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131 N 6th St, Reading, PA
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My First Path in Life Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 37
- open each week
- 6 days
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About
About My First Path in Life Child Care
My First Path in Life Child Care is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 37 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpens before 7 AMOpen until 11:30 PM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 37 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| 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 | 37 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for My First Path in Life Child Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
- Capacity
- 37 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257897
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Background checks 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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Sep 9, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“During allocated unannounced monitoring; the emergency plan was not accessible or posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #1 did not have emergency plan training completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During allocated unannounced monitoring, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #1 did not have the required health assessment form. There was a physical on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring; Certification Representative was completing ratio and supervision and staff person #1 did not know the names of the children they were supervising.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2026
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During allocated unannounced monitoring, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #1 did not have education on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and found staff persons #1 and #2 did not have two written non-family references.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2026
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“During allocated unannounced monitoring; Certification Representative reviewed the fire drill and testing logs and last testing was done 8/4/26 and was passed 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #2 did not have verification of the NSOR requested or a completed NSOR on file. Staff person #2 currently not working at the facility as they are part time when they are not in school.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2026
Jun 23, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During initial inspection, Certification Representative observed floor cleaner in bathroom #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the initial inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative observed there to be no soap or scissors in the Pre-K area first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During renewal inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative observed a tripping hazard going (uneven flooring) in and out of bathroom #3. Certification Representative observed a faucet in the play area exposed and in working use. Certification Representative observed a toy kitchen unsteady in the pre-k area.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During initial inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative observed chipped paint on the outside wall of bathroom #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“During initial inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative observed unlidded trash bins in the bathrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.102(f) Indoor climbing- protective surface
“During initial inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative observed a toy rock climber on the wall of the play area and a gymnastic bar in the play area with no documentation of fall height with protective surface covering.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“During the initial inspection on 6/23/26, the facility did not address continuity of operations in the Emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During initial inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative observed missing outlet covers in the play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2026
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the initial inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative measured water temperature throughout the facility and temperature read 120 degrees Fahrenheit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
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FAQ
Questions about My First Path in Life Child Care
Is My First Path in Life Child Care licensed?
Yes. My First Path in Life Child Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was My First Path in Life Child Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 9, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has My First Path in Life Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 My First Path in Life Child Care care for?
37, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does My First Path in Life Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are My First Path in Life Child Care's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does My First Path in Life Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 990-9932 to ask.
What is My First Path in Life Child Care's phone number?
(610) 990-9932.
Where is My First Path in Life Child Care?
317 Franklin St, Reading, PA 19602. The nearest other daycare we list is Early Beginnings II, 0.1 miles away.