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Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata
- licensed capacity
- 184
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata
Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata is a child care center in Ephrata, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 184 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 46 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 184 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 | 184 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 184 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00259140
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 5, 2026: 16 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 46 rules in all · 45 corrected
- Safety and hazards 12
- Health, medication and illness 9
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Records and paperwork 5
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Jun 5, 2026Inspection16 rules cited
3270.36(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff person #3 is serving as an assistant group supervisor at the facility and was observed working alone in a room with children. The staff person's record included documentation of a high school diploma. The record did not include documentation of 2,500 hours (2 years) of child care experience or any other education to document the staff person is qualified as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“According to the log on file at the time of inspection, the fire detection system was tested on 1/2/26 and subsequently 38 days later on 2/9/26. The system was tested on 3/30/26 and subsequently 31 days later on 4/30/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Emergency drills were conducted in October of 2024 and subsequently more than 12 months later in May of 2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The health assessment on file for staff person #6 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2026
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(6) Parent home/work address, phone/Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact information on file for child #1 did not include the enrolling parent's work address, and the child's health insurance policy number. The emergency contact information on file for child #2 did not include the child's health insurance and policy number. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The agreement on file for child #2 did not include the date of the child's admission. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The daily schedule was not posted in room 115 and in room 107. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Pieces of rubber mulch (diameter of less than 1 inch) were observed on the toddler playground. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Room 115 - Plastic bags were observed in the bottom of the cubbies in an area accessible to toddlers. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kits in rooms 113 and 107 did not include tweezers. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted by the telephone in room 217.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“Hydrangeas were observed within reach of the preschool playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Hand sanitizer was observed mounted on the walls at child height and on portable stands in various locations throughout the child care hallways.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Disclosure statements on file for staff persons #1, #2, and #5 were signed/dated by the applicant, but were not signed by the "witness" until a few days later. Upon beginning work in the facility, the record for staff person #4 did not contain an applicable out-of-state sex offender registry check as required under the CPSL. The check has since been obtained. Upon beginning work in the facility, the record for staff person #5 did not contain completed a completed NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL. The staff person was observed working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Room 113 - A handwashing sign was not posted in the bathroom. (CORRECTE ON SITE) Room 125 - Handwashing signs were not posted in the bathroom and at the sink. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Ceiling tiles in the hallway outside of the gym and kitchen area were observed to have significant water stains and were bulging from water damage. Landscape fabric had surfaced above the mulch on the preschool playground, posing a tripping hazard. Areas of the wood along the base of the shed on the young toddler playground were soft and disintegrating. The ceiling ventsin the kangaroos room were dusty.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(e) Emergency plan/Letter to parents
“The emergency plan and the emergency plan parent letter did not include accommodations for toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
- Dec 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 29, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.111(c) Promote development
“On 11/6/25 it was verified through staff interview that a staff person 1 aggressively told a child (age 2) to take a nap, flopped them onto their cot on their belly, and then moved a child to a chair and scolded them until they were extremely upset because they would not take a nap.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“On 11/6/25, it was verified through staff interview that a staff person 1 aggressively told a child (age 2) to take a nap and scolded them in a harsh manner until they were extremely upset and had to be removed from the classroom by another teacher to calm down.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025
Jul 3, 2025Visit1 rule cited
3270.21/3270.76 General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces
“On 6/26/25, a large wooden platform/stage fell on a child causing them to break their leg. The platform was leaning against a wall in the gym and was unstable enough to fall when the child jumped into it.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025
Jun 5, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On 6/5/25, it was observed that 3 ceiling tiles in the Honeybee classroom were stained due to water damage.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“On 6/5/25, it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated every 24 months. Staff person 1 had a health assessment on file that expired on 7/30/24 that was not updated until 8/20/24. Staff person 2 had a health assessment on file that expired on 5/31/25 that had not been updated.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2025
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“On 6/5/25, it was observed that there was insufficient surfacing under the embedded equipment on the preschool/school age playground. Depth of surfacing (rubber mulch) measured approximately 4 inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 6/5/25, it was observed that outlet covers were missing in areas used by children 5 years of age or younger. 2 outlet covers were needed in the gym. CORRECTED ON SITE. 1 outlet cover was missing in the hallway by the kitchen door. CORRECTED ON SITE.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2025
Jun 10, 2024Inspection19 rules cited
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“On 6/10/24 it was observed that there were toxic plants in the childcare space. A Fiddleleaf Fig was present on the windowsill in the Chipmunk classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE A Purple Shamrock was present on the windowsill in the school age classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have two references attesting to their suitability to work with children. Only 1 letter could be considered a reference while the other only showed documentation of experience and did not provide a reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3270.133(7)(iv) Amount to administer
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that the medication log for child 10 did not include the dosage amount.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
3270.78/3270.113(a) Lighting/Supervised at all times
“On 6/10/24, it was observed to be to dark to see the children during nap time in the Beaver classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that there were torn nap mats in the Teddy Bear and Cougar classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.133(7)(v) Date of administration
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that the medication loge for child 10 and 11 did not include the dates for administration.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that the emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Ducks, Chipmunks, Beavers, Honeybees, School Age, Cougars, Bunny, Lamb, and Kangaroo classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.111(a) Written plan
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that the daily schedule was not posted in the school age classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“On 6/10/24 at 10:45 AM, it was observed that there was a lunch stored on top of the cubbies which contained yoghurt which should have been refrigerated.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that the fire system had not been tested every 30 days. The fire system was tested on 4/19/24 and then on 5/30/24 which is a gap of more than 30 days. The fire system was tested on 9/15/23 and then on 10/31/24 which is a gap of more than 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3270.133(7)(vi) Time of administration
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that the medication log for child 10 and 12 did not include times for administering the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
3270.133(5) Original label
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that the inhaler for child 13 was expired and had been administered to the child 3 times after the expiration date on the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2024
3270.133(6) Written consent
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that signed parental consent for administration of a medication, (an epi pen), for child 13 was not available.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that protective outlet covers were missing. An uncovered outlet was observed in the Teddy Bear room in the reading corner. Uncovered outlets were observed in the Bunny classroom on the surge protector in the corner opposite the windows. An uncovered outlet was observed in the Chapel under the shelf on the column.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that staff person 1 had pediatric first aid/CPR training on file that was expired. No documentation of a current training was available.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 6/10/24 it was observed that toxics were accessible to children. Aquaphor was observed in a child cubby in the Chipmunk classroom. Hand sanitizer was observed to be accessible to children on a shelf in the Cougar classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that surfaces were in need of repair at the facility. The ceiling tiles in the Honey Bee classroom were observed to be water damaged. Peeling paint was observed in the Teddy Bear classroom by the sink in the classroom. The shed on the toddler playground was observed to be damaged along the base with holes and splintering wood.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2024
3270.72(b) Screened
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that the windows were open without screens present in the Teddy Bear classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“On 6/10/24, it was observed that the windows in the Kangaroo classroom could be opened more that 6 inches due to the chains limiting the window opening being broken.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“Continued non-compliance from 12/20/23. On 1/11/24, it was observed that the Teddy Bear classroom was out of ratio at 7:30 AM. 11 preschool and school age children were observed with staff person 1. Facility records showed that ratio was not met from 7:19 to 7:27 AM.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
Dec 20, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“On 12/20/23, it was observed that the measured capacity for the Teddy Bear classroom was exceeded. 24 children were observed in the classroom which has a measured capacity of 23.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level
“On 12/20/23, it was observed that the Teddy Bear classroom was out of ratio at 7:45 AM. Staff person 1 was observed with 24 school age and preschool age children. Required ratio for this age group should have been 1 adult for every 10 children. Staff person 1 had 14 additional children in their care.”
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 12/20/23, it was observed that staff person 1 was unable to name all of the children in their primary group. Staff person was responsible for 9 preschool age children at the time but could only name 7 due to the other 2 children's primary group care cards being broken and not with the staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
Dec 20, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“On 12/20/23, it was observed that the measured capacity for the Teddy Bear classroom was exceeded. 24 children were observed in the classroom which has a measured capacity of 23.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level
“On 12/20/23, it was observed that the Teddy Bear classroom was out of ratio at 7:45 AM. Staff person 1 was observed with 24 school age and preschool age children. Required ratio for this age group should have been 1 adult for every 10 children. Staff person 1 had 14 additional children in their care.”
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 12/20/23, it was observed that staff person 1 was unable to name all of the children in their primary group. Staff person was responsible for 9 preschool age children at the time but could only name 7 due to the other 2 children's primary group care cards being broken and not with the staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2024
Jun 1, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 6/22/23, it was observed that the drawers used to store the children's play kitchen supplies were cracked, posing a pinching hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 6/22/23, it was observed that an outlet was uncovered in the cougars classroom between the toy shelves.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2023
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“On 6/22/23, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the Bunny and Lamb classrooms. Peeling paint was observed behind the entry door to the hallway in the Bunny classroom. Peeling paint was observed by the entry door to the hallway in the Lamb classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 4, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 7/12/23, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have references on file. Staff person 1 had one reference and a 2nd letter that did not attest to their suitability to work with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2023
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Jun 22, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 had a FBI clearance on file for the Department of Education. Childcare staff are required to have a FBI clearance on file for the Department of Public Welfare. Staff person 1 had been employed longer than 90 days and had not completed Mandated Reporter Training. Mandated Reporter Training must be completed in the first 90 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 6/22/22, it was observed emergency contact information was not present with the children in care while outside in he Bunny (older infants) classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that staff person 1 had been employed longer than 1 year and had not completed fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2022
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that proof of purchase for the fire detections system was unavailable. Provider is required to maintain proof of purchase for their fire detection system.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that plastic bags were accessible to children under the age of 3 in the Ducks (young 2's) classroom in the unlocked storage closet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2023
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(e) Emergency plan/Letter to parents
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that the facility emergency plan and parent letter did not have a lockdown procedure.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that there was equipment on site that was not in good repair. The Green/Orange foam block in the Bunny Room (Older Infants) was torn/frayed exposing the stuffing. The Log Cabin play structure on the Toddler playground was broken near the door. The red waffle blocks on the preschool playground were cracked causing potential pinch hazards. Torn nap mats were observed in the Teddy Bear (3's) and Honey Bees (4's) classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2022
3270.66(b) Original container
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that there was an unlabeled spray bottle of cleaner in the Cougar classroom above the changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that staff persons 1 and 2 had been employed longer that 1 year and had not completed 12 training hours in the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that staff person 1 had been employed longer than 90 days and had not completed the Health and Safety training topics.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2022
3270.21/3270.76 General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that a blind cord was dangling down to within 2 feet of the floor in the Honey Bee (4's) classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that fire drills were not conducted every 60 days. The most recent fire drill was held on 4/20/22. A fire drill would have been due on 6/20/22 and had not been held at the time of the visit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 6/22/22, it was observed that diaper rash creams (toxics) were accessible to children (older infants) in the Bunny classroom under the unlocked changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2022
Nov 23, 2021Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 11/23/21, staff person 1 informed staff person 2 that they slapped child 1 on the hand because they had pushed another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2021
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 11/23/21, staff person 1 informed staff person 2 that they slapped child 1 on the hand because they had pushed another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata
Is Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata licensed?
Yes. Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 5, 2026, with 16 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 46 rules across 8 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 45 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 Point Learning Center-Ephrata care for?
184, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 733-1001 to ask.
What is Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata's phone number?
(717) 733-1001.
Where is Grace Point Learning Center-Ephrata?
110 Durlach Rd, Ephrata, PA 17522. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Experience, 0.6 miles away.