HEAVEN SENT ACADEMY

HARRISBURG, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity45
Est. price$860/mo

Contact information

Address201 N PROGRESS AVE, HARRISBURG, PA, 17109

CityHARRISBURG, PA 17109

CountyDauphin

Phone(717) 651-5820

Operating details

Capacity45

SubsidiesY

License dateDecember 20, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 9/17/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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201 N PROGRESS AVE, HARRISBURG, PA, 17109, HARRISBURG, PA 17109

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/17/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 129/17/2025

    12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))

    On 9/17/25, it was observed that staff person 1 had a health assessment on file that expired on 10/20/24, which had not been updated. Requirement: 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. Correction: Staff person 1 was immediately notified and scheduled an appointment for an updated health assessment. The new health assessment was completed and submitted. The staff member remained in compliance with all other health requirements and had no known health issues during the lapse. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/30/2025
  2. Medium-High risk9/17/2025

    Parent home/work address, phone (3270.124(b)(3))

    On 9/17/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 1 did not include a parent work address or phone number. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: The emergency contact was updated to reflect this. The work address and phone number fields were marked "NA" - parent works from home. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/17/2025
  3. Medium-High risk9/17/2025

    Physician name, address, phone (3270.124(b)(2))

    On 9/17/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 1 did not include the name of the child's physician. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: The emergency contact form for child 1 was reviewed on 17 September 2025. Although the address and phone number of Penn State health were listed, the physician's name was missing. The parent was contacted and provided the physician's name which was added to the emergency contact form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/17/2025
  4. Medium-High risk9/17/2025

    Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster (3270.76/3270.77(a))

    On 9/17/25, it was observed that facility surfaces were not in good repair. It was observed that the baseboard in the toddler classroom, by the hallway doors had peeling paint. It was observed that there was a ceiling tile in the toddler classroom that had a water stain. It was observed that there was a ceiling tile in the preschool classroom that had a water stain. Requirement: 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. Correction: The area with peeling paint was addressed on the same day. The baseboard was repaired using non-toxic, child safe paint on 17th of September. Children were not present in the area during repairs to ensure safety. The ceiling tile was inspected and repaired on 17th of September 2025. No active leaks or moisture sources were found above the ceiling. The stain was determined to be from a past resolved issue. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/17/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk9/16/2024

    Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3270.14/3270.21)

    On 9/16/24, it was observed that the facility did not have a continuity of care plan as part of their emergency plan. CORRECTED 9/16/24. Requirement: 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. Correction: Plan onsite, not on file. Will have on file and visible for inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/16/2024
  2. Medium risk9/16/2024

    Age and Training (3270.31(e))

    On 9/16/24, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have documentation of 12 annual training hours on file. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: All trainings will be at physical site. All staff has/will have 12 hours of training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/16/2024
  3. Medium risk9/16/2024

    Clean, good repair, proper size (3270.104(a))

    On 9/16/24, it was observed that the pack and play with the pink blankets was unstable. Requirement: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. Correction: Pack and play was not in use, but was immediately discarded. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/16/2024
  4. Medium risk9/16/2024

    Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

    On 9/16/24, it was observed that the blue couch in the toddler room and the green couch in the preschool room were torn allowing the stuffing to be exposed. CORRECTED ON SITE. Requirement: 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. Correction: Couch was repaired using tape and covering was placed on couch. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/16/2024
  5. Medium-High risk9/16/2024

    Fire safety - 1 yr. (3270.31(e)(4)(ii))

    On 9/16/24, it was observed that staff persons 1, 2, and 3 did not have documentation of fire safety training, in the previous 12 months, on file. Requirement: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. Correction: All trainings will remain at physical location. Fire safety was conducted 10/10/2023. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/24/2024

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

17Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$860/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: HARRISBURG, Dauphin County
  • Capacity: 45
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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