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Etters, PA 17319 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC
- licensed capacity
- 104
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC
Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC is a child care center in Etters, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 104 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 45 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 104 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 | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks old to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Staff | Degreed teachers (elementary education, music, psychology); director has Masters |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (edited video DVDs of the children distributed to parents), Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Subsidized child care from the State of Pennsylvania |
| Transportation | Transportation (two full size school buses to and from four elementary schools) |
| More | Founded 1999 |
| Licensed capacity | 104 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 104 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257400
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 23, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 11 visits · 45 rules in all · 42 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 11
- Safety and hazards 7
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Background checks 6
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Records and paperwork 3
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Apr 23, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Facility person #4 (DOH see LIS code sheet). Staff #applied for NSOR clearance on DOH but NSOR clearance was not received until NSOR certificate until 2/26/26. Facility person #5 (DOH -see LIS code sheet) did not apply for the NSOR certificate until date of hire and NSOR certificate was received 4/17/26. As per the CPSL, NSOR certificate is a required upon hire date. Staff person #5 (DOH-see LIS code sheet) did not provide out of state clearances prior to date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2026
3270.66(c)/3270.66(d) Toxic use- no contamination/Toxic plants not permitted
“In the Dolphin Room, a bucket of sudsy water and a Cyclamen plant. The plant is toxic and both the sudsy water and plant were accessible to the children (corrected upon cite). A can of gasoline was observed in a plastic container of toys on the sidewalk that lead to the young toddlers and school age playgrounds.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The soft blocks, located in the Baby Seals room were observed to be worn in spots.(Upon cite, the blocks were removed from the room).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2026
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“The anchored climber located in playground behind the young toddler's playground did not measure for 9 inches of mulch in the fall areas.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Facility persons #1has a mandated reporter training certificate on file dated 2/26/21.Facility persons #1has a mandated reporter training certificate on file dated 2/23/21. Mandated reporter training certificates are required to be updated every 60 months (5 years).”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2026
Jun 6, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“During a complaint investigation conducted on 6/5/2025, staff person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) admitted to placing child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) in a highchair for a Time Out when child #1 was "up running around at nap time and wouldn't listen."”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2025
Jun 5, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure the requirements under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)) are met. This is evidenced by the smoke detectors in the facility last being manually tested on 4/17/2025, which exceeds the every 30-day requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
Apr 28, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The record for staff person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record for staff person #5 (DOH see LIS code sheet) only contains one written, nonfamily reference from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Facility person #4 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed the required one hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 20233 by December 30, 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #1 did not renew the NSOR verification certificate within 60 months, as per CPSL requirements. This is evidenced by the NSOR certificate contained in their record dated 12/23/2019. Staff person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not renew their mandated reporter training within 60 months, as per CPSL requirements. This is evidenced by the mandated reporter training certificate contained in their recorded dated 3/2/2019. The record for staff person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a PSP clearance dated 12/26/2022 and a Child Abuse clearance dated 12/26/2022, both of which are for the purpose of volunteer and are not valid for the purpose of employment. The record for staff person #4 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a PDE FBI dated 10/30/2024 and not a DHS required FBI clearance. The record for staff person #5 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not contain the results of the NSOR verification and is therefore not in compliance with the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“it was observed on 4/28/2025 on the toddler playground the tarp used as a ground cover is ripped in several areas and poses a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“It was observed on 4/28/2025 in the school-age building the toilet and sink area is not equipped with a clean,lidded waste receptacle. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed on 4/28/2025 in the Whales room the foot of a plastic baby doll is broken and has rough edges. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“An emergency drill has not been conducted annually.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“It was observed on 4/28/2025 in the Manatee room the chairs used at snack time are not appropriate for the children's size and age. All the children's feet were observed to be dangling and not able to touch the floor. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“A Child Service Report to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided was not completed for child #1 (see LIS code sheet for date of admission).”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2025
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“It was observed on 4/28/2025 in the Manatee and Seals rooms disposable diapers are not being discarded in a hands-free covered can. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025
Jun 5, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The record for facility person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does 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: Jun 2, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff Person #1 contains a health assessment dated 1/10/2022, which exceeds 24 months and is no longer valid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The provider's written policy on Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment does not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed on 6/5/2024 in the Sea Turtles room a can of shaving cream labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was on a table accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed on 6/5/2024 on the toddler playground several sections of the fabric ground cover are ripped creating a potential tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed on 6/5/2024 on the toddler playground the steering wheel of the red cozy coupe was broken off leaving a piece of plastic with rough edges. It was observed on 6/5/2024 in the sand box portion of the preschool playground four (4) metal sifters and a plastic shovel are broken with sharp edges.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2024
3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(e) Emergency plan/Letter to parents
“The facility's emergency plan does not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions, nor does the letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2024
Apr 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.24(a)/3270.34(a)(3) Immediate access/Responsible designee
“The director was not present at the facility during an unannounced monitoring visit on 4/19/2024, and designated Staff Person #1 as being in charge. Staff Person #1 stated they do not have a key to the office and was unable to provide the agent of the Department access to the files and records.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
Feb 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Continued non-compliance: Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not attend the Central Region Existing Provider Orientation class conducted on January 25, 2024 as directed.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
Dec 20, 2023Inspection12 rules cited
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The agreement for Child #2 does not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The record for Staff Person #2 contains a disclosure statement signed by the employee; however, it does not contain a signature of a witness responsible for making the hiring decision as required by the CPSL. The record also contains documentation the request for the Child Abuse clearance was mailed on 12/1/23; however, the results of the Child Abuse clearance are not contained in the record. The request was also submitted after Staff Person #2's date of hire (see LIS code sheet) which in not in compliance with the CPSL. The record for Staff Person #3 DOH (see LIS code sheet) contains a PDE FBI clearance dated 8/24/21 and not the required DHS FBI clearance. The record for Staff Person #5 DOH (see LIS code sheet) contains a Child Abuse clearance dated 2/2/23, which is after their date of hire and is therefore not in compliance with the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.123(a) Signed
“The agreement for Child #3 is not signed by the operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed on 12/20/23 the tarp covering the ground of the Toddler playground is ripped in two areas which is creating a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed on 12/20/23 there are several sand toys in the Preschool playground that are broken and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Emergency contact information for Child #1 does not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2023
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The agreement for Child #3 does not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The record for Facility Person #3 DOH (see LIS code sheet) contains two written references; however, they both indicate they are related to the facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2023
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“The record for Staff Person #1 contains an adult health assessment dated 9/23/23; however, it does not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination or the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The record for Facility Person #4 DOH (see LIS code sheet) contains a health assessment dated 7/8/2022, which is more than 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2024
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“Facility Person #4 has not completed the required one-hour Pennsylvania health and safety update 2022 by December 30, 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2024
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The agreement for Child #2 does not specify the child's arrival and departure times. The agreement for Child #3 does not specify the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2023
Nov 15, 2023Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.31(b) Staff person - 18 yrs.
“It was observed on 11/15/2023 Staff Person #2 (DOB see LIS code sheet) was being counted in ratio in the older toddler room. Staff Person #2 is 17 years old.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains results for the FBI clearance and documentation all the remaining clearances have been requested; however, the results are not on file. Staff Person #1 is beyond the 45-day provisional hire period. The file for Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains results of the NSOR verification but is missing documentation of the PSP, FBI, and Child Abuse clearances. A disclosure statement dated 9/27/2023 is included in the file that was signed by the employee and a guardian; however, it does not contain a signature from a witness who was responsible for making the hiring decision. The file for Staff Person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not contain a signed disclosure statement and the results of the Child Abuse clearance and either the PSP or FBI clearance and documentation all remaining clearances have been requested as required under the CPSL.”
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff Person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised on 11/15/2023. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.”
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During staff interviews conducted on 11/15/2023 it was confirmed that soap and water was splashed out of the sensory table the older toddlers were using earlier this month. The soapy water was reported to have been all over the floor, creating a slippery surface. Staff did not keep the floors free from visible hazards.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During staff interviews conducted on 11/15/2023 it was determined that Dawn dish liquid soap was added to make bubbles in the water that was poured in the sensory table the older toddlers played with earlier this month.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
Nov 15, 2023Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.31(b) Staff person - 18 yrs.
“It was observed on 11/15/2023 Staff Person #2 (DOB see LIS code sheet) was being counted in ratio in the older toddler room. Staff Person #2 is 17 years old.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains results for the FBI clearance and documentation all the remaining clearances have been requested; however, the results are not on file. Staff Person #1 is beyond the 45-day provisional hire period. The file for Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains results of the NSOR verification but is missing documentation of the PSP, FBI, and Child Abuse clearances. A disclosure statement dated 9/27/2023 is included in the file that was signed by the employee and a guardian; however, it does not contain a signature from a witness who was responsible for making the hiring decision. The file for Staff Person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not contain a signed disclosure statement and the results of the Child Abuse clearance and either the PSP or FBI clearance and documentation all remaining clearances have been requested as required under the CPSL.”
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff Person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised on 11/15/2023. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.”
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During staff interviews conducted on 11/15/2023 it was confirmed that soap and water was splashed out of the sensory table the older toddlers were using earlier this month. The soapy water was reported to have been all over the floor, creating a slippery surface. Staff did not keep the floors free from visible hazards.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During staff interviews conducted on 11/15/2023 it was determined that Dawn dish liquid soap was added to make bubbles in the water that was poured in the sensory table the older toddlers played with earlier this month.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
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Nov 3, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Upon review of the facility's fire drill log on 11/3/2023 it was observed the last time the facility's fire detection system was manually tested was 9/13/2023, which exceeds the requirement under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)) that all fire detection systems are manually tested at least every 30 days. Continued non-compliance as the provider was previously cited on 5/11/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2023
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“Facility Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed the required one-hour Pennsylvania health and safety update 2022 by December 30, 2022. Facility Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed the required one-hour Pennsylvania health and safety update 2022 by December 30, 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
May 11, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Upon review of the facility's fire drill log on 5/11/2023 it was observed the last time the facility's fire detection system was manually tested was 3/24/2023, which exceeds the requirement under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)) that all fire detection systems are manually tested at least every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2023
Dec 19, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The provider has not developed a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Facility #2 DOH (see LIS code sheet) contains a health assessment dated 11/8/2022, which is after their date of hire and not prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2022
3270.166(3) Disposable nursers or parents
“It was observed on 12/19/2022 each infant's bottle was being rinsed with water and reused for the next feeding. Disposable nursers were not being used. Enough bottles for each feeding were not provided by the parent and the facility was not using a commercial dishwasher to wash the bottles in between each feeding.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2022
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“Emergency contact information for Child #1 does not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. Emergency contact information for Child #2 does not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed on 12/19/2022 in the lower level playground the play equipment shaped like a castle was not in good repair as it had a screw protruding from the side and a broken piece of plastic. with rough edges.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2022
3270.133(6) Written consent
“It was observed on 12/19/2022 in the Whales classroom an Epi-Pen was present for Child #3; however, the parent did not provide written consent for the administration of the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed on 12/19/2022 on the lower level in the school-age building the wall mounted case for the fire extinguisher was cracked and broken. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2022
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“It was observed on 12/19/2022 in the Seals room the hands-free covered trash can was not operating properly, and the staff member had to use their hands to open the lid to place the diaper in the trash can.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff Person #1 DOH (see LIS code sheet) has not completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #1 DOH (see LIS code sheet) contains a Child Abuse clearance dated 4/8/2022, which is after their staff start date and is not in compliance with the CPSL. The file for Facility Person #2 DOH (see LIS code sheet) contains documentation the Child Abuse clearance was requested on 11/30/2022, which is after their start date and therefore not in compliance with the CPSL. Results of the Child Abuse clearance are not included in Facility Person #2's file. The file for Facility Person #2 also contains a PSP clearance dated 11/4/2022 and a DHS FBI clearance dated 10/5/2022, both of which are after their start date and therefore not in compliance with the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2022
Dec 7, 2021Inspection8 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Facility Person #3 does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The file for Facility Person #4 contained two written references; however, it was observed one of the references was from a relative.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed on 12/20/2021 on the Preschool playground the Fisher-Price plastic basketball hoop was broken and had rough edges, two plastic buckets were broken and had rough edges, the steering wheels in a pink cozy coupe car and blue boat were broken off and had rough edges, and the dry wall in a wooden play house had large holes and was crumbling. (ALL CORRECTED ON SITE) It was observed on 12/20/2021 on the Toddler playground a plastic lawn mower was broken and had rough edges. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.133(6) Written consent
“Child #1 has prescribed Epinenphrine on-site but the parent did not provide written consent for administration of the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Facility Person #1 who provides direct care to children and works with food preparation contains a health assessment dated 1/17/2019, which is more than 24 months and is no longer valid.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2022
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The record for Facility Person #3 hired 12/6/2021 does not include verification of child care experience or education prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“It was observed on 12/20/2021 four bottles in the Seals room were not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for facility person #2 hired 8/23/2021 contains a PSP criminal history clearance dated 10/13/2021and documentation the PSP clearance was submitted the same day and a DHS required FBI clearance dated 10/202021 with documentation of submission 8/23/2021. Although the LE has an approved provisional hire waiver on file effective 2/7/2020, the requirement to have either the completed PSP or DHS required FBI clearance on file at time of hire was not met.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The adult health assessment for Staff Person #5 does not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC
Is Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC licensed?
Yes. Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 23, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 45 rules across 11 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 42 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 Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC care for?
104, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC'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 Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 938-9978 to ask.
What is Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC's phone number?
(717) 938-9978.
Where is Whales Snails and Puppy Dog Tails CCC?
2125 York Haven Rd, Etters, PA 17319. The nearest other daycare we list is Newberry Latchkey Program, 0.6 miles away.