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St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 188
- open each week
- 5 days
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About St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center
St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center is a child care center in Lititz, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 188 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 188 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. It lists: From infancy through grade four |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 188 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 188 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00242643
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Supervision and ratios 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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Aug 3, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete
“On 8/28/26, it was observed that children 4, 7, and 8 had health assessments on file that did not include a statement regarding age-appropriate screenings.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2026
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“On 8/28/26, it was observed that a staff person did not wash their hands after a diaper change in the Fuzzy Bear Classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“On 8/28/26, it was observed that there was an unlabeled bottle in the Cuddly Bear Classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 8/28/26, it was observed that there was hair, dirt, and debris under the mat on the changing table in the Pooh Bear Classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 8/28/26, it was observed that an emergency contact form was not available for child 11 who was observed in care in the Fuzzy Bear Classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 8/28/26, it was observed that plastic bags were accessible to children under the age of 3 in the Pooh Bear classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“On 8/28/26, it was observed that gauze was missing from the first aid kit in the Cheetah Classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On 8/28/26, it was observed that there was a water stain on a ceiling tile in the Honey Bear Classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2026
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“On 8/28/26, it was observed that a written daily plan of activities was not posted in the Cheetah Classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
Feb 27, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 3/13/26, child 1 was left on the fenced in playground/courtyard by staff persons 1 and 2, when the class entered the building. The child was there for approximately 1-2 minutes before the staff realized they were missing.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
Aug 1, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The agreement on file for child #1 did not include the child's date of admission. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.111(b)/3270.124(e) Posted in group space/Written emergency plan posted
“The daily schedule and the written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency were not posted in the school-age space. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The downstairs refrigerator used to store children's lunches did not contain a thermometer. The bottom drawer of the refrigerator was not clean (food residue and spoiled grapes and cucumbers).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“Backpacks containing first aid kits were observed in areas accessible to the children on both preschool playgrounds. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2025
Mar 25, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The record for facility person #1 included just one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“Windows in the Teddy Bears room (2nd floor) opened more than 6 inches. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“A health assessment form was on file for staff person #2, but the medical care provider did not fill out answer to the questions. The form did not indicate if a physical was done, did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination, and did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025
Aug 27, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“A handwashing sign was not posted in the girl's bathroom in the downstairs hallway.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Loose boards with exposed staples were observed on the wooden house on the preschool playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The health reports on file for child #1 were dated in February of 2023, and subsequently more than 12 months later in May of 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff persons 4 and 5 did not complete professional development in an approved pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. The training on file for staff person 4 was dated 224 days after hire, and the training on file for staff person 5 was dated 221 days after hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff persons 1, 2, and 3 did not renew their pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) prior to the expiration of their previous certification. The previous training was dated in March of 2022 and expired at the end of March of 2024. Staff persons 1, 2, and 3 received updated trainings on April 1st, 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The fire safety trainings on file for staff person #6 were dated in May of 2023, and subsequently more than 12 months later in July of 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The surface under the diaper changing mat in the infant room was visibly dirty. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2024
Oct 3, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“According to the log on file at the time of inspection, more than 30 days have lapsed since all of the fire detection devices (smoke detectors) were last tested.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Landscaping mulch was observed along the edge of the toddler playground. The mulch was within reach of the toddlers that use the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
Sep 25, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Staff person 1 was observed on video grabbing child 1 by the shirt and moving him across the hall and then scolding him. Child 2 was then observed speaking to the staff person, and then the staff person forcefully moved that child by the arms to the front of the line.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2023
Aug 10, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The record for staff person 4 included volunteer clearances (State Police and Child Abuse) in-lieu of the required employment clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2023
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff person 7 is serving as an AGS at the facility. The staff person's record did not include documentation of 2,500 hours (2 years) of child care experience. *The staff record included a reference that stated the staff person had provided childcare from November 2017 through April 2023, but was not clear on the number of hours worked.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“The health assessment on file for staff person 6 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“The TB test on file for staff person 5 was more than 12 months old when the staff person began providing initial service in the childcare setting.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Plastic bags were observed in cubbies (accessible to one year olds) in the Teddy Bear room. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2023
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“The smoke detector in the indoor gross motor space was not operational. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The records for staff persons 1 and 2 did not include the Pennsylvania Health and Safety update training which was to be completed by 12/30/2022. Staff person 3 has not completed the required Center-based health and safety training. The 10 hour training for family child care providers was on file. The staff person is serving as an AGS at the facility and is working alone with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2023
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(6) Parent home/work address, phone/Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact forms on file for children 1-3 were incomplete. The emergency contact information on file for child 1 did not include the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number. (CORRECTED ON SITE) The emergency contact information on file for children 2 and 3 did not include the child's health insurance policy number. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
Jun 6, 2023Visit1 rule cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Facility self-reported: The side of a crib flipped down while in use, and child 1 (younger toddler) fell out of the crib.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2023
Oct 31, 2022Visit3 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“The facility self-reported the following incident: Staff person 1 miscounted children prior to transitioning the group inside, and left child 1 behind on the preschool playground. Staff person 2 was taking trash out at the time of the supervision lapse. Staff person 2 observed staff person 1 counting the children, and then proceeded to walk around the outside of the playground to the neighboring dumpster. On the walk back to the building, staff person 2 observed child 1 alone on the playground. Simultaneously, the staff on the toddler playground noticed the child was alone. Staff got the child and returned him to staff person 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“The facility self-reported the following incident: Staff person 1 miscounted children prior to transitioning the group inside, and left child 1 behind on the preschool playground. Staff person 2 was taking trash out at the time of the supervision lapse. Staff person 2 observed staff person 1 counting the children, and then proceeded to walk around the outside of the playground to the neighboring dumpster. On the walk back to the building, staff person 2 observed child 1 alone on the playground. Simultaneously, the staff on the toddler playground noticed the child was alone. Staff got the child and returned him to staff person 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2022
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“The facility self-reported the following incident: Staff person 1 miscounted children prior to transitioning the group inside, and left child 1 behind on the preschool playground. Staff person 2 was taking trash out at the time of the supervision lapse. Staff person 2 observed staff person 1 counting the children, and then proceeded to walk around the outside of the playground to the neighboring dumpster. On the walk back to the building, staff person 2 observed child 1 alone on the playground. Simultaneously, the staff on the toddler playground noticed the child was alone. Staff got the child and returned him to staff person 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
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Oct 19, 2022Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“After being picked up at the bus-stop, child 1 (younger school-age) was able to elope from staff person 1 and hide behind the facility. Staff person 1 was solely responsible for 5 additional children at the time, and immediately called for help. Three staff persons were looking for the child within 30 seconds, and the lapse in supervision was estimated to be no more than 2 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2022
Aug 3, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person 2 began working in a child care position without a child abuse clearance on file. The child abuse clearance was dated 16 days after the employees start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
3270.75(b)/3270.133(4) Inaccessible to children/Locked
“A backpack containing the first aid kit and medication in the Cheetahs room was stored in an area within reach of the children. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in the Cheetahs room did not contain soap. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2022
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“At the time of inspection, the operator had not sent the annual letter to the local traffic safety authorities notifying them 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: Sep 7, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility was unable to provide documentation of having completed an emergency drill during the previous year. An emergency drill was completed on 9/7/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The most recent health assessments on file for staff persons 1 and 3 were more than 24 months old and past due to be updated.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(e)(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The most recent health assessment on file for child 1 was more than 12 months old. The health assessment did not include documentation that the child had received an annual flu vaccine during the previous year (per the ACIP guidelines).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“An area of peeling pain was observed on the wall on the toddler playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center
Is St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center care for?
188, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are St. Paul Christian Early Learning 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 St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 627-0900 to ask.
What is St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center's phone number?
(717) 627-0900.
Where is St. Paul Christian Early Learning Center?
200 W Orange St, Lititz, PA 17543. The nearest other daycare we list is Lititz Christian Early Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.