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RockSTARt Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 36
- open each week
- 5 days
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About RockSTARt Early Learning Center
RockSTARt Early Learning Center is a child care center in Halifax, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 36 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for RockSTARt Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 36 children
- License number
- #CER-00242934
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 7, 2026: 12 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Safety and hazards 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safe sleep 2
- 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 7, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #3 included a PSP clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The file included a PSP request dated 01/11/2024 which was in "Request" status; the final clearance was not on file. A current PSP dated 03/20/2026 was on file. The file for staff person #5 included a child abuse clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The file included a current child abuse clearance dated 06/11/2025 with the previous clearance dated 09/18/2019. The file for volunteer / staff person #6 (see LIS code sheet) included an NSOR clearance which was not on file prior to their first day volunteering and prior to their first day caring for children as a staff person. The NSOR clearance on file was dated 06/24/2026. The file for volunteer / staff person #7 (see LIS code sheet) included a child abuse clearance dated 09/05/2025, an NSOR clearance dated 01/20/2026 and an FBI clearance dated 01/15/2026 which was not on file prior to their first day volunteering at the facility. The file for staff person #8 (see LIS code sheet) included an NSOR clearance dated 10/17/2025 which was not completed prior to their first day caring for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for staff person #2, #4, #5 and #9 did not have documentation of a written evaluation at least once every 12 months. The file for staff person #1, #3, #10, and #11 did not have documentation of a written evaluation within 12 months of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). The operator was unable to find documentation of written evaluations on the date of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed diaper cream and sunscreen in children's cubbies in the older toddler classroom which were accessible to children. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“Observed the first-aid kit located in the older toddler classroom was hanging on a low hook which was accessible to older toddler and preschool age children. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Observed the first aid kit in the older toddler classroom did not have soap and the first aid kit in the preschool classroom did not have tape. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“Observed child sized chairs stacked 5 chairs high in the PreK classroom which presented a tip hazard. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for child #1 included a health report which was not updated within 12 months of the previous health report. The most recent health report on file was dated 03/07/2025 with no subsequent report on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #2 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 3rd dose of PCV13 immunization.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed bottles in the infant classroom refrigerator which were not labeled with the name of the child for whom the bottles were intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The director or designated staff person did not ensure fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days between 07/03/2025 - 09/05/2025 - 11/05/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The director or designated staff person did not ensure a manual test of the fire detection system was conducted at least once every 30 days between 08/01/2025 - 09/05/2025 and 10/03/2025 - 11/05/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Observed the older toddler classroom did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted in a conspicuous location. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
Jul 22, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the infant classroom it was observed that two spray bottles with cleaning solution were in reach of a pack and play. (The spray bottles were put up on a shelf and corrected on site.)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“It was observed that staff member #2 had pediatric first aid and CPR on 8/26/22 and 9/5/25. This caused a lapse in certification.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2024
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“It was observed that the health assessment for staff person #1 did not state that the staff member was free from communicable disease. It was observed that staff member #3 had a health assessment on 5/28/22 and again on 7/11/24. This is outside of the regulatory at least one health assessment on file every 24 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed that a ride on toy in the infant/toddler playground had broken plastic on it causing rough edges. (The toy was removed from the play space and was corrected on site.)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The mandated reported training for staff person #4 expired on 11/2/24. An updated training was not obtained and on file until 6/7/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“It was observed in the infant room that there was a gap between the pad and the bottom of the pack and plays causing a space for an infant to roll into. (This was corrected on site.)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Staff person #2 had fire safety training on 2/6/24 and on 3/3/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed in the infant classroom that there was a build-up of dirt under the changing pad on the changing table. It was observed that the door and the gate to the kitchen were left open and gave access to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the bathroom used by the toddlers, plastic bags were observed to be in a drawer that was not locked. (This was corrected on site.)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2025
Jul 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“It was observed at the time of inspection that written notification of safe routes was not posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2024
3270.106(j) Prohibit items in crib
“It was observed at the time of inspection an infant was sleeping with a pacifier with a beaded strap attached to the child's clothing by a clip.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2024
Jul 7, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“It was observed at the time of inspection an evaluation was not completed every 12 months as required for staff #1, #2 and #3”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
3270.102(e) Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch
“It was observed at the time of inspection the outside toddler play area had mulch with a diameter of less than an inch.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023
3270.66(b) Original container
“It was observed at the time of inspection a bottle containing soapy water was not labeled specifying the contents.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
Jul 19, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed at the time of inspection that the soccer net in the outdoor play area had ripped netting,”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“It was observed at the time of inspection the older preschool classroom and the 3 and 4 year old classroom were combined and the emergency contact information was not present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“It was observed at the time of inspection that staff #1 and staff #2 did not have their health assessment and TB test completed within in 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2022
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“It was observed at the time of inspection that child #1's financial agreement did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about RockSTARt Early Learning Center
Is RockSTARt Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. RockSTARt Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was RockSTARt Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with 12 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has RockSTARt Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 RockSTARt Early Learning Center care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does RockSTARt Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are RockSTARt Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does RockSTARt Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 827-3112 to ask.
What is RockSTARt Early Learning Center's phone number?
(717) 827-3112.
Where is RockSTARt Early Learning Center?
312 Maple St, Halifax, PA 17032. The nearest other daycare we list is The YMCA Child Development Center at Halifax, 0.3 miles away.