THE WHITE HOUSE DAYCARE CENTER 2 INC
READING, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address726 WASHINGTON ST, READING, PA, 19601
CountyBerks
Phone(484) 577-4223
Operating details
Capacity69
SubsidiesY
License dateAugust 17, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High15
- Medium5
- Medium-Low5
- Low0
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726 WASHINGTON ST, READING, PA, 19601, READING, PA 19601
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/20/2026
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- Medium-High4
- Medium1
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk5/20/2026
Age and Training (3270.31(e))
During renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff #2 did not have 12 hours of childcare training on file. (See code sheet for date of hire). Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. The 12 hours received will only be counted as a correction for the current inspection year. These hours cannot be counted towards the following inspection year. Correction: Staff #2 completed 12 hours of childcare training on 5/23/26. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/23/2026 - Medium-High risk5/20/2026
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
During renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff #1 has lived in New York within the past 5 years and did not have New York clearances on file. Requirement: 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. Facility Person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility until all clearances are received. TIERED LIS: 1. 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. This portion shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity/director & whoever that handles staff files must attend existing provider orientation at any regional office location. The operator shall provide a date for when this training will be completed. Correction: The operator and director will comply with CPSL. Staff #1 has requested for the sex offender registry clearance for New york on May 22,2026 - Badge # 021. The director and the staff that handles files will attend the existing provider orientation scheduled for August 5th, 2026. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/5/2026
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 125/27/2025
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))
During renewal inspection conducted 5/27/2025, initial health assessment on file for staff person #1 is dated 12/6/2024, which was past the initial start date listed in the staff person's file (see LIS code sheet for start date). Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. Correction: The updated health assessment was placed in file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/27/2025 - Medium-High risk5/27/2025
Immunization record/Dismissal policy (3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3))
During renewal inspection conducted 5/27/2025, immunization record on file for child #1 indicates that child is not immunized according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #1 is an infant (see LIS code sheet for DOB) and has 1 of 2 doses of the following immunizations: Rotavirus, DTAP/DTP/TD, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio. There is no written exemption on file. Requirement: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 5/27/2025 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. Correction: Staff in charge requested an exemption letter along with copy of recent vaccination records. Child was dismissed from care until either of those items are on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/28/2025 - Medium-Low risk5/27/2025
Amount of fee (3270.123(a)(1))
During renewal inspection conducted 5/27/2025, fee amount was not listed on the fee agreement for child #1. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. Correction: Staff in charge placed fee amount of fee agreement form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/27/2025 - Medium-Low risk5/27/2025
Bottles labeled (3270.166(4))
During renewal inspection conducted 5/27/2025, bottles were observed to be unlabeled and placed in children's individual cubbies. Requirement: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name. Correction: Staff in charge labeled all unlabeled baby bottles. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/27/2025 - Medium-Low risk5/27/2025
Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems (3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4))
During renewal inspection conducted 5/27/2025, most recent health assessment on file for staff person #2 does not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination or information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children. Correction: Staff #2 provided updated health assessment Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/29/2025 - Medium-High risk5/27/2025
Has all items/Transportation First Aid Kit (3270.75(c)/3270.178)
During renewal inspection conducted 5/27/2025, first-aid kit in Room #1 (older toddler/preschool area) did not contain gloves. Additionally, soap was missing from the first-aid kit in the van. Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported. Correction: Staff in charge placed gloves in first aid kit in room #1 and also placed soap in first aid kit in van. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/27/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$817/month
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Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: READING, Berks County
- Capacity: 69
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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