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Color Our World Early Learning Center Llc
2950 N 7th St, Harrisburg PA 17110 · License #CER-00254364 · Child Care Center
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- (717) 230-8399
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- 2950 N 7th St, Harrisburg PA 17110 · Directions
Hours
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Care & schedule
When they operate
Schedule type not published.
Ages served
- 2-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 71 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Documentation of current CPR/first aid certification was not available for staff #3 and staff #6. Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Corrected by Apr 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
During the inspection, multiple ceiling tiles were observed to be sagging and water-logged. These ceiling tiles were located in the hallway leading to the classrooms and kitchen. Water spots were also observed in classroom 4. A rug in the back right hand side of the large playroom was observed to have curled edges, creating a potential tripping hazard.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.78/3270.113(a)(1) · Rooms, hallways, stairways, outside steps, porches and ramps shall be lighted by artificial or natural light. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Children in Room 5 were napping in the room with no source of natural or artificial light, making it difficult for Staff #2 to identify the children during the supervision check.
Corrected by Apr 2, 2026
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. TIERED LIS: 1. Children must be supervised at all times. 2. The legal entity will submit their supervision policy, which shall cover cell phone use, including ear buds, to DHS for review. Verified. 3. The legal entity will review the supervision policy with staff and document staff acknowledgement of the policy at the time of review. 4. Legal entity and members of management will conduct and document random supervision checks in classrooms to ensure staff are not on their phones/earbuds. Supervision checks should occur at random times, including naptime. 5. The legal entity must submit documentation of supervision checks in a format approved by DHS. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
During the visit, staff #1 was observed to be wearing earbuds while supervising children. Staff #2 was observed to be looking at a cell phone while children were napping in room 5. Staff #3 was observed to be looking at a cell phone while supervising children in the infant room.
Corrected by Aug 7, 2026
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
During the visit, a smoke alarm was heard to beep intermittently, signaling the need for a new battery.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2026
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff person #2 did not obtain an updated NSOR Certificate. The most recent NSOR on file is dated 3/17/2020.
Corrected by Mar 19, 2026
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
It was observed in the 2's classroom, and in the lobby, that the ceiling vents are dusty (including the ceiling vents and wall vents close to the ceiling). It was observed that there are many water-stained ceiling tiles in the back hallway, young toddler classroom, and preschool classroom. Director previously requested landlord to maintenance the stained tiles.
Corrected by Mar 17, 2026
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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 in the 2's classroom, there is peeling paint with exposed plaster on the far wall, behind the table. CORRECTED ON SITE. It was observed in the lobby, to the right of the desk, there is peeling paint. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected by Feb 17, 2026
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3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
Children # 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5's file contain the original financial agreements.
Corrected by Feb 17, 2026
- Violation
3270.131(e) · The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
Child #1's file does not include written verification of immunizations with in 60 days of admission. See code sheet for date of admission.
Corrected by Mar 17, 2026
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3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Staff person #1 does not have a current health assessment or TB test on file. See code sheet for Date of Hire.
Corrected by Feb 17, 2026
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3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
Child #1's file does not include an initial health assessment within 60 days of admission. See code sheet for dates of admission. Child#5's file does not include an updated health assessment form, only a summary visit print-out which includes the physicians electronic signature.
Corrected by Feb 17, 2026
- Violation
3270.111(c) · Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background.
It was confirmed by staff person #2 that on 2/7/25, staff person #1 and #2 were arguing and yelling in front of children in the classroom. The daily activities in the three-year-old classroom were not promoting development of skills, social competence and self-esteem.
Corrected by Feb 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.79 · Weapons, firearms and ammunition are prohibited in a child care center.
Staff person #1 possessed a stun gun (taser) within the child care center multiple times, and it was accessible to children.
Corrected by Feb 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The director, staff person #3, with knowledge of staff person #1's possession of a taser/stun gun in the facility multiple times, did not immediately call law enforcement to assess the situation and take possession of the taser/stungun.
Corrected by Feb 7, 2025
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3270.66(a)/3270.103 · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
It was observed that the gate for the cleaning closet (next to the infant room and kitchen) was not in use, allowing children access to cleaning solutions, and loose plastic bags covering disposable paper-products.
Corrected by Jun 12, 2025
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3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
It was observed that large sections of tarp are exposed through the rubber mulch in 3 spots in the outdoor play space, posing a tripping hazard.
Corrected by Jul 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.102(e) · Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care.
It was observed that 2-year-old children were utilizing the outdoor play space that was covered with rubber mulch, consisting of pieces less than 1" in diameter.
Corrected by Jun 12, 2025
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3270.66(a)/3270.103 · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
It was observed that the gate for the cleaning closet (next to the infant room and kitchen) was not in use, allowing children access to cleaning solutions, and loose plastic bags covering disposable paper-products.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2025
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3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
It was observed on 2/20/25, in the preschool classroom (down the left hallway) that a ceiling tile has water damage, and the ceiling vent is covered with dust in the back, left corner of the classroom (above the refrigerator). It was observed in the preschool classroom (last one down the back hallway) that the ceiling vents are covered with dust. It was observed in the older toddler classroom (last room down the left hallway) that the ceiling vent in the left corner of the room (above the circle time rug) is covered in dust. It was observed in room 10 (next to the infant room) that there was a light panel cover that had evidence of water damage, and dirty. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE: On 3/25/25, It was observed that the ceiling vents were not cleaned, and are still covered with dust in the preschool classroom (front hallway-room 2), older toddler classroom (front hallway-room 1), and preschool classroom (back hallway-room8) It was observed that the water-damaged ceiling tiles were still not replaced in the preschool classroom (front hallway- room 2), and room 10 (next to the infant room). Also in room 10 there was a light panel cover that had evidence of water damage, and still dirty, that has not been cleaned or replaced. In addition: It was observed on 3/25/25, that the kitchen door was open, giving children access to a functional stove/oven.
Corrected by Apr 4, 2025
- Violation
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
The toilet to the right in the bathroom was running continuously. Corrected on site.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
There was no documentation to support a annual review and update of the emergency plan by the operator.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
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3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
It was observed in the young toddler classroom that there were Lysol wipes and Lysol spray on top of the refrigerator, accessible to children.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
It was observed in the preschool classroom (down the left hallway) that a ceiling tile has water damage, and the ceiling vent is covered with dust in the back, left corner of the classroom (above the refrigerator). It was observed in the preschool classroom (last one down the back hallway) that the ceiling vents are covered with dust. It was observed in the older toddler classroom (last room down the left hallway) that the ceiling vent in the left corner of the room (above the circle time rug) is covered in dust. It was observed in room 10 (next to the infant room) that there was a light panel cover that had evidence of water damage, and dirty.
Corrected by Feb 21, 2025
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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 in the indoor gross motor room, along the right wall there is three spots of peeling paint and exposed dry wall. Corrected on site. It was observed in room 10 (next to the infant room) that there is peeling paint. Corrected on site.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
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3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
It was observed that there were not hand washing signs posted at each toilet. Corrected on site.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
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3270.101(a)/3270.101(b) · Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. Play equipment shall facilitate the child's emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development.
It was observed in the young toddler room that more books are needed to preclude long waits for use.
Corrected by Feb 21, 2025
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3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
It was observed in the young toddler classroom, that the nap cots are not in good repair, causing rough edges along the sides of the cots.
Corrected by Feb 21, 2025
- Violation
3270.105 · High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.
It was observed in the infant room, that two seats were missing T-shaped safety straps.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
It was observed that child # 1 and 5 agreements do not include arrival and departure times.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
It was observed that children # 1, 2, and 3 agreements do not include their date of admission.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
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3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
It was observed that children #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 files contained the original agreement.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
It was observed that all current and updated children's emergency contact information in each child care space was not present.
Corrected by Feb 21, 2025
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3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
It was observed in the infant room, that staff person #4 wiped the hands of an able, young-toddler with a wipe after a diaper change, not washed at the sink. Cert. Rep. directed staff person #4 to wash child's hands at the sink.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
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3270.165 · An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.
It was observed that there was not a menu posted in a conspicuous location for families to view.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.166(3)/3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers shall be used for infants unless bottles are provided by the parent or unless a commercial dishwasher is used by the facility. Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
It was observed in the infant room that bottles are hand washed, and there is not a commercial dishwasher on site. It was observed in the infant room that there are unlabeled bottles in the refrigerator and on the counter. Corrected on site.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
It was observed that staff persons #1, and 2 records do not include verification of child care experience, prior to service at the facility, signed by a representative of the experiential, entity. It was observed that staff person #3 diploma needs evaluated for equivalency to verify education prior to service at the facility.
Corrected by Feb 21, 2025
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
Fire detection devices were not tested every 30 days. Documentation shows testing on 8/26/24, then 10/17/24 which lapses 30 days, and 11/15/24, then 12/15/24, which lapses 30 days. There is no documentation of testing taking place in September 2024.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
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3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Primary care group have not been established and staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8 could not identify the specific children to which they were assigned.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Fire drills have not been conducted at least once every 60 days. Fire drills were documented to have occurred 12/3/23, 1/30/24, and 3/26/24.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
Operability of the fire detection devices were not tested every 30 days. Testing was documented to have occurred 2/28/24, 4/2/24, and 5/1/24.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
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3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
It was observed in the Preschool One and the Preschool Three classrooms that there were push pins used on the classroom bulletin board accessible to children posing a potential hazard.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
- 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 that the long hallway into the indoor gross motor space was missing paint and plaster was exposed and accessible to children.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.82(j) · A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day.
It was observed in the one-year-old classroom that there was not a working sink with running water available for handwashing. The portable sink in the classroom was inoperable.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.
It was observed that at 2 different times preschool age children were allowed to walk from the classroom through the front room, through the foyer and into the bathroom unsupervised.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(b) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility director did not ensure that the fire alarm system was tested every 30 days and that the testing was documented.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(a) · A volunteer shall be 16 years of age or older and shall be directly supervised at all times by a staff person.
It was observed that Volunteer #1 was left alone with 4 preschool age children and not directly supervised by a staff person.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.62(c) · Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity.
It was observed that the facility indoor gross motor space contained tables, chairs and several toys and materials causing it to be unsafe for large muscle play (running, jumping, etc.)
Corrected by Mar 25, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
It was observed that the health assessment form for Child #2, #3 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by May 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for the infants and toddlers observed in care.
Corrected by May 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(a)(1) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
It was observed that the facility emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency lock-down.
Corrected by Mar 10, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
The file for Child #1 enrolled on 8/16/2019, did not include a health assessment.
Corrected by May 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
Room #9 (2yos) was observed to not have a functioning hands free can for diapering. Corrected immediately on site.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Apr 2, 2026 inspection noted: “Documentation of current CPR/first aid certification was not available for staff #3 and staff #6. Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Feb 17, 2026 inspection noted: “Staff person #2 did not obtain an updated NSOR Certificate. The most recent NSOR on file is dated 3/17/2020.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jun 12, 2025 inspection noted: “It was confirmed by staff person #2 that on 2/7/25, staff person #1 and #2 were arguing and yelling in front of children in the classroom. The daily activities…” — what has changed since then?
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