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Early Beginnings IV
- licensed capacity
- 27
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Early Beginnings IV
Early Beginnings IV is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 27 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 3 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
- 27 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 5:00 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 | 27 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Early Beginnings IV
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 27 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00251122
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 7, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Safety and hazards 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Background checks 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Jan 7, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 Staff 1 had child abuse clearances dated 12/30/20, and 1/6/26, which is more than 60 months between clearance dates. It was reported that Staff 1 worked as staff on 12/31/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 the facility emergency plan letter to the parents did not note the facility's lock down procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 Staff 2 did not have initial emergency plan training with the role of being staff within 90 days of the their date of hire as staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 Staff 2 did not have a disclosure statement with the purpose of Child care employment. Staff 2 signed, dated and had a witness signature on a disclosure statement on 1/7/26, but this is after their first day with children as staff. (See LIS code sheet for first day with children as staff)”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2026
3270.70(a) 65º F minimum
“During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 the indoor temperature in the infant room and toddler room measured at 61° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2026
Jan 7, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 Staff 1 had child abuse clearances dated 12/30/20, and 1/6/26, which is more than 60 months between clearance dates. It was reported that Staff 1 worked as staff on 12/31/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 the facility emergency plan letter to the parents did not note the facility's lock down procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 Staff 2 did not have initial emergency plan training with the role of being staff within 90 days of the their date of hire as staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 Staff 2 did not have a disclosure statement with the purpose of Child care employment. Staff 2 signed, dated and had a witness signature on a disclosure statement on 1/7/26, but this is after their first day with children as staff. (See LIS code sheet for first day with children as staff)”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2026
3270.70(a) 65º F minimum
“During a renewal inspection on 1/7/26 the indoor temperature in the infant room and toddler room measured at 61° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2026
Mar 10, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.121(b) Given parents in writing
“During a renewal inspection on 3/10/25 Cert rep noted that parents are not provided information regarding the supervision policy or daily schedule at the time of enrollment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During a renewal inspection on 3/10/25 Cert rep observed plastic bags and gloves on the changing table in the Infant room. These would be accessible to children being changed. The children who would be in this room may still be putting things in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2025
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“During a renewal inspection on 3/10/25 Cert rep observed the Infant room did not have a first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During a renewal inspection on 3/10/25 Cert rep noted more than 30 days since the previous fire detection test dated 1/17/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During renewal inspection 3/10/25-4/16/25 Child 1 did not have the father's work phone on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2025
3270.111(b)/3270.124(e) Posted in group space/Written emergency plan posted
“During a renewal inspection on 3/10/25 Cert rep observed that the facility's daily schedule and emergency medical transportation plan was not post in any of the child care rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2025
Sep 26, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The operator has not been testing the facility's fire detection system.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“There was a ride on toy in the outdoor play space which was cracked.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2024
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“Hot water temperature in the sink next to the diaper changing table measured 114° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There was a small area of peeling paint on one wall in the second floor room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 26, 2024
- Apr 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Early Beginnings IV
Is Early Beginnings IV licensed?
Yes. Early Beginnings IV is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Early Beginnings IV last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on January 7, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Early Beginnings IV had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 IV care for?
27, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Early Beginnings IV accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Early Beginnings IV's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Early Beginnings IV cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 780-8671 to ask.
What is Early Beginnings IV's phone number?
(610) 780-8671.
Where is Early Beginnings IV?
947 Amity St, Reading, PA 19604. The nearest other daycare we list is Early Beginnings, under 0.1 miles away.