Early Beginnings II is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 53 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 11 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (4 of 11). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #3 of 84 centers in Reading and has fewer citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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Staff #1 and #2 did not update their fire safety training annually as evidenced by a previous fire safety training dated 11/24/25 and a current dated 1/05/26 for staff #1 and a previous fire safety training dated 1/2/25 and a current dated 1/6/26 for staff #2.
In the downstairs sink by the diaper changing area, the water temperature measured at 113 degrees. In the downstairs childcare area, the standalone sink's temperature measured at 111 degrees.
During unannounced monitoring conducted 8/28/2024, FBI clearances on file for staff person #1 are dated 6/16/2019 and 6/21/2024, which is past 60 months.
During unannounced monitoring conducted 8/28/2024, staff person #2's pediatric first-aid/CPR certificate expired on 4/14/2023 and was not renewed until 2/3/2024.
As of the renewal inspection on 2/12/24, the letter provided to parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include information on lockdown, or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs or chronic medical conditions.
During the renewal inspection on 2/12/24, children and staff went to the table for lunch without washing hands.
As of the renewal inspection on 2/12/24, the health assessment for staff #1 stated that there was a communicable disease with no further explanation.
Child #1 did not have an initial health assessment on file within 60 days following the first day of attendance. The health assessment on file was dated 9/23/23 (see code sheet for start date).
As of the renewal inspection on 2/13/23, the health assessment for child #2 indicated that the child had not received any vaccines but there was no exemption letter on file from the child's parent.
As of the renewal inspection on 2/13/23, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the physician.
As of the renewal inspection on 2/13/23, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
“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.
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 | $33.65 |
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
Common questions
Has Early Beginnings II 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 Aug 28, 2024 (background checks): “During unannounced monitoring conducted 8/28/2024, FBI clearances on file for staff person #1 are dated 6/16/2019 and 6/21/2024, which is past 60 months.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Early Beginnings II?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Early Beginnings II since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Early Beginnings II’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Aug 7, 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 II compare with other daycares in Reading?
It is #3 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Early Beginnings II last inspected?
Feb 4, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Early Beginnings II cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $43.26 for young toddler, $41.67 for older toddler, $39.22 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Early Beginnings II?
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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