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Albright Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 144
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Albright Early Learning Center
Albright Early Learning Center is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 144 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageSummer campAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 144 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 3 months - 11 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | The World at Their Fingertips |
| Staff | All staff trained regularly in CPR; First Aid taught as required by state licensing |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 144 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Albright Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Albright Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 144 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00260156
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 13, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 28 rules in all · 28 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Background checks 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Transportation 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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May 13, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“During a renewal inspection on 5/13/26 Staff Person # 1's Health assessment dated 8/26/25 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Staff Person # 1 did not have another current Health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.76/3270.102(a) Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair
“During a renewal inspection on 5/13/26 Cert Rep observed Tears in playground surfacing behind the moveable toy house in the Toddler Playground as well as tears the play mats and the foam blocks in the Enrichment Room/Village.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“During a renewal inspection on 5/13/26 Cert rep observed the wood mulch measured at 6"-8" at multiple points around the embedded jungle gym in the Pre-school playground. This is less than the recommended 9 inches for wood mulch.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2026
3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete
“During a renewal inspection on 5/13/26 Preschool Child 1's health assessment dated 1/23/26 did not have a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
May 15, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During a renewal inspection on 5/19/25 Cert rep noted Staff 4 had 1 written reference in their staff file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During a renewal inspection on 5/15/25 Staff reported the emergency medical transportation plan was not being taken with staff when children are taken on excursions from the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3270.133(5) Original label
“During a renewal inspection on 5/15/25 Cert rep observed diaper rash cream with expiration date 5/2024 in the cabinet of the changing table in Room 7.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During a renewal inspection on 5/15/25-5/19/25 Cert rep noted Staff 1 had a health assessment dated 10/17/22, which was from more than 12 months prior to date of hire. Staff 1 did receive a health assessment on 10/16/24, however this was after her date of hire. See LIS code sheet for date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During a renewal inspection on 5/15-25-5/19/25 Cert rep noted more than 30 days between fire detection system testing 3/5/25-4/5/25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 5/19/25 Cert rep noted Staff 2's disclosure statement did not have a witness signature. A witness signature was obtained on 5/19/25, however this is after the Staff's date of hire. See LIS code sheet for date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During a renewal inspection on 5/19/24 Staff 5 did not renew their pediatric first aid and CPR certification on or before the previous certification expired. This is evidenced by previous First aid and CPR certification dated 8/24/22(expiration 8/31/24), and current First aid and CPR certification dated 9/23/24(expiration 9/30/26).”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection 5/19/25 Staff 3 was hired provisionally (see code sheet for DOH) and did not have an NY Sex Offense Registry clearance or request on file. Staff 3 reports having resided outside of PA during the previous 5 years. Staff 4 had FBI clearances dated 12/9/2019-12/19/24 which is more than 60 months. It was confirmed Staff 4 worked in a staff role between 12/10/24-12/19/24.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During a renewal inspection on 5/15/25 Cert rep observed sanitizer spray on top of the paper towel dispenser in Room 3. The spray was labeled "keep out of reach of children" and was accessible to children in this location.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“During a renewal inspection 5/15/25 Cert rep observed the local hospital phone number was not listed on the emergency phone numbers posting by the phones in Rooms 1-4.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During a renewal inspection on 5/15/25 Cert rep observed the PS 1 first aid kit in Room 2 was missing soap and tape, and the T1 first aid kit in Room 6 was missing gloves.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During renewal inspection on 5/15/25 Cert rep observed tears on the lid of the storage ottoman in Room 4.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During a renewal inspection on 5/19/25 Cert rep observed and measured that 2 nap mats in Room 3 that did not have 2 feet of space on at least 3 sides. One mat(in front of the table) had 1 side with 0 inches of space, and 2nd side with 12 inches of space. The 2nd mat(by the book shelf) had 1 side with 0 inches of space and a 2nd side with 7.5 inches of space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“During a renewal inspection on 5/15/25 Cert rep observed the daily activities were not posted in Room 5.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During a renewal inspection on 5/15/25 Cert rep noted Child 1's emergency contact form did not list the father's home or work addresses or phone numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025
May 22, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) Written plan/Posted in group space
“It was observed in the infant room that a schedule was not posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.31(c)(3)(ii)/3270.36(b)(2) Age and Training/HS/GED + 600 hrs training
“Staff person #1 was stated to be employed as an assistant group supervisor, but the file for staff person #1 did not contain a minimum of 200 clock hours of supervised training. The file for staff person #1 contained a high school diploma and a certificate verifying 1000 plus hours of classroom training and only 30 clock hours of supervised training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“It was observed in Room #9 that there was not at least 2 feet of space on three sides of cots in use by children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“It was observed and stated that the facility did not send out their annual traffic letter to the local traffic authority.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“It was observed in Room #5 that plastic bags were stored in a drawer accessible to mouthing children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2024
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“It was observed in the outdoor play space that areas of wood mulch around the embedded play equipment had a mulch depth measuring at approximate 3 inches deep.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed in Room #1 that the handle on the cabinet door was broken. It was observed in Room #2 that the pinch guard installed on the door was falling off.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“It was observed that the emergency plan letter, provided to all enrolled families, did not contain all of the emergency plan details as listed in subsection 3270.27(a). A statement regarding the facility's lockdown procedures and details regarding accommodations for infants, toddlers, those with chronic medical conditions and disabilities was not written in the letter provided to enrolled families.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“It was observed and stated that the facility did not send a copy of their emergency plan to their local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
- May 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 20, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the Renewal Inspection on 5/20/2022, two cracked wooden balance beams with sharp edges and splinters exposed were observed on the outdoor playground.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff files were reviewed during the Renewal Inspection on 5/20/2022. The state police clearance on file for Staff #1 was a volunteer clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Albright Early Learning Center
Is Albright Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Albright Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Albright Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 13, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Albright Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 28 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Albright Early Learning Center care for?
144, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Albright Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Albright Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Albright Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 921-9324 to ask.
What is Albright Early Learning Center's phone number?
(610) 921-9324.
Where is Albright Early Learning Center?
3040 Kutztown Rd, Reading, PA 19605. The nearest other daycare we list is Todayz Kidz, 0.2 miles away.