Ywca Child Development Center
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About the Provider
The Grace M. Pollock Child Development Center provides all-day care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age. The facility is fully licensed and regulated by the Department of Welfare. As a participant in the STARS program, the center is constantly improving methods by which enrolled children are nurtured and prepared for primary education. For more information, rates or to schedule a tour of the daycare facility, please call 717-724-2249.
Hours of Operation
- Monday7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Inspection Date | Reason | Description | Status |
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| 2026-04-08 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the health insurance coverage nor policy number. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1's parent will be providing the health insurance information and policy number to be added to the emergency contact form. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(1) - Child's health history | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(1) Description: Child's health history Noncompliance Area: The health report of child #2 did not include their health history. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's health history. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #2's health history has been added to their file. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facilities emergency plan did not include accommodations for children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency plan has been iupdated to include accommodations for children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions. The update includes things like personalized "go-kits" with necessary medications and supplies, as well as assigned staff assistance during the evacuations and accessible routes that are ADA compliant. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the child abuse clearance for staff person #1 was updated every 60 months. 10/14/20- 10/1720 (3-day lapse) Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff files will be reviewed quarterly to check for upcoming or expiring clearances. All staff requiring an update will be notified and supported in acquiring the needed clearance/ clearances. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the staff evaluations for staff persons #1, #2, and #3 did not occur every 12 months. 5/31/25 and 11/19/25 (18 months) Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director will maintain a calendar showing when staff start, complete the probation period, and when their evaluation is due. |
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| 2026-04-08 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: It was observed that in the Seahorses' bathroom there was Swiffer mopping solution in reach of the children. (Corrected on site.) Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All cleaning products have been removed from the classroom and areas that are within the children's reach, and have been locked in a secure cabinet |
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| 2026-04-08 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the base of the toilets in the Seahorse and Starfish classrooms had an excessive buildup of dirt around the. In the Whales' classroom it was observed that the sink on the right was clogged and not draining. In the Jellyfish classroom it was observed that there was chipping plaster on the corner of the wall. In the Jellyfish classroom it was observed the trash can in the classroom had an excessive buildup of dirt on the inside of the lid. (Corrected on site.) On the playground it was observed that there was a crack in the plastic doorway of the house causing a pinch point and the oven door in the house with the slide was broken causing sharp edges. (Both were corrected on site.) Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Cleaning behind the toilets and the trash cans will be added to the monthly cleaning checklist so these spots will not be missed. Any maintenance issues such as chipping paint, clogged sink, or issues causing pinch points will be documented and a maintenance request will be submitted for these to be fixed. |
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| 2025-04-01 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the operating temperature of the refrigerator in the Whales room was 50 degrees. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) .Refrigerator was replaced with a new fridge and thermometer that is capable of maintaining a 45° or below climate. |
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| 2025-04-01 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that for child # 8 and child #9, the agreement forms dated 1.8.25 ( child #8) and 1.24.25 (child #9) did not include the child's date of admission.- Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) .Moving forward agreements will specify date of admission, application and withdraw. All files were updated. |
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| 2025-04-01 | Renewal | 3270.131(e) - ACIP recommended immunization record | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e) Description: ACIP recommended immunization record Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that for Child #5, the health assessment dates exceeded the allowable 60-day time frame receipt of administered immunizations from the first day of attendance. Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will require that parents provide health assessments before the 60-day timeframe is passed. All immunizations will be monitored carefully. If immunizations are refused the family will need to provide written proof of reason for refusal of immunization by the doctor. |
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| 2025-04-01 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan, it was found that the plan did not address the continuity of operations for the facility in event of an emergency. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) YWCA Greater Harrisburg has prepared a reserved of funds that are to use in the event of an operational emergency. The funds allow for the building to be able maintained and staff salaries are continued to be paid. |
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| 2025-04-01 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #8 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): " 1.24.25 [151d] and 1.25.25.[152d]. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon hire a staff member will be given the assignment of completing the preservice training during the 30 days of hire. This allows time for the training to be rescheduled if needed. |
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| 2025-04-01 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4) Description: Hypothetical locations Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility fire safety records, it was found that the hypothetical locations were incorrectly marked as administration. Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) .Meeting will be scheduled with key staff to discuss changing the hypothetical location of each fire drill. We will include various locations on the fire drill log. |
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| 2025-04-01 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(9) - Written record | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(9) Description: Written record Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility fire safety records, it was found that names of the facility persons were missing who participated in the fire drill. Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) .All staff members who participated in a fire drill will have their names recorded in the fire drill log. |
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| 2025-02-25 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: Facility person #2 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 1/10/25. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file. Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS,) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #2, staff person/facility person/volunteer #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) That Pediatric First Aid & CPR Training for Staff # 2 was completed on 03-04-2025. Staff person was being supervised by Yohamma Serrano & Briyana Wilkerson until the First Aid & CPR Training was completed. |
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