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Home › PA › Palmyra › Gravel Hill Church Christian Child Care
131 Gravel Hill Rd, Palmyra PA 17078 · License #CER-00248774 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
Facility person #1 was seen on video pulling a child by the arm and putting them on the floor.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.
Facility person #1 was seen on video pulling a child by the arm and putting them on the floor.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(c)/3270.113(d) · 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. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
It was confirmed through staff interview, that an altercation occurred between staff persons 1 and 2, where inappropriate language was used while the staff shouted at one another, in front of the children.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
On 10/24/25, staff person 1 tapped a child on their face (left cheek) with their hand, as a consequence for hitting another child. This was confirmed through interview of staff persons 2, 3, 4, and 5. Staff person 1 admitted to tapping the child on the face.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 10/23/25, it was observed that a ceiling tile in classroom 207 had water damage.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
On 10/23/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 2 did not include a health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
On 10/23/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for children 2 and 10 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or minor first aid.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 6/9/25, it was observed that fire drills were not held every 60 days. The last recorded fire drill was on 3/28/25 creating a lapse of 73 days.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #2 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
On 6/9/25, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff persons 2 and 3 were currently employed at the facility and did not have a completed NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file. Staff persons 2 and 3 may not work with children until completed NSOR is on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. 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.
On 6/9/25, it was observed that staff persons 1, 2, 3 and 4 did not have documentation of education or experience on file to meet the qualifications for their position. Staff person 1 was functioning as an aide and staff persons 2, 3, and 4 were functioning as assistant group supervisors.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
On 6/9/25, it was observed that staff persons 1, 2, 3, and 4 did not have two written, nonfamily references on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
On 10/23/24, it was observed that the facility did not have a continuity of care plan as part of their facility emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 10/23/24, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed regarding clearances at time of hire and clearance updates every 60 months. Staff person 1 had an NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file dated 10/5/23 which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. Staff person 2 had a child abuse clearance on file that expired on 10/9/24 which was not updated until 10/23/24. Staff person 3 had a Child Abuse clearance on file that expired on 12/9/23 which was not updated until 12/12/23. Staff person 4 had a NSOR clearance on file dated 10/4/24, with provisional paperwork dated 10/2/24, which was after their start date.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
On 10/23/24, it was observed that the first aid kit in the older 3's classroom did not contain tape. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76/3270.77(a) · 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
On 10/23/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the facility. Peeling paint/exposed plaster was observed in the Young One's classroom around the base of the mirror.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
On 10/23/24, it was observed that the mailbox cart was blocking one of the doors to the four's classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 10/23/24, it was observed that there was damaged equipment at the facility. The cover on one of the stools in the young school age room was observed to be torn. CORRECTED ON SITE. The blue wall mats on the far side of the gym were observed to be frayed on the edges.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
On 10/23/24, it was observed that a daily schedule of activities was not posted for the older school age classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
On 10/23/24, it was observed that medication was present for child 6, but no medication log was available.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · 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.
On 10/23/24, it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated every 24 months. Staff person 2 had a health assessment on file that expired on 7/12/24, which was not updated until 7/29/24. Staff person 5 had a health assessment on file that expired on 5/25/24, which was not updated until 7/12/24.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
On 10/23/24, it was observed that child 10 did not have signed parental consent for minor first aid on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
On 7/12/24, it was observed that staff person 1 was past 45 days of employment and did not have their FBI clearance or their NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file. Staff person 1 may not return to work until documents are on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2 will have until _8/12/24__ to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (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 available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
On 7/12/24, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have pediatric first aid and CPR training on file and was past 90 days of employment.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Staff person 1 handled child 1 in a rough manner by grabbing them around their upper arms and placing them roughly in a flat position on their back in a pack and play and then roughly shaking and dragging the pack and play across the room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 10/13/23, it was observed that the bottom of the wooden doors in the 2's classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
On 10/13/23 it was observed that staff person 1, 3, and 4 did not have the required Health and Safety update training on file. All staff persons completed their original 10 hour health and safety training before 10/22 and should have completed the 1 hour update.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 10/13/23 it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Clearances must be updated every 60 days. Staff person 5 had a child abuse clearance on file that expired on 5/5/23 that was not updated until 9/12/23. Staff person 6 had a FBI clearance on file that expired on 2/17/23 that was not completely updated. Clearance agency was not successful in obtaining fingerprints.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 10/13/23, it was observed that lotion was accessible to children in a lower drawer in the 3's classroom bathroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76/3270.77(a) · 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
On 10/13/23 peeling paint was observed in the facility. Peeling paint was observed on the windowsills in the older ones, 3's, 4's, PreK, and Kindergarten classrooms and on the windowsills in the gym. Peeling paint was observed on the wall in the hallway outside of the gym doors.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
On 10/13/23, it was observed that the front of the shelves on the white and blue shelf were chipped and worn.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
On 10/13/23, it was observed that child 9 and 11 did not have addresses on file for their release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 2/6/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter
On 1/24/23, it was observed that the file of child #1, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of three HIB vaccinations and 4 DTaP vaccinations, as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 11/10/22, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 2 had a FBI clearance on file that expired on 1/2/22 that was not updated until 9/30/22. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 3 had a FBI clearance on file dated 9/23/22, which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. An FBI clearance or provisional paperwork must be on file before starting employment with children. Staff person 4 had a Mandated Reporter clearance on file that expired on 8/5/22 that was not updated until 9/22/22. Mandated Reporter training must be updated every 60 months.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 11/10/22, it was observed that the facility did not have a policy in regards to Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
On 11/10/22, it was observed that child 8 did not have a work address on file for their enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
On 11/10/22, it was observed that child 7 did not have an health insurance policy number on file.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · 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.
On 11/10/22, it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated every 24 months. Staff person 2 had a health assessment on file that expired on 6/1/22 that was not updated until 9/25/22. Staff person 1 had a health assessment on file that expired on 9/3/22 that was not updated until 9/23/22. Staff person 5 had a health assessment and TB test on file that was dated more than 12 months prior to their start date with children.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 11/10/22, it was observed that proof of purchase was not available for the fire detection system.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
On 11/4/21 it was observed that documentation of Emergency Plan training at time of hire was not on file for staff persons 6 and 14. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:
On 11/4/21, it was observed that staff persons 14 (start date 8/4/21) and Staff person 15 (start date 5/4/21) did not have Health and Safety Training in the first 90 days of employment. STAFF PERSON 15 WAS CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 12 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
On 11/4/21, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 (start date 4/26/21) did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) on file until 10/5/21, which is longer than 45 days after starting with children. Staff persons must have completed clearances on file within their first 45 days. Staff person 6 (start date 6/1/21) did not have a completed State Police Clearance Certification on file. Staff persons must have completed clearances on file within their first 45 days. CORRECTED ON SITE. Staff person 7 (start date 7/6/21) did not have a NSOR clearance on file until 10/26/21. Staff persons must have completed clearances on file within their first 45 days. Staff person 7 (start date 7/6/21) did not have a completed State Police Clearance on file. Staff persons must have completed clearances on file within their first 45 days. CORRECTED ON SITE. Staff person 9 (start date 8/27/21) did not have a Child Abuse or FBI clearance on file at time of hire. Child Abuse Clearance was dated 10/5/21. FBI clearance was dated 10/7/21. No provisional paperwork was on file. Completed clearances or provisional paperwork must be on file before their start date. Staff person 12 had a Child Abuse clearance on file that expired on 9/22/21 and was not updated until 10/13/21 and a FBI clearance on file that expired on 9/25/21 and was not updated. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 12 may not continue to work until completed FBI clearance is on file. Staff person 13 had a FBI clearance that expired on 1/20/21 and was not updated until 10/18/21. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 1 (start date 4/26/21) did not have Mandated Reporter training on file until 10/29/21, which is longer than 90 days after starting with children. Staff persons must have Mandated Reporter training on file within their first 90 days.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 11/4/21, it was observed that the ceiling vents in the Kindergarten and 3's classrooms had visible layers of dust. The ceiling tiles in the 2's and 3's classrooms had visible water spots and were in need of replacements.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 11/4/21, it was observed that the orange foam ramp in the young ones classroom was torn with exposed stuffing. CORRECTED ON SITE. The wooden table in the PreK classroom was observed to have peeling paint on the top surface.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · 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.
On 11/4/21 it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated in 24 months. Staff person 8 had a health assessment on file that expired on 12/10/20. A new health assessment was not on file until 3/18/21. Staff person 10 had a health assessment on file that expired on 9/20/21. A new health assessment was not on file until 10/7/21. Staff person 11 had a health assessment on file that expired on 10/2/21. A new health assessment was not on file. Staff person 13 had a health assessment on file that expired on 8/6/21. A new health assessment was not on file until 10/19/21. Staff person 17 had a health assessment on file that expired on 6/4/21. A new health assessment was not on file until 10/13/21.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
On 11/4/21, it was observed that staff person 6 did not have verification of education on file.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
On 11/4/21, it was observed that staff persons did not have two written, nonfamily references on file. Staff person 2 had 1 reference on file. A 2nd reference is required. Staff person 3 did not have any references on file. 2 references are required. Staff person 4 had 1 reference on file. A 2nd reference is required. Staff person 5 had 1 reference on file. A 2nd reference is required.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 19, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.