New Beginnings Early Child Dev and LRNG CTR LLC
New Beginnings Early Child Dev and LRNG CTR LLC is a certified child care center in Harrisburg, PA, with capacity for 93 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 32 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 32). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #25 of 75 centers in Harrisburg and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the classroom inspection, a bottle of hand sanitizer was observed to be accessible to children in the young toddler class, the two's classroom, and the preschool classroom. Corrected on site in each classroom by moving the bottle to an area inaccessible to children.
Staff person #2 did not obtain an updated State Police Clearance within a 60-month period. The previous clearance on file is dated 1/27/20, and the current clearance is dated 8/12/25. Staff person #3 did not obtain an updated NSOR Certificate within a 60-month period. The previous certificate on file is dated 8/31/20, and the current certificate is dated 12/19/25.
Child # 1 and 5's files do not contain written verification of immunizations within 60 days of admission. See code sheet for dates of admission.
Staff person #1 did not obtain an updated health assessment within a 24-month period. Previous health assessment on file is dated 3/7/23, and the current health assessment is dated 10/20/25. Staff person #3 did not obtain an updated health assessment within a 24-month period. Previous health assessment on file is dated 6/1/23, and the current health assessment is dated 2/12/26. Staff person #4 did not obtain an updated health assessment within a 24-month period. Previous health assessment on file is dated 1/23/23, and the current health assessment is dated 3/14/25.
Child# 1's files does not contain an initial health assessment. See code sheet for date of admission. Health Assessments on file: Child #1 - 10/16/22
Child #1 and #7's agreements does not specify arrival and departure times.
Children #'s 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, files contain the original financial agreement.
Child #3's emergency contact form does not include the enrolling parents' work address, home phone number or work phone number. Child #5's emergency contact form does not include the enrolling parents' home address. Child #6's emergency contact form does not include the enrolling parents home phone number and work phone number. Child #7's emergency contact form does not include the enrolling parents home phone number.
Child #3 and #7's emergency contact forms do not include the release persons address.
It was observed in room 2 (2-year-olds) that a child was able to climb onto the changing table themselves, and sat on the changing table unsupervised. Staff #7 was directed to remove the child from the changing table. It was observed in room 4 (infants/young toddlers) that two children were asleep in the pack 'n' plays, out of sight and unsupervised, around the corner from where the two teachers were standing at the highchairs to feed the three young toddlers.
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It was observed that the emergency plan and parent letter do not include a method to contact parents when an emergency arises and when an emergency has ended and instructions for reuniting parents with their chidlren.
It was observed in room 4 (infants/young toddlers) that there is a missing ceiling tile in the back, left corner of the sleep area, above the pack 'n' plays.
It was observed in the two preschool bathrooms that there were no handwashing signs posted at each toilet.
Child # 2 immunization record does not include the 6-month Rotavirus vaccination. Child #5 immunization record does not include Hepatitis A vaccinations. See code sheet for date of birth and date of admission.
It was observed that the emergency plan and parent letter do not include accommodations for infants and toddlers.
It was observed that the fire drill log documented drills completed on 11/8/24 and 1/10/25, which lapses 60 days.
It was observed that the emergency plan and parent letter does not include shelter and lock-down information.
Child #6 does not have an initial health assessment on file within 60 days of the first day of attendance. See code sheet for date of birth and date of admission.
It was observed that the agreement for child #7 did not include the operator's signature.
It was observed that the emergency contact information for child #6 does not include the phone number of the physician or medical care for the child.
It was observed that the emergency contact information did not include: Enrolling parent's work address for child # 2 Enrolling parent's home phone number for children # 1, 3, 5, and 6 Enrolling parents work phone number for child #6.
It was observed that child#7's emergency contact form does not include information on special needs specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.
Child #1, 2, and 6 emergency contact forms do not include the release person's address.
It was observed that child # 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7 emergency contact forms were not reviewed, updated and signed by a parent once within a 6-month period. Child #1, lapsed 9 months. Child #2 lapsed 12 months. Child #3 lapsed 9 months. Child #4 lapsed 11 months. Child #7 lapsed 13 months. It was observed that child # 1 and 3 agreement forms were not reviewed, updated and signed by a parent once within a 6-month period. Child #1 lapsed 10 months. Child #3 lapsed 15 months.
Staff persons # 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, and 8 files do not contain acceptable verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility, signed by a representative of the experiential entity.
It was observed in the hallway boys bathroom that there was a mop and bucket that contained cleaning solution and was accessible to children
It was observed in the PreK classroom that the first aid kit did not contain tweezers or scissors.
It was observed in the Young Toddler classroom that the table and chairs were not age-appropriate for the one-year-old children in care. The table setting and chairs were manufactured for preschool age children.
It was observed that the facility Indoor Gross motor space had several other toys and items throughout the space making it unsafe for gross motor play (jumping running, etc.)
It was observed that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in any child care space.
It was observed on 9/21/2022, that the Toddler classroom staff:child ratio was in noncompliance. The classroom was observed to have on teacher with 6 children ages one and two. The classroom was observed out of ratio for 10 minutes until an additional teacher joined the classroom to bring the staff:child ratio into compliance.
In room #2 (toddlers) the can present at the diapering area was hands free, but the hook to lift the lid was disconnected. Provider corrected it at time of inspection.
“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) | $63.00 | $55.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $63.00 | $55.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $60.00 | $50.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $59.00 | $47.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $52.40 | $43.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $44.00 | $32.40 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $44.00 | $32.40 |
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.
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Common questions
Has New Beginnings Early Child Dev and LRNG CTR LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Feb 12, 2026 (background checks): “Staff person #2 did not obtain an updated State Police Clearance within a 60-month period. The previous clearance on file is dated 1/27/20, and the current clearance is dated 8/12/25. Staff person #3 did not obtain an…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about New Beginnings Early Child Dev and LRNG CTR LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at New Beginnings Early Child Dev and LRNG CTR LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is New Beginnings Early Child Dev and LRNG CTR LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective May 14, 2019. 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 New Beginnings Early Child Dev and LRNG CTR LLC compare with other daycares in Harrisburg?
It is #25 of 75 centers in Harrisburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was New Beginnings Early Child Dev and LRNG CTR LLC last inspected?
Aug 7, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does New Beginnings Early Child Dev and LRNG CTR LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $63.00 for newborn, $63.00 for infant, $60.00 for young toddler, $59.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs New Beginnings Early Child Dev and LRNG CTR LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is New Beginnings Early Child Dev And LRNG CTR 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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