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Littlestown, PA 17340 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Budding Minds Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 16
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Budding Minds Learning Center
Budding Minds Learning Center is a child care center in Littlestown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 16 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 16 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Staff | Owner has worked in childcare for over 5 years |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 16 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Budding Minds Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 16 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00258169
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 17, 2026: 15 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 20 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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, 2026Inspection15 rules cited
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The service agreements for children #3, #4, and #5 does not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact for child #4 does not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contacts for children #1, #2, #3 and #4 do not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact for child #4 does not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contacts for children #1, #2, and #4 does not include address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“It was observed that children's hands were not washed before eating lunch.”
3270.134(b) Towels labeled and laundered
“It was observed that only one cloth towel was provided in the bathroom for all children to use when drying their hands after handwashing.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2026
3270.165 Menus
“It was observed at the time of inspection that the menu was not posted at least 1 week in advance or provided to each family.”
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Fire drills have not been conducted at least once every 60 days. No fire drills have been documented to have occurred.”
3270.121(a) Review policies and procedures
“The operator does not provide each parent at the time of application, a supervision policy and dismissal policy in writing.”
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“It was observed that a crib was not labeled for the use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“It was observed in the bathroom used by children that no handwashing signs were posted at the toilet or sink.”
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed in the infant area, an infant swing power cord was not secured and accessible to children.”
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“It was observed that the hot water temperature accessible to children exceeded a temperature of 110° F. Temperature water was measured at 115° F.”
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed in the hallway leading to the bathroom and back entry door, Wet Jet Swiffer pads were stored on a low shelf and accessible to children. It was also observed at the kitchenette area, Magic Erasers and sanitizing spray were placed on the counter and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2026
Jan 13, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plans, it was found that the facility plans for Continuity of Operations was missing specific details regarding any alternate use site and staffing, required documentation retention and financial plans.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Upon inspection of the first aid kits located in each of the three childcare spaces, it was found that each was missing soap and scissors.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of staff person files, it was found that the health assessment on file for Staff Person #1 was dated 9.28.21 and therefore expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2026
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plans, it was found to be missing specifics related to accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“Upon inspection of the required documents on file at the facility, it was found that a copy of a valid comprehensive general liability insurance coverage was not available.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
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FAQ
Questions about Budding Minds Learning Center
Is Budding Minds Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Budding Minds Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Budding Minds Learning 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 15 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Budding Minds Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Budding Minds Learning Center care for?
16, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Budding Minds Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Budding Minds Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Budding Minds Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 345-6177 to ask.
What is Budding Minds Learning Center's phone number?
(717) 345-6177.
Where is Budding Minds Learning Center?
340 Lumber St Suite C, Littlestown, PA 17340. The nearest other daycare we list is Childcare Unlimited, 0.5 miles away.