disclosure statement at the time of initial employment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Observed the sinks and the handicap stall in the women's bathroom lacked hand washing signs.
Observed the bathroom in the hallway across from the child care classrooms was not equipped with a lidded waste receptacle.
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.
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.
The annual emergency drill conducted in Spring 2022 was not documented and on file at the facility.
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.
The agreement for child #3 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
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.
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.
On 02/17/2022, observed the written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
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.
“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
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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