Scholars Academy of Harrisburg
4601 Devonshire Rd Suite 103, Harrisburg, PA
Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers
- licensed capacity
- 26
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers
Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers is a child care center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 26 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 70 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Child care center
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- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 26 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
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| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 26 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 26 children
- License number
- #CER-00255497
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 11, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 70 rules in all · 69 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 13
- Records and paperwork 13
- Safety and hazards 12
- Health, medication and illness 10
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Supervision and ratios 7
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Background checks 3
- Transportation 2
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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Mar 11, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“On 3/11/26, it was observed that staff person 1 had been employed longer than 90 days and did not have documentation of completion of Health and Safety Basics part 2 on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“On 3/11/26, it was observed that staff person 5 had a health assessment on file that expired on 2/20/26 and an updated health assessment was not available.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2026
Jan 9, 2026Inspection22 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff person 2 had Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file that expired on 2/28/25. No updated training was available.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff persons 2, 4, and 5 did not have emergency plan training in the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff persons 2, 4, and 5 did not have Fire Safety training in the previous 12 months. The most recent Fire Safety training on file was dated 4/24/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that verification of the facility liability insurance was not available.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff person 1 was working in a childcare space and did not have verification of a health assessment or TB test on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that the facility fire detection system had not been tested every 30 days. System was tested on 6/3/25 and the next test was on 7/9/25, which is a lapse of 36 days. System was tested on 8/4/25 and the next test was on 9/10/25, which is a lapse of 37 days. System was tested on 11/4/25 and the next test was on 12/12/25, which is a lapse of 38 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the Penguin (young toddler) classroom, on the gray wall on the left side of the play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that a tan child's chair had a crack running down the seat in the Penguin (young toddler) classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that child 1 had been enrolled longer than 6 months and did not have information on file regarding an assessment of their growth and development (Child Service Report)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 3 did not include a parent's work address and telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that an emergency drill was not held at the facility in the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff persons 2 and 4 had a health assessments on file that were expired. Staff person 2 had a health assessment on file that expired on 1/31/25. No updated health assessment was available. Staff person 4 had a health assessment on file that expired on 8/7/25. No updated health assessment was available.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff persons 2, 4, and 5 did not have an evaluation completed in the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 was observed working with children without a State Police clearance or provisional paperwork on file. Staff person 1 may not work in a childcare capacity until the State Police clearance is on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that fire drills were not held every 60 days. Fire drills were held on 7/3/25 and the next drill was recorded on 10/10/25 which a lapse of more than 60 days. No fire drill was held after 10/10/25 which is a lapse of more than 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff person #5 did not have documentation of health and safety training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file and has been employed longer than 90 days. (see LIS code sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that the bag containing the first aid kit was accessible to children in the Blue Jays (Older Toddler) classroom where it was hanging on the doorknob stopper behind the door.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that staff persons 2, 3, 4, and 5 did not have 12 training hours in the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that there were uncovered outlets in the facility. An outlet was uncovered in the Cuties (infant) classroom beside the door. An outlet was uncovered in the Owls (preschool) classroom under the window at the back of the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that child 1 had been enrolled longer than 6 months and did not have record of parent review of their emergency contact information or agreement form on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 3 did not include the child's health insurance information or policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“On 1/9/26, it was observed that the local traffic authorities had not been notified of the facility use of pedestrian and vehicle routes in the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
Jan 13, 2025Inspection21 rules cited
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that child 2 had a health assessment on file which should have been updated by the end of December 2024. No updated health assessment was available.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.166(1) Written statement
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that child 4, who is an infant, was in care and did not have an infant feeding schedule completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that children 1 and 3 had been enrolled longer that 6 months and did not have record of a file update. Child 1 had an agreement on file that had not been updated in the previous 6 months. Child 3 had an agreement and emergency contact that had not been updated in the previous 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that child 5 did not have signed parental consent on file for emergency medical care and minor first aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 3 had a disclosure statement on file that was not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2025
3270.131(a) Health information
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that child 4 had been enrolled longer than 60 days and did not have a health assessment or immunization record on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that the facility had not completed an updated traffic letter in the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 2, who had been employed for longer than 90 days did not have documentation of emergency plan training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 1 had a pediatric first aid/CPR training on file that expired on 12/23/24. Staff person 1 may not work alone with children until new pediatric first aid/CPR training is completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: pediatric first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 3 was filling the role of an Assistant Group Supervisor and did not have verification of 2500 hours of experience required for the position.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 2 had been employed longer than 12 months and did not have an evaluation on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that toxics were accessible to children in the Cuties/Infant classroom. Diaper creams were observed in the lower cubbies and sanitizer was observed on the floor beside the changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the Owls (preschool) classroom, in the book area.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that the green riding toy in the gross motor play area was missing a wheel.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that information about the child 2's growth and development had not been completed. Child 2 had been enrolled longer than 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that the agreement form for child 5 did not specify arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for children 4 and 5 did not include an address and phone number for the enrolling parent's work.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 4 did not include a health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 5 did not include addresses for their release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“On 1/13/25, it was observed that staff person 1 had a health assessment that expired on 12/23/24. No updated health assessment was available.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025
Apr 4, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“On 4/4/24, it was observed that staff persons 2, 3, and 4 had been employed longer than 12 months and did not have fire safety training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“On 4/4/24, it was observed that the current liability insurance was not on file at the facility. Insurance on file at the facility expired on 12/13/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2024
3270.21/3270.104(a) General Health and Safety/Clean, good repair, proper size
“On 4/3/24, it was observed that the black shelf in the Blue Jay classroom and the white shelf in the Cuties classroom were unstable and not mounted to the wall posing a falling/crushing hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“On 4/4/24, it was observed that staff persons 2, 3, and 4 did not have emergency plan training in the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“On 4/3/24, it was observed that pick up/drop off procedures with notification of safe routes was not posted at the facility. Corrected on Site.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“On 4/4/24, it was observed that child 2 had been enrolled longer than 6 months and did not have an update of their emergency contact and agreement forms.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“On 4/4/24, it was observed that child 3 was currently in attendance and did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care and first aid on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 4/4/24, it was observed that the fire system was not tested every 30 days. Test dates were as follows: 4/12/23, 7/12/23, 8/11/23, 9/12/23, 10/27/23, 2/9/24, and 4/2/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 4/4/24, it was observed that the emergency contact sheet for child 3 did not include health insurance coverage or policy information.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“On 4/4/24, it was observed that the emergency contact for child 3 did not include a physician name, address, or phone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“On 4/3/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint behind the rocking chair and on the left side of the play area in the penguin classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024
3270.75(c) Has all items
“On 4/3/24, it was observed that the first aid kit in the penguin classroom was missing tweezers. Corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 4/3/24, it was observed that paint (for the walls) was stored on the bottom shelf in the unlocked kitchen/storage area.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“On 4/4/24, it was observed that staff persons 3 and 4 had been employed longer than 12 months and did not have a staff evaluation on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 4/4/24 it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 had been employed longer than 45 days and did not have a FBI clearance on file. Provisional paperwork was dated 11/11/23. Staff person 1 may not return to work until completed clearance is on file. CORRECTED 4/8/24”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2024
Feb 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 2/15/24, it was observed that the outlet outside of the door to the Cutie classroom was uncovered. Continued non-compliance from 12/8/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2024
Dec 8, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 12/8/23, it was observed that the outlet cover was missing on the outlet between the door to the Cuties Classroom and the hallway to the Penguins Classroom.”
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“On 12/8/23, it was observed that ratio was not met in the gross motor play space. Continued non-compliance from 11/1/23. At approximately 8:45 AM, staff person 1 was present in the gross motor play space with 2 infants and 3 young and older toddlers while staff person 2 was in the kitchen with one child for about 2-5 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 12/8/23, it was observed that there was a lapse in supervision on two separate occasions. At approximately 8:45 AM staff person 1 was the only staff person in the Gross Motor Play Space when they stepped in to the infant room for approximately 20 seconds before being called back to the room by OCDEL staff. 1 infant and 3 young and older toddlers were present in the Gross Motor Play Space who were unsupervised at this time. Staff person 2 was in the kitchen and staff person 3 was in the preschool classroom with the doors shut. At approximately 9:30, staff person 4 left the preschool classroom to answer the door. 6 children were present in the preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“On 12/8/23, it was observed that ratio was not met in the gross motor play space. Continued non-compliance from 11/1/23. At approximately 8:45 AM, staff person 1 was present in the gross motor play space with 2 infants and 3 young and older toddlers while staff person 2 was in the kitchen with one child for about 2-5 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3270.21/3270.104(a) General Health and Safety/Clean, good repair, proper size
“On 12/8/23, it was observed that the storage shelves in the Blue Jay(toddlers) and Cutie(infant) Classrooms were not secured and posed a possible crush hazard if pulled on by the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 12/8/23, it was observed that there was a lapse in supervision on two separate occasions. At approximately 8:45 AM staff person 1 was the only staff person in the Gross Motor Play Space when they stepped in to the infant room for approximately 20 seconds before being called back to the room by OCDEL staff. 1 infant and 3 young and older toddlers were present in the Gross Motor Play Space who were unsupervised at this time. Staff person 2 was in the kitchen and staff person 3 was in the preschool classroom with the doors shut. At approximately 9:30, staff person 4 left the preschool classroom to answer the door. 6 children were present in the preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“On 12/8/23, it was observed that restraint was used in the Cuties (infant) Classroom. Continued non-compliance from 11/1/23. Infants, who were awake, were placed in their cribs for the duration of 3 diaper changes and 2 bottle feedings.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 12/8/23, it was observed that there was a lapse in supervision on two separate occasions. At approximately 8:45 AM staff person 1 was the only staff person in the Gross Motor Play Space when they stepped in to the infant room for approximately 20 seconds before being called back to the room by OCDEL staff. 1 infant and 3 young and older toddlers were present in the Gross Motor Play Space who were unsupervised at this time. Staff person 2 was in the kitchen and staff person 3 was in the preschool classroom with the doors shut. At approximately 9:30, staff person 4 left the preschool classroom to answer the door. 6 children were present in the preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2024
3270.111(c) Promote development
“On 12/8/23, it was observed that younger toddlers (ages 12-24 months) had screen time in the penguin classroom for approximately 20 minutes. During this time, the children were seated on the carpet and watching a tablet while the teacher sang along. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no screen time for children under the age of 18 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2024
Nov 1, 2023Inspection23 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 11/1/23, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 had a state police clearance on file dated 10/4/23 which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. Staff person 1 had a FBI clearance dated 9/29/23 which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. Staff person 2 did not have a FBI clearance on file. Staff person is past their 45 day provisional hire period and correct provisional hire procedures were not followed at the time of hire. Staff person 2 had provisional FBI clearance information dated 8/22/23, which was after their start date. Staff person 2 had a state police clearance date 7/24/23 which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. Staff person 4 had FBI provisional paperwork and a FBI clearance dated 9/29/23 which was after their start date. Staff person 4 had a state police clearance dated 10/4/23 which was after their start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“On 11/1/23 it was observed that ratio was not maintained in the owl classroom (beside the office). Between 9:25 and 10:00 AM, 14 children were observed in the owl classroom (3 young toddlers, 6 older toddlers, and 5 preschoolers) with 2 staff persons (staff person 3 and 5). At a minimum, 3 staff members were needed to meet the ratio. On 3 separate occasions, staff person 3 was observed walking out of the classroom to answer the door or make a phone call. This left 1 staff member with 14 children (3 young toddlers, 6 older toddlers, and 5 preschoolers).”
3270.61(h)(2)(iii) Space may not be occupied by infant or young toddler
“On 11/1/23, it was observed that the owl classroom was over capacity from 9:25 until 10:00 AM. The measured capacity for this classroom is 9 children. 14 children were present, 3 of which were young toddlers. The capacity may not be exceeded for an activity with infants or young toddlers present. The children in the classroom were participating in music time from 9:25 until 9:45 AM and snack time from 9:45 until 10:00 AM On 11/6/23, it was observed that there were 9 children present in the Owl Classroom where the measured capacity is 8.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 11/1/23 toxics were observed to be accessible to children in the facility. In the owl classroom, hand sanitizer was observed on a low shelf under the windows. In the blue jay classroom, bleach water was observed on a low shelf by the door closest to the bathroom. In the cuties classroom, diaper creams were observed in the boxes on the bottom shelves of the changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2023
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“On 11/1/23, it was observed that the first aid kit in the owl classroom was accessible to children. The first aid kit was stored in a backpack on a low shelf near the door closest to the director's office.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2023
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“On 11/1/23, peeling paint was observed in the penguin classroom on the grey wall in the play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“On 11/1/23, it was observed that the emergency exit door between the owls and the cuties classrooms was obstructed by a walker and an infant carseat. CORRECTED ON SITE.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 11/1/23, it was observed that the tan toybox in the blue jay classroom had a broken lid with a protruding sharp nail or staple.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“On 11/1/23, it was observed that there was not 2 feet of space on the side of a crib that was in use in the cutie classroom. Pillows were observed to be stored up against the side of the crib on one occasion and a swing was in use on a second occasion beside a crib that was in use.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“On 11/1/23 it was observed that children were restrained at the facility. 2 young toddlers were observed to be restrained in high chairs in the owl classroom from 9:25-9:45 while watching a music program. Infants were observed to be awake and playing in their cribs. Staff stated that they do not often put them on the floor.”
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“On 11/6/23, it was observed that the agreement forms for children 1, 3, and 4 did not designate release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“On 11/6/23, it was observed that children 1 and 4 did not have an admission date indicated on their agreement forms.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“On 11/6/23, it was observed that the emergency contact forms for children 1, 3, and 4 did not indicate the work address and phone number for the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“On 11/6/23, it was observed that the emergency contact form for child 4 did not indicate any special needs for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“On 11/6/23, it was observed that the emergency contact forms for children 1and 3 did not indicate addresses for their release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“On 11/1/23 it was observed that correct child handwashing was not followed. It was observed that children did not wash hands before snack in the owl classroom and were given a baby wipe instead. It was observed that children did not wash hands before lunch in the blue jay classroom. It was observed that infant's hands were not washed after diaper changes in the cutie classroom. It was observed that young toddler's hands were not washed after diaper changes in the penguin classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“On 11/1/23, it was observed that there was not a hands free trash can for diapers present in the cuties classroom where infants are cared for.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“On 11/1/23, it was observed that health assessments were not obtained in a timely manner. Staff person 2 had a health assessment and TB test dated 8/7/23 which was after their start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“On 11/1/23 it was observed that staff did not follow correct hand washing procedures. Staff did not wash hands after changing diapers in the cuties classroom and used hand sanitizer instead. Staff did not wash hands after changing diapers in the penguin classroom and used a wipe instead.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.166(1) Written statement
“On 11/1/23, it was observed that there were not infant feeding schedules on file for the 3 infants in the cuties classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“On 11/5/23, it was observed that the file for child 2 had not been updated every 6 months. The original paperwork was dated 1/13/23 and a file update had not been completed as of the date of the visit.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.131(a) Health information
“On 11/6/23, it was observed that child 3 had been enrolled longer than 60 days and did not have a health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 11/1/23 a plastic bag was observed in a low child cubby in the blue jay classroom where care is provided for older toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
- Oct 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.25(b) Post the inspection summary
“On 8/14/23, it was observed that the most recent inspection summary which has citations that have not been corrected, was not posted in a conspicuous location for the parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2023
May 22, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that emergency contact information was not available in the classrooms where the children were receiving care. Continued non-compliance was observed on 5/22/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 5/22/23, it was observed that Child 1 (age 3 months) was left alone in the penguin classroom, sleeping in a pack and play for approximately 20-30 minutes. Certification staff arrived at 12:15 and child was discovered at approximately 12:30. Staff person 1 was the designated staff person for that classroom and was out of the building at the time of certification staff arrival. Staff person 1 returned to building at approximately 12:20, spent some time in the office, and then walked through the building with certification staff until reaching the Penguin classroom where child 1 was sleeping.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 5/22/23, it was observed that Child 1 (age 3 months) was left alone in the penguin classroom, sleeping in a pack and play for approximately 20-30 minutes. Certification staff arrived at 12:15 and child was discovered at approximately 12:30. Staff person 1 was the designated staff person for that classroom and was out of the building at the time of certification staff arrival. Staff person 1 returned to building at approximately 12:20, spent some time in the office, and then walked through the building with certification staff until reaching the Penguin classroom where child 1 was sleeping.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that the thermometer in the refrigerator in the kitchen area was inoperable. Continued non-compliance was observed on 5/22/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 5/22/23, it was observed that Child 1 (age 3 months) was left alone in the penguin classroom, sleeping in a pack and play for approximately 20-30 minutes. Certification staff arrived at 12:15 and child was discovered at approximately 12:30. Staff person 1 was the designated staff person for that classroom and was out of the building at the time of certification staff arrival. Staff person 1 returned to building at approximately 12:20, spent some time in the office, and then walked through the building with certification staff until reaching the Penguin classroom where child 1 was sleeping.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 5/22/23, it was observed that Child 1 (age 3 months) was left alone in the penguin classroom, sleeping in a pack and play for approximately 20-30 minutes. Certification staff arrived at 12:15 and child was discovered at approximately 12:30. Staff person 1 was the designated staff person for that classroom and was out of the building at the time of certification staff arrival. Staff person 1 returned to building at approximately 12:20, spent some time in the office, and then walked through the building with certification staff until reaching the Penguin classroom where child 1 was sleeping.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2023
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“On 5/23/23, it was observed that child 1 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care or minor first aid on file. Child was observed in the facility on 5/22/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2023
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Apr 13, 2023Inspection12 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that staff person 2 had (10 hour) health and safety training on 9/22/22 and did not have the health and safety update training on file as required by regulation.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that the thermometer in the refrigerator in the kitchen area was inoperable. Continued non-compliance on 5/22/23.”
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have verification of education or experience on file to be Assistant Group Supervisor qualified and was in use as an Assistant Group Supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2023
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that the emergency contact sheet for child 3 did not include any disability information.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023
3270.102(b) Soiled- clean, rinse, sanitize
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that soiled toys were not cleaned and sanitized by staff. There was no method in place for separating dirty toys for cleaning in the Penguin (infants) and Blue Jay (toddlers) classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that plastic bags were accessible to children on lower shelves in the Penguin (infants) and Blue Jay (toddler) classrooms. Plastic bags pose a choking hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that the fire detection system was not tested every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that fire drills were not held every 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that staff person 1 and 2 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023
3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that child 2 and 3 did not have immunization records on file meeting the ACIP recommendations. Child 2 was over the age of 3 years and did not have verification of a Varicella vaccine on file. Child 2 was over the age of 18 months and did not have verification of any Hepatitis B or Rotavirus vaccines.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that emergency contact information was not available in the classrooms where the children were receiving care. Continued non-compliance was observed on 5/22/23,”
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 4/13/23, it was observed that the file for child 3 did not include any health insurance information.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023
Feb 15, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“On 2/16/23, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have verification of education or experience on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 2/16/23, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 2/16/23, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file and no provisional paperwork was available. CORRECTED ON SITE.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
Dec 21, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
3270.102(g) Hazardous toys and equipment
“It was observed that two shelves in the Owls room weren't sturdy and could tip over when pulled or climbed on.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“Staff member 1 and staff member 2 did not have documentation on file from a medical professional that they are suitable to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“It was observed that receptacle covers were not in place in the Owls, Blue Jays room or the Cuties room”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff member 2 didn't include two years experience working with children to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A current child abuse clearance for staff member 2 was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“A letter explaining the emergency procedures for the parents wasn't on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“A training regarding the emergency plan was not on file for Staff Member 1 and Staff Member 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 26, 2022
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“The emergency plan wasn't posted in a conspicuous location”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers
Is Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers licensed?
Yes. Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 11, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 70 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 69 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 Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers care for?
26, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 809-8030 to ask.
What is Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers' phone number?
(717) 809-8030.
Where is Goldfinger Childcare and Learning Centers?
4240 Elmerton Ave, Harrisburg, PA 17109. The nearest other daycare we list is Scholars Academy of Harrisburg, 0.4 miles away.