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SUNSHINE NURSERY CHILDCARE CENTER 2

Lancaster, PA · Lancaster County
334 N Cherry St, Lancaster, PA 17602
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📞 (717) 925-9480
334 N Cherry St
Lancaster, PA 17602
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00257585
License Issued
Jul 2, 2026
Active Through
Jul 2, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 10

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SUNSHINE NURSERY CHILDCARE CENTER 2 is a Child Care Center in LANCASTER PA. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-01 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Staff were observed serving young toddlers whole cheese sticks. Staff were informed of the danger of cheese sticks becoming a choking hazard. Staff pulled the cheese sticks into thin strands after being prompted.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff members pulled the cheese sticks into thin strips for the young toddlers, onsite, after being prompted.
2026-05-01 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: A hands-free trash can was not available in the diapering areas of the following classrooms: Infant, Toddler, Preschool.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The classroom trash cans from each diaper changing area were replaced with hands free trash cans.
2026-05-01 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of 12 hours of annual training was not available for staff #1.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member #1 completed the additional required hours to reach at least 12 total hours.
2026-05-01 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation showed that staff #1 had a state police clearance dated 1/29/20 and a new clearance dated 4/8/25, which exceeds the requirement that clearances be updated every 60 months. Documentation showed that staff #1 had a child abuse clearance dated 3/16/20 and a new clearance dated 4/11/25, which exceeds the requirement that clearances be updated every 60 months. Documentation showed that staff #1 had an FBI clearance dated 2/8/20 and a new clearance dated 4/8/25, which exceeds the requirement that clearances be updated every 60 months. Documentation showed that staff #1 had an NSOR clearance dated 4/9/20 and a new clearance dated 4/11/25, which exceeds the requirement that clearances be updated every 60 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Updated state police, child abuse, FBI, and NSOR clearances were obtained for staff member #1.
2025-08-25 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: Upon arrival onsite for the initial complaint investigation, it was observed that the Older Toddler childcare space had 12 children in care and only one staff person, as the facility director was moving between childcare groups to cover for a facility person call off.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. 1] The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. [Immediate Correction Date required] 2] The facility director must develop and implement a written procedure/protocol to be implemented in the event of a facility person call-off, to include at least 1-2 alternative facility staff to be called upon as needed. [Correction date when this plan has been accepted by Regional Certification Representative]

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1] Staff Person will always be present to comply with the corresponding staff-to-child ratio based on age group. The proper staff-to-child ratio will be maintained at all times [8.25.25]. 2] The employee handbook was revised to include adjustments in staff attendance/schedules, stating that there will be at least one facility staff person to be called upon as needed, if another staff member calls off. The revised handbook was reviewed with each employee and their acknowledgement was recorded via signed forms. [9.12.25]
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the immunization report for Child #1 was missing the following immunizations according to the CDC recommendation schedule: Hib [missing 1 of 3 doses]; Pneumococcal [missing 1 of 4 doses]; MMR [0 doses on record]; Varicella [0 doses on record] AND Hepatitis A [0 doses on record].

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Childs's parent was asked to provide an updated full list of immunizations, including the ones that were missing on file. This updated list was then placed in the child's file, along with his most recent child health report. The parent was also reminded of when her child's next child health report and immunization list would be needed.
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the written policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive head trauma, it was found to be lacking the following required elements: 1] Recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma AND 2] Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The written policy for shaken Baby syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma has been updated to include a list of potential signs/symptoms to look out for. This policy also now contains a section that describes coping strategies for when a child/infant is crying, fussing, or distraught, as well as key points to remember [like never shake a baby & crying is normal].
2025-04-01 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of each physical childcare space, it was found that one electrical outlet receptacle was missing a protective cover in the preschool/school-aged childcare space.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A staff member immediately brought back a protective cover to place into the electrical outlet receptacle, correcting this issue onsite.
2024-04-03 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3)/3270.124(f) - Services proceeded/Updated every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)/3270.124(f)

Description: Services proceeded/Updated every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the child developmental report for Child #1 was last completed on 3.16.23. Therefore, updated reports would have been due in September 2023 and March 2024.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A child service report was completed for child #1 and a copy was given to the family. The report described the child's growth and development in the context of the services provided by our facility.
2024-04-03 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan on file, it was found that a plan for the continuity of operations was not included.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility's emergency plan was updated to include a section addressing the continuity of operations. Parent letters were updated to reflect this addition, including some accommodations for children. After reviewing and adding these notes, the updated emergency plan was sent to the appropriate local authorities.
2024-04-03 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility was not documented on file for Staff Person #1 and #2.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child care Employment Verification Forms were filled out for Staff Person #1 and #2, detailing their prior experience with children, including employer, dates of employment, weekly hours, position, and duties/responsibilities.
2024-04-03 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iii) - Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that verification of childcare experience following the outset of service at the facility was not documented on file for Staff Person #1 and #2.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child Care Employment Verification Forms were filled out for Staff Person #1 and #2 following the outset of service, documenting their current experience.
2024-04-03 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the fire drill logs on file, it was found that the maximum of 60 days between required drills elapsed during the following interval: 5.8.23 -- 7.10.23 [63 days].

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director looked at the date of the facility's most recent fire drill, which took place on 3/4/24 and calculated that the next fire drill must be conducted on or before 5/3/24.
2024-04-03 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the fire system testing logs on file, it was found that the maximum of 30 days between required tests had elapsed during the following intervals: 5.5.23 -- 6.5.23 [31 days]; 7.3.23 -- 8.3.23 [31 days]; 9.1.23 -- 10.2.23 [31 days]; 12.1.23 -- 1.4.24 [34 days]; 3.1.24 -- 4.1.24 [31 days].

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director looked at the date of the facility's most recent fire detection system test, which took place on 4/1/24, and calculated that the next fire detection test must be conducted on or before 5/1/24.
2023-04-03 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that no influenza vaccination was on file for child #1 and child #2.

Correction Required: 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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We spoke to the parent of child #1 and child #2 regarding the influenza vaccination. Each parent gave their strong personal reasoning behind not wanting their child to receive it. An immunization exemption template form was created. The corresponding parents filled out the designated forms for their children. The forms were placed in each child's record file.
2023-04-03 Renewal 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: Upon observation of each childcare space, it was directly observed that a childcare staff person in the infant room did change a child's diaper and immediately returned the child to the care space without washing their hands.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration spoke immediately with the staff person and reminded them of the child hygiene regulations. We reviewed the importance of washing children's hands before meals and snacks, as well as after toileting and after being diapered. We reviewed adult hygiene as well. The staff person was observed changing a child's diaper to ensure that they had put into practice what was discussed. The other staff members were briefed on an overview of the diaper changing process.
2023-04-03 Renewal 3270.81 - Glass Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.81

Description: Glass

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site childcare spaces, it was found that there was glass without any visual strip or other visual identification each of the toddler, prekindergarten and school-aged rooms.

Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director corrected these changes on-site by adding visual strips on the glass located in the toddler's room. The director also added visual strips and words to the glass in the prekindergarten and school-aged rooms.
2022-04-14 Renewal 3270.24(f) - Director ID Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.24(f)

Description: Director ID

Noncompliance Area: Upon initiation of the annual renewal inspection, it was found that the identification presented by the owner/director was an expired Pennsylvania Driver's License.

Correction Required: A valid photo identification of the director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall be provided to the agent of the Department at the time of inspection.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility person #1 will get a new valid Pennsylvania Driver's License completed today.
2022-04-14 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility records, it was found that an emergency drill had not been conducted at any point in 2021 or 2022 [to date].

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has conducted an emergency shelter in place drill as required for 2022.
2022-04-14 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility fire safety records, it was found that a purchase receipt for the system was not available.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider completed, signed and dated an Attestation Statement as required.
2021-10-18 Unannounced Monitoring Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized

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