Lancaster Early Education Center
150 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA
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Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center
- licensed capacity
- 201
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center
Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center is a child care center in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 201 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 73 rules across 12 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 201 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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 | 201 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 201 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257095
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 13, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 12 of 14 visits · 73 rules in all · 57 corrected
- Safety and hazards 24
- Health, medication and illness 11
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Staff training and qualifications 9
- Records and paperwork 8
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Background checks 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- 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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Jul 13, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Staff person #1 restrained child #1 when child #1 was fighting with another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
- May 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 6, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“Staff person #1's file did not contain a current Disclosure statement. Staff person #1's rap sheet, clearances, and disclosure statement were not sent to the Regional Office for review and has been caring for children at the facility (see Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2026
Dec 10, 2025Inspection17 rules cited
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“Upon inspection of facility child files, it was found that the health assessment on file for Child #2 was missing 1 dose of the HIB immunization or an approved exemption on file. Further, it was found that the health assessment on file for Child #4 was missing 1 dose of the Hepatitis B immunization, 3 doses of Pneumococcal immunization and 2 doses of Polio immunization. A parental exemption form was presented with the file, which was not dated, nor specific as to which immunization and exemption[s] were being claimed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the gymnasium [large group play-space].”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“Upon inspection of facility child files, it was found that the facility/parental agreement on file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5 and Child #6 lack a description of the services which are to be considered extra to the family and the child. This was previously cited on 1.6.25 and recited on 2.4.25 for the same regulatory noncompliance, with an approved plan of correction being accepted on 2.17.25 including a regulatory compliant form presented by the facility at that time. This demonstrates that the facility is not implementing their approved plan of corrective action.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Upon inspection of child files, it was found that the same date of admission was utilized for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5 and Child #6, regardless of their actual date of admission to the childcare program, which was factually inconsistent with other records.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Upon inspection of facility child files, it was found that the facility/parental agreement on file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5 and Child #6 lack a description of the specific services to be provided to the family and the child. This was previously cited on 1.6.25 and recited on 2.4.25 for the same regulatory noncompliance, with an approved plan of correction being accepted on 2.17.25 including a regulatory compliant form presented by the facility at that time. This demonstrates that the facility is not implementing their approved plan of corrective action.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Pre K #3 childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that there was peeled and/or damaged paint/caulking in the following areas: 1] on entry doorway, vertical column, stage & several walls on left side of the school-aged childcare space; 2] around the windowsills/frames of the infant childcare space; 3] multi-use restroom outside the PreK childcare space on wall to left of the sink; AND 4] wall outside the PreK childcare space. This demonstrates that the facility is not implementing the previously approved plan of corrective action dated 9.23.25 related to the same violation type.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that under and around the changing surface of the diaper changing table in the 2-year-old childcare space contained a buildup of foreign matter.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that the restroom in the Pre K #3 childcare space had visibly dirty floor and wall areas near the toilets.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of staff records, it was found that the health assessment on record for Staff Person #1 was dated 5.30.19 [expired 5.31.24]. Staff Person #1 was observed to have handled prepared food for the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that the first aid kit in the Pre K #3 childcare space was missing sterile gauze.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted in the school-aged childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that a bottle of hand sanitizer labeled 'Keep out of reach of children' was placed on a table accessible to children in the school-aged childcare space. Further, in the hallway adjacent to the school-aged childcare space, a floor mop with a commercial cleaning product cartridge labeled 'Keep out of reach of children' was accessible.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the required facility records on file, it was found that the required annual emergency drill had not been conducted since 2.5.24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.66(b) Original container
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that spray bottles containing an unknown/unlabeled product were placed in the following childcare spaces: Infants, One-year olds and Pre K #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that lunch was served to the children in the Pre K #3 childcare space and the staff persons were not observed to have washed their hands prior to handling and serving food to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Upon onsite inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that lunch was served to the children in the Pre K #3 childcare space and no child was observed to have washed their hands prior to being seated with food.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
Oct 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“It was verified through multiple written and verbal statements that Child #1 was left unsupervised on a bus for a total period of 22 minutes as a result of Staff Person #1 and #2 not completing name/face checks of each primary care group and not completing a thorough visual check of the bus seats after unloading children. The initial directed plan of correction for inspection #00269297 [7.8.25] resulted in approved plan of correction from the provider. However, on 10.9.25 the provider did not satisfy the requirements of that directed and accepted plan that multiple specific staff positions were mandated to attend.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
- Sep 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 21, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Upon completion of an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that 2-3 damaged ceiling tiles were in the Pre K #4 childcare space AND damage drywall along the right side of the room was also observed.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. Staff person #3 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however (the training was not completed through a Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS) approved curriculum/ the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum). Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Required Health and Safety training topics training AND Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. Staff person #7 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however (the training was not completed through a Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS) approved curriculum/ the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 contains a National Sexual Offender Registry dated 3.3.20 which is more than 60 months old. The file for facility person # 4 does not contain a completed National Sexual Offender Registry [NSOR]. Although the LE could hire this person provisionally, the requirement to have the NSOR on file prior to begin working with children under the CPSL has not been met. The file of facility person #5 contains a National Sexual Offender Registry dated 3.3.20 which is more than 60 months old. The file of facility person #6 contains a PA Child Abuse Clearance dated 3.24.20 which is more than 60 months old. The file also does not contain a completed PA State Police Criminal Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 has completed the health and safety course titled (Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality (10 hours)) but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Upon completion of an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that a bottle of hand sanitizer [labeled 'Keep out of Reach of Children'] was left accessible to children in care in the school-aged childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Upon completion of an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that there were multiple areas [at least 20+] of peeling paint around the perimeter of the school-aged childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2025
Jul 8, 2025Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“It was verified through multiple written and verbal statements that Child #1 was left unsupervised on a bus for a total period of 22 minutes as a result of Staff Person #1 and #2 not completing name/face checks of each primary care group and not completing a thorough visual check of the bus seats after unloading children.”
Jun 11, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 1. Required Health & Safety training; 2. Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“It has been confirmed by both verbal statements/internal investigation results provided by Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3, as well as by direct observation of the incident from facility video footage that Staff Person #1 did in fact leave Child #1 unsupervised in the childcare space while she was sleeping for 2:45.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2025
Jun 11, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 1. Required Health & Safety training; 2. Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“It has been confirmed by both verbal statements/internal investigation results provided by Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3, as well as by direct observation of the incident from facility video footage that Staff Person #1 did in fact leave Child #1 unsupervised in the childcare space while she was sleeping for 2:45.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2025
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Jan 30, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.25(b) Post the inspection summary
“Upon inspection of the facility to verify the implementation of corrective plans, it was found that a copy of the currently open and active renewal inspection summary was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.21/3270.66(a) General Health and Safety/Locked or inaccessible
“Upon re-inspection of the physical site to verify implementation of correction plan, it was found that in the Gymnasium play space, a construction area remained unsecured/accessible, which contained chemicals, tools and other items of a hazardous nature.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Upon re-inspection of the children's files to verify implementation of corrective plans, it was found that the admission agreement document for Child #1 - Child #6 continued to lack a description of the specific services to be provided to the family and the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Upon re-inspection of the physical site to verify implementation of corrective plans, it was found that in the large group room, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes remained accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“Upon re-inspection of the children's files to verify implementation of corrective plans, it was found that the admission agreement document for Child #1 - Child #6 continued to lack the services which are to be considered as extra.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025
Dec 10, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that in the school-aged childcare space that a table was placed in front of and was blocking a viable exit from the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2025
3270.166(3) Disposable nursers or parents
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was observed that in the infant childcare space, bottles were being hand-washed for later use and the staff in that space confirmed that a commercial dishwasher was not used.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the admission agreement document for Child #1 - Child #6 did not contain a description of the specific services to be provided to the family and the child.”
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the admission agreement document for Child #1 - Child #6 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.”
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that Facility Person #2 had a health assessment dated 5.26.22 [expired on 5.26.24].”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that in the older toddler childcare space that there was chipping paint around the columns; in the 1-year-old childcare space that there was chipped paint on the outside perimeter wall area.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that in the Infant childcare space that three ceiling tiles were damaged and one was missing; in the older toddler childcare space that four ceiling tiles were damaged; in the 1-year-old childcare space that one ceiling tile was damaged.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that in the school-aged AND preschool childcare space, the first aid kit was missing tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that in the 1-year-old room, there was non-prescription skin cream in one child's cubby; floor cleaner accessible and an unlocked cabinet with cleaning chemicals. In addition, it was found that in the large group room, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes were accessible to children in care.”
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR training [documentation on file expired on 11.9.24]. Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“Upon inspection of the facility's letter to parents regarding emergency procedures, it was found that specific methods of communication in the event of an emergency and at the conclusion of an emergency were not included in the information provided in the letter.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2025
3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended
“Upon inspection of the facility's most up-to-date Emergency Plans, it was found that a specific method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children was not included.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.27(a)(3) Contact when arises
“Upon inspection of the facility's most up-to-date Emergency Plans, it was found that a specific method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises was not included.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2025
3270.21/3270.66(a) General Health and Safety/Locked or inaccessible
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that in the Gymnasium play space, a construction area was unsecured/accessible, which contained chemicals, tools and other items of a hazardous nature.”
3270.81 Glass
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that in the large group room, no visual strips or other visual identification was placed on the glass located within the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
Feb 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the time of inspection, the facility could not provide documentation of an annual emergency drill being conducted at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2024
Dec 1, 2023Inspection23 rules cited
3270.133(4) Locked
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the medication for child 1 was in the child's bookbag which was within the reach of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Documentation on file for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3, and staff member 9 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. This was corrected on site for staff member 2.”
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“Documentation of the letter that the parents receive about the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the time of inspection, the facility could not provide documentation of an annual emergency drill being conducted at the facility.”
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“Documentation of the influenza vaccine was not on file for child 3. Documentation on file for child 2 did not include the recommended 15-18 month dose of the DTAP vaccine.”
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the emergency transportation plan was not posted in the sensory room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Documentation of the agreement on file for child 1 and child 4 did not include the date of the child's admission.”
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“Documentation of the agreement on file for child 4 did not include persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a toilet was covered with a trash bag in the older toddler classroom and not able to be used and the tank of the toilet in the pre k classroom was covered in a trash bag.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was peeling plaster in the older toddler classroom. This was covered with tape during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that ceiling tiles in the infant classroom and toddler classroom had significant water marks on them indicating a leak.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“A copy of the emergency plan on file was not sent to the county emergency management agency,”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit in the school age classroom was missing gloves, soap and scissors. The first aid kit in the toddler classroom was missing scissors and there was only one band aid in the first aid kit in the Pre K classroom. All items were added to the first aid kit in the school age classroom, toddler classroom and pre-k classroom during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the cleaning solution in the swiffer power mop was within reach of children. The cleaning solution was removed from the mop during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that outlet covers were missing in a power strip located in the Pre K classroom and Sensory Classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Documentation on file for staff member 2, staff member 5 and staff member 6 did not include documentation of two years' experience working with children. Documentation of two years' experience working with children was obtained and placed on file for staff member 2 during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Documentation of the disclosure statement on file for staff member 2 did not include a date in which the disclosure statement was signed by the staff member and witness. Documentation of the disclosure statement on file for staff member 8 was not signed by a witness. Documentation of the child abuse clearance on file for staff member 5 was obtained after the staff members first day caring for children. Updated child abuse clearance and FBI clearance were not on file for staff member 7. The original child abuse clearance on file was dated 9/17/18 and the original FBI clearance was dated 10/6/18. The state police clearance for staff member 7 was updated after the 60-month time frame. The state police clearance expired on 12/7/18 and was updated on 12/8/23. All clearances are to be updated every 60 months.”
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Documentation of annual fire safety training was not on file for staff member 7, staff member 8 and staff member 10.”
3270.31(e)(1)(ii) Age and Training
“Documentation of 12 annual training hours was not on file for staff member 7 and staff member 10.”
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Documentation on file for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 4 and staff member 10 did not include emergency plan training.”
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“The emergency plan on file did not include an annual review.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff member 1 and staff member 4 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR Staff member 2 and staff member 4 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety (CCDBG) Training”
3270.133(7) Medication log
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that medication for child 5 was at the facility but didn't have documentation of a medication log.”
Oct 5, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Direct statement from staff person #2, as well as footage from the CC video clearly showed that child #1 was left in the childcare space unsupervised by staff person #1 for a period of time in excess of 9 minutes. Footage indicated that staff person #1 was only 6-8 feet from the sleeping child prior to leaving them unsupervised, and that she also re-entered the childcare space for an unrelated reason and still did not notice the child. Child was observed to be sleeping for part of the time, but then awoke and wandered about the space for a period of time.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Direct statement from staff person #2, as well as footage from the CC video clearly showed that child #1 was left in the childcare space unsupervised by staff person #1 for a period of time in excess of 9 minutes. Footage indicated that staff person #1 was only 6-8 feet from the sleeping child prior to leaving them unsupervised, and that she also re-entered the childcare space for an unrelated reason and still did not notice the child. Child was observed to be sleeping for part of the time, but then awoke and wandered about the space for a period of time.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023
Aug 31, 2023Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.191 Individual Records
“Upon inspection of complaint allegations regarding facility field excursions, it was found that an individual volunteer file had not been created for multiple 'chaperones' prior to these excursions.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Upon the investigation of complaint allegations, it was found that child #1 was participating in an off-site field trip, during which time they were separated from the primary supervision group for an undetermined amount of time greater than 10 minutes. It was determined that the child remained within the excursion location with a related chaperone, while the primary care group and adult were aboard the transportation bus.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Upon the investigation of complaint allegations, it was found that child #1 was participating in an off-site field trip, during which time they were separated from the primary supervision group for an undetermined amount of time greater than 10 minutes. It was determined that the child remained within the excursion location with a related chaperone, while the primary care group and adult were aboard the transportation bus.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Upon investigation of complaint allegations, it was found that the facility had not created a regulatory compliant volunteer file, including CPSL required clearances/registry, for multiple 'chaperones' prior to off-site excursions.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2023
Feb 20, 2023Inspection13 rules cited
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“Upon inspection of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that a box of yogurt snacks was placed on the table of the school-aged room at 12:00, which required refrigeration. No staff were present in the room at the time of discovery.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2023
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“Upon inspection of the fire safety records for the facility, it was found that an purchase attestation statement was not available. Further, upon inspecting the system testing dates, the following dates were provided: 1.2022, 2.2022, 3.31.2022, 4.13.22, 5.16.2022, 6.13.22, 7.11.2022, 8.12.2022, 9.20.2022, 10.18.2022, 11.3.22,12.11.2022 and 1.31.23 - which is evidence that the maximum 30 interval between testing was exceeded on several occasions.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2023
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“Upon inspection of the facility, it was found that an annual written notification to local traffic safety authorities regarding the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility had not been submitted for the past year [20022-2023].”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Upon inspection of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that a damaged ceiling tile was in evidence in the toddler 1 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2023
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“Upon inspection of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that emergency contact phone numbers were not posted in the sensory and school-aged rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2023
3270.133(2) Written instructions
“Upon inspection of the childcare spaces, it was found that a prescription medication was present for child #1 in the PreK 3 room without any written instructions.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the Emergency contact and financial agreement forms for child #2 were last reviewed on 8.8.22 AND the financial agreement form for child #3 was last reviewed on 8.10.22.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Upon inspection of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency were not posted in the sensory and school-aged rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Upon inspection of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that there was peeling/flaking paint in the PreK 3 room [pillars & doorframes] AND in the PreK 4 room [windowsills].”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2023
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Upon inspection of facility personnel files, it was found that staff person #3 did not have a record of training on the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pre-Service Health and Safety training topics course. Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pre-Service Health and Safety training topics course.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 does not contain a completed out of state clearances [MD child abuse]. The file for facility person #2 does not contain a valid mandated reporter training certificate [unapproved course 4.21.22].”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2023
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“Upon inspection of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the sensory and school-aged rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2023
- Dec 15, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Nov 8, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 does not contain a completed PA Criminal Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of facility person #1 file during complaint investigation, it was found that no health assessment was on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2022
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Directly observed via video that facility person #1 did physically grab and harshly pull child #2 by the arm during the course of care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2023
Nov 8, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 does not contain a completed PA Criminal Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of facility person #1 file during complaint investigation, it was found that no health assessment was on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2022
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Directly observed via video that facility person #1 did physically grab and harshly pull child #2 by the arm during the course of care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2023
Aug 29, 2022Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“Upon review of the childcare space video for the entire day of 8.23.22, it was observed that on greater than half of the diaper changes completed by both staff persons #1 and #2 [approximately 20+], the diaper changing surface was immediately reused with another child without cleaning the changing surface with a sanitizing solution.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.111(c) Promote development
“Upon review of the childcare space video for the entire day of 8.23.22, it was observed that child #1, was placed in the quiet cube at 0824 for unknown cause and was not removed from that area until 0842 [17+ minutes] by staff person #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2022
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Upon review of the childcare space video for the entire day of 8.23.22, it was observed that every diaper change completed by both staff persons #1 and #2 [approximately 20+] resulted in the children being immediately returned to the childcare space without their hands being washed with soap and water.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“Upon review of the childcare space video for the entire day of 8.23.22, it was observed that every diaper change completed by both staff persons #1 and #2 [approximately 20+] resulted in the child being returned to the childcare space and the next child being changed without either of the staff persons washing their hands with soap and water.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Upon review of the video footage of the specific incident under investigation, staff person #1 can be seen to be roughly moving child #1 in her seat and then making physically inappropriate/rough contact with the child's face area. A full review of the entire day's video footage for that childcare space on 8.23.22 showed staff person #1 use inappropriate physical/rough contact with child #2 - #7.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
Aug 29, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“Upon review of the childcare space video for the entire day of 8.23.22, it was observed that on greater than half of the diaper changes completed by both staff persons #1 and #2 [approximately 20+], the diaper changing surface was immediately reused with another child without cleaning the changing surface with a sanitizing solution.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.111(c) Promote development
“Upon review of the childcare space video for the entire day of 8.23.22, it was observed that child #1, was placed in the quiet cube at 0824 for unknown cause and was not removed from that area until 0842 [17+ minutes] by staff person #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2022
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Upon review of the childcare space video for the entire day of 8.23.22, it was observed that every diaper change completed by both staff persons #1 and #2 [approximately 20+] resulted in the children being immediately returned to the childcare space without their hands being washed with soap and water.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“Upon review of the childcare space video for the entire day of 8.23.22, it was observed that every diaper change completed by both staff persons #1 and #2 [approximately 20+] resulted in the child being returned to the childcare space and the next child being changed without either of the staff persons washing their hands with soap and water.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Upon review of the video footage of the specific incident under investigation, staff person #1 can be seen to be roughly moving child #1 in her seat and then making physically inappropriate/rough contact with the child's face area. A full review of the entire day's video footage for that childcare space on 8.23.22 showed staff person #1 use inappropriate physical/rough contact with child #2 - #7.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
Jul 29, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“After reviewing video footage of the exact incident, written statements by both staff persons #1 and #2 and interview with the facility director, staff person #1 and #2, it was determined that staff person #1 did in fact drag child #1 from one end of the gym to the other.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2022
Nov 15, 2021Inspection11 rules cited
3270.27(a)(3) Contact when arises
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan, it was found that a specific method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises was not developed.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2021
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan, it was found that specific accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions was not developed.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2021
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that one address was missing for a designated person for child #5 and #7 AND all addresses were missing for child #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the health insurance coverage and policy number was missing for child #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the physician's address and phone number were missing from the contact form for child #3 AND the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care was missing from the form for child #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that an admission date was missing on the agreements of child #5, #6 and #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan, it was found that a specific method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children was not developed.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2021
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e) Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that a record of immunizations was not included for #8 [4 years]. Also, no influenza vaccination is included for child #3 [1 year] #4 [3 years], #5 [3 years] and #6 [2 years].”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2021
3270.131(a) Health information
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that an initial health report was not on file for child #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2021
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan, it was found that specific plans for a lock-down type emergency were not developed.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2021
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Upon inspection of the fire drill logs, it was found that drills were conducted on 3.11.21 and then 5.18.21, which exceeds the 60 day limit.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center
Is Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center licensed?
Yes. Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 13, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 73 rules across 12 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 57 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 Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center care for?
201, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 393-1735 to ask.
What is Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center's phone number?
(717) 393-1735.
Where is Lancaster YWCA Child Enrichment Center?
110 N Lime St, Lancaster, PA 17602. The nearest other daycare we list is 10 Hour Care Daycare Center City, 0.1 miles away.