Kiddie Academy of Silver Spring Twp
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The Art of Play Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 6
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $65
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About
About The Art of Play Early Learning Center
The Art of Play Early Learning Center is a home daycare in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 6 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with drop-in care and preschool. It lists weekly tuition from $65 to $295. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Age 2 through kindergarten
- Hours today
- 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 6 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Age 2 through kindergarten |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Programs | Drop-in care and preschool |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (Nature Explore) |
| Licensed capacity | 6 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Art of Play Early Learning Center lists weekly tuition from $65 to $295.
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Preschool 3-5 Years Old, 1 Day a Week | $65 |
| Preschool 3-5 Years Old, 2 Days a Week | $130 |
| Preschool 3-5 Years Old, 3 Days a Week | $195 |
| Preschool 3-5 Years Old, 4 Days a Week | $260 |
| Preschool 3-5 Years Old, 5 Days a Week | $295 |
| Drop-In Play 1pm-4:30pm | $30 a day |
| Drop-In Play 8am-1pm | $40 a day |
| Drop-In Play 8am-4:30pm | $70 a day |
5 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for The Art of Play Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 6 children
- License number
- #CER-00248647
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2025: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 2 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Sep 3, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3290.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the indoor childcare space, objects with a diameter of less than 1-inch, small balls, slightly larger than marbles, were found in the toy bins and were accessible to toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2025
3290.64(c) Toxic plants not permitted
“In the outdoor play space, Burning Bush, Common Trumpet Creeper, Carolina Allspice, Canadian Yew, Euonymus Japonicus, Border Privet and Climbing Euonymus were observed. These bushes/plants/trees are considered toxic and were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2025
3290.102(e) Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch
“In the outdoor place space, rocks with a diameter less than 1 inch were accessible to toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2025
- Sep 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 28, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The PA State Police Clearance on file for household member #2 was a volunteer clearance dated 11/13/2019; a volunteer clearance may not be accepted for household members. The FBI clearance on file for staff person #1 was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance; the current FBI clearance on file was completed on 07/26/2023 with the previous clearance completed on 07/07/2018. The Mandated Reporter training on file for staff person #1 was not updated within 60 months of the previous training; the current training on file was completed on 09/07/2023 with the previous training completed on 07/22/2018.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2023
3290.131(b)(1)/3290.131(d)(7) Updated infant health report: every 6 months/Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health report on file for child #1 was not updated at least once every 6 months for a young toddler; the current health report on file was completed on 08/01/2023 with the previous health report on file dated 01/05/2023. The current health report on file for child #1 was an older version of the child health report and did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3290.75(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling paint on the wooden trim on the sliding glass door (outside) that leads to the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2023
- Sep 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Art of Play Early Learning Center
Is The Art of Play Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The Art of Play Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Art of Play Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 3, 2025, with 3 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Art of Play Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 1 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 The Art of Play Early Learning Center care for?
6, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does The Art of Play Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Art of Play Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Art of Play Early Learning Center cost?
Weekly tuition from $65 to $295, as it lists it.
What is The Art of Play Early Learning Center's phone number?
(717) 612-2349.
Where is The Art of Play Early Learning Center?
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.