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131 N 6th St, Reading, PA
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Early Beginnings II
- licensed capacity
- 53
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Early Beginnings II
Early Beginnings II is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 53 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 53 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 53 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Early Beginnings II has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Early Beginnings II
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 53 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00251978
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 4, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Background checks 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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Feb 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Staff #1 and #2 did not update their fire safety training annually as evidenced by a previous fire safety training dated 11/24/25 and a current dated 1/05/26 for staff #1 and a previous fire safety training dated 1/2/25 and a current dated 1/6/26 for staff #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026
- Feb 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“In the downstairs sink by the diaper changing area, the water temperature measured at 113 degrees. In the downstairs childcare area, the standalone sink's temperature measured at 111 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
Aug 28, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During unannounced monitoring conducted 8/28/2024, FBI clearances on file for staff person #1 are dated 6/16/2019 and 6/21/2024, which is past 60 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During unannounced monitoring conducted 8/28/2024, staff person #2's pediatric first-aid/CPR certificate expired on 4/14/2023 and was not renewed until 2/3/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2024
Feb 12, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“As of the renewal inspection on 2/12/24, the letter provided to parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include information on lockdown, or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs or chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2024
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“As of the renewal inspection on 2/12/24, the health assessment for staff #1 stated that there was a communicable disease with no further explanation.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.131(a) Health information
“Child #1 did not have an initial health assessment on file within 60 days following the first day of attendance. The health assessment on file was dated 9/23/23 (see code sheet for start date).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2024
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“During the renewal inspection on 2/12/24, children and staff went to the table for lunch without washing hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2024
Feb 13, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“As of the renewal inspection on 2/13/23, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2023
3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“As of the renewal inspection on 2/13/23, the health assessment for child #2 indicated that the child had not received any vaccines but there was no exemption letter on file from the child's parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“As of the renewal inspection on 2/13/23, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2023
- Jul 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Early Beginnings II
Is Early Beginnings II licensed?
Yes. Early Beginnings II is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Early Beginnings II last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 4, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Early Beginnings II had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Early Beginnings II care for?
53, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Early Beginnings II accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Early Beginnings II's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Early Beginnings II cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 374-8686 to ask.
What is Early Beginnings II's phone number?
(610) 374-8686.
Where is Early Beginnings II?
13 S 4th St # 15, Reading, PA 19602. The nearest other daycare we list is My First Path in Life Child Care, 0.1 miles away.