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Mercersburg Area Pre-School

4919 Steele Ave # 4729, Lemasters, PA 172313.2· 5 reviews
licensed capacity
40
open each week
5 days

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About Mercersburg Area Pre-School

Mercersburg Area Pre-School is a child care center in Lemasters, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 40 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: preschool.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 63 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Type
Child care center
Ages
Three, four and five year old children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
40 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesThree, four and five year old children
ProgramsPreschool
Assistance it acceptsCCIS
MoreFounded 1976
Licensed capacity40 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Mercersburg Area Pre-School

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
40 children
License number
#CER-00249207
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 13, 2025: 17 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 63 rules in all · 62 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 14
  • Building, equipment and play areas 11
  • Records and paperwork 9
  • Staff training and qualifications 9
  • Health, medication and illness 8
  • Supervision and ratios 5
  • Background checks 5
  • Transportation 1
  • Safe sleep 1

For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.

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  1. Nov 13, 2025Inspection17 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The file of Staff #4 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. The most recent health assessment in Staff #4's file is dated 6/22/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete

      “The health report for Child #1 did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “Emergency contact information for Child #4 did not include the name, address, and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Emergency contact information for Child #5 did not include the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “Observed a doll house in the downstairs classroom which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “Observed 3 cracked Magna tiles in the downstairs classroom. Observed wooden blocks with rough edges in the upstairs classroom. Observed a cracked blue bin containing alphabet popsicles in the downstairs classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles

      “The toilet and sink area in the downstairs bathroom lacked a clean, lidded waste receptacle.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Observed peeling paint on the bench located on the porch to the right of the entrance door.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025

    • Background checks

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

      “The file of Staff #3 lacked a National Sex Offender Registry Certificate updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #3 contained a NSOR dated 11/20/24 with a previous one dated 11/6/19.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 10/23/20.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Observed 3 screw drivers in the middle drawer of the teacher's desk in the downstairs classroom which were accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.183(a) Locked cabinet

      “It was observed and reported that child records are not stored in a locked cabinet.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.193(a) Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

      “It was observed and reported that facility person's records are not stored in a locked cabinet.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “Staff #2 lacked 5 hours of annual child care training required from December of 2023 through December of 2024. Staff #2 had 4 hours of child care training completed on 11/4/25 and 2 hours of child care training completed on 11/5/25 used for correction.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations

      “The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure the hypothetical locations of the fire were rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location was never the same for consecutive drills.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation of fire drills being conducted on 10/16/24, 12/16/24, 2/11/25, 4/3/25, 9/9/25, and 11/7/25. The facility was closed 5/31/25 through 8/21/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

      “It was observed that an agreement was not on file at the date of enrollment for Children #2 and #4. Child #2's date of admission was 8/21/25 with an agreement dated 8/24/25. Child #4's date of admission was 8/22/25 with an agreement not dated by the parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2025

  2. Apr 28, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Observed rust on the gate at the back of the building in the Outdoor Play Space. Observed rotted wood on the top board of the right railing of the ramp which leads to the Outdoor Play Space.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation of fire drills being conducted on 10/16/24, 12/16/24, 2/11/25, and 4/3/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Observed Up and Up Disinfecting Bleach, Fabuloso Multipurpose Cleaner, and 4 bottles of Clorox Bleach which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" under the classroom sink in the Downstairs Classroom which were accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025

    • Background checks

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

      “The file of Staff #1 lacked a Child Abuse Clearance updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #1 contained a Child Abuse Clearance dated 9/4/24 with a previous one dated 8/12/19.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(b) Original container

      “Observed Dreft Laundry Stain Remover beside snacks including Animal Crackers and Nerds on the top shelf to the right of the classroom sink in the Downstairs Classroom. While discussing this with staff, staff indicated it was not Dreft Laundry Stain Remover but bleach water.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “Observed 3 small wooden rectangular blocks with rough edges and splintering wood in the Upstairs Classroom. Observed a cracked red bin containing masks in the Downstairs Classroom. Observed rust on the sides of the slide steps in the Outdoor Play Space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025

  3. Jan 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “2nd citation. Previously cited on 11/5/24. Observed Bic Cover It which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the middle drawer of the teacher's desk in the downstairs classroom which was accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025

  4. Nov 5, 2024Inspection31 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “Observed an electrical outlet which lacked a protective receptacle cover in the reading area of the downstairs classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The file of Staff #3 lacked a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. The file of Staff #3 did not contain written evaluations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record

      “The file of Child #1, who had an admission date of 8/21/24, did not contain written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The file of Staff #3 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. The file of Staff #3 contained a health assessment dated 11/14/18.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.152 Adult Hygiene

      “Observed Staff #1 did not wash his/her hands before snack.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “Staff #3 lacked renewal of their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on or before the expiration of the most current certification. The most current certification on file for Staff #3 was dated 11/14/21 with an expiration date of 11/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

      “It was observed that an agreement was not on file at the date of enrollment for Child #4. Child #4 had an admission date of 8/29/24 with no agreement on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.27(d) Plan posted

      “The operator did not post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “The file of Staff #3 lacked documentation of receiving training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis. The file of Staff #3 did not contain documentation of receiving emergency plan training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Observed adult scissors in the middle drawer of the teacher's desk in the downstairs classroom which were accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “The emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “Staff #3 lacked documentation of obtaining an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “The file of Staff #3 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The file of Staff #3 contained no documentation of fire safety training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024

    • Background checks

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

      “The file of Staff #2 lacked a dated disclosure statement. The file of Staff #3 lacked a State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, and DHS FBI Clearance updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #3 contained a State Police Clearance dated 11/8/18, a Child Abuse Clearance dated 11/14/18, and a DHS FBI Clearance dated 11/9/18.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff #1 lacked documentation of completing mandated reporter training every 60 months. Staff #1 had documentation of completing mandated reporter training on 8/23/24 with a previous training completed on 8/14/19. Staff #3 lacked documentation of completing mandated reporter training every 60 months. Staff #3 had documentation of completing mandated reporter training on 3/30/22 with previous training completed on 3/23/15.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024

    • Transportation

      3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points

      “The operator lacked documentation of notifying local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a) Health information

      “The file of Child #3 lacked an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #3 had an admission date of 8/22/24 with no initial health report.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the complete home address and complete work address of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Emergency contact for Child #2 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “Observed wooden blocks with rough edges in the downstairs classroom. Observed wooden blocks with rough edges and splintering wood in the upstairs classroom. Observed a white bin containing railroad tracks with approximately a 2 1/2-inch crack in the downstairs classroom. Observed a cracked yellow chair creating pinch points in front of the circle time board in the downstairs classroom. Observed a cracked Little Tykes label creating rough edges on the slide in the outdoor play space. Observed a green slide with rust in the outdoor play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “Observed a green slide in the outdoor play space with approximately 6 inches of mulch. Observed a swing set in the outdoor play space with rubber mats under the swings but no mulch. The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends 9 inches of mulch as protective surface covering.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “Observed foam blocks with bite marks in the downstairs classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “Observed rest equipment not labeled for the use of a specific child in the downstairs classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The agreement for Child #2 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

      “The file of Child #5 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the file and give the original to the parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Observed peeling paint around the circle time board in the downstairs classroom. Observed peeling paint on the wall behind the basket containing blocks in the downstairs classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Observed 2 exposed bolts on the inside of the gate of the outdoor play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted

      “Observed Dracaena on the floor in the corner by the side door in the downstairs classroom. Observed Kalanchoe plant above the register to the left of the block area in the downstairs classroom. Observed Anthurium and an Aloe [name] on the shelf by the book area in the downstairs classroom. Observed Crassula Ovata on the windowsill and on the shelf by the reading area in the downstairs classroom. Observed Epipremnum Aureum, Tradescantia Pallida, and Kalanchoe on the shelf on the windowsill in the dramatic play area in the downstairs classroom. Observed Epipremnum Aureum and Philodendron on the windowsill by the books in the upstairs classroom. Observed Crassula Ovata on the windowsill by the teacher's desk in the upstairs classroom. Observed a snake plant on the windowsill above the dramatic play area in the upstairs classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Observed Epipremnum Pinnatum on the filing cabinet on the landing outside of the upstairs classroom. Observed hydrogen peroxide, DG Spray Enamel Paint, DG Disinfectant Spray, and Mold Armor Mold Remover and Disinfectant which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the cabinet to the right of the sink in the downstairs classroom.”
  5. Nov 15, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “Observed staff file #1 contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 29 months ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “Observed staff file #2 contained documentation of the completed health and safety professional development training update which was completed after the due date of 12/30/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “Observed the facility did not have documentation of providing the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Observed Clorox disinfecting wipes accessible to children on a low counter in the upstairs room. Observed in the upstairs classroom, hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of the reach of children", on a backpack in one of the children's cubbies and on top of the children's cubbies.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic

      “Observed shaving cream, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", in the upstairs and downstairs craft areas.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “Observed the outdoor backpack for the upstairs and downstairs rooms did not contain a copy of the emergency transportation plan.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Observed staff file #2 contained an updated criminal background clearance (10/19/23) which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid criminal background clearance (9/14/18). Observed staff file #2 contained a most recent mandated reporter training which was dated (10/30/18) more than 60 months ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “Observed staff files #1, #2, #3, and #4 contained documentation of completion of fire safety training which was completed more than 12 months after the previous fire safety training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023

  6. Nov 3, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #1, 2, 3, and 4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire(see LIS code sheet): 3270.31(f)(10).”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “Observed staff file #3 contained a most recent written evaluation which was dated more than 12 months after the previous written evaluation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “Observed child file #1 and #3 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “Observed child file #1 and #2 did not contain the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “Observed a damaged black toy bin with rough edges in the upstairs classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Observed a cracked window in the upstairs bathroom. Observed a damaged widow on the second floor which was above the play area and a visible hazard. Observed a fan in the downstairs room which needed to be cleaned.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.94(a)(9) Written record

      “Observed the fire drill log revealed a fire drill was to be conducted in October but there was no documentation that the fire drill was completed at the required time.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “Observed the facility did not have documentation of the completed emergency plan being submitted to the local municipality.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a) Health information

      “Observed child file #3 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “Observed electrical outlets which did not have protective receptacle covers on a power cord by the fish tank in the downstairs room. Observed in the upstairs room and electrical outlet on extension cord which did not have a protective cover.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “Observed staff file #3 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 30 months after the previous valid health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

      “Observed a window in the upstairs hallway and one in the upstairs classroom, a which were not restricted to opening 6 or fewer inches.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Observed in the downstairs classroom, 4 bingo markers which were labeled keep out of the reach of children and did not have the non toxic symbol.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022

  7. Jan 11, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “2nd citation. Previously cited on 11/16/21. Observed Lysol Disinfectant Wipes which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" and bleach water beside the microwave which were accessible to children in the upstairs classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “2nd citation. Previously cited on 11/16/21. The files of Staff #1 and #2 lacked documentation of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The file of Staff #2 lacked documentation of renewing certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on or before the expiration of the most current certificate. Staff #2 had documentation of first aid and CPR training completed on 8/23/21 with a previous training completed on 7/19/19.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “2nd citation. Previously cited on 11/16/21. The facility does not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2022

  8. Nov 12, 2021Inspection11 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “The facility was unable to provide a written record that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided a written record that the fire detection system was manually tested on 1/5/21, 2/3/21, 3/4/21, 4/2/21, 5/3/21, 8/19/21, 9/16/21, and 10/13/21. The facility was closed June through August of 2021.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “The facility does not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “The file of Child #1 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2021

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The file of Child #1 lacked the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2021

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.111(b) Posted in group space

      “On 11/16/21 the downstairs classroom lacked a written plan of daily activities posted in the group space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2021

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “On 11/16/21 observed a xylophone with a loose nail in the downstairs classroom. On 11/16/21 observed a yellow rectangular Magna Tile with approximately a 1 inch piece missing on the side creating rough edges in the upstairs classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2021

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “On 11/16/21 observed two exposed bolts on the right side of the gate to the fence located by the front entrance of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2021

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “On 11/16/21 the first-aid kit in the downstairs classroom lacked tape. On 11/16/21 the first-aid kit in the upstairs classroom lacked tape.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2021

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “On 11/16/21 observed Pro Sanitize Advanced Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" beside the microwave which was accessible to children in the upstairs classroom.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “The files of Staff #1 and #2 lacked documentation of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The file of Staff #2 lacked documentation of renewing certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff #2 had documentation of first aid and CPR training completed on 8/23/21 with a previous training completed on 7/19/19.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The files of Children #1 and #2 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released on the agreement.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2021

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

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Is Mercersburg Area Pre-School licensed?

Yes. Mercersburg Area Pre-School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Mercersburg Area Pre-School last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on November 13, 2025, with 17 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Mercersburg Area Pre-School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 63 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 62 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 Mercersburg Area Pre-School care for?

40, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Mercersburg Area Pre-School accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Mercersburg Area Pre-School'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 Mercersburg Area Pre-School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 328-5992 to ask.

What is Mercersburg Area Pre-School's phone number?

(717) 328-5992.

Where is Mercersburg Area Pre-School?

4919 Steele Ave # 4729, Lemasters, PA 17231. The nearest other daycare we list is Kelly Hedrick Family Child Care Home, 4.1 miles away.

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