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Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center

931 Red Hill Rd, Dauphin, PA 170183.7· 6 reviews
licensed capacity
122
open each week
5 days
weekly, posted tuition
$103

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About Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center

Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center is a child care center in Dauphin, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 122 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals. It lists weekly tuition from $103 to $309.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks through 12 years
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
122 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks through 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
EnrichmentGymnastics, field trips
Daily lifeMeals provided; Parents pack food; Snacks provided
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsChildcare network, Dauphin County Assistance, vendor payments
Licensed capacity122 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center lists weekly tuition from $103 to $309.

Weekly · program, in its own wordsPrice
1/2 Day Kindergarten$212
AM and PM SACC Program$124
AM or PM SACC Program$103
Full-Time 3 Year Old$267
Infants$309
Preschool/Kindergarten Readiness$260
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Toddlers$279
Daily · program, in its own wordsPrice
“No School” Day – $30 plus weekly tuition$30
Registration Fee$75
Part Time Summer SACC Camp (1-3 days)$195 a week
Full Time Summer SACC Camp (4-5 days)$235 a week
8 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.

State record

Inspection reports for Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
122 children
License number
#CER-00245396
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 18, 2026: 14 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Building, equipment and play areas 5
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Background checks 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Supervision and ratios 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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  1. Aug 18, 2026Inspection14 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record

      “The file for child #1 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 1st and 2nd dose of Rotavirus immunizations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3)/3270.135(b) Disposable diapers/Surfaces cleaned

      “On 08/25/2026, observed staff in the toddler classroom changing a diaper and did not immediately place the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. The changing table is located in the classroom to the left of the bathroom door, and the trash can was located in the right corner of the bathroom. Observed the soiled diaper being placed into a plastic grocery bag and tied prior to placing it into the hands-free covered can. Staff did not sanitize the diaper changing pad after changing the child's diaper until they were reminded by the Certification Representative.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “On 08/18/2026, observed the infant teacher did not take emergency contact information to the outdoor place space for the infants receiving care. *Corrected at the time of the inspection. On 08/25/2026, observed emergency contact information was not present in the cafeteria for the children from the toddler and preschool classrooms while in the room eating lunch.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Observed a bottle of Aquafor lotion labeled "Keep out of reach of children" on the cubbies in the Preschool classroom which was accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The provider's Shaken Baby, Abusive Head Trauma & Child Maltreatment policy does not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “On 08/25/2026, observed an infant sleeping in a crib which did not have at least 2 feet of space on 3 sides of the crib. Highchairs were placed on one side, and a baby bouncer was placed on the other side.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “Observed infant swings with embedded mounting which did not have protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the US CPSC. The swings were mounted over outdoor carpeting without shock-absorbing materials. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “Observed a metal toilet paper holder with one side missing and the second side was protruding from the wall in front of the toilet creating a hazard to the children using the bathroom in the toddler classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Observed adult size scissors on top of the cubbies and a tape dispenser with sharp metal edges in the PreK classroom which were accessible to children. Observed loose power cords, a stapler remover and a tape dispenser with sharp metal edges in plastic craft bins accessible to children in the preschool (3-year-old) classroom. Observed the baseboard heat cover in the kindergarten classroom was open exposing the sharp metal edges on the heat elements.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.121(b) Given parents in writing

      “The enrollment packet provided to families does not include supervision or dismissal policies.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Staff person #1, #2, #3, and #5 have completed mandated reporter training within 60 months of their previous training, however the mandated reporter training does not meet the minimum of three hours.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “The letter to the parent explaining the emergency procedures did not include information to the parent that an emergency drill is practiced annually and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(2)/3270.94(a)(3) Different times of day/Various activity times

      “Fire drill documentation in the previous 12 months show they have been conducted in the morning between 8:00 - 11:00 am. Fire drills are not conducted in the afternoon or during a variety of program activities.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for staff person #4 did not include two-written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. One reference on file was from a relative and the other was a reference which did not reference their suitability to serve in a child care position.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026

  2. Jul 8, 2026Visit4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Observed sunscreen which was not locked or made inaccessible to children while at the pool; the bag containing the sunscreen was located on the ground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff person #1 included an FBI clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. A PDE FBI clearance dated 07/17/2025 was on file and is not valid for child care and the previous FBI clearance was dated 05/27/2021 and needed to be updated by 05/27/2026.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

      “Observed the first aid kit was accessible to children while at the pool; the bag containing the first aid kit was located on the ground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.133(4) Locked

      “Observed prescription and nonprescription medication in a backpack on the ground which was accessible to school age children while at the pool; the bag was secured with 2 carabiner clips connected to the zipper on the bag which were easily opened and did not prevent access.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026

  3. Aug 7, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “On 8/7/25, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have documentation of education on file. CORRECTED ON SITE.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “On 8/7/25, it was observed that there was insufficient surfacing under the climber on the preschool playground. Rubber mulch measured approximately 1-2 inches. 6 inches of mulch would be required.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “On 8/7/25, it was observed that a table had a broken edged in the school age classroom (Basement). CORRECTED ON SITE.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025

  4. Jul 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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 7/9/25, it was observed that child 1 was present on an excursion to the pool and did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care or minor first aid on their emergency contact information.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2025

  5. Aug 22, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “On 8/22/24, it was observed that Aquaphor was accessible to children on a table beside the cabinets, in the school age classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “On 8/22/24, it was observed that the facility emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2024

  6. Aug 17, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “On 8/17/23, it was observed that child 8 did not have addresses on file for their release persons.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “On 8/18/23, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 2 had a FBI clearance and provisional paperwork on file dated 5/17/23, which was after their start date. Staff person 3 had a child abuse clearance dated 6/21/23, which was after their start date. Staff person 5 had a State Police clearance on file that expired on 9/11/22 that was not updated until 9/16/22. Staff person 5 had a FBI clearance on file that expired on 8/12/22 that was not updated until 9/21/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      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 8/17/23, it was observed that child 10 did not have signed parental permission on file for emergency medical care or minor first aid.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

      “On 8/17/23, it was observed that staff health assessments and TB tests were not completed less than 12 months before staff hire dates. Staff person 1 had a health assessment and TB test on file dated 9/8/21 which was more than 12 months before their start date. Staff person 4 had a TB test dated 4/22/22 which was more than 12 months before their start date.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

      “On 8/17/23, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the wall beside the television in the Toddler classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023

  7. Jun 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Aug 10, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “On 8/10/22, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have provisional paperwork or completed certificate on file for the NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) on file before starting with children. NSOR certificate was dated 12/8/21 and no provisional paperwork was available.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center

Is Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center licensed?

Yes. Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 18, 2026, with 14 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center care for?

122, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center'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 Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center cost?

Weekly tuition from $103 to $309, as it lists it.

What is Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center's phone number?

(717) 921-8092.

Where is Happy Hollow at Hope Childcare Center?

931 Red Hill Rd, Dauphin, PA 17018. The nearest other daycare we list is Precious Little Angels, 2 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).