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Tender Years Inc
203 House Ave, Camp Hill PA 17011 · License #CER-00254817 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (717) 761-7113
- Website
- www.tenderyearspa.com
- Address
- 203 House Ave, Camp Hill PA 17011 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 147 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
It was observed that staff person #3 began working with children on 10/21/24 and had health and safety training on 2/28/25. This is outside of the regulatory 90- day preservice training period.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2025
- Violation
It was observed that staff person #6 had their last emergency plan training on 6/14/24.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(iv)/3270.115(a)(8) · Competence in water safety instruction is demonstrated by the completion of basic instruction in water safety from a certified lifeguard. A facility person who is counted in the staff-child swimming ratio shall annually complete water safety instruction.
It was observed that staff persons #1 and #2 were with a group during water play that included wading and did not have documentation of water safety training on file.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2025
- Violation
It was observed that staff person #4 had only one nonfamily reference on file. It was observed that staff person #8 did not have two nonfamily references on file.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2025
- Violation
It was observed that staff person #4's NSOR was not on file when they began working with children.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2025
- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
It was observed that staff persons #5, #6, #7, #8, and #9 did not have a staff evaluation within the last 12 months on file.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2025
- Violation
It was observed that the summer camp classroom that grass seed with fertilizer in it and hand sanitizer were stored in a place accessible to children. (Corrected during inspection)
Corrected by Jul 11, 2025
- Violation
Classroom #1, preschool, was observed to have a build- up of dirt in the corners in the sink and back door area, baseboards, and step stool. A plastic toy basket was broken. The broken basket was corrected on site. In the Monkeys classroom it was observed that the changing table was not disinfected between diaper changes. The Critters classroom was observed to have a build- up of dirt on the baseboards. In the Junior Camp classroom, the walls in the reading area and circle time area had chipped paint. The island shelf has chipping paint on the edges and corners. The corners of the classroom were observed to have a build- up of dirt. All of the chipping paint in the Junior Camp classroom was corrected on site. In the Guppies classroom the baseboard was observed to have a build- up of dirt. On the preschool playground the plastic toy bin with the brown lid had a build- up of leaves and dirt on the bottom.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2025
- Violation
3270.114 · Weather permitting, children shall be taken out doors daily.
It was observed that infants are not taken outside daily, weather permitting.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2025
- Violation
3270.115(a)(5) · The staff-child ratios while children are swimming are Infant 1:1; Young or older toddler 1:2; Preschool 1:5; Young school-age 1:6; Older school-age1:8.
It was observed that during preschool water play including wading, the classroom ratios of 1:10 were followed, not the wading ratios of 1:5.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2025
- Violation
It was observed that fire detection system was tested on 1/17/25 and 2/17/25; 4/15/25 and 5/16/25; 5/16/25 and 6/30/25. These timeframes are outside of the regulatory fire detection system testing of at least once every 30 days.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2025
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1's out of state clearances did not contain a West Virginia Sex Offender Clearance as required by the CPSL.(corrected at inspection)
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection a vinyl chair in the Sea Stars classroom was ripped and the foam was exposed. (Corrected at inspection)
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection plastic bag was on a plunger in the bathroom used by the Critter older toddler classroom. (corrected at inspection)
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection that the cots being used in the Little Bears classroom were not labeled for individual use as required. (corrected at inspection)
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection that the refrigerator in the PreK classroom did not have an operating thermometer. (corrected at inspection)
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection that staff #2's record did not contain two, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. (corrected at inspection)
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
Facility Self-Reported: On 12-13-23 at approximately 11 am child #1 did not want to clean up toys and threw herself onto the floor. Staff #1 picked her up by her forearms and yelled at her in frustration.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2024
- Violation
Facility Self-Reported: On 12-13-23 at approximately 11 am child #1 did not want to clean up toys and threw herself onto the floor. Staff #1 picked her up by her forearms and yelled at her in frustration.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1 was hired on 8-17-22 and received their New Jersey Out of State Clearance Certificate on 6-27-23.
Corrected by Jul 11, 2023
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
It was observed at the time of inspection the wooden fence in the outdoor play area had peeling paint.
Corrected by Aug 28, 2023
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection the sink in the Pre-school classroom did not have a handwashing sign.
Corrected by Jul 11, 2023
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection the sink in the boys pre-school/pre-k classrooms was not working.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2023
- Violation
On 8/19/22 child #1 incurred an injury to her left arm when Staff #1 pulled the child's arm in an effort to get the child to comply. Facility documentation shows that Staff #1 has been counseled multiple times, on 3/23/21, 3/25/21, 11/1/21, 8/23/22, and 10/12/22 for rough treatment of children, including yanking children's arms to get them to comply.
Corrected by Mar 2, 2023
- Violation
On 8/19/22 child #1 incurred an injury to her left arm when Staff #1 pulled the child's arm in an effort to get the child to comply. Facility documentation shows that Staff #1 has been counseled multiple times, on 3/23/21, 3/25/21, 11/1/21, 8/23/22, and 10/12/22 for rough treatment of children, including yanking children's arms to get them to comply.
Corrected by Jan 24, 2023
- Violation
On 8/19/22 child #1 incurred an injury to her left arm when Staff #1 pulled the child's arm in an effort to get the child to comply. Facility documentation shows that Staff #1 has been counseled multiple times, on 3/23/21, 3/25/21, 11/1/21, 8/23/22, and 10/12/22 for rough treatment of children, including yanking children's arms to get them to comply.
Corrected by Mar 13, 2023
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection a bottle containing soapy water was not labeled as required in the Sea Star's classroom. Corrected at inspection.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2022
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection the wood border outlining the raised sandbox was cracked and splintered.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2022
- Violation
It was observed at the time of inspection the refrigerator in the Little Bears Classroom was dirty.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2022
- Violation
It was observed during inspection that the letter to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedure did not information regarding a lockdown as required.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2021
- Violation
It was observed during inspection that a diaper changing pad in the toddler room was cracked and the foam was exposed.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jul 11, 2025 inspection noted: “It was observed that staff person #3 began working with children on 10/21/24 and had health and safety training on 2/28/25. This is outside of the regulatory 90…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jul 25, 2024 inspection noted: “It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1's out of state clearances did not contain a West Virginia Sex Offender Clearance as required by the CPSL.(cor…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Dec 14, 2023 inspection noted: “Facility Self-Reported: On 12-13-23 at approximately 11 am child #1 did not want to clean up toys and threw herself onto the floor. Staff #1 picked her up by h…” — what has changed since then?
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