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The Learning Experience

Reading, PA · Berks County
17 Meridian Blvd, Reading, PA 19610
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Quick Facts

Capacity
100 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, Cambodian, Chinese - Cantonese, Chinese - Mandarin, English, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 750-6151
17 Meridian Blvd
Reading, PA 19610
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00246206
License Issued
Oct 20, 2025
Active Through
Oct 20, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 13

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About the Provider

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The Learning Experience is a Child Care Center in Reading PA, with a maximum capacity of 100 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-02-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced allocated inspection on 2/25/26 Cert rep observed a plastic bag on an accessible counter in Toddlers A. Children in this room are toddlers who may still be placing objects in their mouth.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We removed the plastic bag from the reach of children.
2026-02-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced allocated inspection on 2/25/26 Cert rep observed three cribs that were in use did not have at least 2 feet of space on 3 sides in Infants A. The first crib's space measured at 0 space on one side due to being against a wall, and 1 foot of space on a second side. The third and fourth sides of the first crib had at least 2 feet of space. The second and third crib's space measured at 0 space on one side of each crib due to being against a wall, and 1 foot inches of space on second and third sides. The fourth sides of the second and third crib had at least 2 feet of space.

Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We moved the cribs so there is 2 feet of space on 3 sides of each crib.
2026-02-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced allocated inspection on 2/25/26 Staff person 3 did not complete Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 10/31/25. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file is dated 11/11/25. It was reported that Staff person 3 worked as staff between 11/1/25 and 11/11/25.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Each employee will complete CPR training before the expiration of their current CPR certification.
2026-02-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced allocated inspection on 2/25/26 Staff Person 2 did not have all required clearances per the the CPSL before their first day with children(See LIS code sheet for first day with children). Staff Person 2 did not have a DHS FBI clearance or request on file. Staff Person 2 had a Department of education FBI clearance, which is not accepted for working in child care. It was reported that Staff Person 2 had resided in California in the last 60 months. Staff Person 2 did not have Out of state Criminal and out of state child abuse clearances from the State of California.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person 2 may not work in a child care position or have direct contact with children at the facility until the clearances referenced in this violation have been obtained on file. .

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator will comply with CPSL Employee was suspended until we received all correct documentation to comply with CPSL regulations. Employee's records now include the correct PA FBI clearance to work in a child care facility. Employee's records now include out of state Criminal and out of state child abuse clearances for State of California.
2026-02-25 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.36(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iv) - HS/GED, 15 credits + 1 yr/Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: HS/GED, 15 credits + 1 yr/Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced allocated inspection on 2/25/26 Staff 1 had a high school diploma, and a CDA which is equivalent to 9 credits in human service and 1 year experience working in child care in their file. It was reported that Staff 1 had obtained an additional 9 human services credits however these were not yet available to review or placed in the staff file. Staff 1 has been working as an AGS.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee provided us with additional 9 hours of documentation of completion of CDA and therefore meeting the requirements for an AGS.
2025-10-20 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) - Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)

Description: Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: Continued Non-Compliance: During a renewal inspection 9/8/25-9/18/25 Child 2's fee agreement did not list the fee amount. Children 2, 3 and 4's fee agreements did not list the date the fee is to be paid. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 9/11/25. On 10/20/25 an unannounced verification inspection was conducted. Child's 3's fee agreement did not list the date the fee is to be paid. Child 2 and 4's fee agreements listed the date the fee is to be paid. Child 2's fee agreement also noted the fee amount.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director added the date the fee is to be paid to Child 3's fee agreement.
2025-10-20 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(4) - Signed /Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Signed /Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: Continued Non-Compliance: During a renewal inspection 9/8/25-9/18/25 Child 3's fee agreement was not signed by the operator. Child 3's fee agreement also did not list the child's arrival and departure times. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 9/11/25. On 10/20/25 an unannounced verification inspection was conducted. Child's 3's fee agreement was not signed by the operator, nor did it list the child's arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 3's fee agreement was signed by the operator while the Cert rep was present. The parent was contacted so the arrival and departure time could be added to the fee agreement. These were added before the Cert rep left from the inspection.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 9/18/25 Cert rep observed Plastic bags in an unlocked/accessible cabinet under the changing table in Room 105/Preppers. The children in this room are toddlers who may still be placing objects in their mouths.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator fixed the child safe lock immediately.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 9/18/25 Cert rep observed the daily schedule was not posted in rooms 110/Twaddlers, and Room 113/Toddlers B.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
While a group space is defined in the regulations as a group occupies a space, it does not specify if the classroom is to be occupied by children as it is not occupied space currently. We corrected the request per the licensor and have posted a written plan of daily scheduled activities in the unoccupied classrooms.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) - Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)

Description: Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection 9/8/25-9/18/25 Child 2's fee agreement did not list the fee amount. Children 2, 3 and 4's fee agreements did not list the date the fee is to be paid.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 2's fee agreement has been corrected to list the fee amount. Children 2, 3, and 4 list the date the fee is to be paid.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(4) - Signed /Arrival/departure times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Signed /Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection 9/8/25-9/18/25 Child 3's fee agreement was not signed by the operator. Child 3's fee agreement also did not list the child's arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 3's fee agreement has been signed by the operator and the parent. The agreement also specifies the child's arrival and departure times.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) - Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection 9/8/25-9/18/25 Children 1 and 3's emergency contact form was missing parents work address(Child 1) and work phone numbers (Children 1 and 3). Child 1's emergency contact form was also missing the addresses and phone numbers for all release persons.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children 1 and 3 emergency contact forms have been updated to be complete in it's entirety to show all work address and phone numbers as well as addresses and phone numbers for all release persons.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 9/18/25 Cert rep observed Emergency contact forms for the children receiving care in the following rooms were not present in these rooms: 105/Preppers, 116/Toddlers A, 121/Infant A, 206/Preschool 2A, and 211/Preschool 1A.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All classroom emergency bags have been updated with the classroom children's emergency contact sheet.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 9/18/25 Cert rep observed Staff 2 did not wash their hands after diapering a child.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person was retrained with the operator on proper hand washing procedures and times.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(d)

Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 9/18/25 Cert rep observed potentially hazardous foods brought in from children's homes were not refrigerated in the following rooms: Room 105/Preppers(yogurt and meatballs), and Room 206/Preschool 2A(leftovers and chicken nuggets). Cert rep observed these items in the children's lunchboxes that were not refrigerated.

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator collects lunch/snacks from all classrooms and places them in the refrigerator in the kitchen with each child's name labeled on the contents.

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