Carlisle Early Education Center
100 E Pomfret St, Carlisle, PA
3.7· 9 reviews
Small Steps Daycare Center
- licensed capacity
- 83
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Small Steps Daycare Center
Small Steps Daycare Center is a child care center in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 83 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 38 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 83 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 83 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Small Steps Daycare Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 83 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257746
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 13, 2026: 22 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 38 rules in all · 38 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Records and paperwork 7
- Safety and hazards 6
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Transportation 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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Apr 13, 2026Inspection22 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed in the One's classroom on 4/13/2026 a ceiling tile has water stains and is not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2026
3270.171(b)/3270.171(c) Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted
“Safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes have not been appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility and communicated to the children and parents in writing. Written notification of safe routes has not been posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The record for staff person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains health assessments dated 10/7/2022 and 3/12/2025, which exceeds 24 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“It was observed on 4/13/2026 in the infant room a soiled diaper was left on top of the changing table while the staff and children were outside. The staff member did not immediately discard the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The operator has been requiring the parents to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement annually and not at least once in a 6-month period. This is evidenced by the emergency contact information and financial agreement for child #1 being reviewed on 3/15/2025 and 3/26/2026, child #2 on 3/19/2025 and 3/12/2026, child #3 on 1/9/2025 and 3/9/2026, and child #4 on 3/19/2025 and 3/9/2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Emergency contact information for child #2, #3 and #5 does not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Emergency contact information for child #3 does not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Emergency contact information for child #3 does not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The records for child #1-#5 all contained the original agreement. The operator did not provide the parents with the original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2026
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The agreement for child #1, #3, #4, and #5 does not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The records for child #1 -5 contains an ASQ, which is not an approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of serviced being provided.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“It was observed on 4/13/2026 in the 2's classroom plastic bags are accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths in the bottom of the changing table. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2026
3270.102(g) Hazardous toys and equipment
“It was observed on 4/13/2026 a Bumbo seat without the required safety strap, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission was in the outdoor infant/toddler play space. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The director has not completed a written evaluation for staff persons #4 - 7 (DOH see LIS code sheet) at least every 12 months. This is evidenced by a written evaluation not being in the records for staff persons #4,5, and 6 and the most recent one for staff person #7 being dated 8/23/2019.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“It was observed in the Two's classroom on 4/13/2026 protective receptacle covers were not placed in two different electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2026
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The operator stated they have never notified local traffic safety authorities 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: Apr 30, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter does not have proof of purchase of an interconnected fire detection system that is required to be kept with the facility's fire drill logs in accordance with 62 P.S. § 1016(c)(3).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“An emergency drill has not been conducted annually.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“It was observed in the Two's classroom on 4/13/2026 the corner of the wall by the emergency exit door has an area of damaged plaster. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff person #1 did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by certificates dated 11/27/2023-2025 and 3/23/2026 - 2028. Staff person #2 did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by certificates dated 11/27/2023-2025 and 3/23/2026 - 2028. Staff person #3 did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by certificates dated 11/27/2023-2025 and 3/23/2026 - 2028. Staff person #4 did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by certificates dated 10/10/2022-2024 and 3/23/2026 - 2028. Staff person #5 did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by certificates dated 11/27/2023-2025 and 3/23/2026 - 2028. Staff person #6 did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by certificates dated 11/27/2023-2025 and 3/23/2026 - 2028. Staff person #7 did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by certificates dated 11/27/2023-2025 and 3/23/2026 - 2028.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“It was observed in the preschool classroom on 4/13/2026 the first-aid kit does not contain tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The operator did not comply with the CPSL as they did not update clearances in a timely manner. This is evidenced by the record for staff person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) containing child abuse clearances dated 10/19/2020 and 3/13/2026 and FBI clearances dated 10/14/2020 and 3/18/2026 which exceeded 60 months. The operator did not comply with the CPSL as they did not update clearances in a timely manner. This is evidenced by the record for staff person #5 (DOH see LIS code sheet) containing PSP clearances dated 6/26/2019 and 3/7/2025, child abuse clearances dated 6/26/2019 and 3/16/2026 and FBI clearances dated 6/29/2019 and 3/14/2026 which exceeded 60 months. The operator did not comply with the CPSL as they did not update clearances in a timely manner. This is evidenced by the record for staff person #7 (DOH see LIS code sheet) containing PSP clearances dated 6/29/2020 and 3/10/2026 which exceeded 60 months. The operator did not comply with the CPSL as they did not update clearances in a timely manner. This is evidenced by the record for staff person #8 (DOH see LIS code sheet) containing PSP clearances dated 9/26/2020 and 3/10/2026 which exceeded 60 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2026
Aug 22, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.153 Facility Person/Symptoms of Disease
“On 8/5/25, staff person #1 was allowed to work after testing positive for a communicable disease. The facility did not require notification from a physician or CRNP that the individual was no longer considered a threat to the health of other before allowing them to work on 8/5/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
Apr 17, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Children #1 and #2 emergency contact information form and agreement were not updated within 6-month period between 2/28/24 and 3/19/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“Staff #1 and Staff #2 do not have on file an annual evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff #3 did not have on file two written references.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Between 4/9/24 and 3/20/25 the facility tested the fire implementation system every 60 days. ***CORRECTED UPON CITE***”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025
Oct 8, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.72(c) Good repair
“The screen in the window to the left of the door to the playground, was observed to be ripped out of the bottom portion of the frame.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
3270.76/3270.102(a) Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair
“The fence to the left side of the younger children's playground, was observed to have a hole near the far corner. The fence than runs along the back of the young children's play ground was observed to have a hole near the base of the fence half way down the length of the fence. The Little Tykes climber was observed to have cracks in the floor of the climber and the floor was weaken which poses a risk of injury to a child. The playground tile located between the gate of the older and younger children's playground was observed to be broken and cracked. The fence located on the older children's playground side was observed to have 2 holes near the picnic table. (Corrected onsite - the broken tile was removed from the playground).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
Oct 8, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.72(c) Good repair
“The screen in the window to the left of the door to the playground, was observed to be ripped out of the bottom portion of the frame.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
3270.76/3270.102(a) Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair
“The fence to the left side of the younger children's playground, was observed to have a hole near the far corner. The fence than runs along the back of the young children's play ground was observed to have a hole near the base of the fence half way down the length of the fence. The Little Tykes climber was observed to have cracks in the floor of the climber and the floor was weaken which poses a risk of injury to a child. The playground tile located between the gate of the older and younger children's playground was observed to be broken and cracked. The fence located on the older children's playground side was observed to have 2 holes near the picnic table. (Corrected onsite - the broken tile was removed from the playground).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
Apr 19, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff #3 and staff #4 do not have on file a health assessment or documentation of results of a TB test.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff #1 had a volunteer child abuse clearance on file dated 9/8/20. Staff #2 did not have a copy of the NSOR clearance on file. Staff #1, staff #4 and staff #5 did not have a copy of mandated reporting training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2024
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate
“Staff #3 was hired 9/18/23. Staff #3 does not have on file the required CCDBG Health and Safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility did not have documentation on file that the fire detection system was tested every 30 calendar days. (CORRECTED UPON CITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.75(d) On excursions
“One excursion bag was observed outside on the playground. The one excursion bag was used for all 4 classrooms that were outside on the playground. All rooms do not have an excursion bag.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2024
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“The wall on the left hand side of the entrance to the bathroom from the 1 year's room, was observed to have a section of paint and dry wall peeled away from the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“The anchored climber located on the playground was observed not to have 9 inches on mulch located in the fall areas outside and inside the climber.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2024
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 emergency contact information forms on file for child #1 and child #2 did not have a parent's signature for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“All 4 classrooms did not emergency contact information form for each child located in that room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2024
Apr 28, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Child #3's emergency contact form on file did not provide name, address and phone number of child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2023
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“Documentation on file for the fire implementation system does show the system was tested every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2023
3270.35(e) 46 or more children- additional group sups
“The director stated that on the highest days of attendance there are 49-50 children present at the facility. On 4/28/23, 49 children were observed in attendance. 1 Facility staff person is the only staff person qualified as a Group Supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The written plan for daily activities was not posted in the 2 yrs. old room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“Agreement on file for child #3 did not have fee amount and date fee to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2023
Nov 8, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“On 11/8/22, at approx 10:00 am, an infant was observed sleeping in a swing in the back of the infant room. Staff #1 stated the infant was sleeping in the swing for 5 minutes as staff #2 placed the infant in the swing prior to staff #2 going to the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022
Apr 26, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed in the two year old classroom that the diaper changing table was unlocked with ten assorted brands of diaper cream accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed in the two year old classroom that there was a broken cabinet door.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2022
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“It was observed that the facility emergency letter provided to parents did not include an explanation of procedures for emergency lock-down.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health & Safety Training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2022
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility director did not ensure that testing of the fire system was conducted every 30 days and documented.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2022
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The file for child #1, #2, #3, #4 did not include admission dates.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Small Steps Daycare Center
Is Small Steps Daycare Center licensed?
Yes. Small Steps Daycare Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Small Steps Daycare Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 13, 2026, with 22 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Small Steps Daycare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 38 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 38 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 Small Steps Daycare Center care for?
83, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Small Steps Daycare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Small Steps Daycare Center'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 Small Steps Daycare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 243-3002 to ask.
What is Small Steps Daycare Center's phone number?
(717) 243-3002.
Where is Small Steps Daycare Center?
125 Wolf Bridge Rd, Carlisle, PA 17013. The nearest other daycare we list is Tender Years, 0.6 miles away.