Learning and Sharing Child Development Center
335 Front St, New Cumberland, PA
4.8· 15 reviews
Bless the Children Academy
- licensed capacity
- 88
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Bless the Children Academy
Bless the Children Academy is a child care center in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 88 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 88 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 88 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bless the Children Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Bless the Children Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
- Capacity
- 88 children
- License number
- #CER-00253905
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 1, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 9 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Other rules 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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Jul 1, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“It was observed that the fire detection log showed that the system was not tested at least every 30 days. 7/6/26-8/12/26 (37 days) 8/12/26-9/15/26 (34 Days)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2026
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“It was observed that the facility did not have a director at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.24(a) Immediate access
“On 6/16/26 a 30-day renewal notification was sent to facility person #1 that included a request for availability. Facility person #1 responded on 6/23/26 that the only date that the center would be closed was 7/3/26. Certification representative replied to the email on 6/23/26 and acknowledged the blackout dates provided. On 6/26/26, certification representative re-sent the 30-day renewal notice as a reminder. On 7/1/26, certification representative arrived at the facility at 9: AM, attempting to conduct a renewal inspection, there was no answer at the door after multiple knocks and ringing of the doorbell.”
Jul 1, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“It was observed that the fire detection log showed that the system was not tested at least every 30 days. 7/6/26-8/12/26 (37 days) 8/12/26-9/15/26 (34 Days)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2026
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“It was observed that the facility did not have a director at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.24(a) Immediate access
“On 6/16/26 a 30-day renewal notification was sent to facility person #1 that included a request for availability. Facility person #1 responded on 6/23/26 that the only date that the center would be closed was 7/3/26. Certification representative replied to the email on 6/23/26 and acknowledged the blackout dates provided. On 6/26/26, certification representative re-sent the 30-day renewal notice as a reminder. On 7/1/26, certification representative arrived at the facility at 9: AM, attempting to conduct a renewal inspection, there was no answer at the door after multiple knocks and ringing of the doorbell.”
Mar 25, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“At the time of the initial inspection the fire detection system was not in working order.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that third toilet in the bathroom had a seat with chipping paint and did not fit correctly. (Corrected on site.)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“It was observed that the first aid kit in the preschool classroom did not have a pair of tweezers. (Corrected on site.)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“It was observed at the time of the inspection that the infant, toddler, and afterschool spaces did not have first aid kits. (Corrected on site.)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed in the infant and afterschool classrooms that there were plug-in air fresheners in reach of the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“It was observed that the facility had not sent their plan to the local municipality. (Corrected on site.)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
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FAQ
Questions about Bless the Children Academy
Is Bless the Children Academy licensed?
Yes. Bless the Children Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Bless the Children Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 1, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bless the Children Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Bless the Children Academy care for?
88, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Bless the Children Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bless the Children Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bless the Children Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 799-9333 to ask.
What is Bless the Children Academy's phone number?
(717) 799-9333.
Where is Bless the Children Academy?
608 Market St, New Cumberland, PA 17070. The nearest other daycare we list is Inspiration Station Early Learning Center, 0.3 miles away.