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New Holland Early Learning Center is a child care center in New Holland, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 112 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and special-needs / inclusion care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 51 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks old through 3rd grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Languages | Spanish |
| More | Founded 1981 |
| Licensed capacity | 112 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
New Holland Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
State record
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 9 visits · 51 rules in all · 49 corrected
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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3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of the follow up visit to verify corrections for SIN-00291564 (from 7/7/26), it was observed that the plan of corrections for the violation citing 3270.76 had not been fully implemented. On 8/12/26, sharp/prickly creeping thistle was still present along the fence in preschool play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.102(e)/3270.103 Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch/Small Toys and Objects
“At the time of the follow up visit to verify corrections for SIN-00291564 (from 7/7/26), it was observed that the plan of corrections for the violation citing 3270.102(e) and 3270.103 had not been fully implemented. On 8/12/26, Mulch was still accessible along the edge of the fence on the toddler playground. In addition, pieces of rubber mulch from the preschool playground were observed on the sandy area of the toddler playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Staff person #5 did not have a health assessment on file that was dated in the 12 months prior to their start date. The health assessments on file for staff person #8 were dated in March of 2023 and subsequently more than 24 months later in May of 2026. Facility person #13 did not have a health assessment on file. Facility person #16 did not have a health assessment on file that was dated in the 12 months prior to their start date. The health assessments on file for staff person #25 were dated in October of 2023 and subsequently more than 24 months later in April of 2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2026
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“The health assessment on file for staff person #12 does not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. The health assessment also does not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2026
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The record for child #2 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or for the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The record for staff persons #7 and #8, and for facility person #16 each included just one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record for facility person #24 does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2026
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person #23 completed professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation 325 days after the date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the previous training year (2025), staff person #1 completed 9 clock hours of child care training. During the previous training year (10/24-10/25), staff person #9 completed 10 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2026
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(3) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Dismissal policy
“The immunization records on file for children #1 and #5 were not in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Child #1 - Missing 3rd DTAP, 3rd Pneumococcal, 1st MMR and 1st Varicella. Child #5 - Missing 4th DTAP, 3rd HIB, 1st MMR, 1st Varicella, and 1st [name]”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2026
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The most recent health assessment on file for child #1 (toddler) was more than 6 months old (dated 9/2025). Health assessments on file for child #3 (toddler) were dated in June of 2025 and subsequently more than 6 months later in February of 2026. Health assessments on file for child #4 (toddler) were dated in March of 2025 and subsequently more than 6 months later in February of 2026. The most recent health assessment on file for child #5 (toddler) was more than 6 months old (dated 8/2025).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Pod #4 group - Only 2 emergency contact forms were present with a group of 7 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact information on file for child #2 did not include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2026
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The written plan of daily activities was not posted in Pod #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2026
3270.102(e)/3270.103 Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch/Small Toys and Objects
“Landscaping mulch was accessible to the toddlers playing on the blacktop area. Mulch was accessible to toddlers along the edge of the toddler fence.”
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Blacktop - A cloth soccer ball was ripped and pieces were coming off of it. (CORRECTED ON SITE) The tic-tac-toe on the large climber has a sharp broken piece.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“There was not handwashing sign in the little bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A portion of a ceiling tile was missing in the Ladybugs room. 9 ceiling tiles were wet in Pod #3. 1 ceiling tile was wet in Pod #4. Large fence screws were protruding inwards towards the playground on the toddler playground. Old volleyball netting was on the ground on the blacktop where toddlers were playing. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Sharp/prickly creeping thistle was present along the fence in preschool play area.”
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Backpacks containing first aid kits were accessible to children on the blacktop area and in the outdoor school-age area. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Pod #4 - The first aid kit did not include gloves. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“Staff evaluations were completed for staff persons #1, #2, #6, #9, #14, #17, #19, and #20 in July of 2024 and subsequently more than 12 months later in August of 2025. Staff person #23 has been employed for more than 12 months and does not have a staff evaluation on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #4 worked for a period of time during the previous year with expired clearances on file. The child abuse clearance expired 10/28/2025, but was not updated until 5/6/26. The DHS FBI clearance expired 4/22/26, but was not updated until 4/29/26. Staff person #5's criminal record was not submitted to the regional office for review. Upon beginning work in the facility, the record for staff person #7 did not contain completed a completed NSOR as required under the CPSL. The record for facility person #8 did not include a DHS FBI clearance. In addition, the facility person's previous child abuse clearance expired 12/1/2020, but was not updated until 4/3/26. Upon beginning work in the facility, the record for staff person #10 did not contain completed a completed PA state police clearance as required under the CPSL. The record also did not include documentation the facility person has requested the outstanding clearance as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The clearance was obtained 222 days after the employee began working with children. The record for facility person #13 did not include a current NSOR certificate. The record for facility person #16 did not include a DHS FBI clearance and an NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL. In addition, the facility person's file did not include a disclosure statement that was completed upon hire. The mandated reporter training on file for staff person #19 expired 7/2/25, but was not updated until 7/14/25. Staff person #21 does not have employment child abuse and PA state police clearances on file. Volunteer clearances were on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Staff persons #1, #2, #3, #12, #14, #15, #17, #18, #20, #22, and #25 participated in fire safety training in January of 2025 and subsequently more than 12 months later in May of 2026. Staff person #11 participated in fire safety training in January of 2025 and subsequently more than 12 months later in April of 2026. Facility person #12 participated in fire safety training in October of 2023 and subsequently more than 12 months later in May of 2026. Facility person #19 participated in fire safety training in April of 2025 and subsequently more than 12 months later in June of 2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The information given to parents about the emergency plan does not address accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2026
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“The proof and date of purchase of an interconnected fire detection device was not on file with the facility's fire drill logs.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the unannounced monitoring, it was confirmed by the facility director that the last logged fire alarm system test was completed on 10.9.25 [Current date: 11.18.25], so therefore the maximum period of 30-days has been exceeded between required testing of the system.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 does not contain a completed Ohio child abuse clearance or a completed Ohio sexual offender document.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the unannounced monitoring, it was confirmed by the facility director that the last logged fire alarm system test was completed on 10.9.25 [Current date: 11.18.25], so therefore the maximum period of 30-days has been exceeded between required testing of the system.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 does not contain a completed Ohio child abuse clearance or a completed Ohio sexual offender document.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
3270.175(a) Age appropriate restraints
“Both the Facility Director and the Assistant Director confirmed that on 7.15.25, approximately 8-10 younger school aged children were transported in private vehicles of staff persons without the use of required safety booster or full car seats in place for each child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of Staff Person records, it was found that the file for Staff Person #3 included a health assessment dated 5.17.23 [expired 5.31.25].”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2025
3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the health assessment on file for Child #1 [dated 2.28.25] did not include a response to the 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: Aug 29, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“Upon inspection of each childcare space, it was found that the first aid kits [2] for both portions of the school-aged childcare space were being kept in locations that were within easy access to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the health assessment on file for Child #1 [dated 2.28.25] did not include a response to the statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2025
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the agreement on file for Child #1 - Child #6 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“Upon inspection of each childcare space, it was found that a written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted within the school-aged childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“Upon entry into the facility for the purpose of a renewal inspection, it was observed that the most currently updated emergency plans were not posted, but rather a copy of an outdated emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Upon inspection of the physical site area hallways, it was found that multiple containers of sunscreen and diaper ointment had been placed into cubby's that were accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of Staff Person #1 contains a NSOR dated 6.18.20 which is more than 60 months old. There is an updated NSOR dated 7.15.25, but the facility director admitted that Staff Person #1 was working with children after the expiration of the 6.18.20 document and prior to receiving the updated record. The file of Staff Person #2 does not contain a completed DHS required FBI clearance [Dept. of Education record on file dated 5.30.24]. The file of Staff Person #4 contains a DHS FBI clearance dated 5.18.20 which is more than 60 months old. There is an updated DHS FBI clearance dated 7.16.25, but the facility director admitted that Staff Person #4 was working with children after the expiration of the 5.18.20 document and prior to receiving the updated record.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted
“Upon inspection of each childcare space, it was observed in the Fireflies space that two types of plants were present that were easily accessible to children in care. Staff Person # 1 identified the plants as Narcissus and Amaryllis, which upon further investigation are found to be toxic to humans.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“Upon entry to the facility for an Unannounced Monitoring, it was immediately observed that an expired copy [expired 10.28.24] of the Facility Certificate of Compliance was posted at the entryway door.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Immediately upon arrival at the facility for an Unannounced Monitoring, it was observed that one group [Dragonflies] was playing outdoors. Three staff persons were observed in ratio with 14 children. When Staff Person #2 was asked to name and identify her primary childcare group, she indicated that she could not fully understand the instructions [language barrier], but she could not clearly identify the 5 specific children in her primary care group [however she could identify all 14 children in the outdoor space by name].”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff person #3 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 (8.6.22). Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file, however a document indicating completion of an online component of the required training dated 4.27.24 was on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #3 contains a NSOR dated 1.9.2020 which is more than 60 months old. There is no application in the file for an updated child abuse clearance. In addition, the file for facility person # 3 does not contain an up-to-date verification of the completion of Mandated Reporter Training [certificate on file expired on 2.25.25]. The file of facility person #4 does not contain a completed NSOR verification. The file does not contain copies of request(s) for the clearances/verification. The file of facility person #5 contains a NSOR dated 1.9.2020 which is more than 60 months old. There is no application in the file for an updated child abuse clearance. The file of facility person #6 contains a NSOR dated 1.9.2020 which is more than 60 months old. There is no application in the file for an updated child abuse clearance. The file of facility person #7 contains a NSOR dated 1.9.2020 which is more than 60 months old. There is no application in the file for an updated child abuse clearance. The file of facility person #8 contains a NSOR dated 1.9.2020 which is more than 60 months old. There is no application in the file for an updated child abuse clearance. The file of facility person #9 contains a NSOR dated 1.9.2020 which is more than 60 months old. There is no application in the file for an updated child abuse clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Immediately upon arrival at the facility for an Unannounced Monitoring, it was observed that one group [Dragonflies] was playing outdoors. Three staff persons were observed in ratio with 14 children. When Staff Person #2 was asked to name and identify her primary childcare group, she indicated that she could not fully understand the instructions [language barrier], but she could not clearly identify the 5 specific children in her primary care group [however she could identify all 14 children in the outdoor space by name].”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Upon inspection of each childcare space, it was observed in the Ladybugs space that some cardboard blocks were ripped/torn and not in good condition.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that the results of an initial TB screening were not included in the file of Staff Person #1. The record did show that a screening had been initiated, but no results were found anywhere in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2024
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“Upon inspection of each of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that the first aid kit in the school-aged space was accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Upon inspection of each of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that there was 1 ceiling tile missing and 8 damaged in the Lady Bugs [OT] childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Upon inspection of each of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that there was peeling paint near the sink in the school-aged childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that an updated [within 6 months] Child Service Report was not completed or on file for Child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3270.133(4) Locked
“Upon inspection of each of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that there was prescription medication accessible to children in the backpack of the school-aged childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of Staff Person #1 does not contain a completed NSOR verification. The file does not contain copies of request(s) for the clearances/verification.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Upon investigation of the self-reported non-compliance concerns resulting in child injury on 6.5.24, it was confirmed that the facility did have scooters that did not have rubberized grip protection [as originally equipped by the manufacturer] on the handlebars, which contributed to the injury of Child #1 when two children collided while at play.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plans, it was found that a continuity of operations plan was not included in the most recently revised plans.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Upon inspection of the facility person's files, it was found that facility person #3 had only one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person; that facility person #4 had no written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person; that facility person #5 had only one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plans, it was found that accommodations for infants and toddlers was not included in the most recently revised plans.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility's emergency drill logs, it was found that no emergency drill had been performed since the last renewal inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 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): Health and Safety Training 2022 update; 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; Staff person #4 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 #6 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training 2022 Update. Staff person #8 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training 2022 Update.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“Upon inspection of the exterior play space, it was found that the area used by the older toddlers and preschool aged children had embedded playground equipment with a mulch depth of less than 1" directly under the equipment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Upon inspection of the facility fire safety logs, it was found that the minimum testing limit of 30 days was exceeded between the testing on 2.20.23 and 3.23.23”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Upon inspection of staff files, it was found that the records for staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, #7 and #8 did not contain verification of childcare experience either prior to OR from the outset of service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Upon inspection of the facility first aid kits, it was found that the first aid kit used by the school aged children did not contain soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the emergency contact document for child #6 did not contain the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the designated area for special needs/disabilities on the emergency contact document for child #6 was blank.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the emergency contact document for child #6 did not include the address[s] of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the emergency contact document for child #1 was last reviewed on 12.27.22 and the financial agreement was last reviewed on 12.27.22; Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the emergency contact document for child #2 was last reviewed on 1.11.23 and the financial agreement was last reviewed on 1.11.23; Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the emergency contact document for child #3 was last reviewed on 8.3.22; Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the emergency contact document for child #4 was last reviewed on 12.29.22 and the financial agreement was last reviewed on 12.29.22; Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the emergency contact document for child #5 was last reviewed on 8.5.22 and the financial agreement was last reviewed on 8.5.22; Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the emergency contact document for child #6 was last reviewed on 12.27.22 and the financial agreement was last reviewed on 12.27.22;”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the health assessment on file for child #3 was dated 3.10.21 and therefore expired on 3.10.22. No updated health assessment is on file after that date.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.134(a)/3270.134(d) Child's hands washed/Liquid or powdered soap
“Upon inspection of the infant childcare space, two diaper changes were observed and in both cases, the child's hands were wiped with a diaper wipe, but no soap and water were used prior to returning the child to the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of staff files, it was found that no initial health assessment or TB test was on file for staff person #4. Facility director confirmed that staff person #4 had been working with children. Also, it was found that the health assessment on file for staff person #6 was dated 4.5.21 and therefore expired on 4.5.23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.181(e) Emergency master file updated
“Upon inspection of each individual childcare space, it was found that multiple emergency contact documents on file in each space was old/expired and did not match the master file documentation.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2023
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“Upon inspection of the facility fire safety logs, it was found that testing of the alarm system was conduct on the following dates: 10.28.21, 11.30.21, 2.14.22, 2.15.22, 3.8.22, 3.14.22, 4.21.22, 5.25.22, 6.21.22. Therefore the required 30 day testing threshold was exceeded on multiple occasions.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“Upon inspection of each child care space, it was found that the refrigerator in the young toddler room [Bumblebees] was at/above 50 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2022
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 document for child #2 - #5 had not been reviewed/updated within the past six months and the parental agreement for child #3 had not been reviewed/updated within the past six months.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2022
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the health assessment for child #2 was dated 1.11.21 and therefore expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2022
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e) Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the record for influenza vaccination for child #2 was missing with no exemption on file AND for child #4, the last influenza vaccination was dated from 2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2022
3270.133(8) Special diet - parent's instructions
“Child #1 was served and did consume a fish-based product, despite the fact that facility records showed that the child did have a seafood allergy.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2022
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Ephrata, PA 17522 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
428 Ranck Rd, New Holland, PA
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Ephrata, PA 17522 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Ephrata, PA 17522 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
2408 Anita Ct, Leola, PA
FAQ
Yes. New Holland Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 51 rules across 9 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 49 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.
112, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 354-4440 to ask.
(717) 354-4440.
18 Western Ave, New Holland, PA 17557. The nearest other daycare we list is Kinderhaus Child Care Learning Center, 2.3 miles away.