Kindercare Learning Center 301628
335 Cumberland Pkwy, Mechanicsburg, PA
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U-Gro Learning Centres
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About U-Gro Learning Centres
U-Gro Learning Centres is a child care center in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 122 children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 106 rules across 15 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- 122 children
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| Licensed capacity | 122 childrenFrom the state license |
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- 122 children
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- #CER-00258701
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 7, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 15 of 15 visits · 106 rules in all · 67 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 24
- Health, medication and illness 21
- Records and paperwork 17
- Safety and hazards 12
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Supervision and ratios 9
- Background checks 6
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Food and nutrition 2
- 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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Aug 7, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 8/7/26, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 had a child abuse clearance on file dated 6/23/26, which was after their start date. Staff person 3 had a child abuse clearance on file dated 7/15/26, which was after their start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 8/7/26, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have 2 written, nonfamily references on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2026
3270.151(c)/3270.151(c)(5) Health Assessment Requirements/Physician/CRNP assessment
“On 8/7/26, it was observed that the health assessment for staff person 1 did not include an assessment of the person's suitability to provide childcare.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2026
Jun 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“It was observed on 6/10/26 and 6/12/26 that children did not have emergency contact information present in the space they were observed receiving care. On 6/10/26, it was observed that 23 children did not have emergency contact information present in the space where they were observed receiving care. Continued non-compliance from 3/2/26 and 5/15/26. Children 1, 2, 3, 4,5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 were observed receiving care in the Preschool 2 classroom and did not have emergency contact information present. Children 13, 14, 15, and 16 were observed receiving care in the Pre K classroom and did not have emergency contact information present. Children 17, 18, and 19 were observed receiving care in the Toddler 1 classroom and did not have emergency contact information present. Children 20, 21, and 22 were observed receiving care in the infant classroom and did not have emergency contact information present. Child 23 was observed receiving care in the Twos 2 classroom and did not have emergency contact information present. On 6/12/26, it was observed that 11 children did not have emergency contact information present in the space they were observed receiving care. Children 2, 7, 8, 10, 19, 24, 25, 26, and 27 were observed in the preschool 2 classroom and no emergency contact information was present for them. Child 28 was observed receiving care in the Twos 2 classroom and no emergency contact information was present for them. Child 19 was observed receiving care in the Toddler 1 classroom and no emergency contact information was present for them.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 6/12/26 and 6/17/26, it was observed that toxics were accessible to children in the unlocked and open laundry room and kitchen. CORRECTED ON SITE 6/17/26. Toilet bowl cleaner and sanitizer were observed to be accessible to children in the laundry room. The door to the laundry room was all the way open. Dish soap was accessible to children in the cabinet to the left under the sink. The door to the kitchen was all the way open.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
May 15, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“On 5/15/26, it was observed that information about the child's growth and development had not been provided to the parents in the previous 6 months for child 1. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM 4/9/26”
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“On 5/15/26, it was observed that staff person 8 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR, Mandated Reporter, Health and Safety Part 1 and Part 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“On 5/17/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information on file for child 3 did not include a work address and phone number for an enrolling parent. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM 4/9/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 5/15/26, it was observed that emergency contact information for the children in care was not present in the Toddler 1 and Preschool Classrooms. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM 4/9/26/ CORRECTED ON SITE. Emergency contact information for child 6 was not present on the playground where they were observed receiving care. Emergency contact information for all 10 preschool children was not present on the playground where they were observed receiving care.”
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“On 5/15/26, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have verification of 12 training hours completed in the previous 12 months. Staff person 2 will need to document 6 additional training hours. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM 4/9/26.”
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“On 5/15/26, it was observed that a health assessment dated within the previous 12 months was not on file for child 1 and 4 who are preschool aged children. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM 4/9/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
Mar 2, 2026Inspection32 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that facility surfaces were in need of cleaning. In the Butterfly/Preschool 2 classroom, it was observed that the ceiling fan had a visible layer of dust on top of the blades and around the edges. In the turtles/Twos 1 classroom, it was observed that the ceiling fan had a visible layer of dust on top of the blades and around the edges.”
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the agreement form for child 3 did not include the amount of the fee to be charged.”
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that information about the child's growth and development had not been provided to the parents in the previous 6 months for child 1.”
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“On 4/2/26, it was observed that staff persons 1 and 2 did not have verification of 12 training hours completed in the previous 12 months.”
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 4/2/26, it was observed that staff persons 4, 5, and 8 did not have 2 written, nonfamily references on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“On 4/2/26, it was observed that staff person 8 did not have documentation of education or experience on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
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
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information for children 4 and 5 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or minor first aid.”
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“On 4/2/26, it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated in a timely manner. Staff person 2 had a health assessment on file dated 8/17/23 that was not updated until 11/20/25 creating a lapse of 27 months.”
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 4/2/26, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 3 had a State Police clearance on file dated 2/21/25, a child abuse clearance dated 3/8/25, a FBI clearance dated 4/8/25, and a NSOR certificate dated 3/6/25, all of which were after their start date. Staff person 4 had a state police clearance on file dated 3/31/26, a child abuse clearance dated 3/2/26, a FBI clearance dated 2/25/26, and a NSOR certificate dated 2/26/26, all of which were after their start date. Staff person 8 had a state police clearance dated 4/1/26 and a FBI clearance dated 1/19/26, both of which were completed after their start date. Staff person 8 was observed to be working in a childcare position in the facility and did not have a child abuse clearance or a NSOR certificate on file. Staff person 8 may not return to a childcare position until the child abuse clearance and the NSOR certificate are completed and on file. Staff person 5 was observed to be working in a childcare position in the facility and did not have a NSOR certificate on file. Staff person 5 may not return to a childcare position until the NSOR certificate is completed and on file.”
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“On 4/2/26, it was observed that initial staff health assessments were not completed timely. Staff person 8 had a health assessment and TB test dated 8/3/24 which was more than 12 months old at the start of their employment with children. Staff person 5 was observed to be working in a childcare position and did not have record of a health assessment or TB test on file. Staff person 4 has a health assessment and TB test on file dated 3/2/26, which is after their start date. Staff person 3 has a health assessment and TB test on file dated 2/21/25 which is after their start date.”
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the hands-free lidded trash can was secured with a safety latch making it no longer hands free in the Bears/Toddler 1 classroom. CORRECTED ON 4/2/26”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2026
3270.133(7) Medication log
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that child 4 had a medication present to be administered (an inhaler) and no medication log was present.”
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that an health assessment dated within the previous 12 months was not on file for child 1 who is a preschool age child.”
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the emergency contact and agreement form for child 1 had not been updated in the previous 6 months. The last file update recorded was on 12/9/24.”
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“On 3//5/26, it was observed that the emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Ducks/Toddler 2 classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 3/5/26 and 4/2/26, it was observed that emergency contact information for the children in care was not present in the Ladybugs/Twos, Bunnies/Infant, Butterflies/Preschool 2, Bears/Toddler 1, and Monkeys/Prek classrooms.”
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information on file for child 4 did not include health insurance information and policy number.”
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the agreement forms for children 1 and 2 did not specify arrival and departure times.”
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information on file for child 4 did not include information regarding any special needs of the child.”
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that emergency phone numbers were not posted in the Preschool 1 classroom or the Ducks/Toddler 2 classroom. CORRECTED ON 4/2/26.”
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the agreement forms for children 2, 3, and 4 did not specify the child's admission date.”
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 3/5/26 and 4/2/26, it was observed that toxics were accessible to children. In the Bears/Toddler 1 classroom, diaper creams and Febreeze were stored in the unlocked cabinet under the changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“On 4/2/26, it was observed that staff persons 1, 2, 3, and 6 did not have verification of a completed evaluation on file in the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.33(a)/3270.37(c) Each staff person meets quals/Aides supervised all times
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that staff person 4 was working alone in the Preschool 2 (Butterfly Classroom) with 10 children. Staff person 4 does not have verification of 2 years of experience with children and is only aide qualified and may not work with children unsupervised.”
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 4 did not include the name, address and phone number for the child's physician.”
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“On 4/2/26, it was observed that staff persons 1, 2, and 6 did not have facility emergency plan training in the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“On 4/2/26, it was observed that staff pediatric first aid/CPR training was not updated timely. Staff person 6 had a pediatric first aid/CPR training that expired on 9/30/25 which was not updated until 12/5/25. Staff person 7 had a pediatric first aid/CPR training that expired on 12/31/25 which was not updated until 2/20/26.”
3270.124(b)(1) Child's name, birth date
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 4 did not include the child's birthdate.”
3270.107 Refrigerator
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the refrigerator in the Ducks/Toddler 2 classroom had a brown liquid running down the back of it forming puddles on 2 shelves and on half of the bottom. The refrigerator in the Preschool 1 classroom did not have a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the facility. Peeling paint was observed along the edge of the half wall in the Bunny/infant classroom. CORRECTED 4/2/26 Peeling paint was observed on the wall by the book corner in the Butterfly/Preschool 2 classroom. CORRECTED 4/2/26 Peeling paint was observed on the wall by the light table in the Butterfly/Preschool 2 classroom. CORRECTED 4/2/26 Peeling paint was observed on the windowsills in the Turtles/Twos 1 classroom. Peeling paint was observed on the wall near the floor in the back left corner of the Turtles/Twos 1 classroom.”
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that the emergency contact information on file for child 3 did not include a work address and phone number for an enrolling parent.”
3270.102(e) Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch
“On 3/5/26, it was observed that materials less than 1 inch were accessible to children less than 3 years old in the Bears/Toddler 1 classroom. Plastic grocery bags were observed to be accessible in the unlocked cabinet under the changing table. Child 5 was observed to have a piece of crayon in his mouth that measured approximately 1/4 inch by 1/16 inch.”
Nov 12, 2025Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff Person #3 did not contain any references.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff Person #3 did not contain a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.111(c)/3270.113(b) Promote development/No physical punishment
“On 10/30/25, Staff # 3 grabbed child # 2 from the shelf, carried Child # 2 back to a chair, and restrained Child # 2 for several minutes. The child was visibly crying and flailing their body to get free from the restraint.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
3270.111(c) Promote development
“On 10/30/25, Staff member # 3 took a picture of child #1 while the child was in the bathroom with their pants and underwear down. Child # 1 was in the process of wiping their buttock after using the potty. The image depicts child #1 pants less, not looking at the camera, with their buttock in full view and wiping with toilet paper.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“On 10/30/25, Staff # 3 was observed verbally shaming children for unwanted behaviors and taking pictures of children doing these unwanted behaviors, threatening to show their parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
Nov 12, 2025Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff Person #3 did not contain any references.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff Person #3 did not contain a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.111(c)/3270.113(b) Promote development/No physical punishment
“On 10/30/25, Staff # 3 grabbed child # 2 from the shelf, carried Child # 2 back to a chair, and restrained Child # 2 for several minutes. The child was visibly crying and flailing their body to get free from the restraint.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
3270.111(c) Promote development
“On 10/30/25, Staff member # 3 took a picture of child #1 while the child was in the bathroom with their pants and underwear down. Child # 1 was in the process of wiping their buttock after using the potty. The image depicts child #1 pants less, not looking at the camera, with their buttock in full view and wiping with toilet paper.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“On 10/30/25, Staff # 3 was observed verbally shaming children for unwanted behaviors and taking pictures of children doing these unwanted behaviors, threatening to show their parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
Nov 12, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff Person #3 did not contain any references.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff Person #3 did not contain a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.111(c)/3270.113(b) Promote development/No physical punishment
“On 10/30/25, Staff # 3 grabbed child # 2 from the shelf, carried Child # 2 back to a chair, and restrained Child # 2 for several minutes. The child was visibly crying and flailing their body to get free from the restraint.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
3270.111(c) Promote development
“On 10/30/25, Staff member # 3 took a picture of child #1 while the child was in the bathroom with their pants and underwear down. Child # 1 was in the process of wiping their buttock after using the potty. The image depicts child #1 pants less, not looking at the camera, with their buttock in full view and wiping with toilet paper.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“On 10/30/25, Staff # 3 was observed verbally shaming children for unwanted behaviors and taking pictures of children doing these unwanted behaviors, threatening to show their parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
Jun 5, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“In the Monkeys classroom, there were no emergency contact forms for the 18 children present and receiving care in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 was dated 9/9/2024 and an update was not on file. The financial agreement for Child #1 was dated 10/8/2024 and an update was not on file. The emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #2 was dated 1/10/2024 and an update was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The record for Child #6 did not include an agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“Staff person #2 was rehired and there was not a signed disclosure statement upon rehire. (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“The following area were observed to be unclean in the shared bathroom of the Ladybug/Turtle classrooms: training chair inserts on the potties and the flooring surrounding the potties had a buildup of dirt and grime. In the bathroom of the Monkey's classroom both toilet seats were observed to be unclean. One seat had dried dirt and the other had fresh urine. Children were observed to have used the bathroom but did not immediately clean the urine mess.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the Ladybug classroom, the tile flooring around the refrigerator was unclean with a buildup of dirt and grime. The following area were observed to be unclean In the Turtle classroom: The tile flooring around the refrigerator and at the boarder of the carpet had a buildup of dirt and grime, the carpet had dirt and debris throughout, the trashcan had dried food/liquid spillage on the outside and lid, and the toy shelves and windowsills had a buildup of dust and dirt. In the Bunnies classroom, a highchair was unclean with food residue. Staff stated a child had not fed in the highchair that day. (Corrected during inspection) The following areas were observed to be unclean in the Caterpillar classroom: There was a buildup of dirt on the door handle of the refrigerator, there was dried purple liquid on a door shelf of the refrigerator, and there was a buildup of dust in bottom of the cubbies. In the preschool outdoor play space, the bolts in the plastic retaining wall created a hazard because they were raised and not flush with the top of the structure.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“In the preschool outdoor play space, Azalea bushes and Virginia Creeper were observed. In the toddler outdoor play space, Burning Bushes, Azalea bushes, hydrangeas and boxwood were observed. These plants are considered toxic and were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The record for staff person #4 did not include documentation of emergency plan training on an annual basis (training was dated 3/4/2024 with an update 5/23/2025).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2025
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The record for child #1 included a health assessment dated 11/4/2024 and an updated health assessment within 6-months was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“Staff person #5 changed a child's diaper, changed gloves, applied sunscreen to the child's face, and then washed their own hands. Staff person #5 did not has her hands immediately following a diaper change. Staff person #5 did not immediately wash the child's hands following the diaper change and only did so after certification staff reminded them.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact forms for Child #6 and Child #7 did not include the address for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
May 23, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The record for staff person #1 did not include documentation of tuberculosis screening prior to working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2025
May 9, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The record for staff person #6 did not include two written non-family references.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The record for staff person #7 did not include documentation of tuberculosis screening.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The record for the following staff included health assessments dated after the staff began working with children: staff person #4 (dated 11/3/24), staff person #5 (7/23/24), staff person #7 (3/27/25).”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“The record for staff person #6 did not include documentation of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children. Staff person #6 was working as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
3270.31(h) Health and Safety Training
“The record for staff person #7 did not include documentation of the required 1-hour Federal Health and Safety Training update.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025
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Mar 28, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Continued non-compliance: On 3/28/2025, in the Ladybugs class, 11 children were present with staff person #5 and #6. Staff person #5 named 5 children in their group and staff person #6 named 5 children in their group. Staff person #6 did not identify the sixth child in their assigned group. On 3/28/2025, in the Butterflies class, 20 children were present with staff person #7 and #8. Staff person #7 named 10 children in their group and staff person #8 named 9 children in their group. Staff person #8 did not identify the tenth child in their assigned group. In both classrooms, staff were asked at least two times to clarify the children in their groups and did not identity that all children in the group were accounted for. Previously cited on 10/29/2024 (SIN-00253649): On 10/10/2024, Child #2 was left alone and unsupervised by staff person #2, staff person #3, and staff person #4 in the infant classroom for approximately 5 minutes while the classroom evacuated for a fire drill. On 10/11/2024, Child #1 eloped through the shared bathroom to the conjoined classroom and out to the hallway and was left unsupervised by staff #1 for a duration of approximately 2 minutes.”
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The facility record for staff person #6 (see codes sheet for date of hire) included a state police clearance dated 2/21/2025, a child abuse clearance dated 3/8/2025, and NSOR verification dated 3/6/2025. There was no documentation of a completed FBI clearance on file. The file for staff person #6 did not include appropriate provisional hire documentation as the child abuse clearance and NSOR verification was obtained after the person started working at the facility. Additionally, there was not documentation of a complete state police or FBI clearance on file when the person started working and proof of submission was not on file for either clearance.”
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Continued non-compliance: On 3/28/2025, in the Ladybugs class, 11 children were present with staff person #5 and #6. Staff person #5 named 5 children in their group and staff person #6 named 5 children in their group. Staff person #6 did not identify the sixth child in their assigned group. On 3/28/2025, in the Butterflies class, 20 children were present with staff person #7 and #8. Staff person #7 named 10 children in their group and staff person #8 named 9 children in their group. Staff person #8 did not identify the tenth child in their assigned group. In both classrooms, staff were asked at least two times to clarify the children in their groups and did not identity that all children in the group were accounted for. Previously cited on SIN-00253649: On 10/10/2024, Child #2 was left alone and unsupervised by staff person #2, staff person #3, and staff person #4 in the infant classroom for approximately 5 minutes while the classroom evacuated for a fire drill. On 10/11/2024, Child #1 eloped through the shared bathroom to the conjoined classroom and out to the hallway and was left unsupervised by staff #1 for a duration of approximately 2 minutes.”
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The facility record for staff person #6 included only one written non-family reference.”
3270.164 Food Servings
“The lunch served to all age groups was 1-half of a grilled cheese sandwich, mixed vegetables, 1-half of a banana, and milk. There was not additional food in reasonable amount available for children when they requested more.”
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The facility record for staff person #6 did not include documentation of a health assessment at hire.”
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“Continued non-compliance: On 3/28/2025, in the Ladybug classroom, a staff person was observed wearing gloves while assisting children with toileting. The staff person did not wash their hands after assisting each child with toileting. On 3/28/2025, in the Bunny classroom, a staff person was observed changing a child's diaper and did not wash the child's hands until certification staff requested, they do so. Previously cited on 2/18/2025 (SIN-00260835): In the Bears classroom, a diaper change was observed. The staff person did not ensure the child's hands were washed after being diapered. The staff person also did not was their hands after diapering the child.”
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“Continued non-compliance: On 3/28/2025, in the Ladybug classroom, a staff person was observed wearing gloves while assisting children with toileting. The staff person did not wash their hands after assisting each child with toileting. On 3/28/2025, in the Bunny classroom, a staff person was observed changing a child's diaper and did not wash the child's hands until certification staff requested, they do so. Previously cited on 2/18/2025 (SIN-00260835): In the Bears classroom, a diaper change was observed. The staff person did not ensure the child's hands were washed after being diapered. The staff person also did not was their hands after diapering the child.”
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the Bear classroom there was a build-up of dirty, grime, and food residue around the sink, faucet, and on the floor surroundings the refrigerator.”
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the Bears classroom, diaper cream labeled keep out of reach of children was observed in the unlocked cabinet under the diaper changing area (corrected during inspection).”
Feb 18, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The record for staff person #1 included one written, nonfamily reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2025
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“In the Bears classroom, a diaper change was observed. The staff person did not ensure the child's hands were washed after being diapered. The staff person also did not was their hands after diapering the child.”
3270.133(7) Medication log
“In the Monkeys classroom, an inhaler with medication was observed for Child #1 and a medication log was not completed. In the Caterpillar classroom, an epi pen was observed for Child #2 and a medication log was not completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2025
3270.66(b) Original container
“In the Bears classroom, cleaning bottles were observed as being stored directly next to containers of cupcakes and other food items in the cabinet above the sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the Ladybugs classroom, the sink and faucet were unclean and had a buildup of grime. In the Caterpillar classroom, the fan above the tables was unclean and had a buildup of dust.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.36(b)(5) Each staff person meets quals/HS/GED + 2 yrs
“The record for staff #1 did not include documentation of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience with children. Staff #1 was working as an Assistant Group Supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Ladybugs and Turtles classrooms, the bottom shelves of the refrigerators were unclean and there was residue of spilled liquid that had dried. In the Ducks classroom, a dish drainer beside the sink was unclean and had a red residue buildup.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2025
Oct 29, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 10/10/2024, Child #2 was left alone and unsupervised by staff person #2, staff person #3, and staff person #4 in the infant classroom for approximately 5 minutes while the classroom evacuated for a fire drill. On 10/11/2024, Child #1 eloped through the shared bathroom to the conjoined classroom and out to the hallway and was left unsupervised by staff #1 for a duration of approximately 2 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2025
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 10/10/2024, Child #2 was left alone and unsupervised by staff person #2, staff person #3, and staff person #4 in the infant classroom for approximately 5 minutes while the classroom evacuated for a fire drill. On 10/11/2024, Child #1 eloped through the shared bathroom to the conjoined classroom and out to the hallway and was left unsupervised by staff #1 for a duration of approximately 2 minutes.”
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 10/10/2024, Child #2 was left alone and unsupervised by staff person #2, staff person #3, and staff person #4 in the infant classroom for approximately 5 minutes while the classroom evacuated for a fire drill. On 10/11/2024, Child #1 eloped through the shared bathroom to the conjoined classroom and out to the hallway and was left unsupervised by staff #1 for a duration of approximately 2 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
Jul 22, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff #2 and #4 did not have documentation of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Staff #5 and #6 had documentation of one written, nonfamily reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2024
3270.36(b)(3) HS/GED, 15 credits + 1 yr
“Staff #1 did not have documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: (Health and Safety Training)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff #1 and #3 has not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“There was no documentation of fire drills conducted prior to the date of May 7, 2024”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2024
Feb 21, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed in the Bears classroom that there were 11 diaper creams in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“It was observed that Facility Person #2, #4, #5, #8 were left unsupervised with children and were qualified as an aide at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“It was observed that the facility did not have a qualified director hired and present at the facility site a minimum of 30 horus per week.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of inspection, the file for Facility Person #1 did not include Ohio out of state clearance results and was observed working unsupervised with children. The file for Facility Person #3 did not include FBI or NSOR clearances results and was past the provisional hire 45 day mark. See code sheet for DOH. The file for Facility Person #4 did not include NSOR clearance results and was observed unsupervised with children. The file for Facility Person #12 did not include NSOR clearance results and and was past the provisional hire 45 day mark. See code sheet for DOH”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Facility Person #1, #2, #4, #6, #7 did not complete the required Health and Safety Training. Facility Person #1, #2, #3, #4 did not complete the required Mandated Reporter training. Facility Person #1, #2, #3 were observed working with children unsupervised. Facility Person #4 #6, #7 are beyond the 90 day provisional hire date. See code sheet for DOH”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility did not conduct or document an annual emergency drill at the facilty.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility emergency plan did not address emergency accommodations for infants and toddlers observed in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Facility Person #4, #6, #8 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Facility Person #2, #4, #5, #8 did not include verification of child care experience and was observed working unsupervised with children. The file for Facility Person #8 did not include verification of education and was observed working unsupervised with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2024
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The file/emergency contact for Child #1 and #2 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2024
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The file/emergency contact on file for Child #1 and #2 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2024
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“It was observed that the nap cots in the Turtles, Butterflies and Caterpillar classrooms were not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2024
3270.105 High Chairs
“It was observed in the Bunnies classroom that the 2 high chairs being used by infants did not have T-shaped safety straps.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed in the Bunnies classroom that there were 3 broken drawers with pinch points, to the lower right of the sink accessible to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“It was observed in the Butterflies classroom that the first aid bag was on the floor accessible to children. It was observed in the Caterpillar classroom that the fires aid bag was on the back table accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Facility Person #12 did not complete Pediatric CPR and first aid within 90 days of hire. See code sheet for DOH”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024
Feb 22, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed torn nap mats with stuffing visible.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“Observed a spilled substance dried up in the refrigerator in Pre-School child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #3 did not have a Pennsylvania State Police Clearance on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023
3270.182(1) Initial and subsequent health reports
“Child #1 last health assessment was dated 1/25/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Child #2 last child service report was dated 3/8/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“Staff #2 had 9 hours of annual training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023
3270.111(a) Written plan
“The old toddler and young toddler child care space did not have a schedule of daily activities.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“The Older toddler room did not have emergency contact information for every child in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023
Feb 18, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“Staff 1 called Child 1 a "jerk,"”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2022
Feb 2, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Child 1's emergency contact information was last updated 7/29/21 Child 2's emergency contact information was last updated 6/28/21 Child 3's emergency contact information was last updated 7/25/21 Child 4's emergency contact information was last updated 8/22/21”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed a plug in air freshener accessible to children in the older toddler child care space. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff 1 FBI clearance was not DHS version, dated 4/26/21 Staff 2 Primary residence is in Maryland, requires Maryland Clearances, not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2022
3270.17(b) Permit specialized services
“On 1/19/22, facility staff did not admit a therapist into the facility who was there to provide services to child #1 who has an IFSP and Child #2 who has an IEP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2022
Feb 2, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Child 1's emergency contact information was last updated 7/29/21 Child 2's emergency contact information was last updated 6/28/21 Child 3's emergency contact information was last updated 7/25/21 Child 4's emergency contact information was last updated 8/22/21”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed a plug in air freshener accessible to children in the older toddler child care space. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff 1 FBI clearance was not DHS version, dated 4/26/21 Staff 2 Primary residence is in Maryland, requires Maryland Clearances, not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2022
3270.17(b) Permit specialized services
“On 1/19/22, facility staff did not admit a therapist into the facility who was there to provide services to child #1 who has an IFSP and Child #2 who has an IEP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about U-Gro Learning Centres
Is U-Gro Learning Centres licensed?
Yes. U-Gro Learning Centres is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was U-Gro Learning Centres last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 7, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has U-Gro Learning Centres had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 106 rules across 15 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 67 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 U-Gro Learning Centres care for?
122, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does U-Gro Learning Centres accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are U-Gro Learning Centres' hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (717) 796-8157 to confirm.
How much does U-Gro Learning Centres cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 796-8157 to ask.
What is U-Gro Learning Centres' phone number?
(717) 796-8157.
Where is U-Gro Learning Centres?
100 Mount Allen Dr, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055. The nearest other daycare we list is Kindercare Learning Center 301628, 0.6 miles away.