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The Center of Early Learning & Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 54
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Center of Early Learning & Childcare
The Center of Early Learning & Childcare is a child care center in Stewartstown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 54 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Before- and after-schoolCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Young toddlers to preschoolers (plus school-aged before & after care)
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 54 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Young toddlers to preschoolers (plus school-aged before & after care) |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, preschool and toddler care |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (security cameras in every room and outdoor play area), Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 54 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Center of Early Learning & Childcare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Center of Early Learning & Childcare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 54 children
- License number
- #CER-00259508
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 28, 2026: 14 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Food and nutrition 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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May 28, 2026Inspection14 rules cited
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Documentation on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5, did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“Documentation of the initial health assessment on file for child 2 and child 5 was obtained more than 60 days from the child's first day of attendance at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.123(a) Signed
“Documentation of the agreement on file for child 3 and child 5 was not signed by the operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2026
3270.121(b) Given parents in writing
“Documentation of the parent handbook on file did not include a daily schedule, fees and supervision policies.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a stroller blocking the egress door in the young toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a ceiling tile above the exit sign had water marks on it in the young toddler classroom. The window sills in the older toddler classroom were visibly dirty and there were cobwebs in the left corner of the left window in the older toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that an outlet cover was missing from the outlet next to the refrigerator in the young toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 1 was caring for three young toddler aged children alone.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the gauze in the preschool first aid kit had dried blood on it.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“Documentation of the agreement on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5, did not include the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“Documentation of the agreement on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5, did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care by a parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a child's lunch box that was on a counter had string cheese in it and another lunchbox had cherries in it. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Documentation of the agreement on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5 were not updated in the last 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
Feb 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The adult health assessment form for staff person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) indicated the staff person has a communicable disease; however, a description of the condition(s) and the risk it might pose to others exposed to this individual are not included on/with the form.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2026
- Aug 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Center of Early Learning & Childcare
Is The Center of Early Learning & Childcare licensed?
Yes. The Center of Early Learning & Childcare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Center of Early Learning & Childcare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 28, 2026, with 14 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Center of Early Learning & Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Center of Early Learning & Childcare care for?
54, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does The Center of Early Learning & Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Center of Early Learning & Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Center of Early Learning & Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 746-4054 to ask.
What is The Center of Early Learning & Childcare's phone number?
(717) 746-4054.
Where is The Center of Early Learning & Childcare?
18 S Main St Suite 140, Stewartstown, PA 17363. The nearest other daycare we list is SEYCo Nursery School, 0.1 miles away.