Kindercare Learning Center 300222
6 School Ln, Folcroft, PA
3.3· 35 reviews
Colorful Beginnings
- licensed capacity
- 11
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Colorful Beginnings
Colorful Beginnings is a group home daycare in Folcroft, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 11 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 11 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 11 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Colorful Beginnings has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Colorful Beginnings
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 11 children
- License number
- #CER-00244267
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 10, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Transportation 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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Aug 10, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3280.31(e)(4)(i) Age and training
“During the renewal inspection on 8/10/2026, the file for staff #1 was viewed and during the renewal inspection on 8/10/2026, the file for staff #1 was viewed and staff #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on fille expiring 7/25/24. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file. The date of the most recent certification was 7/25/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3280.171(a) Pick up and drop off points
“During the renewal inspection on 8/10/2026, it was observed that the local traffic safety authorities were not notified in writing annually as required. The last notification was dated 7/2/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“During the renewal inspection on 8/10/2026, the file for child #2 was viewed and the most recent health assessment was not updated within the previous 12-month period. The most recent health assessment was dated 7/9/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2026
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection on 8/10/2026, the files for child #1, child #2, and child #3 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the release persons' addresses.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3280.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 8/10/2026, it was observed that the particle board on the corners of the toy stove, sink, and cabinet in the front room was chipping.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
Aug 11, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 8/14/2025, the files for child #1 and child #2 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form for child #1 did not have the physician's phone number included, and the form for child #2 did not have the physician's address included.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2025
3280.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection on 8/14/2025, the file for child #1 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include written consent signed by a parent for the facility to administer minor first aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2025
3280.124(b)(4)/3280.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection on 8/14/2025, the file for child #1 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include written consent signed by a parent for the facility to administer emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2025
Jun 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“During the allocated unannounced inspection on 6/18/2025, it was observed that Lysol spray and disinfectant wipes were on top of the cubbies near the entryway and it was accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2025
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 6/18/2025 it was observed that there was chipped paint on the living room wall near the steps.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2025
Jul 8, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3280.31(e)(4)(i)/3280.31(f)(10) Age and training/Age and training
“During renewal inspection on 7/8/2024, Certification representative reviewed staff person #2, and staff person #3 files. Staff person #2 had an invalid CPR certificate from the CPR International Institute which is an online only course and is not an acceptable PQAS certified trainer. Staff person #3 did not have verification of the completion of Pediatric CPR/First Aid Training. (See code sheet for start dates)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3280.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative observed that the rugs in the front main room were not secure to the floor and they were a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3280.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative observed child #1 exiting the basement area and he was left unsupervised when staff #1 came upstairs to meet with Certification Representative.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2024
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative viewed the files for child #2 and child #3 and the Emergency Contact Form for each child did not have the Health Insurance Carrier and the insurance policy number listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for child #4 and the Emergency Contact Form and the Financial Agreement had not been updated as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3280.192(5) Two written references
“During renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for staff #3 and the file did not contain two written non-family references.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3280.26(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative observed that the facility Emergency Plan did not have accommodations for children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3280.108(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“During the renewal inspection on 7/8/2024 Certification Representative observed that the shelves and cubbies in the front main room and the upstairs room were not secure to the floor or the wall and they were a tipping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
Aug 14, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3280.131(a) Health Information
“During the renewal inspection on 8/31/2023, the files for children #1 and 5 did not contain a copy of a physical examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2023
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“During the renewal inspection on 8/31/2023, there was not a posting of the regulations or how to access them, nor how to contact the Regional office.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2023
3280.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During the renewal inspection on 8/31/2023, the file for child #4 was reviewed. The physical examination did not contain a statement that the child was able to participate in child care and appeared to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2023
3280.124(b)(5)/3280.124(b)(6) Information re: special needs/Insurance coverage information
“During renewal inspection on 8/31/2023, the review of the file for child # 4 did not include information on the Emergency contact form about the child's health insurance provider and policy number. There was no information provided about the child having any special needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2023
3280.192(6) Content of Records
“During the renewal inspection on 8/31/2023, the file for staff #1 did not contain documentation of any annual training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2023
Mar 20, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3280.20 General Health and Safety
“During the initial inspection the Certification Rep requested to view the emergency plan, The provider did not include her plan for continuity of care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2023
3280.20 General Health and Safety
“During the initial inspection the rep requested to see the complete file of staff 1 and observed that the one-hour health and safety training was missing.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2023
3280.26(a)(1)/3280.26(a)(5) Emergency plan/Emergency plan
“During the initial inspection the Certification Rep requested to review the emergency plan and observed that the plan did not include a section for shelter/lock, accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with disabilities.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Colorful Beginnings
Is Colorful Beginnings licensed?
Yes. Colorful Beginnings is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Colorful Beginnings last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 10, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Colorful Beginnings had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 Colorful Beginnings care for?
11, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Colorful Beginnings accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Colorful Beginnings' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Colorful Beginnings cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 616-7839 to ask.
What is Colorful Beginnings' phone number?
(610) 616-7839.
Where is Colorful Beginnings?
Folcroft, PA 19032. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.