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Inspire Early Education
- licensed capacity
- 88
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Inspire Early Education
Inspire Early Education is a child care center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 88 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 61 rules across 15 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMBilingual program
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 88 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. It lists: 6 weeks - 5th Grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (Spanish Immersion) |
| Curriculum | Creative Curriculum |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation to three local schools and one neighborhood bus stop) |
| More | Founded 2007 |
| Licensed capacity | 88 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Inspire Early Education
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 88 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00251059
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 11, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 15 of 15 visits · 61 rules in all · 60 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 10
- Safety and hazards 9
- Records and paperwork 8
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Supervision and ratios 7
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Background checks 5
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Safe sleep 2
- 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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May 11, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Through the complaint investigation, it was verified that children in the 1-year-old classroom occasionally eat off of the floor when food is not cleaned up immediately after meals.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed in the 3-year-old classroom that the floors were not cleaned, with dirt and crumbs along the edges of shelves and on the carpets. It was observed in the 3-year-old room that the changing table pad was not clean, with dirt and crumbs along the edges and underneath the changing pad.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
Apr 13, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Through the complaint investigation, it was verified that children in the 1-year-old classroom occasionally share sippy cups, when sippy cups are left unattended.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
Mar 4, 2026Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 2/25/26, staff member #1 instructed child #1 to get their coat, and the child ran down the hallway and was let out of the door by another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026
Dec 16, 2025Inspection17 rules cited
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“The file for staff person #2 did not include a copy of the request for their State Police clearance prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet). The State Police clearance on file was dated 08/07/2025. The file for staff person #4 did not include a copy of the request for their FBI clearance prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet). The FBI clearance on file was dated 06/07/2025. The file for staff person #5 did not include a copy of the request for their FBI clearance prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet). The FBI clearance on file was dated 08/22/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed bottles in the Crawler/Walker room which were not labeled with the child's names to whom they belonged.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.166(1) Written statement
“The infant classroom did not include a formula and feeding schedule from the parent for each infant receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.75(b)/3270.133(4) Inaccessible to children/Locked
“Observed the backpack containing the first aid kit and children's prescription medications was on the counter in the PreK classroom and was accessible to the preschool age children in care. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling paint on the wall located in the Young Toddler (1) classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2026
3270.101(a) Age appropriate
“Observed the bookshelf in the Older Toddler (2) classroom did not include a sufficient amount and variety of books. Observed a limited amount and variety of toys and books available on the shelves in the Young Toddler (1) classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed a cabinet drawer containing plastic bags in the Young Toddler (1) classroom which did not have an operating safety latch; the bags were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
3270.112 Infant/Toddler Stimulation
“Observed staff person #2 and #3 were not actively engaged with the group of older toddlers and preschoolers in the Older Toddler (2) classroom. The children were seated at the table for a period of a least 10 minutes waiting for lunch. A video was playing on a small tablet on a nearby counter in lieu of staff interacting with the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.123(a) Signed
“The agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6 was not signed by the operator. The agreement form used by the facility does not include a space requesting the signature of the operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact information for child #5 does not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Observed staff person #1 performing the duties as an assistant group supervisor (AGS), the file for staff person #1 did not include documentation of 2 years of verified child care experience to qualify as an AGS. The file included approximately 1610 hours of verified experience. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The director did not complete a written evaluation for staff person #3 within 12 months of initial hire (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a cabinet drawer in the Older Toddler (2) classroom which was broken, the drawer falls off its track into the open cabinet shelves below creating a visible hazard. Observed the mirrors in the Young Toddler (1) and Older Toddler (2) classrooms had visible smudges and smears. Observed the plexiglass on the indoor wooden reading nook in the Older Toddler (2) classroom had visible smudges and smears. Obser”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in the Crawler/Walker classroom did not include an assortment of adhesive bandages and scissors. The first aid kit in the School Age classroom did not include scissors and soap. The first aid kit in the Preschool classroom did not include tape. The first aid kit in the PreK classroom did not include soap. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact information for child #4 did not include the complete home address of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Observed emergency contact information was not present in the Infant 1, Older Toddler (2), and the Preschool classrooms for each child receiving care in the space. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed a bottle of Lysol cleaner on the bathroom counter next to the sink used by older toddlers which was accessible to children. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
Nov 12, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed electrical outlets in the PreK and Young Toddler (Crawler/Walker) classrooms which lacked protective receptacle covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed Febreze deodorant spray and Clorox wipes on the counter in the school-age room which were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed visible dirt and dust on the baseboard in the PreK classroom. Observed a trash can lid in the PreK classroom with dried on food. Observed paper towels on the floor of the bathroom located in the school-age classroom. Observed the floors and area carpets in the school-age classroom had crumbs, small bits of paper and dirt.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“The operator provided a diaper changing report from 11/03/2025 - 11/12/2025 which lists when diaper changes were documented for each child. The report showed several diaper changes for children which exceeded the 2-hour time frame throughout the day. Documentation shows that diapers in the infant and toddler classrooms were consistently late between the morning diaper changes with a period of between 15 - 45 minutes late. Diaper changes after naptime do not reflect a timely diaper change when the children wake up from their naps. Naptime is scheduled from 12:00 - 2:30 in the toddler classrooms; with some children not having a documented diaper change until after 3:00 pm. The documents further show some dates in which diaper changes were not logged more than once or twice throughout the day indicating that the diapers were soiled and/or not checked every two hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025
Nov 12, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed electrical outlets in the PreK and Young Toddler (Crawler/Walker) classrooms which lacked protective receptacle covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed Febreze deodorant spray and Clorox wipes on the counter in the school-age room which were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed visible dirt and dust on the baseboard in the PreK classroom. Observed a trash can lid in the PreK classroom with dried on food. Observed paper towels on the floor of the bathroom located in the school-age classroom. Observed the floors and area carpets in the school-age classroom had crumbs, small bits of paper and dirt.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“The operator provided a diaper changing report from 11/03/2025 - 11/12/2025 which lists when diaper changes were documented for each child. The report showed several diaper changes for children which exceeded the 2-hour time frame throughout the day. Documentation shows that diapers in the infant and toddler classrooms were consistently late between the morning diaper changes with a period of between 15 - 45 minutes late. Diaper changes after naptime do not reflect a timely diaper change when the children wake up from their naps. Naptime is scheduled from 12:00 - 2:30 in the toddler classrooms; with some children not having a documented diaper change until after 3:00 pm. The documents further show some dates in which diaper changes were not logged more than once or twice throughout the day indicating that the diapers were soiled and/or not checked every two hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025
Nov 12, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed electrical outlets in the PreK and Young Toddler (Crawler/Walker) classrooms which lacked protective receptacle covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed Febreze deodorant spray and Clorox wipes on the counter in the school-age room which were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed visible dirt and dust on the baseboard in the PreK classroom. Observed a trash can lid in the PreK classroom with dried on food. Observed paper towels on the floor of the bathroom located in the school-age classroom. Observed the floors and area carpets in the school-age classroom had crumbs, small bits of paper and dirt.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“The operator provided a diaper changing report from 11/03/2025 - 11/12/2025 which lists when diaper changes were documented for each child. The report showed several diaper changes for children which exceeded the 2-hour time frame throughout the day. Documentation shows that diapers in the infant and toddler classrooms were consistently late between the morning diaper changes with a period of between 15 - 45 minutes late. Diaper changes after naptime do not reflect a timely diaper change when the children wake up from their naps. Naptime is scheduled from 12:00 - 2:30 in the toddler classrooms; with some children not having a documented diaper change until after 3:00 pm. The documents further show some dates in which diaper changes were not logged more than once or twice throughout the day indicating that the diapers were soiled and/or not checked every two hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025
Aug 6, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience and education at the time of initial hire. Previously cited on 06/05/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff person #2 did not include a second written, nonfamily reference from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
Jun 5, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience and education at the time of initial hire.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1 did not include an NSOR clearance prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet). The file included documentation of a request dated 05/28/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2025
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“On 05/29/2025, a bottle of hot sauce was placed on the counter in the Preschool classroom per the instruction of staff person #2 to single out and threaten harm to child #1 in an effort to deter the child from biting. Staff person #3 and #4 were both aware that the hot sauce was on the counter and did not remove the hot sauce from the counter. The child gained access to the bottle and licked the lid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2025
May 19, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 05/05/2025, a staff person observed staff person #1 grab child #1 by the neckline of their shirt and swung them around, causing them to fall on their hands and knees. The force caused the child to slide across the room from the door. A few days prior to this incident a staff person observed staff person #1 slam child #2 into a chair in a rough manner, causing the child to hit their elbow on the table. In another incident, date unknown, another staff person observed staff person #1 hit child #3 with the back of her hand in the mouth and then grabbed the child by the shirt and yelled at the child. Other staff have also observed staff person #1 grabbing children and putting them in a chair in a rough manner and yelling at children in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
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Dec 18, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1 included the results of the NSOR clearance which was not on file within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet); the NSOR clearance on file was dated 11/25/2024. The file for staff person #2 included provisional hire documents which were not complete at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). The FBI clearance request was completed on 07/13/2024 with the results dated 07/16/2024.The file for staff person #1 included the results of the NSOR clearance which was not on file within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet); the NSOR clearance on file was dated 07/08/2024. The file for staff person #3 included provisional hire documents which were not complete at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). Documentation of a copy of the request for the NSOR clearance was not kept on file. The NSOR clearance was dated 07/05/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The file for staff person #4 included documentation of emergency plan training which was not updated annually. The current training was dated 11/25/2024 with the previous training dated 10/10/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The annual emergency drill was not completed within 12 months of the previous drill. The current emergency drill was documented on 08/19/2024 with the previous drill documented 07/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.131(a) Health information
“The file for child #1 included a health report which was not on file within 60 days of their first day of attendance at the facility (see LIS code sheet). The initial health report on file was dated 07/01/2024, with no previous health report on file).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed a spray bottle of cleaning materials on the counter in the PreK classroom which was accessible to children. Observed a spray bottle of cleaning materials on the table in the preschool classroom, a child grabbed the bottle from the table and began spraying the cleaner on the table.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Observed less than 2 feet on 3 sides of the cribs in the infant room while the cribs were in use.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2025
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“Observed a table in the school age classroom with a loose leg, which caused the table to be unstable. Observed the safety strap on a white highchair located in the infant classroom had a broken latch and was unable to be buckled properly.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed the children in the infant/young toddler classroom did not wash their hands before lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.71 Heat Source
“The hot water temperature of the sink located in the school-age classroom bathroom reached a temperature of 111° F which exceeded the maximum temperature of 110° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“Observed the first-aid kit located in the school-age classroom was hanging at a window which was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Observed a child enter the school-age classroom from the PreK classroom to use the bathroom. The child was not supervised by a staff person during this time. The staff person sent the child to the preschool classroom to use the bathroom, but the child went the other direction to the school-age room instead.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
Jul 1, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During naptime in the school age classroom, staff person #1 incorrectly identified the children in their assigned group. Staff person #1 named half of the 18 school age children that were in the back portion of the classroom closest to them, which included children from staff person #2's group. The first time staff person #1 named their group they named 8 children, then added 1 more child. Staff person #2 then named the 9 children in their assigned group (using the face-to-name cards) which included a few of the children already named by staff person #1. Staff person #1 then used face-to-name cards to identify the 9 children in their assigned group.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2024
3270.61(g) Preschool - no napping/play are
“Observed 4 school-age children who were playing in the same group space as children who were sleeping or resting on their cots. Two were in an area near the counter directly next to a child that was sleeping on a cot and two were in the back left corner near a child resting on a cot.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024
Apr 26, 2024Complaint investigation6 rules cited
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“Observed the sink in the young toddler classroom was not at the proper height for the young toddlers to easily reach the sink. A platform or steps were not available for the young toddlers to reach the sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed staff person #5 did not wash the hands of the young toddlers in care after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #4 included a letter from the physician in lieu of a complete health assessment at the time of initial hire, (see LIS code sheet). Staff person #4 was observed preparing food and providing transportation of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Observed staff person #1, caring for children unsupervised. The file for staff person #1, who has resided outside of PA in the previous 60 months did not include out of state clearance results within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #1 did not include documentation of the date the FBI fingerprinting was completed to be hired provisionally. The file for staff person #1 did not include the results of the FBI clearance within 45 days of hire; the FBI clearance was dated 04/05/2024. The clearances for staff person #2, with documentation of misdemeanor grade charges, were not sent to the Central Regional OCDEL for review at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). Observed staff person #3 caring for children unsupervised. The file for staff person #3 did not include the results of an NSOR clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2024
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 did not have documentation of completing the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR. Staff person #4 was observed to be transporting children unsupervised. Staff person #4 did not have documentation of completing the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR and Emergency Plan Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On the date of the investigation, observed staff person #1 on the playground with a group of preschool age children. While asking the children to line up to go inside, staff person #1 was talking to a child that was not lining up while 2 children were fighting over a "Caterpillar Stepper" - Pedal Walker. Staff person #1 did not observe the situation with the children fighting due to their focus being on the child on another portion of the playground that was not lining up.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
Apr 26, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“Observed the sink in the young toddler classroom was not at the proper height for the young toddlers to easily reach the sink. A platform or steps were not available for the young toddlers to reach the sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed staff person #5 did not wash the hands of the young toddlers in care after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #4 included a letter from the physician in lieu of a complete health assessment at the time of initial hire, (see LIS code sheet). Staff person #4 was observed preparing food and providing transportation of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Observed staff person #1, caring for children unsupervised. The file for staff person #1, who has resided outside of PA in the previous 60 months did not include out of state clearance results within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #1 did not include documentation of the date the FBI fingerprinting was completed to be hired provisionally. The file for staff person #1 did not include the results of the FBI clearance within 45 days of hire; the FBI clearance was dated 04/05/2024. The clearances for staff person #2, with documentation of misdemeanor grade charges, were not sent to the Central Regional OCDEL for review at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). Observed staff person #3 caring for children unsupervised. The file for staff person #3 did not include the results of an NSOR clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2024
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 did not have documentation of completing the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR. Staff person #4 was observed to be transporting children unsupervised. Staff person #4 did not have documentation of completing the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR and Emergency Plan Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On the date of the investigation, observed staff person #1 on the playground with a group of preschool age children. While asking the children to line up to go inside, staff person #1 was talking to a child that was not lining up while 2 children were fighting over a "Caterpillar Stepper" - Pedal Walker. Staff person #1 did not observe the situation with the children fighting due to their focus being on the child on another portion of the playground that was not lining up.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024
Dec 28, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The financial agreement for child #2 and #4 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period. Current updates for child #2 was completed on 09/07/2023 & 07/02/2023 with the previous update completed on 11/08/2022. Current updates for child #4 were completed on 09/07/2023 & 06/12/2023 with the previous update completed on 09/12/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“On 01/11/2024, staff person #1 was heard yelling the following statements at the children in the classroom during naptime, "Do it again once" and "I'm tired of this".”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
3270.72(b) Screened
“On 01/11/2024, observed a window was open in the PreK classroom at the front of the building; the window did not have a screen.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Observed the Child Abuse and FBI clearances for staff person #2 were not updated within 60 months of the previous clearances. The current Child Abuse clearance was dated 05/22/2023 with the previous clearance dated 05/09/2018. The current FBI clearance dated 06/14/2023 with the previous clearance dated 05/01/2018.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed exposed screws along the back edge of the fence and next to the gate between the toddler and preschool playground and the gate leading out of the toddler playground which presented a visible hazard. The screws were sticking through the wood from the other side of the wooden slats.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(6) Physician name, address, phone/Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact information for child #3 did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care. The emergency contact information for child #3 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Observed the fire safety training for staff person #2, #3, #4 and #5 was not completed within 12 months of the previous training. The current training for staff person #2 and #4 was completed on 09/12/2023 with the previous training completed on 08/12/2022. The current training for staff person #3 was completed on 09/13/2023 with the previous training completed on 08/12/2022. The current training for staff person #5 was completed on 12/28/2023 with the previous training completed on 08/12/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The file for child #1 included a health report which was not updated within 6 months of the previous health report for an infant for young toddler (see LIS code sheet). The current health report was completed on 10/19/2023 with the initial health report completed on 02/07/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact information for child #3 did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent or the complete address and telephone numbers of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #2 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 4th dose of DTap, a 3rd & 4th dose of PCV13, and a 2nd & 3rd dose of HiB immunizations.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2023
Jan 12, 2023Inspection15 rules cited
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Observed the diaper changing table in the older toddler and infant room did not have a hand washing sign posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Observed the Child Abuse Clearance for staff person #3 was not requested prior to their first day working with children (see LIS code sheet). The Child Abuse Clearance was requested on 01/03/2023 and the results were dated 01/05/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #3 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked an influenza immunization.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff person #1 did not include a two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“Observed the refrigerator in the young toddler classroom did not have a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3270.166(1) Written statement
“A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for child #1 and #2 was not obtained from the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“Observed staff person #1 working alone in the Preschool classroom; the documentation on file for staff person #1 does not meet the qualifications to be an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed a cabinet in the preschool classroom with a broken safety latch allowing children access to cleaning supplies (Lysol, glass cleaner, bleach, Microban, toilet bowl cleaner, Swiffer Wet Jet Cleaner) under the sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“Observed the waste receptacle in the school age bathroom was not equipped with a lid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed the cabinet door was off the hinges under the sink located in the Preschool bathroom. Observed the doorknob on the bathroom door located in the older toddler classroom was loose.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“Observed the first-aid kit in the PreK classroom on the back counter which was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“Observed the diaper station in the young toddler classroom did not have a hands-free covered can.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3270.81 Glass
“A visual strip or other visual identification was not placed on the glass located in the Older Infant/Young Toddler classroom. The row of windows spans from floor to ceiling between the classroom and hallway.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“Observed the sink used for hand washing in the young toddler room was not at a proper height for the children using them and did not have a platform or steps to make the sink accessible.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
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Questions about Inspire Early Education
Is Inspire Early Education licensed?
Yes. Inspire Early Education is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Inspire Early Education last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 11, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Inspire Early Education had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 61 rules across 15 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 60 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 Inspire Early Education care for?
88, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Inspire Early Education accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Inspire Early Education'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 Inspire Early Education cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 920-2221 to ask.
What is Inspire Early Education's phone number?
(717) 920-2221.
Where is Inspire Early Education?
5120 Lancaster St, Harrisburg, PA 17111. The nearest other daycare we list is All About Kids Early Learning Center, 0.4 miles away.