The Learning Experience Mechanicsburg Pa
165 Gateway Dr, Mechanicsburg, PA
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Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool
- licensed capacity
- 29
- monthly, posted tuition
- $165
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About Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool
Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool is a child care center in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 29 children.
It describes a Faith-based approach, with pre-k, preschool and toddler care. It lists monthly tuition from $165 to $200.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KFaith-basedPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 29 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (717) 766-9400 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Pre-K, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian - Silver Spring Presbyterian Church) |
| Licensed capacity | 29 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool lists monthly tuition from $165 to $200.
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Ducklings & Bunnies (2-yr-old, 2 days/wk) | $165 |
| Owls (PreK, ext. day, 3 days/wk) | $200 |
| Pandas / Teddy Bears (PreK, 4 days/wk) | $180 |
| application fee per child per application | $50 |
3 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 29 children
- License number
- #CER-00246568
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 13, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 5 visits · 28 rules in all · 28 corrected
- Safety and hazards 13
- Records and paperwork 9
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Staff training and qualifications 2
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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- Jan 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 20, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“During the time of inspection, the Bunnies/Ducklings classroom had a Swiffer Wet Jet in the bathroom and toilet bowl cleaner in the open closet accessible to children. - Corrected on site”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3280.75(c) Has all items
“During the time of inspection, the Bunnies/Ducklings classrooms first aid kit was missing sterile gauze pads. - corrected on site”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility
“Documentation shows that the fire detection system was not tested every 30 days. 12.27.24 - 1.27.24 (31 days) 1.27.24 - 2.27.24 (31 days)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3280.102(e) Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch
“During the time of inspection, mulch with a diameter of less than 1 inch was seen in the outdoor play space used by toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3280.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Child #1 health report does not contain the date of the physical.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
Feb 29, 2024Inspection23 rules cited
3280.63/3280.66(c) Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space/Toxic plants not permitted
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the outside natural wood steppingstones on the playground had poisonous mushrooms growing on them.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2024
3280.31(e)(4)(i) Age and training
“Facility persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not have pediatric first-aid and CPR training by a PQAS certified instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024
3280.26(b)/3280.26(c) Emergency plan/Training regarding plan
“Documentation of the emergency plan annual review was not on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
3280.26(e) Letter to parents
“Documentation of the facilities parent letter did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.26(a)(1) Emergency plan
“Documentation of the facilities emergency plan did not include lockdown procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.95(b) Staff responsibility
“Documentation was not on file for testing smoke detectors at least once every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Facility person #1, #2, and #3 did not have an updated health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Child #2, #3, and #5 did not have documentation of the release persons address included in their emergency contact information.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not update their emergency contact at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.26(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Documentation was not at the facility of the emergency drills being conducted annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3280.94(a)(1)/3280.95(a) Every 60 days/FIRE DETECTION
“Documentation shows that fire drills were not completed every 60 days. 12/6/2023 - 2/15/2024”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Documentation of the emergency plan on file did not include continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Child #2 and #3 emergency contact did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.26(a)(5) Emergency plan
“Documentation of the facilities emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.171(a)/3280.171(c) Pick up and drop off points/Safe routes posted
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the pick up and drop off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3280.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed in the bunnies / duckling's classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3280.26(f) Emergency plan
“Documentation was not on file that a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates were sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not have the date of the child's admission in the child's record.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.123(b) Parent receives original
“Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 parents did not receive the original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.75(c) Has all items
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that soap was missing in the in the first-aid kit in the bunnies/ducklings classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“Child #2, #4, and #5 did not have the date on which the fee is to be paid in the child's record.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Child #2, #3, #4, and #5 emergency contact information did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
3280.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted by the phone in the bunnies/ducklings classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
Mar 14, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3280.31(e)(1)(iv) Age and training
“Staff person #1 #2 #3 #4 did not have the required 12 hours of training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2023
3280.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff person #3 did not have proof of education on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2023
3280.31(f)(6) Health and Safety Training - Shaken baby syndrome
“Staff #1 had documentation of health and safety training dated 2/14/21 that did not include prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023
3280.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“Child #1 last vaccination record showed last flu vaccine was 12/29/20”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2023
Mar 15, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3280.182(1) Initial and subsequent health assessments
“Child 1 did not have a signed, dated health assessment on file. Child 3 last Health Assessment dated 2/15/21”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2022
3280.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Child 1 updated emergency contact/agreement 12/29/20 Child 2 updated emergency contact/agreement 12/29/20 Child 3 updated emergency contact/agreement 1/18/21 Child 4 updated emergency contact/agreement 2/15/21 Child 5 updated emergency contact/agreement 1/12/21”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool
Is Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool licensed?
Yes. Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on January 13, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 2 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 28 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 Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool care for?
29, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (717) 766-9400 to confirm.
How much does Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool cost?
Monthly tuition from $165 to $200, as it lists it.
What is Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool's phone number?
(717) 766-9400.
Where is Silver Spring Presbyterian Church Preshool?
444 Silver Spring Rd, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. The nearest other daycare we list is Tender Years, 0.8 miles away.