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Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp
- licensed capacity
- 157
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp
Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp is a child care center in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 157 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidy
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- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 157 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Life Essentials |
| Staff | All educators must meet or exceed state child care provider requirements, including background clearance and education qualifications |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Secure entries, authorized pick-up procedures |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 157 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 157 children
- License number
- #CER-00249805
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 19, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 19 rules in all · 19 corrected
- Safety and hazards 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Background checks 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Feb 19, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 1/9/26. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2026
Dec 15, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In childcare rooms 1, 2, 5, 7 and 8, Cert Rep observed ceiling vents that were covered with a thick layer of dust. In childcare room #6, Cert Rep observed a dark, circular spot, on a ceiling tile in the back, right corner.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2026
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“In Childcare Room #5, Cert Rep observed a Golden Pothos plant in a childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire detection device log indicates that a test was completed 5/23/25 and the next test was completed 6/23/25, which is 31 days later. Fire detection device testing was not completed in a timely manner.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
3270.15(b) Building Codes
“The facility was not able to provide a Certificate of Occupancy.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 26, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The Emergency Contact form for Child # 1 did not contain the address for an individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2025
May 21, 2025Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #2 does not have documentation of DHS FBI clearance or a receipt that the clearance has been requested.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
3270.81 Glass
“The glass door on room #2 did not have a visual strip or other visual identification. Corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Staff person #1 did not have documentation of a health assessment on file prior to providing direct care for children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
3270.163(a)(2) Protein
“While at the facility it was observed that lunch did not contain a protein.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Staff person #1 had a vape pen in her pocket in the classroom, which fell onto the floor while children were in care. Regulations state that toxins must be kept inaccessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2025
May 21, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #2 does not have documentation of DHS FBI clearance or a receipt that the clearance has been requested.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
3270.81 Glass
“The glass door on room #2 did not have a visual strip or other visual identification. Corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Staff person #1 did not have documentation of a health assessment on file prior to providing direct care for children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
3270.163(a)(2) Protein
“While at the facility it was observed that lunch did not contain a protein.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Staff person #1 had a vape pen in her pocket in the classroom, which fell onto the floor while children were in care. Regulations state that toxins must be kept inaccessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2025
Jan 2, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact form created by the facility does not request information for the child regarding "Special Disabilities" or "Additional information on special needs of child".”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The director or designated staff person did not ensure a manual test of the fire detection system was completed at least once every 30 days. The most recent test was documented on 11/27/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Child #1, #2, and #3 did not have documentation on file of enrolling parent's work address and work phone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2024
Dec 27, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“It was observed in room 4, the two-year-old classroom that there was missing paint and plaster exposed in several spots on the back long wall by the playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2024
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“The emergency plan did not include accommodations for children during an emergency lock-down.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2024
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Facility Person #1 and #2 did not include TB test results signed and dated by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP to confirm they are free from communicable TB.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The emergency plan letter provided to the parents did not include information regarding an emergency lock-down at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Facility Person #3 did not contain out of state clearances. The ID on file for Facility Person #3 showed that they resided in Oklahoma as of 2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2024
Feb 23, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed soiled Legos in room 3, the older toddler child care space. Corrected at time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.182(1) Initial and subsequent health reports
“Child #1 last health assessment was 11/1/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
Nov 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed "White Out" marked Keep Out of Reach of Children in the Kindergarten care space. Corrected at Time of Inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2022
Aug 30, 2022Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 8/23/22 Child #1, #2, #3, and #4 absconded from the care of Staff #1 while participating in a bouncy house activity outside the fenced playground of the facility. The children were unsupervised for approximately 3 minutes. Staff #2 found the children in the neighborhood that abuts the facility, in front of a house, in the street.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2022
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 8/23/22 Child #1, #2, #3, and #4 absconded from the care of Staff #1 while participating in a bouncy house activity outside the fenced playground of the facility. The children were unsupervised for approximately 3 minutes. Staff #2 found the children in the neighborhood that abuts the facility, in front of a house, in the street.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 8/23/22 Child #1, #2, #3, and #4 absconded from the care of Staff #1 while participating in a bouncy house activity outside the fenced playground of the facility. The children were unsupervised for approximately 3 minutes. Staff #2 found the children in the neighborhood that abuts the facility, in front of a house, in the street.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp
Is Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp licensed?
Yes. Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 19, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp care for?
157, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 791-0111 to ask.
What is Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp's phone number?
(717) 791-0111.
Where is Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp?
188 Woods Dr, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. The nearest other daycare we list is Tender Years, 0.6 miles away.