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SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER
LICENSEDWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 18 and 66. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Pennsylvania.
100 BROWN ST, MIDDLETOWN, PA 17057
- Licensed for
- 103 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
Ages and programs
Reported to DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning by SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.
Programs on record
- School-age care
The public record
- License number
- 100129301-0005
- License status
- LICENSED
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Licensed capacity
- 103 children
- Address
- 100 BROWN ST, MIDDLETOWN, PA 17057
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- +17175462656
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- April 9, 2026
- License expires
- April 9, 2027
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From Google
Recent parent reviews
The 6 most recent of 14 Google reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
Small Steps Early Learning Center has been wonderful for our family. The teachers are warm, patient, and genuinely care about the kids. My daughter has learned so much this year, she comes home singing songs, talking about her friends, and showing off what she learned. The classrooms are clean and organized, and communication from the director is always timely. We couldn’t be happier!
Jordan LittleOct 17, 2025I cannot say enough wonderful things about this daycare! From day one, they’ve felt like family. The staff is incredibly compassionate, attentive, and truly go above and beyond to make sure every child feels loved and cared for. They take the safety and well-being of the kids as their top priority, and it shows in everything they do. It’s such a comfort knowing my children are in such capable, caring hands each day. The level of professionalism and communication is outstanding, and it’s clear how much passion they have for what they do. We’re so grateful to be part of this amazing community!
Abby SheppardOct 17, 2025This daycare showed a complete lack of compassion and understanding toward children who need a little extra support. My godson was removed not because he was unsafe or unmanageable, but simply because they did not want to take the time or effort to accommodate him. Instead of following through with the plan created with his parents, they chose the easiest route by removing him entirely. It’s heartbreaking and unprofessional to see a place that’s supposed to care for all children turn their back on one who needed understanding the most. I would never recommend this daycare to any parent whose child might require patience, empathy, or genuine care.
Alexis MoralesOct 17, 2025This daycare really needs more compassion and communication qualities that should be at the core of any childcare center. I hope they take time to reflect on how they handle children with behavioral challenges and focus on improving staff training and emotional support for both kids and parents. Every child deserves patience, understanding, and the chance to grow not to be dismissed when things get difficult.
shantelle garciaOct 16, 2025I absolutely love this center! The amount of effort they put into creating a fun and engaging learning environment is incredible. Each staff member takes a personal role in the classroom and in shaping the learning curriculum for the kids. The attention they give my child is amazing, and I’m so impressed by how well they support emotional learning as well.
B StrineOct 16, 2025Small Steps Learning Center has been such a blessing for our family. From day one, the staff made us feel welcomed and confident that our child was in loving hands. The teachers are incredibly nurturing and attentive.. they don’t just care for the children, they truly connect with them. Each day is filled with warmth, patience, and joy. Whether it’s a cheerful good morning, a comforting hug during a rough day, or celebrating a new milestone, the staff makes every moment meaningful. It’s clear that they pour their hearts into creating a space where kids feel secure, valued, and excited to learn. The communication with families is also outstanding. We’re always updated on how our child is doing and involved in their learning journey. That partnership means so much to us. Finding a daycare that feels like home is rare, but Small Steps has managed to do just that. We couldn’t be happier or more grateful for the care and dedication they show every single day!
Merlyn PichardoOct 16, 2025
Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.
How the reviews split
The 3.6 average comes from 14 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
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Questions parents ask about SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Is SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER a licensed child care provider in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER holds Pennsylvania certificate 100129301-0005, listed as "LICENSED" by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning in Dauphin County. The current certificate runs to April 9, 2027. Confirm current standing at compass.dhs.pa.gov/providersearch before enrolling.
What is SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER's Keystone STARS rating?
- Pennsylvania rates SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER STAR 1, on a scale of one to four where four is highest. That tier took effect on April 30, 2025. Keystone STARS measures programme standards such as staff qualifications and learning environment, not inspection outcomes.
Does Pennsylvania record a negative sanction against SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER?
- No. The state's provider dataset records no negative sanction against SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER at the time the record was published. That is a single field in a snapshot, not a full compliance history, and it is not the same as a clean inspection record. The licensing inspection detail is at compass.dhs.pa.gov/providersearch.
Does SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER accept child care subsidy?
- Yes. SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER holds a subsidy agreement with the state. The agreement covers these age groups: Infant and toddler, Preschool, School-age. An agreement means the provider can bill the subsidy programme, not that a funded place is free today. Eligibility is decided by your Early Learning Resource Center, Early Learning Resource Center for Region 9.
Does this page show inspection results for SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER?
- No. Pennsylvania completes at least one unannounced inspection a year at every licensed provider, and publishes the results through the provider search at compass.dhs.pa.gov/providersearch. Those results are not included here, and there is no open dataset of them, so nothing on this page reflects SMALL STEPS EARLY LEARNING CENTER's inspection history either way. Look the provider up there and read the licensing inspection record.
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