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1223 N Cameron St, Harrisburg, PA
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Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 144
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center
Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center is a child care center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 144 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Montessori approach.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
MontessoriSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 144 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Approach | Montessori |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 144 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 144 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00247309
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Background checks 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- Aug 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 16, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“It was observed that the facility tested smoke detectors on 12/19/24 and then again on 1/21/25, which is greater than the allowable 30 days between testing. (33 days lapsed).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.133(6) Written consent
“It was observed that medication in the cottage young toddler room did not include written consent for administration. (CORRECTED ON-SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that the cottage's toddler deck had metal flashing that was in need of repair. (CORRECTED ON-SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“It was observed that the first aid kit in the D1 room did not include soap. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed that a soft cushion in the D1 room had frayed edges. ( CORRECTED ON-SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Upon inspection of facility personnel files, it was found that for facility person # 10 contained a NSOR verification that was dated 1.14.20 (expired on 1.14.2025) was updated on 1.31.25. The file for facility person #15 contained a Child Abuse clearance that was dated 9.3.20 (expired on 9.3.2025) was updated on 10.11.25. The file for facility person #16 contained a Mandated Reporter training that was dated 1.24.20 (expired on 1.24.2025) was updated on 2.06.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“Upon inspection of facility personnel files, Staff evaluations were not completed on a regular basis at a minimum annually. Facility person # 1 had an evaluation dated 9.25.24 and again on 10.17.25. Facility person #2 had an evaluation dated 9.30.24 and again on 10.20.25. Facility person #3 had an evaluation dated 9.26.24 and again on 10.17.25. Facility person #6 had an evaluation dated 9.18. 24 and again on 10.17.25. Facility persons #15 and #19 had an evaluation dated 9.23.24 and again on 10.21.25 and 10.20.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Upon inspection of facility personnel files, it was found that facility person # 21 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before the 90- day pre-service training timeframe. This is evidenced by the documented pediatric first aid and CPR training on file was a date of 11.4.25 (92 Days).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
Nov 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Cottage building -' Infant room', the protective surfacing along the wooden half-exit door of the indoor play space was previously repaired with duct tape and was observed to be in disrepair with several frayed pieces of tape hanging along the edges and in need of repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
Sep 25, 2024Visit1 rule cited
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“Facility person #1 did not provide a parent an injury report on the day of the incident dated 9.13.24. The Incident report was given to the parent on Tuesday, 9/17/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2024
Jun 14, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Infants went unsupervised when staff person #2 would obtain breakfast from parking lot. Another staff person #1 fell asleep and dosed off in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.111(c) Promote development
“Staff person #2 would use sharp language with and would address children inappropriately using a harsh tone of voice that was not appropriate to the development needs of the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Complaint investigation revealed, the infant rooms were understaffed and did not meet the required staff to child ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
Oct 24, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #3 had a timeframe between clearances obtained that is greater than the 60 months permitted. The current Child Abuse clearance is dated 10.18.23 and the previous one is dated 9.5.18. The current Mandated reporter training is dated 10.19.23 and the previous one is dated 6.26.18”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that wall paint by the doorway was peeling in the Cottage ITCS room. There was also some light wall damage at the corner of the doorway heading towards the Cottage Down room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2023
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“It was observed that 2 windows in the Cottage toddler room could be opened more than 6 inches. It was observed that the last window in the main building 1st floor PS room ( by Kitchen - leading to playground) and the little schoolhouse did not have window screens”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for facility person # 5 included updated health assessments that were not obtained within 24 months of the prior assessment. The file for facility person #5 included health assessments dated 8.9.21 and 9.18.23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
- Jul 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 8, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.31(h) Health and Safety Training
“The file for staff person #21 contained an unapproved Health and Safety Training dated 9/23/2016 and an updated was not obtained as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person # 11 has not completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 11, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“First aid kits in the infant 2 room and lower-level toddler room in the ITCS did not contain scissors. (Corrected on-site)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
Oct 31, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Verbal statements obtained from two staff persons revealed, Staff person #1 was observed in hallway and vestibule area of cottage building using cell phone leaving children unattended.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2022
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Verbal statements obtained from two staff persons were consistent that staff person #1 in infant room was heard shouting to infants in care, "you need to shut up already and stop crying,' Shut it."”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
Nov 10, 2021Inspection9 rules cited
3270.181(a) Each child
“The files for children #1 and #2, children #3 and 4, and children #4 and #5 were observed to have two children listed on the emergency contact form and agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2022
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“It was observed that manually testing of smoke detection systems were not conducted at least once every 30 days. The documented testing at the facility occurred on 8/10/21, 9/17/21, 10/6/21, 11/3/21, 11/18/21, 12/6/21, 1/24/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that the downstairs hand rail in the Cottage area towards the ITCS- toddler room was loose and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2022
3270.166(1) Written statement
“It was observed that a written statement for giving formula and feeding schedule for 1 infant in care at the Cottage area was not available. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“It was observed that provider did not have an emergency drill log documented and on-file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Facility staff person #1 did not have a second reference on file that attested to facility staff person #2 suitability as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2022
3270.37(b)/3270.192(2)(iv) Aide qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters
“Facility staff person #2 is designated as an aide. Facility staff person did not have on file verification of the completion of the 8th grade or completion of a GED or high diploma.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2022
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“It was observed that the director or designee did not ensure compliance with manually testing of smoke detection systems were not conducted at least once every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2022
3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“It was observed that the outdoor condition of the metal fencing by the Little School House was unsafe. The fence had a visible and large gap that did not restrict children from entering the outside parking lot and nearby highway. Cert. rep shared that this area was not to be used until corrections of the fence were made.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center
Is Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center care for?
144, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 234-3309 to ask.
What is Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center's phone number?
(717) 234-3309.
Where is Hansel and Gretel Early Learning Center?
2206 Walnut St, Harrisburg, PA 17103. The nearest other daycare we list is Tiny Fingers Tiny Toes Early Childcare Academy, 0.4 miles away.