Early Beginnings IV
Early Beginnings IV is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 27 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 15 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (8 of 15). 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #13 of 84 centers in Reading and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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Citations, newest first
During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 Staff 1 had child abuse clearances dated 12/30/20, and 1/6/26, which is more than 60 months between clearance dates. It was reported that Staff 1 worked as staff on 12/31/25.
During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 Staff 2 did not have a disclosure statement with the purpose of Child care employment. Staff 2 signed, dated and had a witness signature on a disclosure statement on 1/7/26, but this is after their first day with children as staff. (See LIS code sheet for first day with children as staff)
During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 Staff 2 did not have initial emergency plan training with the role of being staff within 90 days of the their date of hire as staff.
During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 the facility emergency plan letter to the parents did not note the facility's lock down procedures.
During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 the indoor temperature in the infant room and toddler room measured at 61° F.
During a renewal inspection on 3/10/25 Cert rep observed the Infant room did not have a first aid kit.
During a renewal inspection on 3/10/25 Cert rep observed plastic bags and gloves on the changing table in the Infant room. These would be accessible to children being changed. The children who would be in this room may still be putting things in their mouths.
During a renewal inspection on 3/10/25 Cert rep observed that the facility's daily schedule and emergency medical transportation plan was not post in any of the child care rooms.
During a renewal inspection on 3/10/25 Cert rep noted more than 30 days since the previous fire detection test dated 1/17/25.
During a renewal inspection on 3/10/25 Cert rep noted that parents are not provided information regarding the supervision policy or daily schedule at the time of enrollment.
During renewal inspection 3/10/25-4/16/25 Child 1 did not have the father's work phone on the emergency contact form.
Hot water temperature in the sink next to the diaper changing table measured 114° F.
There was a small area of peeling paint on one wall in the second floor room.
There was a ride on toy in the outdoor play space which was cracked.
The operator has not been testing the facility's fire detection system.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $46.40 | $41.61 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $46.40 | $41.61 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $43.26 | $38.71 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $41.80 | $37.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $39.40 | $33.80 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $35.00 | $26.20 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $35.00 | $26.20 |
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 IV had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 violations 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 Jan 7, 2026 (background checks): “During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 Staff 1 had child abuse clearances dated 12/30/20, and 1/6/26, which is more than 60 months between clearance dates. It was reported that Staff 1 worked as staff on 12/31/25.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Early Beginnings IV?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Early Beginnings IV 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 IV’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Sep 11, 2025. 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 IV compare with other daycares in Reading?
It is tied for #13 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Early Beginnings IV last inspected?
Jan 7, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Early Beginnings IV cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $46.40 for newborn, $46.40 for infant, $43.26 for young toddler, $41.80 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Early Beginnings IV?
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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