Antietam Academy
Antietam Academy is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 183 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 47 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (16 of 47). 9 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #51 of 84 centers in Reading and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the renewal inspection on 9/11/26, Certification Representative observed the bathroom cabinet in the Pre-K 1 room unlocked that had cleaning materials. Cabinet was locked by provider.
During the renewal inspection on 9/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #4 file was missing an updated health assessment.
During renewal inspection, Certification Representative observed staff diapering a young toddler and afterwards staff did not wash the child's hands.
Staff person #1 has not completed 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 1-9-26. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
During the renewal inspection on 9/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #2 did not complete the 400 hours of classroom training and had worked as an aide.
During the renewal inspection on 9/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #2 file was missing the enrolling parent's work address and phone number on the emergency contact form.
During the renewal inspection on 9/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #1 file was missing the health insurance/MA coverage and policy number on the emergency contact form.
During the renewal inspection on 9/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #3 file was missing the release person's address on the emergency contact form.
During a complaint investigate, Certification Representative review fire alarm log and it was past 30 days with last one on 6/5/26.
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/8/2025-9/9/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Child abuse clearances on file for staff person #1 were dated 12/9/2019 and 12/11/2024, which is past 60 months. Child abuse clearances on file for staff person #2 were dated 12/12/2019 and 12/19/2024, which is past 60 months. Child abuse clearances on file for staff person #3 were dated 12/6/2019 and 12/10/2024, which is past 60 months. NSOR clearances on file for staff person #4 were dated 1/31/2020 and 2/18/205, which is past 60 months.
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A renewal inspection was conducted 9/8/2025-9/9/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. Health assessment on file for child #1 was dated 10/9/2024 which is more than 6 months old. Child #1 is a young toddler (see LIS code sheet for date of birth).
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/8/2025-9/9/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. immunization record on file for child #1 indicated that child received 1 of 2 doses of the Hep A vaccine. Child #1 is a young toddler (see LIS code sheet for date of birth). There was no exemption on file. Immunization record on file for child #2 indicated that child received 1 of 2 doses of the Hep A vaccine. Child #2 is an older toddler (see LIS code sheet for date of birth).
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/8/2025-9/9/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Health assessments on file for staff person #1 were dated 8/24/2022 and 9/4/2024, which is past 24 months. Initial health assessment on file for staff person #7 is dated 9/2/2205 and initial TB test is dated 6/3/2025, which are both past their start date (see LIS code sheet).
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/8/2025-9/9/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Staff person #7 is listed as an Aide in the facility. Director reports that staff person #7 is enrolled in an approved training curriculum. File for staff person #7 did not contain written certification from a representative of the training institution that staff person #7 is enrolled in an approved training curriculum and has completed the required classroom training
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/8/2025-9/9/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Previous pediatric first-aid/CPR training certificate on file for staff person #4 expired on 11/30/2023 and was not renewed until 1/10/2024. Pediatric first-aid/CPR training certificate on file for staff person #5 is dated 1/3/2025, which is past 90 days since hire date (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Pediatric first-aid/CPR training certificate on file for staff person #6 is dated 12/23/2024, which is past 90 days since hire date (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/8/2025-9/9/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. Emergency contact form on file for child #3 did not include the address and phone number of child's physician or health insurance policy number.
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/8/2025-9/9/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. Emergency contact form on file for child #4 did not include the addresses or phone numbers of release people.
A renewal inspection was conducted 9/8/2025-9/9/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. Emergency contact form on file for child #2 was last updated 12/26/2024 and fee agreement for child #2 was last updated 1/17/2025, which is over 6 months ago. Fee agreement for child #3 was last updated 8/4/2023, which is over 6 months ago.
During renewal inspection, last health assessment on file for child #3 is dated 8/24/2023. Child #3 is preschool-aged (see LIS code sheet for DOB).
During renewal inspection, health assessment on file for staff person #1 is dated 9/7/2024 and TB test is dated 9/4/2024, which is past start date (see LIS code sheet for start date). TB test on file for staff person #2 is dated 10/17/2016, which is past one year prior to start date (see LIS code sheet for start date). There is no initial health assessment on file for staff person #6 (see LIS code sheet for start date). Health assessments on file for staff person #5 are dated 8/24/2022 and 9/4/2022, which is past 24 months. Last health assessment on file for staff person #9 is dated 8/29/2022, which is past 24 months. Health assessments on file for staff person #11 are dated 8/15/2022 and 9/14/2024, which is past 24 months. Health assessments on file for staff person #12 are dated 8/3/2022 and 9/14/2024, which is past 24 months. Health assessments on file for staff person #14 are dated 8/22/2022 and 9/11/2024, which is past 24 months.
During renewal inspection, the following staff members did not update their fire safety training within 12 months: Staff person #4: Fire safety trainings on file dated 8/23/2023 and 9/10/2024. Staff person #5: Fire safety trainings on file dated 8/23/2023 and 9/9/2024. Staff person #7: Fire safety trainings on file dated 8/23/2023 and 9/10/2024. Staff person #8: Fire safety trainings on file dated 8/23/2023 and 9/10/2024. Staff person #9: Fire safety trainings on file dated 8/21/2023 and 9/10/2024. Staff person #10: Fire safety trainings on file dated 5/17/2023 and 9/12/2024. Staff person #11: Fire safety trainings on file dated 8/21/2023 and 9/10/2024. Staff person #12: Fire safety trainings on file dated 8/23/2023 and 9/10/2024. Staff person #13: Fire safety trainings on file dated 8/30/2023 and 9/10/2024.
During renewal inspection, the following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Release persons' addresses. Child #3: Both parent's work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #4: Mother's work information. Release person's address.
During renewal inspection, the following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Health insurance information and policy number. Child #2: Consent to administer minor first-aid by facility staff. Child #4: Health insurance policy number.
During renewal inspection, emergency contact form for child #3 was last updated 11/28/2023 and fee agreement for child #3 was last updated 2/19/2024, which are past 6 months.
During renewal inspection, there was only one written, nonfamily reference in file of staff person #3.
During renewal inspection, staff person #4 had 9 hours of childcare training on file for training year 12/19/2022-12/19/2023.
On 10/16/23 child #1 was missing documentation of age appropriate third Hib and fourth PCV vaccines. Child #2 was missing age appropriate fourth PCV and second Hepatitis A vaccines. There were no exemption letters on file. Child #1 and #2 must be removed from care until proper documentation is on file.
During the renewal inspection on 9/29/23, Staff #2 had a Dept of Ed FBI clearance and not the required DHS clearance. Staff #2 must be removed from care until the appropriate clearance is on file.
On 9/19/23 during the renewal inspection, the emergency plan did not contain a continuity of operations plan as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vii).
During the renewal inspection on 9/19/23, the letter to parents regarding the facility's emergency plan did not include information on accommodations for toddlers, children with special needs or children with chronic medical conditions.
On 9/19/23 during the renewal inspection, sharp scissors were accessible in the unlocked drawer of the desk in Room 3.
As of the renewal inspection on 9/19/23, the most recent health assessment for child #1 was dated 7/12/22.
As of the renewal inspection on 9/19/23, there was no documentation of influenza vaccine or exemption letters on file for child #2 or #3. Child #2 and #3 must be removed from care until proper documentation is on file.
During the renewal inspection on 9/19/23, Staff person #1 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Acceptable Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR with a PQAS approved trainer.
As of the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, Staff #4 and #10 have not completed an approved mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff #2 and #5 did not have a State Police Clearance certificate.
On 9/21/22 during the renewal inspection, the most recent health assessment on file for child #6, a young toddler, was 3/19/22.
During the renewal inspection, the most recent health assessment for child #1 was 9/15/21, for child #2 it was 9/17/21, child #4 it was 8/3/21.
During the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, there was no documentation of influenza vaccine for child #1, #4, and #6. The most recent influenza vaccine for child #3 was 10/10/20, and for child # 5 it was 9/1/20.
As of the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, the most recent health assessment on file for Staff #3 was dated 9/10/20.
During the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, the health assessment of Staff #6 did not include documentation that the physician conducted an exam for communicable diseases.
During the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, there was no documentation on file of an emergency drill being conducted.
As of the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, there was no initial health assessment on file for child #7 who has been enrolled for more than 60 days.
As of the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, the operator had not notified the local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility in the past year.
During the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, the most recent fire safety training for Staff #8 was dated 11/13/20.
As of the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, there was no written evaluation for staff #4.
During the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, the emergency contact information for child #1, #6, and #7 did not include health insurance information.
During the renewal inspection on 9/21/22, the most recent update of the emergency contact information and fee agreement for child #2 was 2/23/22. The most recent update of the emergency contact information for child #6 was 12/22/21.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $58.00 | $58.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $55.00 | $55.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $50.00 | $29.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $50.00 | $29.00 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has Antietam Academy had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Sep 8, 2025 (background checks): “A renewal inspection was conducted 9/8/2025-9/9/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Child abuse clearances on file for staff person #1 were dated 12/9/2019 and 12/11/2024, which is past 60 months. Child abuse…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Antietam Academy?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Antietam Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective May 18, 2026. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does Antietam Academy compare with other daycares in Reading?
It is tied for #51 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Antietam Academy last inspected?
Sep 11, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Antietam Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $58.00 for young toddler, $55.00 for older toddler, $50.00 for preschool, $50.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Antietam Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Antietam Academy.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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