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The Learning Experience
17 Meridian Blvd, Reading PA 19610 · License #CER-00246206 · Child Care Center
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- (610) 750-6151
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- Address
- 17 Meridian Blvd, Reading PA 19610 · Directions
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Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 100 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
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.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2026
- Violation
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.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2026
- Violation
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.
Corrected by Feb 26, 2026
- Violation
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.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.106(f) · 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.
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.
Corrected by Feb 26, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
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.
Corrected by Oct 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) · 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.
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.
Corrected by Oct 20, 2025
- Violation
During a renewal inspection on 9/8/25 Cert rep observed the facility emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility. The facility Emergency plan letter to the parents did not address the facility lockdown procedures or accommodations for infants toddler or children with special needs or chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Sep 9, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
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.
Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
- Violation
During a renewal inspection on 9/8/25-9/18/25 Staff 1 did not have acceptable verification of 1 year of experience working with children on file. Staff 1 had a bachelor's degree in psychology. Staff 1 has been working as a director.
Corrected by Sep 9, 2025
- Violation
During a renewal inspection 9/8/25-9/18/25 Staff 3 had an associate's degree in general studies which included 27 credits in human services. Other documentation(application) in Staff 3's file noted Staff 3 had experience working with children but this experience was not verified by the legal entity representative where the experience was obtained. Staff 4 had a high school diploma and a college transcript which included 25 credits in human services. Other documentation(application and resume) in Staff 4's file noted Staff 4 had 3 years of experience working with children but this experience was not verified by the legal entity representative where the experience was obtained.
Corrected by Sep 10, 2025
- Violation
During a renewal inspection on 9/18/25 Cert rep observed the first aid kit in Room 116/Toddler A did not have soap.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
- Violation
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.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
- Violation
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
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.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) · 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.
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.
Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) · 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.
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.
Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
- Violation
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.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
- Violation
During a renewal inspection on 9/18/25 Cert rep observed Staff 2 did not wash their hands after diapering a child.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
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.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2025
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Feb 25, 2026 inspection noted: “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 c…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Oct 20, 2025 inspection noted: “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 no…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Sep 8, 2025 inspection noted: “During a renewal inspection on 9/8/25 Cert rep observed the facility emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility. The facility Emerg…” — what has changed since then?
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