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2100 W 3rd St, Williamsport, PA
Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 155
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare
Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare is a child care center in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 155 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with full-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 155 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 10 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian based childcare) |
| Curriculum | Experience Learning Curriculum |
| Staff | Experienced and caring early childhood educators (Pre-K Counts) |
| Daily life | Potty training: Toddlers work on potty training as part of self-help skills |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 2006 (first facility opened January 2006; second August 2011) |
| Licensed capacity | 155 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 155 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00251902
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 10, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Background checks 2
- Safety and hazards 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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Apr 10, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Maintenance worker was observed to be utilizing the children's restrooms while children and staff were present at the center instead of utilizing the adult/staff restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
Jan 20, 2026Visit1 rule cited
3270.66(c) Toxic use- no contamination
“During the investigation, it was verified through staff interviews that Facility Person #1 glued down a piece of bumper with liquid nails adhesive in the Chipmunks Room while children were in care. During lunchtime clean-up, Child #1 pulled the bumper off, put their fingertip into the substance and licked it.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026
Nov 19, 2025Visit1 rule cited
3270.20(a)(1) Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child
“The operator failed to notify the regional office within 24 hours regarding Child #1 who was treated at a medical center for an injury that occurred at the facility on 11/17/25 at 7:24am. The operator submitted notification via email received by the regional office on 11/19/25 at 10:36am.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
Oct 31, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #4, Staff #5, Staff #8 were missing either one or two nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During the renewal inspection, the initial health assessment for Staff #2 was received one month after first day of childcare; the initial health assessment for Staff #3 was received two months after first day of childcare; the updated health assessment on file for Staff #9 was dated three years after the previous health assessment; the updated health assessment on file for Staff #10 was dated six years after the previous health assessment; the updated health assessment on file for Staff #12 was dated three years after the previous health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2025
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection, the emergency contact for Child #1 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2025
3270.34(a) Director responsibilities
“The facility director has not adequately managed personnel or the facility's program objectives and activities. During the renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed and numerous CPSL violations were found for existing and new staff. New staff hiring requirements were not met. Staff do not have complete clearances and clearances were late. Health assessments and pre-service trainings were late. References were not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.14/3270.31(f) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection, the following pre-service training non-compliance was found: the health and safety training was not on file for Staff #6; the mandated reporter training was not completed within 90 days for Staff #7; the mandated reporter training was not completed within 90 days for Staff #13; the pediatric first aid/CPR was not completed within 90 days for Staff #11; the health and safety training was not completed within 90 days for Staff #11.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, the following CPSL violations were identified: (1) The file for Staff #1, who was past the provisional period, did not contain the DHS FBI Clearance or the NSOR certificate. (2) The file for Staff #2, who was past the provisional hire period, did not contain the DHS FBI Clearance. (3) The NSOR certificate for Staff #5 was received after the provisional hire end date. (4) The State Police Clearance for Staff #6 is in "request under review status". (5) The mandated reporter training for Staff #7 was received 9 months after the date of hire. (6) The NSOR certificate for Staff # 9 expired 1/23/25 and has not been renewed. The mandated reporter training for Staff #9 was due 12/11/22 and was not received until 1/29/23. (7) The State Police Clearance for Staff #10 is in "request still pending" status. The FBI Clearance for Staff #10 expired 10/27/25 and has not been updated. The NSOR certificate for Staff #10 expired 5/15/25 and has not been updated. (8) The NSOR certificate for Staff #11 was received 4 months after the provisional hire end date. (9) For Staff #12, the updated mandated reporter training was received 7 months after the required 60 months due date, the FBI Clearance was received 2 months after the due date, the State Police Clearance was received 10 days after the due date and the NSOR certificate was received 4 days after the due date. (10) The mandated reporter training for Staff #13 was received 5 months after date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
May 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the inspection, areas of peeled and damaged paint were observed on the front porch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025
Nov 12, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“During the renewal inspection, the telephone number of the nearest hospital was not posted by the telephones in the two upper-level offices. The telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted by the telephone in the lower-level office.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection, the radiator panels in the Foxes Room had separated causing a gap that could lead to a potential finger pinch.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During the renewal inspection, the most recent health assessment for Staff #1 was dated 9/13/23 which was more than 24 months from the previous health assessment dated 4/15/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #3 who was working as an aide in the Owls Room, contained a State Police Clearance in "request still pending" status and there was no Child Abuse Clearance on file. The Child Abuse Clearance, State Police Clearance and FBI Clearance, for Staff #2, had not been updated within 60 months as required under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
Nov 9, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection, unsecured and ripped carpet was observed on the threshold floor in the Younger Twos Room. Exposed bolts were observed on the two toddler playground fences.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“During the renewal inspection, the initial TB test, dated 7/8/21 for Staff #1, was not conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in the childcare facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection, chipped and peeling paint was observed on both sides of the classroom partition in the Older Infants Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
Oct 19, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.133(4) Locked
“During the complaint investigation, it was verified that Staff #1 left heartburn medicine on a classroom table which was accessible to children. Staff #2 discovered the medication the following morning before any children entered the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2023
Feb 8, 2023Visit6 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection, the carpet in the school age room was ripped which posed a potential tripping hazard. Also, tiles were either cracked or missing in a large area under the AC unit.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2023
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the renewal inspection, the hot water temperature was 119° F at the children's handwashing sink in the Infant and Ones rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #2, who was past the provisional hire period, did not contain the NSOR verification certificate. The file for Staff #4, who was past the provisional hire period, did not contain the out-of-state clearances from Texas.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection, Staff # 3 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection, the preschool bathroom sink was not working properly (no running water) and the first toilet was not flushing.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023
Dec 23, 2022Visit1 rule cited
3270.114 Outdoor Activity
“Through record review and staff confirmation, it has been verified that children throughout the facility are not being taken outdoors daily when the weather permits.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
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Oct 12, 2022Inspection12 rules cited
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection, the emergency contact and financial agreement for Child #5 had not been updated at least once in a 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection, peeling paint was observed in the Foxes room under the window, door frame and wall by sink; in the Owls room on the wall by sink and doorframe; in the Chipmunks room on the frames by door and sink; and in the preschool room on the doorframes.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #5 did not contain a completed FBI clearance. The file for Staff #6 and #7 did not contain a completed Child Abuse Clearance. The file for Staff #7 did not contain a completed State Police Clearance. The file for Staff #6 did not contain a completed NSOR clearance. The state police clearance and FBI clearance for Staff #6 were completed two months after the date of hire. The file for Staff #4, #5, and #11 did not contain updated mandated reporter training. The file for Staff #7 did not contain mandated reporter training. The file for Staff #12 contained expired State Police, Child Abuse and FBI clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection, Staff #4, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 did not have the required professional development topics completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #13 did not contain verification of child care experience or education.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection, the refrigerator in the School-age room did not contain a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2022
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“During the renewal inspection, the initial health report was not received within 60 days for Child #3 and Child #5.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022
3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection, the immunization record did not include the influenza vaccine for Child #1, #2, #3 and #4. The file for Child #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include a statement of exemption from immunization written, signed and dated from the child's parent or guardian.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #13 did not contain an initial health assessment or tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection, Staff #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, and #13 did not have certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Staff #1, #2, and #5 had not renewed their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #4 did not contain documentation of annual training regarding the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 19, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff #2, #8, #9, #13, #14, #15, #16, and #17 were observed caring for children unsupervised. Staff #2, #8, #9, #13, #14, #15, #16, and #17 have not completed the pre-service training in pediatric first aid and CPR required prior to caring for children unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
Sep 1, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the inspection, it was verified that on 6/24/22 while taking the children outside, Staff #1 left Child #1 unattended in the kitchen for an unspecified amount of time. Child #1 was unable to get out of the kitchen until found by a parent of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the inspection, it was verified that on 6/24/22 while taking the children outside, Staff #1 left Child #1 unattended in the kitchen for an unspecified amount of time. Child #1 was unable to get out of the kitchen until found by a parent of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the inspection, it was verified that on 6/24/22 while taking the children outside, Staff #1 left Child #1 unattended in the kitchen for an unspecified amount of time. Child #1 was unable to get out of the kitchen until found by a parent of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the inspection, it was verified that on 6/24/22 while taking the children outside, Staff #1 left Child #1 unattended in the kitchen for an unspecified amount of time. Child #1 was unable to get out of the kitchen until found by a parent of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2022
Jul 19, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff persons #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #1 and #2 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff files were reviewed, Staff persons #3 and #4 did complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: Pediatric First Aid/CPR, from a PQAS-approved trainer and PQAS-approved curriculum.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file of facility person #2 , hired 06/23/22, does not contain completed child abuse, FBI fingerprint information or NSOR information required under the CPSL and does not contain a copy of a request for child abuse history clearance, a request for FBI fingerprint clearance or NSOR clearance required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file of facility person #1, hired 06/17/22, does not contain completed FBI fingerprint information or NSOR information required under the CPSL and does not contain a copy of a request for request for FBI fingerprint or NSOR clearances required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed the paint/drywall to be damaged near the garbage can in the back SACC room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“Observed the rock climbing play equipment not to be embedded over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“Observed the refigerator not to have an operable thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2022
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“Observed the toilet to be loose in the bathroom in the front SACC room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022
Oct 8, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #2 included only one nonfamily reference and the file for Staff #3 did not include any nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2021
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During the renewal inspection, the health assessment for Staff #1 was dated 9/11/19 and was no longer valid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2021
3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection, the immunization record did not include the influenza vaccine for Child #1 and Child #2. The file for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include a statement of exemption from immunization written, signed and dated from the child's parent or guardian.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare
Is Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare licensed?
Yes. Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 10, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare care for?
155, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 601-4600 to ask.
What is Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare's phone number?
(570) 601-4600.
Where is Blessed Beginnings Preschool & Childcare?
822 W Central Ave, Williamsport, PA 17702. The nearest other daycare we list is KCE Champions LLC Central Elementary School, 0.2 miles away.