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10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown

201 W King St # 203, Lancaster, PA 17603
licensed capacity
41
open each week
5 days

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About 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown

10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown is a child care center in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 41 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 46 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
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41 children

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MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
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Inspection reports for 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown

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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 13, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 46 rules in all · 46 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 11
  • Health, medication and illness 9
  • Records and paperwork 8
  • Staff training and qualifications 6
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Supervision and ratios 4
  • Background checks 3
  • Safe sleep 1

For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.

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  1. Feb 13, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “A container of Windex was observed on a shelf within reach of children receiving care in the space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “According to the log on file at the time of inspection, the fire detection system was more recently tested 1/13/26 (31 days prior). (CORRECTED ON SITE)”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026

  2. Jan 13, 2026Inspection14 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “A board game shelf in the school age space was broken.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “Written evaluations for the following staff were due in December, but were not completed until 1/13/26: Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “The fire safety trainings on file for staff person #7 were dated in April of 2024, and subsequently more than 12 months later in July of 2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “The pediatric first aid and CPR training on file for staff person #7 expired in April of 2025, but was not updated until May of 2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.21/3270.102(a) General Health and Safety/Clean and good repair

      “The facility transports children to school in a 10-passenger van. The vehicle sustained front driver's side damage as a result of an accident. Visible damage was observed to the headlight and the fender. The damage prevents the driver's side door from opening fully. Additionally, the vehicle is past due for inspection (due 9/25).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “The emergency contact information on file for child #5 did not include the child's health insurance policy number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(b) Parent receives original

      “Originals of agreements were on file for children #1, #4, and #5.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The agreements on file for children #2, #3, and #5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record

      “Child #2 (infant) has been enrolled for more than 60 days. The child's record did not include an initial health report. The record for child #2 also did not include 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) showing that the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The emergency contact information on file for child #1 did not include the enrolling parent's work address.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(3) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Dismissal policy

      “The most recent immunization record on file for child #1 was not in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The record did not include documentation that the child has received the 4th age appropriate Dtap dose. The facility did not implement dismissal policies.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The most recent health assessment on file for staff person #1 was more than 24 months old (dated 10/2023).”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact information on file for child #2 did not include an address and telephone number for a listed release person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “The health assessments on file for (preschool aged) children #1 and #4 were past due to be updated. The most recent health report on file for child #1 was dated in July of 2024. The most recent health report on file for child #4 was dated in September of 2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

  3. Aug 19, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant

      “According to the on file at the time of inspection, more than 30 days have lapsed since the last manual test of the fire detection system. The last time a system test was logged was on 6/27/25. A smoke detector located in the child care space was chirping.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “Two pack-and-plays were stacked and in front of the rear door of the building, obstructing access to the exit. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for facility person #1 included just one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “A ceiling tile in the kitchen had signs of water damage (water stained and sagging).”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “According to the log on file at the time of inspection, the most recent fire drill took place more than 60 days ago. The last drill logged was dated 6/2/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The record for staff person #1 included documentation of education from another country. From the documentation on file, certification staff are unable to determine the level of education the staff person has attained and therefore the staff person's qualification level.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.193(a) Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

      “The filing cabinet that stored facility person records was unlocked. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when facility person #1 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed NSOR certificate, and the PA state police clearance as required under the CPSL. The record did not contain a copy of the request for the criminal history clearance as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The individual was observed working with children at the time of inspection. The criminal history clearance has since been provided.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “An area of peeling paint was observed on the wall on the gross motor room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025

  4. Jan 23, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The most recent health assessments on file for staff person #1 were dated 2/25/22 and subsequently more than 24 months later on 1/9/25. Staff person returned to work without a valid health assessment on file. The updated health assessment on file was dated 44 days after the return date.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

      “Original agreements were on file for children 1-5. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “An infant bassinet was not labeled for the use of a specific child. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant

      “Manual tests of the fire detection system were conducted on 12/20/24, and more than 30 days later on 1/23/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “The first aid kit located in the backpack did not contain scissors. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The staff evaluations on file for staff person #5 were dated 2/6/23 and subsequently more than 12 months later in December of 2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Staff person #1's previous child abuse clearance expired on 4/4/24 and an updated clearance was not on file at the time of inspection. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Staff person #3's previous mandated reporter training expired on 1/15/25 and an updated training was not on file at the time of inspection. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Upon beginning work in the facility, staff person #4's record did not contain applicable out of state clearances as required under the CPSL, and did not contain a copy of request for the out of state clearances as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. Staff person #5's previous mandated reporter training expired on 1/31/24 and an updated training was not on file at the time of inspection. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Clearances for staff person #6 expired during the previous year and were not updated timely. The PA state police expired 6/19/24, but was not updated until 6/29/24. The Child Abuse clearance expired 6/19/24, but was not updated until 7/8/24. The NSOR on file for staff person #8 expired 1/16/25, and an updated clearance was not on file. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “The fire safety trainings on file for staff person #7 were dated in November of 2023, and subsequently more than 12 months later in January of 2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a) Health information

      “The initial health report on file for child 3 was dated 161 days after the first day of attendance at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “Fire drills were conducted on 12/13/23, and subsequently more than 60 days later on 2/22/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025

  5. Jan 22, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “The pediatric first aid and CPR trainings on file for staff persons 1, 2, and 3 expired at the end of July 2023, and were not updated until January of 2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.134(a) Child's hands washed

      “The toddler group was then observed playing, and then went to the table to eat lunch. Hands were not washed before the mealtime.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Toddlers were observed on multiple occasions running away from the staff (away from their designated child care space and/or during transitions). The toddlers were running to a space where they were unable to be supervised by staff. Staff responsible for the supervision of the group were not quick to retrieve the children that left the group, nor were they making adjustments to ensure supervision was maintained.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant

      “More than 30 days lapsed between manual tests for the fire detection system on 12/5/23 and subsequently 1/22/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Updated clearances were not obtained timely for staff person 3. The staff person's state police clearance expired on 9/24/23, but was not updated until 12/28/23. The staff person's child abuse clearance expired on 9/30/23, but was not updated until 12/29/23. The staff person's FBI clearance expired on 10/5/18, but was not updated until 12/29/23. Staff person 4 began working in a child care position with incomplete provisional hire paperwork on file. The staff person's NSOR request was sent 22 days after start date. The clearance has since been obtained.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The emergency contact form and financial agreement on file for child 1 were not updated timely. Parent signatures were dated 8/2022 and subsequently 8/2023.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment

      “The most recent health assessment on file for staff person 6 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. The health assessment also did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The health assessment update on file for staff person 1 was not obtained timely. The health assessments were dated in May of 2021, and subsequently more than 24 months later in January of 2024. The most recent health assessment on file for staff person 5 was dated in July of 2021, and is past due to be updated. The health assessment update on file for staff person 6 was not obtained timely. The health assessments were dated in October of 2021, and subsequently more than 24 months later in January of 2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact information on file for child 1 did not include a complete address for a listed release person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “More than a year lapsed between fire safety trainings for the following staff persons: Staff person 2: The trainings on file were dated 7/2022 and subsequently 1/2024 Staff person 3: The trainings on file were dated 8/2022 and subsequently 1/2024 Staff person 4: The trainings on file were dated 7/2022 and subsequently 1/2024 Staff person 8: The trainings on file were dated 8/2022 and subsequently 1/2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2024

  6. Apr 4, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Transportation

      3270.124(d) Excursions

      “At the time of the renewal inspection follow up visit to verify corrections, the plan of corrections for the violation citing 3270.124d on SIN-00217208 had not been fully implemented. On 4/4/23, the emergency contact information that was brought on a walking excursion did not include emergency contact forms for two of the children that were brought on the walk.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “When preschool/toddler staff were asked to identify which specific children they were responsible for upon returning from a walk, only 10 of the 11 children were accounted for in the care groups.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited

      “Upon arrival to the facility, certification staff observed a toddler sitting in a stroller in the childcare space. The child was strapped into the seat, which restricted the child's movement. The child was removed from the stroller about 10 minutes later.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2023

  7. Jan 5, 2023Inspection31 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(ii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The records for staff persons 1, 2, 5, 6, and 8 did not contain documentation of 12 clock hours of childcare training. The staff persons listed have all been employed for more than a year. 8 hours were on file for staff 5 and 2 for staff 6”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a) Health information

      “The initial health report on file for child 2 was not obtained timely (dated 97 days after first day of attendance).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “The diapering trashcan located in the bathroom was not "hands free".”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “The immunization records on file for children 1, and 2 were not in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The records also did not include parental exemption notes. Child 1 - Did not include documentation of 12-18 month immunizations (Pneumococcal, Influenza, MMR, Varicella) Child 2- Did not include documentation of an annual influenza vaccine.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The records for staff persons 1, 2, 5, and 8 did not include the Pennsylvania Health and Safety update training which was to be completed by 12/30/2022. The health and safety update training on file for staff persons 6 and 9 were completed after the deadline of 12/30/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months

      “The most recent health assessment on file for child 1(young toddler) was more than 6 months old.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.21/3270.32(a) General Health and Safety/Comply with CPSL

      “Staff person#2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 4/13/17. Staff person 9 did not complete the updated mandated reporter training within 60 months. The mandated reporter training expired on 7/9/22 and an update was not completed until 1/11/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “At the time of inspection, there was no documentation on file that the following staff persons have been trained on the emergency plan (either within 90 days of initial hire or annually). Staff 4, 5, 7, and 8”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “The records for staff persons 2, 6, 8, and 9 did not contain documentation of annual fire safety training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2023

    • Transportation

      3270.124(d) Excursions

      “Emergency contact information did not accompany the group on their walk away from the facility. A condensed report (that did not meet the requirements of being "emergency contact information") was in the backpack that is brought with staff when they go on walks away from the facility.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact information on file for child 4 did not include an address for a listed release person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “The diaper changing pad located in the bathroom was torn and the inner foam was exposed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee

      “The agreement on file for child 4 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “The record for staff person 3 did not include documentation of completing the 10 hour health and safety training. The 6 hour training was on file (1/28/19), but it was dated after the switch to the 10 hour training (7/1/2018). Staff person #8 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric first aid and CPR (has been employed for more than a year).”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “The following clearances on file for staff person 2 were more than 5 years old, and updated clearances were not on file. State police clearance 4/26/17, Child Abuse clearance 5/1/17, and FBI clearance 5/8/17. The record for staff person 5 did not include a signed disclosure statement. Staff person 7 began employment at the facility without a completed NSOR on file, nor documentation that the NSOR had been requested. The NSOR on file for staff person 7 was obtained 110 days after start date. The FBI clearance on file for staff person 9 expired on 6/27/22 and was not updated until 1/13/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The emergency contact information on file for child 4 did not include the enrolling parent's home address.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact information on file for child 1 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times

      “The agreement on file for child 4 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “Children 1, 2, 3, and 5 have been enrolled in the program for more than 6 months. Their files do not include completed Child Service Reports (or approved alternatives).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The records for staff persons 2, 3, 5, 6, and 8 did not include staff evaluations that were less than 12 months old. All staff listed have been employed for more than 12 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant

      “The facility did not have an operable smoke detector in the basement of the facility. According to the log on file at the time of inspection, more than 30 days lapsed between the following manual tests of the fire detection system: 5/2/22-7/3/22, 8/2/22-9/8/22, and 12/2/22-1/5/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.66(a)/3270.76 Locked or inaccessible/Building Surfaces

      “The gate to the kitchen area was not installed properly and would not close, allowing access to the kitchen area which contained cleaning materials. A hand sanitizer dispenser was observed on the wall in an area accessible to children. The dispenser contained hand-sanitizer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “Staff person 7 is serving as an aide at the facility and has documentation of at least an 8th grade education on file. The record does not include documentation of 2,500 hours of child care experience.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.62(b)(2) Toddler - 50 sq ft/child

      “7 toddlers were observed in the indoor play space which measures for 5 toddlers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “The handle of the sink (near front door) popped off when lifted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles

      “The trash cans in the toilet areas were not lidded.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “The thermometer in the refrigerator was reading at 50° F.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The record for staff person 4 included just 1 written, nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.183(a)/3270.193(a) Locked cabinet/Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

      “The staff and child files were observed laying on a table in the childcare facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.161(a) Wholesome

      “The following food items stored in the refrigerator were either spoiled (moldy), or were past the expirartion / "use by" date. -Bread, use by 8/27/22 -Opened jar of Prego was moldy -Garlic jar, expired 11/21/22 -Eggs, use by 12/24/22 -Hog dogs, use by 12/23/22 -Carrots, use by 12/5/22, 12/13/22, 10/2/22 and 10/30/22 -Cheese, use by 12/11/22 -Cream cheese, moldy -Rotting and/or moldy onion and potatoes”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “At the time of inspection, the operator had not yet submitted the emergency plan to the local municipality.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023

  8. Apr 12, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.37(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) Aide qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “Staff person 1 was serving as an aide at the facility at the time of inspection. The staff person's record did not include sufficient documentation to show the staff person was qualified to serve in the role at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “The following non-compliance from the 2/14/22 renewal inspection had not been corrected per the providers plan of corrections: Child 1 - The child record did not include 15-24m immunizations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2022

  9. Feb 14, 2022Inspection27 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “Infant children were observed sleeping in pack & plays that had less than three feet of space around three sides of the rest equipment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2022

    • Safe sleep

      3270.119 Infant sleep position

      “An infant child was placed down to nap on their stomach.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid

      “The agreement on file for child 3 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged, and the date on which the fee is the fee is to be paid.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times

      “The agreement on file for child 3 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact information on file for child 4 did not include a complete address for the child's physician.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The emergency contact information on file for child 1 did not include the enrolling parent's work address and work telephone number. The emergency contact information on file for child 4 did not include the enrolling parent's complete home address.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact information on file for child 4 did not include addresses for 2 of the listed release persons.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “Emergency contact information was not present in the child care spaces.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “The vaccine records on file for children 1, 2, and 5 were not updated in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Child 1 - The record did not include the child's 4 and 6 month immunizations. Child 2 - The record did not include 15-24m immunizations. Child 5 - The record did not include the child's 6 month immunizations.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “The diaper trash can being used in the infant space was not "hands free".”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

      “The most recent health assessment on file for staff person 1 was more than 24 months old (dated September 2019). An updated health assessment was not on file Staff person 4 began employment on 10/27/2021. Her TB test results were more than 12 months old at hire (dated 6/2018) The most recent health assessment on file for staff person 4 was more than 24 months old (dated October of 2018). An updated health assessment was not on file”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

      “The most recent health assessment on file for staff person 6 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.161(a) Wholesome

      “Expired food and food in damaged cans were observed in the cabinet and in the refrigerator (CORRECTED ON SITE).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2022

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(3) Disposable nursers or parents

      “Reusable bottles were being used to feed infants. Bottles were not being provided daily by the parent, nor being washed in a commercial dishwasher OR sterilized in a bottle sterilizer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.183(a)/3270.193(a) Locked cabinet/Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

      “Upon arrival for inspection, both child files and staff files were observed laying out on a table in the main area of the facility and in an unlocked filing cabinet.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The record for staff person 3 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “At the time of inspection, the operator was unable to provide documentation that an annual emergency drill had taken place.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant

      “At the time of inspection, the facility did not have proof of purchase on file for the interconnected fire detection system.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Peeling paint was observed on the green banister (stairwell to 2nd floor), and on the wall near the moon. Plaster aws damaged on the wall near the height chart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “The emergency plan parent letter did not include information about emergency drills being conducted at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The most recent DHS FBI clearance on file for staff person 1 was more than 5 years old and was past due to be updated (dated 10/9/2015). The most recent mandated reporter training on file for staff person 1 was more than 5 years old and is past due to be updated (dated 6/10/2015). The most recent DHS FBI clearance on file for staff person 3 was more than 5 years old and was past due to be updated (dated 2/3/2017). Staff person 4 began employment at the facility on 10/27/2021. The staff record did not include the required NSOR certificate, and the mandated reporter on file was more than 5 years old.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The record for staff persons 1, 2, and 6 did not include annual evaluations from the previous year.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “Uncovered electrical outlets were observed in the bathrooms and on a power strip in the child care space. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “The cleaning product refill station (disinfectant & all purpose cleaner) was located in the kitchen (in an area accessible to the children). A Glade air freshener was observed in a bathroom within reach of the children. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “A door to a bathroom used by the children had a large hole on the outside surface. A propane torch was observed in an unlocked stairwell right off the child care space. Paint, sealant, and construction debris were observed at the base of the stairs.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “Items from the facility were being stored in both of the stairwells, creating obstructed walkways.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “A stool used by children had a large crack in the plastic. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown licensed?

Yes. 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 13, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 46 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 46 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown care for?

41, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 293-3232 to ask.

What is 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown's phone number?

(717) 293-3232.

Where is 10 Hour Care Daycare Center Downtown?

201 W King St # 203, Lancaster, PA 17603. The nearest other daycare we list is Bright Beginners Daycare & Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).