York Day Nursery
450 E Philadelphia St, York, PA
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YWCA of York Day Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 313
- open each week
- 5 days
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About YWCA of York Day Care Center
YWCA of York Day Care Center is a child care center in York, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 313 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 19 visits in the last 3 years and cited 79 rules across 16 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 313 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 313 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for YWCA of York Day Care Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 313 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00259555
Summary
19 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 17 of 19 visits · 79 rules in all · 75 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 16
- Supervision and ratios 15
- Staff training and qualifications 10
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Background checks 7
- Safety and hazards 6
- Food and nutrition 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Transportation 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Other rules 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, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.33(a) Each staff person meets quals
“The file for Staff #35 did not contain documentation that verified this individual's educational level.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2026
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The files for staff #'s 31, 32, 33 and 34 did not documentation verifying that the TB screening has been completed and read.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff #35 did not contain two non-familial reference letters that attest to the individual's suitability to work with children. This file only contained one acceptable reference letter.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2026
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“The files for staff #34 and staff #35 did not include health assessments, as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #35 included the Child Abuse Clearance, the FBI DHS clearance and the NSOR clearance but it did not contain documentation that verified that the Pennsylvania State Police Clearance has been requested.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2026
Jul 22, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The files for lifeguards #1, 2 and 3 did not contain two written nonfamilial references attesting to the person's suitability to work with children, as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The files for lifeguards #1, 2 and 3 did not contain the results of tuberculosis screening, as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“The files for Lifeguards #1, 2 and 3 did not contain current, or previous, health assessments, as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The files for Lifeguards #1 and #2 both contained Pennsylvania State Police Clearance requests dated 7/26/26, which is after the inspection date of 7/22/26. These files did not contain the previous Pennsylvania State Police Clearances, as required. Cert Rep was not able to assess CPSL compliance regarding uninterrupted clearance documentation. Also, the files for lifeguards #1 and #2 did not contain a disclosure statement, as required. Additionally, the file for lifeguard #2 did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance, as required. Furthermore, the file for lifeguard #3 did not contain a Pennsylvania State Police Clearance, a Child Abuse Clearance, a DHS/FBI Clearance, a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance or a Disclosure Statement, as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
- Jun 16, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Mar 25, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff Person #1 left Child #1 alone in the Sharks room without supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2026
Mar 16, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“In the file for Staff #2 the Cert Rep determined that the current first aid training certificate is incomplete as it does not contain a QR code.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file for Staff #3 contains documentation indicating that the prior Fire Safety certificate expired 10/31/24 and that the current Fire Safety training certificate was completed 3/2/26. The current Fire Safety training was completed late.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff # 1 indicated that the prior State Police clearance expired 1/23/26 and the current clearance is effective 2/16/26. The prior Child Abuse clearance expired 2/4/26 and the current clearance is effective 2/19/26. The prior DHS FBI clearance expired 2/12/21 and the current clearance is effective 3/2/26. The prior NSOR clearance expired 1/28/26 and the current clearance is effective 2/23/26. All four clearances were updated late. The file for Staff #4 contained a Disclosure Statement without a signature date. (This was corrected on site.) The file for Staff #5 did not include a rap sheet for this staff member's criminal record. The file for Staff #10 contained an incomplete Disclosure Statement that was not signed by a witness. (Corrected 4/21/26)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the outdoor play area, Cert Rep observed several gaps in the playground surface that created a tripping hazard for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3270.107 Refrigerator
“In the SACC room, Cert Rep observed a brown, sticky substance inside the refrigerator, on the top shelf of the door and also a purple stain on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator itself.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“Cert Rep observed that the EC forms, in the 2023 Toyota Sienna transport van, for Children #'s 1 and 2 did not contain documentation indicating they have been updated every 6 months, as required. Child #1's EC form was last updated 7/23/24 and Child #2's EC form was last updated 7/31/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #7 contained a prior health assessment that expired 2/26/22 and a current health assessment that was completed 2/26/26. The current health assessment was not completed in a timely manner. The file for Staff #8 contained a prior health assessment that expired 11/15/23 and a current health assessment that was completed 12/21/25. The current health assessment was not completed in a timely manner. The file for Staff #9 contained a prior health assessment that expired 10/30/23 and a current health assessment that was completed 12/10/25. The current health assessment was not completed in a timely manner.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2026
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“The staff file for Staff #6 contained an incomplete Health Assessment that did not include answers for question #2 which asks if the individual has any communicable diseases, or question #3, which asks, is this individual suitable to provide childcare?”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff #10 did not contain any references.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2026
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In the outdoor play space, Cert Rep observed that the wooden jungle gym's log bridge had a gap several inches wide that created a tripping hazard for children. Also in the outdoor play space, Cert Rep observed that a green handle on the wooden jungle gym, located at the top left of the ladder next to the log bridge, was loose and created a hazard for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
Jun 17, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1, did not include the complete address for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the daily schedule was not posted in classroom 12 and classroom 13. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that paint was peeling by the closet and the main door in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection. Paint was peeling by the play kitchen in classroom number 3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a container with pretend phones was broke and the bottom of the brown chair was ripped in classroom 3. Both of these were corrected during the inspection. A bin with plastic animals was cracked in classroom 4. This was corrected during the inspection. There was a cracked piece of equipment on the playground. This was corrected during the inspection. A basket was broke in classroom 7. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.66(b) Original container
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was an unlabeled spray bottle in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that an infant was sleeping with a pacifier attached to a clip causing a choking hazard. This was corrected during the inspection. An infant had a wipe in their mouth causing a choking hazard. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Documentation of the state police clearance and child abuse clearance on file for staff member 1 were both volunteer clearances and staff member 1 is working as an aide and in ratio with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2025
3270.82(d) Training chair - sanitized
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a training chair was located in the bathroom in classroom 4 that contained the sanitized solution. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a ceiling tile in the infant classroom had a water mark on it which could indicate a leak. This was corrected during the inspection. The rubber playground surfacing had large holes in it causing a tripping hazard. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“Documentation of a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity was not on file for staff member 1. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a sippy cup was not labeled with a child's name in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the emergency transportation plan was not posted in classroom 10. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
- Jun 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that a large knife with the cover on it was accessible to children. The knife was approximately fourteen inches from the handle to the tip of the knife.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that the staff did not wash their hands prior to serving snack and the children didn't wash their hands before eating snack.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
Dec 23, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
3270.75(d)/3270.178 On excursions/Transportation First Aid Kit
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit in the van used to transport children did not include soap, tweezers and a bottle of water.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the floors under the cabinets in classroom 3 were visibly dirty. The upper window next to the counter in the infant classroom was cracked.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025
3270.81 Glass
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that visual identification was missing on the glass window next to the classroom door in classroom number 3. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a basket containing puppets, a basketball and blanket in classroom number 3 was broken. The basket was removed during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the cots in classroom 2 were not labeled for the use of a specific child. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection. The space used by the school age program did not include a written plan of daily activities for the before school program.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a child was alone and unsupervised in the fitness center while the rest of the children and staff were in the yoga room. Director escorted the child to the room where the rest of the group was.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2025
3270.176(a) Insured
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the insurance information in the van used to transport children expired on December 1, 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.161(a) Wholesome
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a bottle of cool whip that expired on 11/05/24 in the refrigerator in classroom 3. The cool whip was thrown away during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the trashcan located next to the diaper changing area in classroom 2 was broken and not hands free. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the emergency transportation plan was not posted in the fitness center. This was corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a child was alone and unsupervised in the fitness center while the rest of the children and staff were in the yoga room. Director escorted the child to the room where the rest of the group was.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a child was alone and unsupervised in the fitness center while the rest of the children and staff were in the yoga room. Director escorted the child to the room where the rest of the group was.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Documentation on file for staff member 1, did not include an updated mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training on file expired on 10/14/24”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that gloves were missing in the first aid kits in classroom 10 and classroom 12. Tweezers were missing in the first aid kit in the infant classroom. All items were added to each first aid kit and corrected during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 2 was alone with 15 young/ old school age children until staff member 3 arrived with an additional 6 young/old school age children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
Nov 26, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Video footage provided by the facility showed staff member 1 and a parent in a verbal altercation while children were in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2024
3270.111(c) Promote development
“Video footage provided by the facility showed staff member 1 and a parent in a verbal altercation while children were in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2024
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Jul 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During an unannounced swimming visit at camp , it was observed that children were playing close to the road while the staff member was sitting on the ground with their back turned to the children working on a bracelet. Children were observed to be outside of the art hut unsupervised and staff members weren't present.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During an unannounced swimming visit at camp , it was observed that children were playing close to the road while the staff member was sitting on the ground with their back turned to the children working on a bracelet. Children were observed to be outside of the art hut unsupervised and staff members weren't present.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2024
Apr 8, 2024Visit4 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“While reviewing two minutes of camera footage, it was observed that staff member 1 was on their smart watch multiple times and not properly supervising children in care. Proper supervision of children is being able to see, hear, direct and assess the activities of the children at all times.”
3270.111(c)/3270.112 Promote development/Infant/Toddler Stimulation
“While reviewing two minutes of camera footage, it was observed that staff member 1 aggressively placed a child in a chair. In the same video clip, it was observed that staff member 1 then picked up child 1, by his left arm, causing his feet to leave the ground. While in the air, staff member 1 grabbed the child's other arm and placed him on a couch. Child 1 was visibly upset and was not spoken to or comforted by a staff member for the remainder of time the footage was available.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“While reviewing two minutes of camera footage, it was observed that staff member 1 aggressively placed a child in a chair. In the same video clip, it was observed that staff member 1 then picked up child 1, by his left arm, causing his feet to leave the ground. While in the air, staff member 1 grabbed the child's other arm and placed him on a couch.”
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“While reviewing two minutes of camera footage, it was observed that staff member 1 aggressively placed a child in a chair. In the same video clip, it was observed that staff member 1 then picked up child 1, by his left arm, causing his feet to leave the ground. While in the air, staff member 1 grabbed the child's other arm and placed him on a couch. Administrative staff, who are mandated reporters, did not report this situation after observing the camera footage.”
Mar 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.133(7)(v)/3270.133(7)(vi) Date of administration/Time of administration
“Documentation of the medication log on file for child 1 did not include the date of administration and time of administration. The date of administration and time of administration were added to the medication log during the correction verification visit.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Continued Non-Compliance: On 1/26/24 a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff person 1 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 2/27/24 On 3/21/24 an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff person 1still has not completed the following required pre-service training: Pediatric First Aid/CPR”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 1, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that tape was missing in the first aid kit located in the butterflies classroom. Tape was added to the first aid kit during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Documentation of two years' experience working with children was not on file for staff member 5 and staff member 8.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Documentation of the disclosure statements on file for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 9 and staff member 10 were signed online and not in person. Documentation of the disclosure statements on file for staff member 3, staff member 4 and staff member 7 were signed by the staff member and the witness on two different dates. Documentation of the state police clearance on file for staff member 6 indicated there was a record but the rap sheet was not on file. Documentation of the state police clearance, child abuse clearance and FBI clearance on file for staff member 11 was updated after the 60 month time frame. The state police clearance expired on 10/3/23 and was updated on 11/28/23. The child abuse clearance expired on 11/8/23 and was updated on 12/11/23. The FBI clearance expired on 10/10/23 and was updated on 12/11/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff member 10 has not completed the following pre service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid/CPR”
3270.25(b) Post the inspection summary
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that previous inspections summaries that the certification representative didn't verify that the corrections have been made were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that paint was peeling by the window located in the butterflies classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2024
3270.133(7) Medication log
“Documentation of a medication log was not on file for child 2, child 3 and child 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2024
3270.133(2)/3270.133(3) Written instructions/Name on bottle
“Medication for child 1 did not include a label with the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended or the written instructions from the individual who prescribed the medicine.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2024
3270.161(a) Wholesome
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that multiple half galloons of whole milk were expired in the refrigerator in the turtles classroom. All milk was discarded during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.175(c) Manufacturer's instructions used
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have the manufacturers' instructions for the use of safety restraints in the vehicle.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Documentation on file for staff member 8, included one reference letter. Documentation of the reference letters on file for staff member 5 do not attest to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“Documentation of the Health and Safety Basics training on file for staff member 8 and staff member 10 were completed after staff members first 90 days of employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that baskets containing toys that children play with were broken in the sea otters, sharks, star fish, ducklings and cuddly cubs classrooms. The baskets in all of the classrooms were removed during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Documentation of the fire detection alarm testing on file showed that testing wasn't completed every 30 days. Testing was completed on 11/1/23, 12/6/23 which is 35 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that ceiling tiles located in classroom number 5 and the butterflies classroom had water marks on them indicating a leak.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2024
Nov 17, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that staff member 1 did not wash their hands prior to serving breakfast. Staff member 2 did not wash their hands or the child's hands after a diaper change.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that staff member 1 and staff member 2 had 9 children total but only identified 7 children. Staff members weren't able to identify all of the children in their primary care groups.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.23 Parent Access & Participation
“A parent was denied access into the building to pick up her children from care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
Nov 17, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that staff member 1 did not wash their hands prior to serving breakfast. Staff member 2 did not wash their hands or the child's hands after a diaper change.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that staff member 1 and staff member 2 had 9 children total but only identified 7 children. Staff members weren't able to identify all of the children in their primary care groups.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.23 Parent Access & Participation
“A parent was denied access into the building to pick up her children from care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
Nov 2, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that staff member 1 and staff member 2 weren't able to identify the children in their primary care assigned group.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Mold was observed in a lid of a child's sippy cup.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2023
Nov 2, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that staff member 1 and staff member 2 weren't able to identify the children in their primary care assigned group.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Mold was observed in a lid of a child's sippy cup.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2023
Aug 9, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3 and seven young and older toddler aged children were exiting the elevator on the second floor. The staff didn't realize that a child 1 was still on the elevator when the elevator door closed and immediately went to the first floor where staff member 4 was waiting to enter the elevator with two other young and older toddler aged children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3 and seven young and older toddler aged children were exiting the elevator on the second floor. The staff didn't realize that a child 1 was still on the elevator when the elevator door closed and immediately went to the first floor where staff member 4 was waiting to enter the elevator with two other young and older toddler aged children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
Aug 2, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that the fire detection system was not being tested every thirty days. The alarm was tested on 6/8/23, 7/13/23; which is thirty-five days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2023
Jul 26, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(iv)/3270.115(a)(8) Water safety/Included in ratio/annual training
“Documentation of water safety training was not on file for staff member 3, staff member 4, staff member 5 and staff member 6.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(iii)/3270.115(a)(6) Lifeguard/Lifeguard training/supervision
“Documentation of a complete lifeguard file for staff member two was not available to certification representative during the unannounced pool monitoring visit.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2023
3270.115(a)(5) Staff:child ratios while swimming
“When conducting an unannounced swimming monitoring visit, it was observed that staff member one was caring for eight young school-age children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2023
Jul 7, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During this inspection, it was observed that the strollers that the infants use had old food/crumbs and dirty used tissues in them. The strollers were cleaned/vacuumed during the visit and the dirty/used tissues were thrown away and stroller was sanitized during the visit.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2023
Dec 19, 2022Inspection17 rules cited
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that there wasn't an operable thermometer in the refrigerator in the sea otter's classroom. The refrigerator also had carrots that were turning into liquid and sticky liquid was observed at the bottom of the pull out drawer on the left. A thermometer was placed in the refrigerator, the carrots were thrown away and the drawer was cleaned at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The child abuse clearance and FBI clearance for staff member 9, was updated after the 60 month timeframe. The child abuse clearance expired on 9/22/2022 and was updated on 9/30/2022. The FBI clearnace expired on 8/26/2022 and was updated on 10/032022.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2022
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that one window in the turtles room was able to be opened more than six inches. Both windows in the stingrays room were able to be opened more than six inches and both windows in the clownflish room were able to be opened more than six inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that a bottle of unlabeled diaper cream was located in the number four classroom. This was labeled during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“Documentation of immunization records on file for child 7 wasn't administered in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. An exemption letter for a strong personal belief against immunizations for the child was provided at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.123(a)(4)/3270.124(b)(3) Arrival/departure times/Parent home/work address, phone
“The financial agreement on file for child 6 didn't include a departure time. The emergency contact form on file for child 6 didn't include the enrolling parents phone number. The emergency contact form on file for child 8 didn't include the enrolling parents work address.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the play structure on the playground had a bridge which was surrounded by a net that was torn on both sides. The shed that is located on the playground had a metal piece coming off of the lower left side of the structure that had sharp edges. A cushion that was located on a couch in the gazebo had a tear with the stuffing from the inside coming out. A wooden crate structure meant to hold the child's belongings had sharp staples protruding out of the wood. The wood crate structure was split in places that could cause splinters. The shed was taped at the bottom to cover the sharp edge during the time of inspection. The hole in the cushion was covered with tape during the inspection. The staples were hammered into the wooden crate structure during the time of inspection and all splintered pieces were removed.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023
3270.66(b) Original container
“At the time of inspection, a spray bottle that wasn't labeled was located in the refrigerator in the sea otter's classroom. This was labeled at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“Documentation of number of hours experience working with children was not on file for staff member 2. This was corrected on January 5, 2023”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2023
3270.175(a)/3270.176(f) Age appropriate restraints/Prohibition using an 11-15 passenger vans
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the program was using a 15-passenger van to transport a 7 year old child from school to the facility. During the time of inspection, it was observed that the 15-passenger van didn't have a booster seat for the child to be transported in from the school to the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the fire detection system wasn't be tested every thirty days.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the time of inspection, peeling paint was observed in the penguins room, sea otters, and dolphin rooms. Staff member covered peeling paint in all classrooms during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“At the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a unlidded waste receptacle located in the school age bathroom. A lidded trash can was placed in the bathroom at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“Documentation of health assessment on file for staff member 2 didn't indicate an examination of communicable diseases. This was corrected on 12/28/2022. Documentation of health assessment on file for staff member 5 indicated that she had a communicable disease but did not include the conditions and the risk it might pose to others exposed. This was corrected on 12/28/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that the fence surrounding the playground had multiple areas of broken and splintered wood pieces facing the inside of the playground area.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2023
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“Documentation of the TB test for staff member 1 was dated after her start date to care for children. Documentation of file for the TB test for staff member 6 was dated more than one year prior to her start date. Documentation of the TB test for staff member 4 was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Documentation of health assessment on file for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3 and staff member 6 were completed after their first day of caring for children. Documentation of the updated staff health assessment for staff member 7 and staff member 8 were completed after the 24 months of their initial health assessments.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
Oct 6, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.31(h) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person number 1 had health and safety training dated 9/9/16, which is not an approved 6 hour health and safety course. Until such time as the required trainings are completed, staff person #1must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 11, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff Person number 2 did not have Pediatric CPR/First Aide from an approved trainer on file. Staff Person number 3 did not have Pediatric CPR/First Aide on file. Until such time as the required trainings are completed, staff person #2 and 3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #2 and 3, staff person #2 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 26, 2022
Jan 24, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Staff person number 4, hire date 11/11/21 did not receive emergency plan training at initial employment. Emergency plan training for staff 4 was completed on 12/23/21. Staff person number 5, hire date 12/3/21, did not receive emergency plan training at initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff person number 3. hire date 9/23/21, did not complete Pediatric CPR/First Aid within 90 days of hire. Staff person number 3 does not have Pediatric CPR/First Aid on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In Room 10, the carpet on the floor was observed to be curling upwards, causing a tripping hazard. This was corrected on site. In Room 11, there was fabric observed to be wrapped around the pipes that was frayed and in disrepair. The pipes along the ceiling, and vents in room 11 were observed to be dirty and covered in dust. In Room 12, the pipes along the ceiling and vent was observed to be dirty and covered in dust. Toy bins and surfaces in Room 12 were observed to have dust and dirt on the shelves and toy bins. In Room 13, dust and dirt was observed on the shelves and inside of toy bins. On the outdoor playground, the fence was observed to be in disrepair near the outdoor sink and basketball hoop.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the Yoga Studio, broken plaster was observed on the lower corner of the white wall near the sanitizer dispenser. Peeling paint was observed around hand sanitizer dispensers on white and orange walls. In the Small Studio, peeling paint was observed around the hand sanitizer dispenser. In Room 6, peeling paint was observed on the left side window sill.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2022
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The napping cots in rooms 10, 11, 12, and 13 were not marked for individual use. This was corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2022
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for child number 8 did not contain written consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for child number 1 did not have the address for release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2022
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health assessment for child number 4 does 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: Feb 8, 2022
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff person number 6 had a health assessment dated 11/14/19 and was updated on 11/16/21, which is greater than 24 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff person number 2 was missing a nonfamily reference that attests to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2022
3270.31(h) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person number 8, hire date 9/23/20, did not complete health and safety training within 90 days of employment. Health and safety training is dated as 1/5/22”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2022
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“Child number 2 did not have an initial health assessment. Current health assessment on file for child number 2 was dated 12/21/21, which is greater than 60 days from the enrollment date. Child number 3 does not have a health assessment on file. Child number 5 did not have a health assessment on file. Child number 6 does not have a health assessment on file. Child number 7 does not have a health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In room 7, an uncovered outlet was observed on an extension cord. This was corrected on site.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2022
Nov 15, 2021Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Staff person number 1 was observed striking child number 1 with an open hand in the chest.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“Staff person yelled at a child telling the child to "shut up"”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
Nov 15, 2021Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Staff person number 1 was observed striking child number 1 with an open hand in the chest.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“Staff person yelled at a child telling the child to "shut up"”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
Nov 15, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Staff person number 1 was observed striking child number 1 with an open hand in the chest.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“Staff person yelled at a child telling the child to "shut up"”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
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Questions about YWCA of York Day Care Center
Is YWCA of York Day Care Center licensed?
Yes. YWCA of York Day Care Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was YWCA of York Day Care Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 3, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 19 visits in the last 3 years.
Has YWCA of York Day Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 79 rules across 17 of 19 visits in the last 3 years; 75 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 YWCA of York Day Care Center care for?
313, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does YWCA of York Day Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are YWCA of York Day Care Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does YWCA of York Day Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 434-1737 to ask.
What is YWCA of York Day Care Center's phone number?
(717) 434-1737.
Where is YWCA of York Day Care Center?
320 E Market St, York, PA 17403. The nearest other daycare we list is York Day Nursery, 0.2 miles away.