KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER 3023
READING, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address865 BERKSHIRE BLVD, READING, PA, 19610
CountyBerks
Phone(610) 376-6152
Operating details
Capacity131
SubsidiesY
License dateDecember 10, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/6/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High12
- Medium8
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/6/2026
- High3
- Medium-High12
- Medium8
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk5/6/2026
Child's hands washed (3270.134(a))
During naptime on 5/6/2026, a child in the pre-k classroom was observed on their rest mat eating goldfish crackers. When asked, the child stated that they did not wash their hands before eating this snack. Requirement: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. Correction: The facility reviewed proper handwashing procedures with staff to ensure children's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting, and before diapering as required by regulation 3270.134. Staff were reminded to actively supervise and verify that handwashing occurs prior to children receiving food or snacks. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/6/2026 - Medium risk5/6/2026
Free from contagious/communicable disease (3270.131(d)(7))
During the Renewal Inspection on 5/6/2026, the health reports on file for Child #3 and Child #6 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Requirement: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Correction: The facility reviewed and updated the health reports for Child #3 and Child #6 to ensure the reports included a statement from the health care provider indicating that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. The children's files were updated to comply with regulation 3270.131(d). Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/11/2026 - Medium-High risk5/6/2026
Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))
On 5/6/2026, the emergency contact information on file for Child #5 did not include the phone number for the listed individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Requirement: 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. Correction: The facility reviewed and updated Child #5's emergency contact information to include the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The child's file was updated to ensure all required emergency contact information was complete and in compliance with regulation 3270.124(b). Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/11/2026 - Medium-High risk5/6/2026
Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone (3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3))
During the Renewal Inspection on 5/6/2026, the emergency contact information on file for Child #1 did not include the address and the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care and also did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The emergency contact information for Child #6 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: The facility reviewed and updated the files for Child #1, Child #3 and Child #6 to ensure all required emergency contact information was complete and in compliance with regulation 3270.124(b). Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/11/2026 - Medium-High risk5/6/2026
Services proceeded/Admission date (3270.123(a)(3)/3270.123(a)(6))
During the Renewal Inspection on 5/6/2026, the most recent child service report on file for Child #5 was dated 10/2/2025. The agreement on file for Child #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission. Requirement: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. Correction: The facility reviewed and updated Child #5's file to ensure the child service report was current and the agreement included the child's admission date as required. All required documentation regarding services provided to the child and family, including the department-approved child service report form, was completed, updated, and provided to the family in accordance with regulation 3270.123(a). Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/11/2026 - Medium-High risk5/6/2026
Review policies and procedures (3270.121(a))
On 5/6/2026, the parent handbook that is provided to the parents at the time of enrollment did not include the following: Written information about the facility's general daily schedule, the hours of operation and the supervision policy. Requirement: The operator shall review with the parent, at the time of application, the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements. Correction: The facility updated the parent handbook to include all required information regarding the facility's general daily schedule, hours of operation, supervision policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements, responsibilities for meals and clothing, health policies, and any applicable night care policies. The updated handbook was reviewed and implemented to ensure all parents receive complete information at the time of enrollment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/18/2026 - Medium-High risk5/6/2026
Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)
During the Renewal Inspection on 5/6/2026, the following items were observed to be accessible to children in the preschool classroom: Plastic Ziploc bags in a drawer, plastic wrapping from construction paper on a shelf and plastic gloves on a table. The staff in the preschool classroom disclosed that some of the children in the classroom are still placing objects in their mouths. Requirement: 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. Correction: The plastic Ziploc bags, plastic wrapping from construction paper, and plastic gloves were immediately removed from areas accessible to children in the preschool classroom and placed in secured storage inaccessible to children. Staff were reminded that plastic bags, plastic wrapping, small objects, and other potentially hazardous materials must not be accessible to children, particularly in classrooms where children may still place objects in their mouths. The classroom environment was reviewed to ensure all potentially hazardous items were properly stored. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/6/2026 - Medium-High risk5/6/2026
Inaccessible to children (3270.75(b))
During the Renewal Inspection on 5/6/2026, the first-aid kit in the school age classroom was hanging on the wall near the exit door. It was not up high enough on the wall to be inaccessible to the children. Requirement: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. Correction: The first aid kit in the school-age classroom was immediately relocated to an area that is inaccessible to children while remaining accessible to staff in the event of an emergency. All classrooms and program areas were reviewed to ensure that first aid kits are properly stored in accordance with licensing regulations. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/6/2026 - High risk5/6/2026
Emergency Numbers Posted (3270.74)
On 5/6/2026, the emergency number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center was not posted by the telephones in the discovery preschool classroom and the kitchen. Requirement: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility. Correction: The required emergency telephone numbers for the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance service, and poison control center were immediately posted by the telephones in the Discovery Preschool classroom and the kitchen. All classrooms and facility telephones were reviewed to ensure that emergency contact information is properly posted in each required location. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/6/2026 - Medium-High risk5/6/2026
Letter to parents (3270.27(e))
During the Renewal Inspection on 5/6/2026, the letter on file that is provided to the parents explaining the emergency procedures for the facility emergency plan did not include the following: Lockdown procedures, the method to inform parents that the emergency has ended, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. Requirement: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures described in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Correction: The center has updated the parent emergency procedures letter to include all required components of the facility emergency plan, including lockdown procedures, the method used to inform parents when an emergency has ended, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. The updated emergency procedures letter will be distributed to all currently enrolled families and will also be provided to all newly enrolled families moving forward. A copy of the revised letter will be maintained on file at the center. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/6/2026 - Medium-High risk5/6/2026
Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))
On 5/6/2026, a container of lice repellent spray was observed to be in a child's cubby accessible to children in the pre-k classroom. The lice repellent spray was labeled keep out of reach out children. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: The lice repellent spray was immediately removed from the child's cubby and placed in a locked area inaccessible to children. Staff were reminded that all cleaning products, toxic materials, and any items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" must be stored in locked storage or otherwise made inaccessible to children at all times. Classroom areas were reviewed to ensure compliance with storage requirements. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/6/2026 - Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
During an unannounced monitoring of the facility on 3/18/2026, the state police clearance on file for Staff #1 was a clearance for volunteer purposes, which is not acceptable for childcare staff. Staff #1 was observed working directly with children on 3/18/2026. The facility did request and immediately receive the employment state police clearance for Staff #1 on 3/18/2026. See LIS code sheet for date of hire. 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. All clearances used for hiring staff must be for employment purposes only. Correction: Ongoing, center management will comply with CPSL and Chapter 3490. Center management will verify clearances of new hires that they state for employment before working with children. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/18/2026
2025
- Medium-Low risk11/12/2025
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children (3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1))
During an unannounced inspection on 11/12/2025 at 8:10 AM, Staff #1, #2 and #3 were providing care for a mixed age group of 13 young toddlers and older toddlers. At this time, staff did not have their name-to-face recognition cards in place to identify the children that each staff were responsible for. The names of the children were written on the white board in the classroom. However, the white board did not specify the staff member that any of the children were assigned to at this time. Requirement: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. TIERED LIS: 1. Children must be supervised by a staff person at all times, which includes assigning a staff person the responsibility for supervision of specific children at all times. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The facility shall have no instances of non-compliance relating to supervision of children for a period of 4 months, monitored by unannounced visits to the facility. The correction date for this portion of the plan shall be at minimum 4 months from the date the regional office receives acceptable plans of correction. Correction: 1. Ongoing, children will be supervised by a staff person at all times, which includes assigning a staff person the responsibility for supervision of specific children at all times, by using the name to face recognition cards. Correction Date: 11/12/2025 2. The facility will have no instances of non-compliance relating to supervision of children for a period of 4 months, monitored by unannounced visits to the facility. Correction Date: 4/12/2026 As per the settlement agreement, as the children arrive for the day, a name to face recognition card for that child will be placed on a lanyard for the staff member that is responsible for supervision. When a staff member leaves, the classroom, they will give the name to face cards to the staff member taking over the supervision. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/12/2026 - Medium risk11/12/2025
Failure to comply with POC (20.71(a)(4))
During an unannounced inspection on 11/12/2025, the facility was not in compliance with Paragraph 7 and Paragraph 8 of the agreed-upon Settlement Agreement. Paragraph 7 requires that as children arrive for the day, name-to-face recognition cards must be used to identify the children assigned to each staff person. On 11/12/2025, Staff #1. #2 and #3 did not have their cards in place to identify the children for which they were responsible. Paragraph 8 requires that an additional floater staff be instituted in each classroom. On 11/12/2025, neither the young toddler-older toddler classroom or the preschool-pre-k classroom had the additional floater in place at the time of the inspection. Requirement: The Department may deny, refuse to renew or revoke a certificate of compliance for failure to comply with the acceptable plan to correct noncompliance items. The operator shall meet the terms of the Settlement Agreement at all times. Correction: As per the settlement agreement, as the children arrive for the day, the corresponding card will be placed on a lanyard of the staff that is responsible for supervision of that child. If the staff member leaves, the staff member taking over will receive those cards of children in their supervision. As per the settlement agreement, a floater will be in every classroom at all times. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/12/2025 - Medium risk4/16/2025
No physical punishment (3270.113(b))
Through staff interviews and written statements, it was determined that on 4/16/2025, Staff #1 grabbed Child #1, a young toddler, by the forearm and moved the child several feet away using only one arm. This incident occurred when Child #1 was in need of quickly being moved away from another child in the classroom, and Staff #1 was sweeping the floor with a broom, which was in the staff's other than when the child was lifted inappropriately by the forearm. Requirement: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. TIERED LIS: 1. A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The Legal Entity/Director will create a written policy regarding appropriate discipline techniques while working with young children. The written policy must specifically address appropriate methods for staff to safely pick up young children, and methods they should not use to pick up children. The Legal Entity/Director will submit the policy to the Northeast Regional Office for approval. Once approved, all existing staff and new hires must review and sign acknowledgment of the policy, and documentation must be maintained at the facility. The operator shall provide a date for when this will be completed. Correction: It was observed that child #1 put their arm around the neck of another child and out of extreme caution staff #1 corrected that behavior. We formerly coached staff #1 to ensure appropriate redirection for appropriate behaviors moving forward. After leadership investigated the incident with Staff #1, it was determined that in order to keep all children safe, staff #1 acted swiftly. Staff #1 was placed on a corrective coaching and immediately retrained on correct techniques when handling challenging situations. Attached is our written policy regarding appropriate discipline techniques which have been reviewed with staff #1. Weekly check-ins and monthly SET observations will happen in all classrooms, specifically honing in on all safety practices. Correction Date: 4/18/2025 Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/6/2025 - High risk4/16/2025
Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)
During an Unannounced Inspection on 4/16/2025, the staff in preschool classroom showed the Certification Representative a container of toy magnets that are used by the children in the preschool classroom. Some of the magnets had a diameter of less than 1 inch. Staff in the preschool classroom disclosed that some of the children in the classroom are still placing objects in their mouths. Requirement: 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. Correction: Center management went through the classroom and removed all toys that had a diameter of less than 1 inch that were considered a choking hazards. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/17/2025 - Medium risk3/28/2025
Halls, etc. not included (3270.61(e))
During an unannounced inspection on 3/28/2025, it was verified through staff interviews that Staff #1, the cook has been responsible at times for supervising children in the hallway of the facility due to the facility being short staffed. Staff disclosed on 3/28/2025 that this has been happening 2 to 3 times per week for up to 30 minutes in the morning between the hours of 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. Staff reported that they usually have 2 to 3 children when this occurs. Staff also disclosed that they previously have cared for up to 7 children at one time in the hallway. Requirement: Indoor childcare space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40. Measured indoor space excludes space occupied by halls, bathrooms, offices, kitchens and locker rooms. TIERED LIS: 1. Children must be cared for in measured indoor childcare space only. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity/Director will create a policy indicating that childcare will not be provided in non-measured childcare spaces at any time. Care will not be provided in any of the following areas: halls, bathrooms, offices, kitchens and locker rooms. The Legal Entity/Director will submit the policy to the Northeast Regional Office for approval. Once approved, all existing staff and new hires must review and sign acknowledgment of the policy, and documentation must be maintained at the facility. The operator shall provide a date for when this will be completed. 3. The facility shall have no instances of non-compliance relating to childcare being provided outside of measured childcare spaces for a period of 3 months, monitoring by unannounced visits to the facility. The correction date for this portion of the plan shall be at minimum 3 months from the date the regional office receives acceptable plans of correction. Correction: The legal entity/Director will create a policy indicating that childcare will not be provided in non-measured childcare spaces at any time. Care will not be provided in any of the following areas: halls, bathrooms, offices, kitchens and locker rooms. The Legal Entity/Director will submit the policy to the Northeast Regional Office for approval. Once approved, all existing staff and new hires must review and sign acknowledgment of the policy, and documentation must be maintained at the facility. The operator shall provide a date for when this will be completed. Policy is attached. 1. Children must be cared for in measured indoor childcare space only. Correction Date: 3/28/2025 2. The legal entity/Director will create a policy indicating that childcare will not be provided in non-measured childcare spaces at any time. Once approved, all existing staff and new hires must review and sign acknowledgment of the policy, and documentation must be maintained at the facility. Correction Date: 5/2/2025 3. No instances of non-compliance relating to childcare being provided outside of measured childcare spaces for a period of 3 months, monitoring by unannounced visits to the facility. Correction Date: 7/25/2025 Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 7/25/2025 - Medium-Low risk3/28/2025
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children (3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1))
During an unannounced inspection on 3/28/2025, it was verified through staff interviews that Staff #1, the cook has been responsible at times for supervising children in the hallway of the facility due to the facility being short staffed. Staff #1 has been responsible for the supervision of children while preparing food, and also while being inside of the kitchen when the children were in the hallway. Staff disclosed on 3/28/2025 that this has been happening 2 to 3 times per week for up to 30 minutes in the morning between the hours of 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. Staff reported that they usually have 2 to 3 children when this occurs. Staff also disclosed that they previously have cared for up to 7 children at one time in the hallway while being in the kitchen preparing food. Requirement: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Correction: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/28/2025 - High risk3/6/2025
Building Surfaces/Small Toys and Objects (3270.76/3270.103)
During an unannounced inspection on 3/6/2025, the pour-in-place rubber surfacing on the infant/toddler playground was observed to be torn and in poor repair in two spots, which exposes the small rubber pieces underneath the surfacing and poses a choking hazard. Requirement: 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. 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. Correction: A work order was put in to have the torn areas of the pour-in-place surfacing repaired. We will notify the Certification Representative when we are informed of the date that the repairs will be made. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/11/2025 - Medium-High risk3/6/2025
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3))
On 3/6/2025, the current health assessment on file for Staff #1 did not include a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at required at initial employment. See LIS code sheet. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: Now that center management knows it's within in first year of employment for their tuberculosis screening, an adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/26/2025 - Medium risk3/6/2025
Two written references (3270.192(5))
On 3/6/2025, Staff #2 only had one written, nonfamily reference on file. See LIS code sheet. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: Center management requiring everything while they are in the hiring process before their first day/ better communication to have each facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/26/2025 - Medium risk2/4/2025
General Health and Safety/Clean, good repair, proper size (3270.21/3270.104(a))
During an unannounced inspection on 2/4/2025, it was verified through staff interviews that Child #1, age 1, was placed in a toddler chair without a strap on 1/16/2025. Child #1 fell out of the chair and cut her lip. Staff also verified that Child #1 currently uses the toddler chair with a strap for safety. Requirement: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Ongoing all staff will place children in chairs that are developmentally appropriate for each individual child and their individual needs. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 2/4/2025 - Medium riskStandard 22/4/2025
2 hour diaper check (3270.135(e))
During an unannounced inspection on 2/4/2025, it was verified through staff interviews that Child #2 went several hours without having his pull-up checked on 1/15/2025 because staff in the pre-k classroom did not know that the child was in a pull-up. Requirement: A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled. Correction: Ongoing all staff are committed to changing diapers every 2 hours to comply with state regulations and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggest a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 2/4/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 121/9/2025
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB (3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2))
On 1/9/2025, Staff #1 did not have a completed health assessment or tuberculosis screening on file. See LIS code sheet. 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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. Correction: Staff #1 will have a health assessment and tuberculosis screening completed within the next week. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/16/2025 - Medium-High risk1/9/2025
Original label (3270.133(5))
During an unannounced inspection on 1/9/2025, an expired EpiPen was seen in the medication lockbox at the facility. The EpiPen was labeled with an expiration date of 12/31/2024. Requirement: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. Correction: The EpiPen will be sent home with the child's parent. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/9/2025
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Estimated monthly cost
$774/month
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About this daycare
- Location: READING, Berks County
- Capacity: 131
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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