Inspire Early Education
205 S John St, Hummelstown, PA
3.5· 24 reviews
Grace Christian Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 244
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Grace Christian Child Care
Grace Christian Child Care is a child care center in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 244 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageFaith-basedAccepts 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 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 244 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| 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 |
| Licensed capacity | 244 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Grace Christian Child Care has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Grace Christian Child Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 244 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00253744
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 14 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 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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- Jun 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 8, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.111(c) Promote development
“Staff member #1 stated that they placed their hand on child #1 chin to redirect the child to listen.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Staff member #1 made child #1 cry due to the staff members harsh tone of voice.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
Feb 6, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.66(b) Original container
“It was observed in the infant classroom a Magic Eraser placed in a cabinet under the sink was not in its original container or in a container that specifies the content. (This was corrected at the time of inspection)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff person #2 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 10/11/2023. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed in the young toddler classroom, a build-up of dirt, food and debris on the stepstool used by young toddlers for handwashing.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“An emergency drill was not conducted at least once annually. Emergency drill was documented to have lapsed 8/30/2024 and 11/19/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the training was not completed through a Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS) approved curriculum/ the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2026
May 20, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“It was observed on the young toddler outside playground, a significant number of small rocks less than 1 inch in diameter were inside the fenced area on the turf, inside a playhouse and inside a shopping cart push toy accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed on the outdoor playground that the black coating on the steps of the imbedded climber was broken exposing rust and creating pinch points and rough edges causing potential injury to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 did not complete the required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (f)(10) Pediatric First Aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Operability of the fire detection devices were not tested every 30 days. Testing was documented to have lapsed 4/1/25 - 5/2/25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025
Feb 20, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for staff person #1 included a Child Abuse Clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The current Chile Abuse Clearance is dated 1/30/25 and the previous was dated 11/22/19. The file for staff person #2 included a State Police Clearance and Child Abuse clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The current State Police Clearance is dated 7/8/24 and the previous was dated 6/6/19. The current Child Abuse clearance is dated 7/16/24 and the previous was dated 7/5/19. The file for staff person #3 included a NSOR Certificate which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The current NSOR Certificate is dated 1/24/25 and the previous was dated 11/21/19.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2025
- Aug 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 12, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #1, #2 and #3 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file for staff person #1 being dated 4/2/18. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file for staff person #2 being dated 10/12/18. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file for staff person #3 being dated 1/30/19.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #4 included a pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR which was not updated within 24 months of the previous clearance. The current pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR is dated 11/17/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2024
Aug 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.133(7)(v) Date of administration
“Medication log for child #1 did not include dates of administration by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2023
Feb 6, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Operability of the fire detection devices were not tested every 30 days. Testing was documented to have occurred 4/10/22, 5/26/22 & 7/13/22, 8/14/22 & 9/14/22, 10/15/22 and 11/6/22,12/22/22, 1/24/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Facility's emergency plan does not include continuity of operations planning.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2023
Feb 7, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“It was observed that the facility did not conduct and document emergency drills annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2022
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for Facility Person #1 and Facility Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not include a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The child abuse clearance for Facility Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not contain a reason listed as "employment". The child abuse clearance listed adoption as the request reason which is not acceptable for DHS employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2022
3270.133(6) Written consent
“Child #1 did not have written consent for the fever temperature at which Tylenol medication should be administered for a seizure condition. Child #2 did not have written and signed consent for the administration of Albuterol medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Grace Christian Child Care
Is Grace Christian Child Care licensed?
Yes. Grace Christian Child Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Grace Christian Child Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Grace Christian Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 5 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 14 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 Grace Christian Child Care care for?
244, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Grace Christian Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Grace Christian Child Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Grace Christian Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 566-6575 to ask.
What is Grace Christian Child Care's phone number?
(717) 566-6575.
Where is Grace Christian Child Care?
433 E Main St, Hummelstown, PA 17036. The nearest other daycare we list is U-Gro Learning Centres, 0.4 miles away.