Inspire Early Education
391 Schaffner Dr, Harrisburg, PA
Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center
- licensed capacity
- 92
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center
Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center is a child care center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 92 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, pre-k and preschool.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 92 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks-12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | Military Discount: GSA Funding; Employee Discount: 50% (only one applies) |
| Licensed capacity | 92 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 92 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00252490
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 9 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Food and nutrition 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safe sleep 1
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 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 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 30, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that there were water-stained ceiling tiles in multiple locations throughout the facility, including the administrative office, the hallway midway adjacent to the restroom, and the YPS room. Specifically, one ceiling tile by the window in the YPS exhibited saturation (water stain) measuring approximately 12 inches in length by 5 inches in width, and a second ceiling tile displayed a water stain measuring approximately 5 inches in length by 3 inches in width. There were multiple ceiling tiles that had sustained water damage and require replacement.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2026
Feb 12, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“Observed a lunchbox in the school age classroom with potentially hazardous food (including yogurt and fresh strawberries) brought from the child's home which was not placed in the refrigerator.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed bottles in the infant room refrigerator which were not labeled with the child's name for whom they are intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“Observed prescription medication for child #1 in the PreK classroom which was in a container that did not identify the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Observed 2 infants sleeping in cribs in the infant classroom which did not have 2 feet of space on three sides while the crib was in use. Observed 2 cots in the PreK classroom which did not have 2 feet of space on three sides while in use: the cots were placed with one side next to a shelf; the head/foot of the cot was against a wall, and a table was in-between them.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed staff person #1 use a wipe to clean the hands of a young toddler in lieu of washing their hands prior to serving them their lunch in the infant classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
Oct 1, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The current Child Abuse clearance for staff person #1 was dated 07/16/2025 with the previous clearance dated 07/14/2020. Documentation of staff person #1 being removed from a child care position until the clearance results were received was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed bottles in the infant classroom which were not labeled with the child's name. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025
3270.66(b) Original container
“Observed a refillable spray bottle in the older preschool classroom which did not specify the contents of the bottle. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025
- Sep 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 30, 2025Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 04/17/2025, the Older Toddler / Young Preschool classroom were outside on the playground. While bringing the classroom inside, staff person #1 and #2 left child #1 alone on the playground. Staff person #1 and #2 did not complete a face to name check while lining up or after arriving to the classroom to ensure they had all of the children in their care. Child #1 was left alone on the playground for approximately 7 - 8 minutes until it was discovered that they were not with their group and staff person #3 went outside to find him and bring them back to the classroom. During this time, staff person #1 and #2 were unaware that child #1 was missing.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2025
Feb 24, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“Observed preschool and school age children playing on embedded outdoor equipment which had less than 9" of mulch in the fall zone areas as recommended by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.102(e) Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch
“Observed mulch under 1 inch in diameter along the fence between the older toddler and preschool playgrounds. The mulch from the preschool playground shifted into the edge of the toddler playground area. Observed stones under 1 inch in diameter along the fence located in the young toddler playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for child #1 included a health report which was not updated at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child (see LIS code sheet). The current health report on file is dated 08/20/2024 with the previous dated 07/17/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a wall to the left of the door leading into the toddler classroom from the young toddler playground with cracked, jagged, rough edges in the cement.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
Feb 6, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
3270.133(4) Locked
“Observed prescription medication being stored in the excursion backpack located in the school-age classroom which was not stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of reach of children. The backpack was hanging on the side of a cabinet which could be easily reached by the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a cracked plastic bin for storing toys located next to the shed in the black top fenced in playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.72(c) Good repair
“Observed a hole in the screen on the window located in the Older Preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed bolts on the gate located in the older toddler playground which were facing into the playground creating a visible hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2024
3270.163(a)(2) Protein
“Lunch prepared at the faciilty on 02/06/2024, did not include at least one protein; the lunch served consisted of pasta with tomato sauce, green beans, blueberries and milk.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The annual emergency drill was not conducted within 12 months of the previous drill. The most recent drill was conducted on 07/13/2023 with the previous drill conducted on 06/10/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling paint on the siding of the building next to the PreK window. The side of the building was located along the side of the young toddler playground. Observed peeling paint/paster on the wall under the window located in the school classroom. Observed peeling paint on the trim next to the climbing wall located in the young PreK classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2024
Mar 30, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.177(b) During boarding and exiting
“At 3:45 pm, observed staff person #1 return to the facility in the Mini Bus owned by the facility. Observed 3 school age children exit the vehicle while staff person #1 remained inside the vehicle. Staff person #1 then closed the passenger side door and exited the vehicle from the driver side. An adult was not present outside the vehicle to supervise the children while they exited the vehicle.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At approximately 3:50 pm, observed staff person #1 with a group of 3 school age children. One child was using the bathroom in the front office and one child was using the bathroom in the hallway. The third child was in the hallway with staff person #1. During this time, staff person #1 was unable to supervise the child that was using the restroom located in the office.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023
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Feb 23, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The director did not ensure a minimum of one evaluation was completed every 12 months for staff person #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5. The current evaluation for staff person #1 was completed on 11/14/2022 with the previous evaluation completed on 10/13/2021. The current evaluation for staff person #2 was completed on 11/15/2022 with the previous evaluation completed on 10/12/2021. The current evaluation for staff person #3 was completed on 11/14/2022 with the previous evaluation completed on 10/07/2021. The current evaluation for staff person #4 was completed on 11/14/2022 with the previous evaluation completed on 10/15/2021. The current evaluation for staff person #5 was completed on 01/05/2023 with the previous evaluation completed on 12/08/2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #1 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 2nd dose of DTap, a 2nd dose of PCV13, a 2nd dose of Rotavirus, at 2nd dose of Hib and a 2nd dose of Polio immunizations. The file for child #2 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a Hep A immunization. The file for child #3 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a current influenza immunization.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2023
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“The children in the school-age room use hand sanitizer in lieu of hand washing after school before eating their snack.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #1, hired prior to 12/19/2020, lacked an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training between 12/19/2021 - 12/19/2022. 9 hours of annual training were documented.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2023
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The parent of child #1 did not receive the original agreement. The original agreement was in the child's file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2023
May 12, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The file for staff person #1 included Health & Safety Basics: Requirements for Certification which was completed prior to 09/30/2016. The training on file was completed on 09/05/2016. Staff person #1 who has not completed the Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality prior to 04/29/2022, was observed working unsupervised by another staff person in the Young Toddler Classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2022
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Observed the operator did not ensure a test of the Fire Detection System was completed at least once every 30 days between March - April; a test of the fire detection system was documented on 03/03/2022 and 04/27/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2022
Mar 3, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Observed the operator did not maintain documentation of proof of purchase for the interconnected fire detection system in the main building or the battery operated smoke detector in the school-age building.”
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The files for staff person #1 and #2 did not include verification of education and experience prior to service at the facility to qualify as aides.”
3270.133(4) Locked
“Observed diaper creams stored on the bottom shelf of the diaper changing station located in the older toddler/young preschool classroom which were accessible to children. The doors on the cabinet of the changing station were not locked.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2022
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #1, a 12-month-old, included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked an influenza immunization.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2022
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health reports for child #2 and #3 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During naptime, observed chairs stacked along the wall behind the door in the older preschool classroom which created an obstruction and prevented the door from opening completely.”
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed cleaning supplies - including sanitizing spray on the counter located in the older preschool classroom which were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The files for staff person #4 and #5 hired provisionally, included documentation of fingerprinting after their initial start date working with children. The file for staff person #4 included a receipt for fingerprinting completed on 02/07/2022 and the results of the FBI clearance dated 02/08/2022. The file for staff person #5 included a receipt for fingerprinting completed on 02/07/2022 and the results of the FBI clearance dated 02/07/2022.”
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed compact cribs in the infant classroom with full size crib sheets on the mattesses in lieu of crib sheets intended for a compact crib mattress. The crib sheets, which were too big for the mattress, created access material which creates a potential suffocation hazard.”
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for staff person #3 included Pediatric first-aid & CPR training which was not completed within 90 days of hire; the training was completed on 01/19/2022.”
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center
Is Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center licensed?
Yes. Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 6 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center care for?
92, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 671-8810 to ask.
What is Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center's phone number?
(717) 671-8810.
Where is Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center?
98 S Clover Ln, Harrisburg, PA 17112. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA SACC West Hanover, 0.4 miles away.