Skip to main content
Child Care Center ✓ Licensed

My First Path In Life Child Care

Reading, PA · Berks County
317 Franklin St, Reading, PA 19602
Advertisement

Quick Facts

Capacity
37 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate

Missing details such as transportation or rates? Suggest an update to help other families.

Contact Information

📞 (484) 577-0139
317 Franklin St
Reading, PA 19602
Get Directions →
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00257897
License Issued
Jul 1, 2026
Active Through
Jan 1, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 13

Reviews

Write a Review

Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about My First Path In Life Child Care. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.

Review Policy: ChildcareCenter.us does not actively screen or monitor user reviews, nor do we verify or edit content. Reviews reflect only the opinion of the writer. We ask that users follow our review guidelines. Providers are welcome to respond to parental reviews, however we ask that they identify themselves as the provider.

About the Provider

Advertisement
My First Path In Life Child Care is a Child Care Center in Reading PA, with a maximum capacity of 37 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday5:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Tuesday5:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Wednesday5:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Thursday5:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Friday5:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Saturday 5:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.

Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-23 Initial review 3270.102(f) - Indoor climbing- protective surface Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(f)

Description: Indoor climbing- protective surface

Noncompliance Area: 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 Required: Indoor play equipment for climbing shall be installed or used over a protective surface covering which does not interfere with the stability of the equipment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will remove the toy wall climber and gymnastic bar from the facility.
2026-06-23 Initial review 3270.14 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection on 6/23/26, the facility did not address continuity of operations in the Emergency plan.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Make a plan for staff and parents in the event of a disaster declared.
2026-06-23 Initial review 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative observed missing outlet covers in the play space.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Owner placed outlet cover over electrical outlet on site.
2026-06-23 Initial review 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection, Certification Representative observed floor cleaner in bathroom #3.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director removed the bathroom cleaner spray from bathroom #3 on site.
2026-06-23 Initial review 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative measured water temperature throughout the facility and temperature read 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Owner will ask landlord to lower the water temperature at facility.
2026-06-23 Initial review 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: 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 Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Owner added the soap and scissors to the first aid kit in the pre-k area.
2026-06-23 Initial review 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: 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 Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Owner will place a safety strip in the doorway of bathroom #3. Owner will place a locked cover over the faucet in the play area. Owner will make sure the toy kitchen is steady.
2026-06-23 Initial review 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative observed chipped paint on the outside wall of bathroom #3.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Owner will repaint the chipped paint area.
2026-06-23 Initial review 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 6/23/26, Certification Representative observed unlidded trash bins in the bathrooms.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Owner will replace trash bins to make sure each has a lid throughout the facility.

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

Advertisement

Ask the Community

Connect, seek advice, share knowledge.

Looking for Child Care?

Helpful Resources

How to Choose a Child Care Center
Read article →
Questions to Ask During a Tour
Read article →
Licensing Guide
Read article →
Is this your listing? Keep it accurate for families searching nearby.
Suggest an Update
Advertisement