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Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center

740 W Locust St, York, PA 174014.6· 5 reviews
licensed capacity
75
open each week
5 days

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About Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center

Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center is a child care center in York, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 75 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 45 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Before- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: toddlers to age 13
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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
75 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: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Toddlers to age 13
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (Christian)
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
TransportationTransportation (pick up and drop off services from local schools)
AccreditationOther accreditation (Keystone STARS)
Licensed capacity75 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
75 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00255005
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 24, 2026: 6 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 45 rules in all · 45 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 9
  • Building, equipment and play areas 8
  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Supervision and ratios 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Background checks 3
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Transportation 1
  • Safe sleep 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 24, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “Facility person #2 does not have documentation of pediatric first aid/CPR on file within 90 days of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “Facility person #1 had a state police clearance dated 12.21.20 and received the updated state police clearance on 12.30.25 causing a 9-day lapse between renewing the clearance. Facility person #1 had a child abuse clearance dated 12.21.20 and received the updated child abuse clearance on 12.30.25 causing a 9-day lapse between renewing the clearance.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “Child #2 did not have documentation of the financial agreement updated in the past 6 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “Child #1 did not have a child service report on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the fan located in the 1-year-old room and the 4-year-old room had significant dust on it. During the time of inspection, it was observed that there is a hole in the pipe insulation located in the 1-year-old classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP

      “Child #1 and #3 physicals do not include a signature by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026

  2. Dec 9, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Multiple children were removed from the childcare space by service providers. The children were not supervised by facility staff during this time. Documentation was not available allowing the children to be removed from the childcare space without staff supervision.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “Facility person #2 did not receive an updated health assessment within 24 months of the previous health assessment. Previous health assessment was 3.31.23 and the updated health assessment was completed on 4.18.25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Facility person #1 had mandated reporter training on 8.6.2020 and received the updated training on 8.18.2025. Facility person #2 had mandated reporter training on 6.7.2020 and received the updated training on 6.21.2025. Facility person #3 had mandated reporter training on 3.14.2020 and received the updated training on 6.23.2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “During the time of inspection, at 7:50am there was a total of 15 children ages 1 to school age with 1 staff and 1 volunteer present.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “During the time of inspection, the 2-year-old classroom had an outlet cover missing from the power strip.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “The 3-year-old classroom's cabinet had a broken lock with garbage bags and plastic bags accessible to children. The space is also used by toddlers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “During the time of inspection, the 2 year old classroom had multiple glue sticks and Chubbie Markers labeled "not for children under 3 years old" accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “During the time of inspection, the 1- and 2-year-old children did not have a staff member responsible for their supervision. Staff person #1 was unable to identify the children in their primary care group.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2025

  3. Feb 27, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.152 Adult Hygiene

      “It was observed, in the 1-year-old classroom, that during a diaper change, a teacher used hand sanitizer at the completion of the diaper change.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

      “More information is needed from a health care professional regarding the examination for communicable diseases for facility person #7.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “During the time of inspection, the 1-year-old classroom was missing 1 emergency contact for a child that was present in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “During the time of inspection, the thermometer in the kitchen refrigerator was 48° F.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “During the time of inspection, the 2-year-old classroom had a plastic ladybug with a diameter of less than 1 inch accessible to children. The 3-year-old classroom had a cabinet unlocked with large plastic table clothe and plastic bags accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the men's restroom upstairs did not have a handwashing sign posted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the fan located in the 2 year old room had significant dust on it.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “Facility person #3 had a NSOR certificate dated 1.30.20 and received the updated NSOR certificate on 1.31.25 causing a 1-day lapse between renewing the clearance. Facility person #4 had a NSOR certificate dated 1.30.20 and received the updated NSOR certificate on 2.5.25 causing a 5-day lapse between renewing the clearance.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “Facility person #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not have documentation available to show a written evaluation in the past 12 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a)/3270.133(4) Locked or inaccessible/Locked

      “During the time of inspection, the 2 year old classroom had diaper cream under the changing table in an open bin accessible to children. - Corrected on site”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “During the time of inspection, in the 2 year old classroom, diapering wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" were under the changing table accessible to children. - Corrected on site”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic

      “During the time of inspection, the 1 year old classroom had multiple glue sticks and fabric paint labeled "not for children under 3 years old" accessible to children. The 2 year old classroom had multiple glue sticks labeled "not for children under 3 years old" accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(d)/3270.178 On excursions/Transportation First Aid Kit

      “During the time of inspection, van #438 first aid kit was missing water, scissors, and soap. During the time of inspection, van #521 first aid kit was missing water and soap.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “Facility Person #6 had one written, nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Facility Person #7 had one written, nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The second reference stated they were related to facility person #7.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “Child #1, #2, and #3 did not have documentation of the financial agreement updated in the past 6 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025

  4. Feb 5, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 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 30, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.54(b) Two facility persons on excursions

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the 4 year old class went to a park off property with 1 staff person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.69(b) 110º F or less

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the water temperature in the preschool classroom was 160° F and the water temperature in the women's restroom was 138° F.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the fan located in the 2 year old room had significant dust on it. The fan was cleaned during the time of inspection. During the time of inspection, it was observed that there were 2 sagging ceiling tiles and 1 ceiling tile with a water stain present in the preschool space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “Documentation was not on file for testing smoke detectors upstairs at least once every 30 days.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.178 Transportation First Aid Kit

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the transportation van 438 did not have soap in the emergency kit.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Transportation

      3270.176(a) Insured

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the transportation van 438 had insurance that expired 3/2/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “During the time of inspection it was observed that the 2 year old room diapering trash can was broken so that it was not hands free.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the transportation van 521 and van 438 did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “Child #1 did not have a child service report on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.121(a)/3270.121(b) Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing

      “Documentation that is reviewed with the parents at the time of application did not include transportation or supervisions policies.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the 2 year old cots were not labeled.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a plastic bag accessible to children in the 2 year old room. The plastic bag was removed during the time of inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that there were dirty toy bins in the 2 year old room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the upstairs restrooms did not have lidded trash cans.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “During the time of inspection, it was observed that the men's restroom downstairs did not have a handwashing sign posted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2024

  5. Feb 8, 2023Inspection21 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that the training requirements for health and safety training topics was not met. Staff person 4 was observed working alone in the preschool classroom and had not completed the health and safety training. Staff person 1 completed health and safety training on 3/30/22, but did not complete the 1 hour health and safety update training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.27(d) Plan posted

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that the emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “On 2/8/23 it was observed that the lid of the crayon bin was broken in the school age classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(d) General requirements for facility persons

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that there was not a staff person at the facility that had pediatric first aid/CPR training. Staff persons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 had a training on file that was not an approved curriculum.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(a) Age and Training

      “On 2/8/23 it was observed that a volunteer was counted towards the ratio in the 3 year old classroom. Staff person 2 does not have the requirements on file to be qualified as an aide and can only be used as a volunteer. Staff person 2 was observed working with staff person 3 in the 3 year old classroom with up to 8 preschoolers and 6 school age children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that the regulations or information on how to access the regulations and contact information for the regional office was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have pediatric first aid and CPR training on file and was past 90 days of employment with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “On2/8/23, it was observed that staff did not have record of child care experience and education on file prior to service at the facility. Staff person 1 was functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, but did not have verification of education or experience on file. Staff person 1 will need to document a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of experience to be an Assistant Group Supervisor. Staff person 4 was functioning as and Assistant Group Supervisor, but did not have verification of experience on file. Staff person 4 will need to document 2 years of experience to be Assistant Group Supervisor qualified.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.33(c) Supervised volunteer

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that volunteers were working alone with children. Staff person 1 was observed working alone with the 3 school age children while driving them in the van from school. Staff person 1 only has qualifications on file to be a volunteer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.37(b)(2) Each staff person meets quals/8th grade & enrolled in training

      “On 2/8/23 it was observed that staff person 2 was working as an Aide at the facility and did not have documentation of education or experience on file to be Aide qualified.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed: Staff person 1 did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) clearance on file and was past 45 days of employment with children. Staff person may not work in the facility until NSOR clearance is on file. Staff person 1 had clearances on file that indicated previous criminal history. Provider did not submit staff person 1 clearances for review to the Regional Office. Staff person 1 may not work alone until clearance review is complete. Staff person 1 did not have a required clearance review or a NSOR clearance on file and was observed working alone with children while driving them to and from school. Staff person 4 had a FBI clearance that indicated that there was a criminal record and a RAP sheet was not on file. Staff person 4 did not have complete clearances on file and was observed working alone in the preschool classroom. Staff person 5 did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) clearance on file and was past 45 days of employment with children. Staff person 5 may not work in the facility until NSOR clearance is on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “On 2/8/23 it was observed that the facility was out of ratio. Between 9:30 and 10:15 staff person 4 was observed in the dining area with 9 preschoolers and 1 young toddler. Ratio should have been 1:5 due to the presence of the young toddler. Between 12:14 and 12:30 Staff persons 2 and 3 were observed in the 3 year old classroom with 8 preschoolers and 6 school age children. Staff person 2 is a volunteer and cannot be counted in the ratio. Staff person 3 was alone with 14 preschoolers and school age children. Ratio should have been 1:10.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that outlet covers were missing in areas accessible to children 5 years or younger. An outlet cover was missing in the 3 year old classroom on the power strip on the right side of the classroom from the door. CORRECTED ON SITE. An outlet cover was missing in the Preschool classroom behind the teachers desk. CORRECTED ON SITE.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that staff person 4 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.171(c) Safe routes posted

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that the file of child #3, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of 4 DTAP vaccinations, 4 HiB vaccinations, 1 varicella Vaccination, and 1 Hepatitis A vaccination as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 1/18/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.171(c) Safe routes posted

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that pick up and drop off procedures with safe routes was not posted at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that the emergency contact sheet for child 1 was missing an address for one of their release persons.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that the emergency contact for child 3 did not include a work address for the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that there was dirt and debris under the mat of the changing table in the 2 year old classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a)/3270.71 Locked or inaccessible/Heat Source

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that both of the kitchen doors were left open and the kitchen unattended. The kitchen had a stove and easily accessible cleaning products such as bleach.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.21/3270.76 General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces

      “On 2/8/23, it was observed that the building surfaces were not in good repair. In the preschool classroom, one of the floor tiles was missing. In the school age area, there was a cover missing on the light switch.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2023

  6. Feb 10, 2022Inspection30 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Staff person #1's Mandated Reporter training had a time between trainings which exceeded the 60 months permitted timeframe (11/3/14, 3/14/20). Staff person #2's file did not contain a Disclosure statement.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “It was observed in the Auditorium/indoor play space, that a protective outlet cover was missing on the far wall (upon entering) behind the piano and near the far wall exit door (corrected during inspection).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(e)(4) Annual immunization reporting to DOH

      “Child #1's (DOB 2/22/20) most current Influenza vaccination was 12/14/20. Child #4's most current Influenza vaccination was in 2019. Child #5 has no record of receiving any Influenza vaccinations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Transportation

      3270.175(a) Age appropriate restraints

      “The Harmony Juvenile Products booster seat (manufactured 2013) being used when transporting children expired in 2019.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Transportation

      3270.176(a) Insured

      “The vehicle insurance for the 2020 Chevrolet vehicle being used to transport children expired September 2021.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “The facility's parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not include lock-down emergency procedures, a method to contact parents when an emergency arises and when it ends, accommodations for toddlers, and that annual emergency drills will be conducted and documented.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “The facility had not conducted and documented an annual emergency drill.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “The facility's emergency plan does not include accommodations for toddlers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “Staff person #2's file does not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. It contains only one.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “It was observed, in the 4s and 5s classroom, that a bottle of hand sanitizer gel was accessible to children near the sink (corrected during inspection).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.69(b) 110º F or less

      “It was observed that the water temperature at the sink in the 3-5 yr old classroom measured 127 degrees F. The water temperature of the Women's bathroom sink (outside of the indoor play space), which children utilize measured 125 degrees F and the Men's bathroom in the same location (used by children in care) measured 126.6 degrees F. The boy's bathroom room between the two childcare rooms had a water temperature of 123 degrees F.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted

      “It was observed that telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted in the Auditorium/play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “It was observed that the first-aid kit in the 4s and 5s classroom did not contain gauze (corrected during inspection).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “It was observed that in the back room on the right (1 yr old room), the diaper pad on the changing table had 3 tears. In the 4s and 5s room, there was a broken side, wooden panel on the transportation table/toy.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

      “Child #1 (incident 8/25/21) #4 (incident 8/31/21), and #5's (incident 7/26/21) files contained original incident reports.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “It was observed that the refrigerator used to store food and drinks for the children did not contain an operating thermometer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.121(b) Given parents in writing

      “At the time of enrollment, parents have not received, in writing, the facility's supervision policy.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid

      “Child #3's agreement did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra

      “The agreements of children #1 through #5 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(b) Parent receives original

      “The parents of children #1 through #5 did not receive the original agreement. Original agreements were in children's files.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact information for child #1 was missing the release person's address. Child #4's emergency contact information was missing the complete address of the release person (did not include city and state).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “Staff persons #3, #4, and #5's files did not contain proof of 12 clock hours of child care training (all contained 6 hours).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended

      “The facility's emergency plan does not provide for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises or when it ends to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.27(d) Plan posted

      “The operator did not post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location (corrected during inspection).”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “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 posted in the Auditorium/indoor playspace.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan

      “The facility's emergency plan does not include lock-down emergency procedures.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “The operator did not provide the parent of each enrolled child with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office (corrected during inspection).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.19(b) Child abuse reporting

      “All staff members stated that the first thing they would do if they suspected child abuse is report it to the Director instead of reporting the suspected abuse to ChildLine.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “There was no record of testing the smoke detectors every 30 days. The facility did not have proof of purchase of the fire detection system on record.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted

      “Evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 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 Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center

Is Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 24, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 45 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 45 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 Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center care for?

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

Does Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center'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 Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 846-2273 to ask.

What is Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center's phone number?

(717) 846-2273.

Where is Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center?

740 W Locust St, York, PA 17401. The nearest other daycare we list is Werner Early Learning Childcare Center Earl Learn, 0.2 miles away.

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