Early Beginnings
1459 Moss St, Reading, PA 19604 · Berks County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months
1 complaint investigation found violations
Keystone STAR 4
Early Beginnings is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 85 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 28 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 28). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #27 of 84 centers in Reading and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 57% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #27 of 84 centers in Reading
1
Core-safety citations
27
Other citations
5
Inspections
1
Complaint investigations that found violations
28 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 20, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Records & paperwork
9
Building & playground safety
8
Training & qualifications
4
Health & medication
3
Emergency preparedness
2
Background checks
1
Transportation
1
Citations, newest first
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 the following violations of the CPSL were noted (See LIS code sheet for each Facility Person's 1st day with children): Facility Person #1 had an NSOR request dated 5/18/26, but did not have an NSOR clearance certificate on file. Facility Person # 1 was observed providing care to children on 5/20/26. Facility Person #2 had an NSOR clearance certificate dated 5/6/26, which is after their first day having direct contact with children. Facility Person #3 had an NSOR request dated 5/8/26, but did not have an NSOR clearance certificate on file. Facility Person # 3 was observed providing care to children on 5/20/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “No employee or individual is required to obtain clearances to begin work at the facility until all required clearances, including the NSOR certificate, have been reviewed and placed in the individual's file. Facility Person # 1 and # 3 were suspended until the NSORs were obtained and on file.…”
Citation
May 20, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 Cert rep observed plastic cups, plastic utensils, napkins, and straws which appeared contaminated by human secretions or excrement in the open trash can in the Upper Level Main room. It was reported this trash was from the children's breakfast, and these items were likely used and therefore were likely to have been contaminated by human secretions or excrement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “Provider will ensure that all trash cans have lids and that the lids remain closed.”
Citation
May 20, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.102(a)
During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 Cert rep observed lose TV cords on the wall mounted TV in the upper stairs Main room, and the two wall mounted TVs in the lower level room. These created a pulling hazard as the cords were accessible to children. Additionally Cert rep observed a Rough edge on a broke/cracked plastic toy chest.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “Provider immediately secured the TV cord area and rough edges with tape and ensured that no additional hazards were present.”
Citation
May 20, 2026
Inspection
Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 Cert rep observed that Child 1's cot had less than 2 feet of space on 3 sides. Cert rep observed one short side was against a shelf which left no measured space, and there was 1 foot of measured space on the two long sides of the nap cot. The 4th side did have over two feet of measured space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “The nap cot was immediately moved to give the right amount of space. The cot that was placed against the shelf was moved to maintain the amount of space.”
Citation
May 20, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 after review of the fire detection testing log it was determined that the fire system was tested more than 30 days after the previous testing date one time: 6/22/25-7/24/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2026): “The fire detection system was tested during the inspection on 5/20/26 and was tested again on 6/10/26. This is less than 30 days between fire system testing.”
Citation
May 20, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 the facility did not have a written policy which addressed the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2026): “Provider developed and implemented a written policy addressing the prevention, identifcation, and reporting of child maltreatment. It was added to the policy handbooks and will be reviewed with all current staff and newly hired staff”
Citation
May 20, 2026
Inspection
Training & qualifications
8th grade + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(3)
During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 Facility Person #3 had verification they completed at least 8th grade, and 207.8 hours of verified experience. Facility Person #3 has been working as an Aide.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The provider obtained documentation from the employee's file verifying the aide's experience working with children. Provider will ensure that all staff qualifications are verified and documented prior to employment.”
Citation
May 20, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 Child 2's fee agreement did not specify the fee amount.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The fee agreement was reviewed and updated to include the amount, and it was placed in the child's file. The director reviewed all enrollment agreement forms to ensure that the required fee information was included”
Citation
May 20, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 Child 3's emergency contact form did not include all of the addresses for the listed release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “The emergency contact was updated to include the complete address of the emergency contact to whom the child may be released. The correct information was obtained and placed in the file.”
Citation
May 20, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 Facility Person #3 had 1 written reference in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “A second non-family written reference was obtained and added to the employee's file. All staff files were reviewed to ensure that each child's file contains the two required non-family references.”
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Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items/On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)/3270.75(d)
During a renewal inspection 5/5/25-5/8/25 Cert rep observed the first aid kit in the Upper Level room did not have tape. Cert rep observed the first aid kit in the 2024 Ford van did not contain a water bottle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “All first aid kits shall contain the required items. Tape was placed in the upper level kit, and water was placed in the 2024 van.”
Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During a renewal inspection 5/5/25-5/8/25 Cert rep observed grime and a yellow unidentifiable sticky residue on the right wall and base board of the stall in the bathroom on the lower level.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Bathroom area was Cleaned”
Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During a renewal inspection 5/5/25-5/8/25 Cert rep observed peeling plaster on the back wall and of the stall in the bathroom on the lower level.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Maintenance will scrape area, plaster and paint area. Peeling plaster was removed.”
Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During a renewal inspection 5/5/25-5/8/25 Cert rep observed broke white plastic with rough edges on the tires of two toy riding cars in the outdoor play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Provider quickly removed both toys from play space one toy plastic was removed from the tire and the other toy was permanently removed from play space”
Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)
During a renewal inspection on 5/8/25 Child 1's file was missing record of the following vaccinations as per the ACIP recommendations: Hepatis B-dose 3, DTAP-dose 4, Hib-dose 1, Pneumococcal-dose 1, Polio-dose 3, and Hepatis A-1st dose. Child 1 did not have an exemption letter on file. (See LIS code sheet for DOB).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Director dismissed child until vaccines were up to date or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. Parent wrote a letter with a signed exemption. The child's exemption letter has been placed in the file.”
Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8)
During a renewal inspection on 5/5/25-5/8/25 Cert rep noted Child 2's DHS health assessment did not have answers provided to if the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Provider had parent resubmit DHS health assessment answers are checked and answered accordingly to be in childcare. 5/13/25 physical was turned into center”
Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Transportation
Manufacturer's instructions used 55 Pa. Code §3270.175(c)
During a renewal inspection 5/5/25-5/8/25 Cert rep observed the 2012 Ford van did not have the manufacture instructions for the Costco brand booster seats that were in the van. Staff confirmed these booster seats are used for the children in this van.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Director will ensure each van has manufacturer instructions for all booster seats, Booster was moved until the rep verifies the instructions obtained are acceptable for this seat. Once approved these instructions will remain in the vehicle.”
Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During a renewal inspection 5/5/25-5/8/25 Staff 1 received Fire safety training on 6/5/23 and 2/21/25, this is more than 12 months between fire safety trainings. Facility Person 2 has not received fire safety training. (See LIS code sheet for DOH)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Ensure all staff persons participate in annual Fire safety training, including volunteers. Facility parson #2 is dismissed until fire training is in file. A letter was written stating that she is unable to return until it is in her file. Facility parson #2 has not returned.”
Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During a renewal inspection 5/5/25-5/8/25 Staff person 1 completed Pediatric First aid and CPR on 4/1/24, which is beyond 90 days from their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 28, 2025): “All Staff persons will complete professional development including Pediatric First aid and CPR within 90 days of hire. Staff 1 has completed First aid and CPR.”
Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During a renewal inspection 5/5/25-5/8/25 Cert rep noted Child 2's emergency contact form did not have the address of all release persons listed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Director ensured all missing items were added in the child's emergency Contact form. .”
Citation
May 5, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
During a renewal inspection on 5/5/25-5/8/25 Staff reported that the facility was not maintaining a copy of reports regarding accidents, injuries, and illnesses in a facility wide file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “Moving forward the facility will maintain copies of reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care in a facility file, along with a copy in the child's file and the original to the parent.”
Citation
May 17, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Plan posted/Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)/3270.27(e)
It was observed and stated that the facility's emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location, and the facility's emergency plan letter, given to parents at the time of enrollment, did not include information on their lockdown procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2024): “The emergency plan letter will be updated to include a statement regarding the facility's lockdown procedures. This letter will be provided to all families. The letter will also be posted at the door of the facility.”
Citation
May 17, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
It was stated and observed that although the facility had an emergency transportation plan posted, that plan did not accurately explain the staffing provisions in the event of an emergency both on and off facility premise. In addition, this plan was not accompanying staff when leaving facility property with the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2024): “This plan will be reviewed and updated. It will include staffing provisions in the event of a child needing to be taken to the hospital when both on or off facility property. This plan will be posted and accompany children on the vans or when going for a walk off facility property.”
Citation
Jun 15, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/15/2023, the bottom part of the stall in downstairs bathroom was rusted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2023): “The rust was covered with a poster until it can be sanded and repainted.”
Citation
Jun 15, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2023): “Staff #1 will complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by the end of the day.”
Citation
Jun 15, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/15/2023, the emergency contact forms were not present in the classroom downstairs for the school age children that were receiving care in this classroom at this time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2023): “The updated emergency contact forms for the school age children were upstairs where these children were receiving care during the school year. This emergency contact information for the school age children was immediately moved to the downstairs classroom.”
Citation
Jun 14, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(a)(6)
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/14/2022, the emergency plan at the facility did not have specified in writing describing that the emergency plan provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions as applicable. The facility also did not have documented that an emergency drill has been conducted during the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2022): “Accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions were added to update the emergency plan as applicable during the inspection. An emergency drill will be conducted and documented at the facility in the near future.”
Citation
May 11, 2022
Complaint investigation
Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
A complaint Inspection was conducted on 5/11/2022. It was verified through staff interviews that Child #1, age 2 sustained scratches on his arm on 5/4/2022 and his face and neck area on 5/5/2022 during altercations with another child each day. The facility did not complete an accident/injury/illness report for either one of these incidents. On the day of the inspection, facility also did not have a master file for accident, injury, and illness reports.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 14, 2022): “Facility will record accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. Original report will be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of report will be retained in an accident file. The third copy of the report will be retained in the child's file.”
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Violation found
May 11, 2022
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $43.26 | $38.71 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $41.67 | $36.83 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $39.22 | $33.80 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $34.94 | $26.15 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $34.94 | $26.15 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Capacity
85 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Aug 20, 2027
Operator
Early Beginnings LLC
Hours
Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(610) 372-5890
State certificate #
CER-00260177
Common questions
Has Early Beginnings had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on May 20, 2026 (background checks): “During a renewal inspection on 5/20/26 the following violations of the CPSL were noted (See LIS code sheet for each Facility Person's 1st day with children): Facility Person #1 had an NSOR request dated 5/18/26, but did…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Early Beginnings?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Early Beginnings’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jun 17, 2026. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does Early Beginnings compare with other daycares in Reading?
It is tied for #27 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Early Beginnings last inspected?
May 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Early Beginnings cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $43.26 for young toddler, $41.67 for older toddler, $39.22 for preschool, $34.94 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Early Beginnings?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Early Beginnings LLC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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