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Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care

903 N 8th St, Reading, PA 196043.3· 56 reviews
licensed capacity
192
open each week
5 days

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About Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care

Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 192 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 10:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 51 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 10:30 PM

Ages served: school-age children

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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
192 children

Hours

Hours

Monday5:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Tuesday5:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Wednesday5:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Thursday5:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Friday5:00 AM to 10:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
Daily lifePotty training: Teachers begin potty training in cooperation with parents (Older Toddler room)
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity192 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
192 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00256625
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 16, 2026: 18 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 51 rules in all · 49 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 11
  • Safety and hazards 11
  • Staff training and qualifications 10
  • Records and paperwork 9
  • Building, equipment and play areas 6
  • Background checks 2
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 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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  1. Mar 16, 2026Inspection18 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(c)/3270.131(d)(7) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP/Free from contagious/communicable disease

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/16/26-3/23/26 Child 1's health report dated 3/2/26 was not signed by the physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP and did not include a statement that the child was is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/16/26-3/23/26 Cert rep observed the facility's emergency medical transportation plan was not present in the vans, nor was it in the binders taken with staff during transportation. It was reported this plan was not otherwise taken with staff when staff left the facility with children for transportation or other excursions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/16/26 Cert rep observed peeling paint the wood fencing in multiple places around outdoor playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/16/26 Cert rep observed wipes labeled "keep bag out of reach of children to prevent choking" in the accessible drawers of the toddler area of the upper Level Front room, and the accessible shelves of the infant area of the upper Level Front room. The children with access to these areas are infants and toddlers who may be still putting things in their mouths.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

      “Duringa renewal inspection on 3/16/26 Cert rep observed the following: Staff 3 and Staff 9 were present in the Lower Level Back Room with 23 children who were napping or on their cots (8 older toddlers, and 15 preschool children). Staff 3 named and identified 8 children(older toddlers) as being in their assigned group. Staff 9 named and identified 14 children(preschool) as being in their assigned group. When Cert rep asked about the un-named child, Cert rep was told the child was in Staff 8's group, but Staff 8 was in the bathroom with another child. Cert rep went to the bathroom which was outside of the lower level back room, and asked Staff 8 who was in their group. Staff 8 named and identified the child who was present with her(older toddler) and the child who was in Lower Level Back room. Cert rep observed that from the bathroom, Staff 8 was not physically present with one of the children in their assigned group and was not able to see, hear, direct or assess that child from the bathroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “During a renewal inspection 3/16/26-3/23/26 Staff person 4 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR. This is evidenced by Pediatric First Aid and CPR training dated 1/21/26 in the staffs file. Staff 4 was reported to have worked as Staff between their 90th day of hire and 1/21/26.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.111(b) Posted in group space

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/16/26 Cert rep observed that the Lower level Back room did not have the daily schedule posted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “During a renewal inspection dated 3/16/26-3/23/26 Staff 6 had fire safety training dated 11/18/25, which is more than 12 months after their date of hire. See LIS code sheet for DOH.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “During a renewal inspection 3/16/26-3/23/26 the facility did not have a written policy which addressed the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76/3270.102(a) Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/16/26 Cert rep observed splintering wood on the wood fencing on the right side of the inside fencing around outdoor playground. The splintering wood created rough edges on the fencing, and was a visible hazard due to being easily picked off.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.35(b) Group sup qualifications

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/16/26-3/23/26 Staff 6 had a high school diploma and 9093 hours of experience working with children, and Staff 7 had a high school diploma and 215 hours of experience working with children on file. It was reported the Staff 6 and Staff 7 did not obtain bachelor's or associate's degree. Staff 6 and 7 have been working as group supervisors.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(b)(2)/3270.192(2)(iv) Bachelor's, 30 credits + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/16/26-3/23/26 staff 3 had a bachelor's degree in modern language and 10911 hours of experience working with children on file. Staff 3 did not have transcripts on file to determine if Staff 3 had 30 credits in Human Services. It was reported that the copy of Staff 3's transcripts were sent for evaluation to determine the United States equivalence of the credits.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “During renewal inspection on 3/16/26-3/23/26 there was more than 30 days between fire detection testing on the following incidents: 5/16/25-6/16/25, 7/16/25-9/15/25, and 11/14/25-1/14/26. Cert rep notes there was Fire detection testing noted on the log for 8/16/25, and 12/14/25, however after discussion with the legal entity it was determined this was not the accurate date of the testing because the legal entity had written the wrong date. The legal entity was unable to provide other documentation which show when this testing took place.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/16/26-3/23/26 the hypothetical location of the fire was the same("Rooms 1,2, 3, inf") for consecutive fire drills 11/14/25, 12/14/25 and 1/14/26. Cert rep notes there was Fire drills noted on the log for 12/14/25, which is a weekend day when care is not provided. When Cert rep questioned this the legal entity reported the drill did take place however the date was not written down correctly. The legal entity was unable to provide other documentation which show when these fire drills took place, therefore the documented drill on 12/14/25 is not valid.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/16/26-3/23/26 there was more than 60 days between fire drills on the following incidents: 7/16/25-9/15/25, and 11/14/25-1/14/26. Cert rep notes there was Fire drills noted on the log for 8/16/25, and 12/14/25, which are weekends when care is not provided. When Cert rep questioned this the legal entity reported the drills did take place however the dates were not written down correctly. The legal entity was unable to provide other documentation which show when these fire drills took place, therefore these documented drills on 8/16/25 and 12/14/25 are not valid.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During a renewal inspection 3/16/26-3/23/26 the following violations of the CPSL were noted: Staff 1 had PSP clearances dated 7/1/20 and 8/15/25, and Child abuse clearances 7/6/20, and 8/23/25. This is more than 60 months between clearance dates. Staff 1 worked as Staff 7/11/25-7/24/25, 7/30/25-8/1/25, and 8/5/25-8/23/25. Staff 2 had PSP clearances dated 7/1/20 and 8/15/25, and NSOR clearances dated 8/5/20 and 8/21/25. This is more than 60 months between clearance dates. Staff 2 worked as Staff 7/11/25-7/24/25, 7/30/25-8/1/25, and 8/5/25-8/21/25. Staff 5 had a PSP request dated 7/29/25, but did not have a PSP clearance on file and it is beyond Staff 5's 45 day provisional hire window. Staff 5 was observed to be present at the facility around children on 3/13/26.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “During renewal inspection on 3/16/26-3/23/26 Staff 1 had 1 reference in their staff file and Staff 2 had 0 references written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Staff 2 had 1 written, references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person, however it was determined that the person whom wrote the reference was Staff 2's spouse, and therefore can not count as a non-family reference.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.134(a) Child's hands washed

      “During renewal inspection on 3/16/26 Cert rep observed the School aged children eating snack. The school age children reported to Cert rep at this time that they did not wash their hands before their afternoon snack.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2026

  2. May 2, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Continued Non-compliance: During a renewal inspection on 3/14/25 cert rep observed the following cleaners and toxics in accessible locations at the facility: Sanitizing cleaners and diaper creams (labeled keep out of reach of children) in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table in the infant side of the Upper level 1, and Clorox cleaning wipes on an accessible shelf next to the bathrooms of Upper level 2. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 3/14/25. On 5/2/25 an unannounced inspection was conducted. Cert rep observed Sanitizing cleaners and diaper creams (labeled keep out of reach of children) in an unlocked accessible cabinet under the changing table in the infant side of the Upper level 1”

      Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.121(b) Given parents in writing

      “Continued Non-compliance: During a renewal inspection on 3/19/25 Cert rep noted parents were not being provided with information regarding hours for which care is provided, and night care policies at the time of enrollment. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 4/30/25. On 5/2/25 an unannounced inspection was conducted. Cert rep noted parents were not being provided with information regarding night care policies at the time of enrollment. Parents are now being given information regarding the hours for which care is provided.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025

  3. Mar 14, 2025Inspection23 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “During a renewal inspection 3/19/25 Cert rep noted more than 6 months between emergency contact reviews for the following Children: Child 2 (1/19/24, and 10/30/24), Child 6 (1/29/24 and 10/28/24), Child 9 (12/19/23 and 11/12/24), and Child 10 (2/12/24 and 11/14/24). Cert rep noted more than 6 months between financial agreement reviews for the following Children: Child 2 (most recent 1/19/24), Child 6 (8/21/23 and 10/25/24), Child 9 (12/19/23 and 11/12/24), and Child 10 (2/12/24 and 11/14/24).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/14/25 cert rep observed a plastic bag in a child's cubie in the toddler section of the Upper level 1. The cubie was accessible to children and children in this room may still be placing objects in their mouths.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.131(b)(1) Health information/Infant: updated health report every 6 months

      “During renewal inspection 3/19/25 Cert rep noted Child 2's health assessment (dated 5/1/24) was not received within 60 days of the child's date of enrollment (see LIS code sheet). Child 6's Health assessment (dated 7/19/24) has not been updated within the past 6 months. Child 6 is a young toddler (see LIS code sheet).”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/19/25 Child 4's immunization record showed the Child did not have the 2nd of the following vaccines in accordance with the ACIP schedule: Rotavirus, DTaP, Hib, Pneumococcal, and polio. Child 6's immunization record showed the Child did not have the first dose of the following vaccines in accordance with the ACIP schedule: MMR, Hepatitis A, and Varicella. Neither Child 4 nor Child 6 had an exemption letter on file(see LIS code sheet for DOBs).”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/14/25-3/19/25 Cert rep noted Staff 5, 6, and 7 did not recieve emergency plan training within 90 days of their date of hire(See LIS code sheet). This is evidenced by initial emergency plan trainings dated 10/20/24, 1/2/25, and 1/10/25 respectively.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/14/25-3/19/25 Cert rep noted Staff 4 had one Staff evaluation for review dated 2/18/25. This is more than 12 months since her date of hire(See LIS code sheet).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.35(b) Group sup qualifications

      “During a renewal inspection 3/14/25-3/19/25 Cert rep noted Staff 8 does not meet the qualifications for a group supervisor. Staff 8 has 12 years of childcare experience, a high school diploma, and CDA on file. Staff reported not having an associate degree or bachelor's degree. Staff 8 has been working as a group supervisor.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.37(b)(1)/3270.37(b)(3) HS/GED/8th grade + 2 yrs

      “During a renewal inspection 3/14/25-3/19/25 Cert rep noted Staff 2 had 7 years of child care experience and a transcript for a school in Mexico on file that was not translated with the U.S Equivalence. It's unclear if this education would be equivalent to completion of 8th grade education. Staff 7 had 1.246 years (1558 hours) of childcare experience and no proof of education on file. Staff 7 reported having graduated from high school. Staff 2 and 7 have been working has Aides.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/14/25 Cert rep observed a potted Peace Lilly on the floor of the school aged area of Upper level 1. This plant is toxic to humans and would be accessible to children in this childcare space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/14/25 cert rep observed the following cleaners and toxics in accessible locations at the facility: Sanitizing cleaners and diaper creams (labeled keep out of reach of children) in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table in the infant side of the Upper level 1, and Clorox cleaning wipes on an accessible shelf next to the bathrooms of Upper level 2.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76/3270.102(a) Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/14/25 Cert rep observed the carpeting in the outdoor PlaySpace was loose and raised, creating a tripping hazard. Cert rep observed tears in the children's seats of the white Ford E250, and a cracked mirror with sharp edges in the toddler section of Upper level 2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “During renewal inspection on 3/14/25 Cert rep observed the door to an area where children are receiving care to be locked. This door was the only exit from this space and this lock obstructed this exit”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.111(b) Posted in group space

      “During a Renewal inspection on 3/14/25 Cert rep observed the Lower Level Room 1 did not have a daily schedule posted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.121(b) Given parents in writing

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/19/25 Cert rep noted parents were not being provided with information regarding hours for which care is provided, and night care policies at the time of enrollment.”
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(6) Signed /Admission date

      “During renewal inspection 3/19/25 Cert rep noted Child 2's fee agreement was not signed by the operator.Child 2's fee agreement did not have the child's date of admission.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid

      “During renewal inspection 3/19/25 Children 2, 3 and 4 did not have the date which the fee is to be paid on the fee agreement.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “During renewal inspection 3/19/25 Cert rep noted Children 1-10 did not have the services to be provided listed on the fee agreements. Child 10 had one Child service report in the file which was not dated. Staff reported child service reports were being completed once annually.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.178 Transportation First Aid Kit

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/14/25 Cert rep observed the White Ford E250 which is used to transport children did not have a first aid kit in it.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

      “During a renewal inspection 3/14/25-3/19/25 Cert rep noted Staff 4 had an initial Health assessment and TB test dated 2/6/24, and Staff 2 had an initial TB test dated 10/17/24. These are after their dates of hire(See LIS code sheet). Staff 1 had health assessments dated 12/3/22 and 2/18/25, and Staff 3 had health assessments dated 10/19/22 and 12/11/24. This is more than 24 months between health assessments.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “During renewal inspection 3/19/25 Cert rep noted Children 1, 2, 5, 6, and 7's emergency contact forms did not have the parent's home and work phone numbers and addresses. Child 3's emergency contact form did not have the parent's work address.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete

      “During renewal inspection 3/19/25 Cert rep noted Child 8 had a school physical which did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease or statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted. Child 8 is not a school aged child(see LIS code sheet).”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/14/25 Cert Rep noted 7 incidents where the fire detection testing was more than 30 days: 2/28/24-3/30/24, 5/20/24-6/20/24, 6/20/24-7/22/24, 8/20/24-9/36/24, 10/25/24-11/26/24, 12/26/24-1/26/25, and 1/26/25-2/26/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations

      “During a renewal inspection on 3/14/25 Cert rep noted the hypothetical location of the fire was "Rooms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5" for consecutive fire drills 5/20/24, and 6/20/24 and hypothetical location of fire was "Rooms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5" for consecutive fire drills 12/26/24, 1/26/25, and 2/26/25."”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2025

  4. Mar 20, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned

      “On 3/20/2024, the diaper changing pad used for diapering in the infant area was ripped with foam exposed. The diaper changing pad could not be completely sanitized properly.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP

      “On 3/27/2024, the initial health report on file for Child #3 was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The report also did not include the individual's professional title. See LIS code sheet.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 12, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “On 3/20/2024, several areas of the fence on the outdoor playground had cracked wood with sharp edges exposed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “On 3/20/2024, it was discovered that Staff #8 has resided in New Jersey during the previous five years. Staff #8 did not have the completed request for the required New Jersey child abuse clearance on file. See LIS code sheet.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “On 3/20/2024, the following staff all had current certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on file. However, Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 renewed their certification on 9/22/2023. The previous certification on file for Staff #1, #2 and #3 expired on 7/31/2023. Staff #4, #5, #6, #7 all renewed their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on 2/24/2024. The previous certification on file for Staff #4, #5, #6 and #7 expired on 1/31/2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record

      “On 3/27/2024, Child #1 and Child #2 had current health reports with verification that the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. However, the current health reports and current immunizations reports were not provided within 60 days of the child's first day of attendance. The health and immunization reports were received on 2/21/2024 for Child #1 and 1/9/2024 for Child #2. See LIS code sheet.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “On 3/27/2024, the emergency contact information and financial agreement for Child #2 had not been signed by the parent to review and update during the previous 6 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “On 3/20/2024, Staff #6 had a current health assessment on file dated 3/8/2024. However, the previous health assessment on file for Staff #6 was dated 2/10/2022.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2024

  5. Mar 28, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Staff persons #1 and #2 have not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter trainings on file being dated as follows: 10/25/2017 for Staff #1 and 6/21/2017 for Staff #2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): The required pre-service health and safety training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “During the review of child files on 3/28/2023 and 3/31/2023, the following was observed: The most recent health report on file for Child #1, a young toddler was dated 5/10/2022, The most recent health report on file for Child #2, a young toddler was dated 6/14/2022, and the most recent health report on file for Child #3, a preschool child was dated 1/27/2022.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “On 3/28/2023 and 3/31/2023, the files for Child #3, Child #4, Child #5 and Child #6 did not have documentation of the up-to-date annual influenza immunization as recommended by the ACIP. The files for Child#3, Child #4, Child #5 and Child #6 did not include an exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief written, signed and dated statement by the child's parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “On 3/28/2023, the most recent health assessment on file for Staff #2 was dated 3/15/2021. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff #4 was dated 3/8/2021.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the Renewal Inspection on 3/28/2023, one of the wooden fence posts on the outdoor playground had a piece hanging off of it causing sharp edges to be exposed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2023

  6. Aug 25, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): The required pre-service health and safety training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2022

  7. Mar 23, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “During the Renewal Inspection on 3/23/2022, Staff #2 and Staff #3 both had updated health assessments on file. However, the file indicated that Staff #2 began working on 1/25/2022, but did not have an initial health assessment conducted until 3/17/2022. The file indicated that Staff #3 began working on 1/17/2022, but did not have an initial health assessment conducted until 2/2/2022.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “Staff #1 was hired on 3/18/2021. Staff #1 has not yet completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The operator reported that Staff #1 has this training scheduled for 3/29/2022. Staff #5 completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on 1/20/2022. Staff #1 was hired on 9/1/2021.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the Renewal Inspection on 3/23/2022, peeling paint was seen on the wall near the window behind one of the cribs in the infant room. Peeling paint along with cracked and rotting wood, which poses a risk of splinters was also seen on the fence outside on the playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.69(b) 110º F or less

      “During the Renewal Inspection on 3/23/2022, the hot water temperature for the sinks in both bathrooms in the downstairs of the building measured 117° F.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times

      “During the Renewal Inspection on 3/23/2022, Staff #8 was observed working alone with a group of 4 infants. Staff #8 qualifies as an aide.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2022

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “During the Renewal Inspection on 3/23/2022, the files that were reviewed all had up to date clearances on file and up to date mandated training on file, but they went more than 60 months in between being renewed in some cases. Staff #1 was hired on 3/18/2021. Staff #1 completed mandated reporter training on 3/18/2022. The previous mandated reporter on file for Staff #1 was dated 3/28/2016. Staff #4 updated the child abuse clearance on 1/24/2022. The previous child abuse clearance on file for Staff #4 was dated 9/30/2016. Staff #7 has been employed at the facility since 5/18/2015. The National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file for Staff #7 is dated 3/4/2021. The CPSL required that all staff that had already been working in child care complete the NSOR clearance by 7/1/2020.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.117(a) Released only to parent or designee

      “The operator reported that Child #2 was being released to a transportation service at the verbal request of the parent when Child #2 previously attended the facility. The file for Child #2 did not contain anything in writing to designate that the child was to be released to any individual from the transportation service.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months

      “On 3/23/2022, the most recent health report on file for Child #1, a young toddler was dated 8/20/2021.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(5) Original label

      “During the Renewal Inspection on 3/23/2022, the inhaler for Child #3 had a listed expiration date of January 2022.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2022

  8. Dec 13, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.136(d) Communicate report to DOH

      “On 12/13/2021, Staff #1, the owner notified this Certification Representative that Staff #2 and Staff #3 had previously tested positive for COVID-19. Staff #1 admitted that these positive cases at the facility had not been reported to the Department of Health.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care licensed?

Yes. Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 16, 2026, with 18 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 51 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 49 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 Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care care for?

192, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care's hours?

Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 10:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 655-8878 to ask.

What is Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care's phone number?

(610) 655-8878.

Where is Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care?

903 N 8th St, Reading, PA 19604. The nearest other daycare we list is Fantastic Kydz Child Care Center, 0.2 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).