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Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary

104 Highland Rd Ste 1, Atglen, PA 193104.8· 28 reviews
licensed capacity
179
open each week
5 days

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About Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary

Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary is a child care center in Atglen, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 179 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, before-school care, preschool and summer camp.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

MontessoriBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
179 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Mon - Fri 7 AM - 6 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, preschool and summer camp
ApproachMontessori
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity179 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
179 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00251656
See the state's record

Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 4, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 6
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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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  1. Feb 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Feb 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 14, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not conduct an emergency drill.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have a written policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(3) Contact when arises

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan for the facility did not specify a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan for the facility did not specify a 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.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have a letter explaining the emergency procedures to parents.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #2 did not have the required out of state clearances on file at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.102(e) Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the toddler outdoor play area had mulch for the play surface.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(c)/3270.131(d)(1) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP/Child's health history

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #1 did not have a health report on file. The child only had an immunization record.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the record for staff #1 did not have verification of education.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan for the facility did not include accommodations for infants and toddlers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

  4. Apr 21, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Observed chipped paint in classroom bathroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2023

  5. Mar 11, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Observed chipped paint over sink and behind trashcan in room 4 bathroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “Observed bathroom in room 4 toilet and floor with old dried urine on it.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2022

  6. Mar 11, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Observed chipped paint over sink and behind trashcan in room 4 bathroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “Observed bathroom in room 4 toilet and floor with old dried urine on it.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2022

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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Questions about Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary

Is Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary licensed?

Yes. Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary care for?

179, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 593-9622 to ask.

What is Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary's phone number?

(610) 593-9622.

Where is Octorara YMCA at Octorara Elementary?

104 Highland Rd Ste 1, Atglen, PA 19310. The nearest other daycare we list is Curiosity Corner, 2.1 miles away.

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