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Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek
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About Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek
Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek is a child care center in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00256193
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 4, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 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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May 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“The adult health assessment for staff person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) dated 7/24/2025 indicates they are cleared to participate in sports; however, it does not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination nor does it include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2026
May 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the time of inspection, the trash can in the school age space did not have a lid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2025
3270.116 School-Age Children
“During the time of inspection, homework was not written on the facilities daily schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2025
May 14, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1 did not complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“It was observed that staff #2 resided in New York State within the last 5 years and did not have the required out of state clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024
- May 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 1, 2022Visit1 rule cited
3270.115(a)(6) Lifeguard training/supervision
“It was observed at the time of inspection the lifeguard (staff #1) for the younger school age children was under the pavilion, with their back turned to the pool, attending to the needs of another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2022
- May 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek
Is Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek licensed?
Yes. Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 4, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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.
Does Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 689-6412 to ask.
What is Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek's phone number?
(717) 689-6412.
Where is Gears Kids Center at Bear Creek?
1459 Sheaffer Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. The nearest other daycare we list is Gears Kids Center at East High, 0.5 miles away.