Bright Beginnings Child Dev Center
98 S Clover Ln, Harrisburg, PA
4.7· 13 reviews
Inspire Early Education
- licensed capacity
- 85
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Inspire Early Education
Inspire Early Education is a child care center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 85 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 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
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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 | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Inspire Early Education
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 85 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00247773
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 29, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 6 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Background checks 2
- 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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May 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that Staff Person #1 had a Child Abuse clearance on file dated 3/10/26 after the first day caring for children dated 3/9/26. Staff persons must have all CPSL required clearances prior to the first day caring for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026
May 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that Staff Person #1 had a Child Abuse clearance on file dated 3/10/26 after the first day caring for children dated 3/9/26. Staff persons must have all CPSL required clearances prior to the first day caring for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026
Oct 7, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“Staff person #1 did not obtain an updated NSOR Certificate within 60-months. The previous NSOR Certificate on file is dated 1/20/2020, and the current NSOR Certificate on file is dated 4/22/25.”
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“It was observed that there was a spot of peeling paint on the left wall in the Pre-K 4-5-year old room. CORRECTED ON SITE WITH TAPE.”
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that the ceiling vents were dirty in the 1-year-old classroom, and 2-year-old classroom. It ws observed that the wall vent in the summer/SACC room was dirty.”
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff person #1 did not obtain an updated health assessment within 24-months. The previous health assessment on file is dated 2/20/22 and the current health assessment is dated 3/18/24.”
Oct 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“It was observed on 10/31/2024 in the 2's classroom small pieces of chalk, crayons and marker lids are accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
Oct 31, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“It was observed in the Young Preschool, Preschool and Toddler classrooms that there was not a handwashing sign posted at each toilet and sink in the classroom bathrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2023
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“It was observed in the Gross Motor space and the Infant classroom that the telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted by each telephone in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2023
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“It was observed in the gross motor space that there was not a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed conspicuously in the child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2023
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“It was observed that there was not a written plan of daily activities posted in the gross motor space.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“It was observed in the PreK classroom that there was not a hands-free, lidded trash can in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2023
- Mar 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 15, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“Staff:Child ratio was observed to be in non-complaince on 1/24/2023. It was observed in the Toddler classroom that Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were in a classroom with 5 one-year-old children and 7 two-year-old children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Inspire Early Education
Is Inspire Early Education licensed?
Yes. Inspire Early Education is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Inspire Early Education last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 29, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Inspire Early Education had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Inspire Early Education care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Inspire Early Education accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Inspire Early Education's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Inspire Early Education cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 583-0300 to ask.
What is Inspire Early Education's phone number?
(717) 583-0300.
Where is Inspire Early Education?
391 Schaffner Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17112. The nearest other daycare we list is Inspire Early Education, 0.9 miles away.