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Adams County Christian Academy
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About Adams County Christian Academy
Adams County Christian Academy is a child care center in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 38 children.
It describes a Faith-based approach.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 48 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Faith-based
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- Type
- Child care center
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- Hours today
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- Licensed capacity
- 38 children
Hours
Hours
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Programs
Programs and care
| Approach | Faith-based |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 38 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Adams County Christian Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 38 children
- License number
- #CER-00255539
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 7 visits · 48 rules in all · 39 corrected
- Records and paperwork 11
- Health, medication and illness 10
- Safety and hazards 8
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Background checks 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Transportation 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- 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.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Aug 3, 2026Complaint investigation6 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The operator could not provide documentation of volunteer person #1 to having received training regarding the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The individual file for volunteer person #1 does not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The individual file for volunteer person #1 does not contain a NSOR Certificate. The individual file for volunteer person #1 does not contain a DHS volunteer FBI clearance. The individual file for volunteer person #1 does not contain a signed Volunteer Disclosure Statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.53(a)/3270.53(b) Counted in staff:child ratio /Counted for capacity
“It was indicated through interviews with staff members that staff person #1 would bring their 3 children to the facility and children would be cared for in child care space and children were not counted in ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“It was observed on the day of inspection, that children's hands in the infant/young toddler classroom were not washed prior to being served lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“It was observed that staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not wash their hands prior to serving the children lunch in the infant/young toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026
Aug 3, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The operator could not provide documentation of volunteer person #1 to having received training regarding the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The individual file for volunteer person #1 does not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The individual file for volunteer person #1 does not contain a NSOR Certificate. The individual file for volunteer person #1 does not contain a DHS volunteer FBI clearance. The individual file for volunteer person #1 does not contain a signed Volunteer Disclosure Statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.53(a)/3270.53(b) Counted in staff:child ratio /Counted for capacity
“It was indicated through interviews with staff members that staff person #1 would bring their 3 children to the facility and children would be cared for in child care space and children were not counted in ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“It was observed on the day of inspection, that children's hands in the infant/young toddler classroom were not washed prior to being served lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“It was observed that staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not wash their hands prior to serving the children lunch in the infant/young toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026
Jul 27, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The director could not provide proof of an emergency drill having been conducted annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 AND PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2026
Mar 17, 2026Inspection17 rules cited
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“The individual file for staff person #2 does not contain a written report of an initial health assessment. The individual file for staff person #1 does not contain results of an initial tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2026
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The individual file for staff person #1 does not include verification of education prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2026
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“At the time of inspection, it was indicated by the director that a second copy of reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses are not maintained at the facility in an accident file.”
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“It was observed in the infant classroom, 2 bottles containing formula and 1 glass container containing breastmilk were not labeled with the children's names.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
3270.166(1) Written statement
“Written formula and feeding schedules have not been obtained from the parents of the enrolled infants.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“It was observed that a staff member in the infant classroom cleaned an able-bodied child's hands with a baby wipe after being diapered rather than using soap and running water.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact forms for children #3 and #5 do not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact forms for children #6 and #8 do not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact forms for children #2 and #7 do not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The individual files for children #1-8 contained the original agreements.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The service agreement for child #1 did not specify the date of the child's admission. (corrected on site)”
3270.106(e)/3270.119 Seasonal coverings/Infant sleep position
“It was observed in the infant classroom that a crib sheet being used was not the appropriate size for the mattress in the crib creating a potential suffocation hazard.”
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed in the bathroom used by preschool children, Raid insect spray and other cleaning sprays were being stored in the cabinet under the sink that was not locked or made inaccessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The individual file for staff person #1 does not include a receipt that an FBI clearance has been requested and does not include a DHS FBI clearance. The individual file for staff person #2 does not include a documentation stating that an NSOR certificate has been requested and does not include an NSOR certificate.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for child #8 does not include the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
- Nov 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 18, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.81 Glass
“Upon inspection of each new childcare space and the entry way doors, it was found that the glass doors did not have a visual strip or other visual identification placed on the glass.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.71 Heat Source
“Upon inspection of each new childcare space, it was found that the hot water in the hand washing sink tested at 115 degrees Fahrenheit in both the Infant childcare space and the older toddler/preschool childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“Upon inspection of each of the new childcare spaces, it was found that a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the infant childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
May 13, 2025Inspection20 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #3 and Child #4 emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual[s] designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“Upon visual inspection of the outdoor equipment, it was found that at least 3-4 pieces of playground equipment were embedded into the ground, but did not have loose fill or other approved playground surface covering.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #2 emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #2 and Child #4 did not have the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Upon discussion with the facility director, it was found that the current facility emergency plans did not include details related to the continuity of operations in the event of a site emergency. In addition, it was found that no record was made of initial employment emergency plan training for either Facility Person #1 or Facility Person #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“Upon discussion of the facility emergency plans with the director, it was found that a letter explaining the emergency procedures was not provided to the parents at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 does not contain a signed disclosure statement. The file of facility person #2 contains a volunteer copy of a completed child abuse [dated 4.15.22]. The file does not contain a copy of request(s) for the approved PA Child Abuse Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3270.34(b)(4)/3270.192(2)(ii) Associate's, 30 credits + 4 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Facility Person #2 self-identified as performing in the director role at the facility. An inspection of the personnel file found that documentation of 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field was not included, nor did the file include verification of 4 years of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2025
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Upon inspection, Facility Person #1 was observed to be performing in an Assistant Group Supervisor role. The personnel file for Facility Person #1 did not contain any records of verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility. Also, a valid college transcript was not included into the file to verify current status and coursework completion.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2025
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During discussion with the facility director, it was found that the operator had not created or sent a notification to local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2025
3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that a valid service agreement was not on file for Child #1 - Child #5.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #3 and Child #4 record did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, which the facility acknowledged was part of their programming.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“Upon inspection of the physical site in the preschool childcare space, it was found that the first aid kit was placed in a location accessible to children in care at that time.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“Upon inspection of the physical site area, it was found that the current facility emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #2 and Child #4 record did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that Facility Person #1 and #2 did not have a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that Facility Person #1 and #2 did not have a valid health assessments on file at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2025
3270.131(a)(3)/3270.182(1) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year/Initial and subsequent health reports
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that valid health assessments were not on file for Child #1, Child #3 and Child #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Upon inspection of the preschool childcare space, it was found that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not created and/or displayed in a conspicuous location in that space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Upon inspection of all spaces used by children in care, it was found that an area approximately one foot square in the female restroom had peeling paint and damaged wall surfaces on the lower wall of the stall area.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Adams County Christian Academy
Is Adams County Christian Academy licensed?
Yes. Adams County Christian Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Adams County Christian Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Adams County Christian Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 48 rules across 6 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 39 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 Adams County Christian Academy care for?
38, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Adams County Christian Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Adams County Christian Academy's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (717) 334-9177 to confirm.
How much does Adams County Christian Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 334-9177 to ask.
What is Adams County Christian Academy's phone number?
(717) 334-9177.
Where is Adams County Christian Academy?
1865 Biglerville Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325. The nearest other daycare we list is KCE Champions LLC at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic, 1.5 miles away.