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Apis Child Care LLC

830 Mountain Home Rd, Reading, PA 19608 · Berks County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Apis Child Care LLC is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 33 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 35 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 35). 12 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #26 of 84 centers in Reading and has more citations per inspection than 55% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 55% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#26 of 84 centers in Reading
4 Core-safety citations
31 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
35 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 12 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 25, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 25, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 7, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 26, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 28, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 24, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 23, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 2, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 10
Building & playground safety 7
Health & medication 6
Training & qualifications 4
Background checks 3
Emergency preparedness 2
Food & feeding 2
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
Staff #1 and staff #2 had a group of 6 young toddlers requiring 2 staff. When asked who they were responsible for and who was in their group, they replied that they both were responsible for all of them. Staff #3 had a group of 8 preschool children. She did not know how many were in her group and could not name the children in the group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “Staff were instructed that whenever more than one staff member is working with a group, each staff person must know which specific children are assigned to their supervision and must know the names, number, and whereabouts of those children at all times.”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter to parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include the facility's accommodations for infants.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 13, 2026): “Apis Child Care has reviewed and corrected the Emergency Procedures Letter provided to enrolled families. The letter has been updated to specifically include the emergency procedures and accommodations that will be provided for infants, including procedures for safely sheltering, evacuating…”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
There was an initial health assessment on file for child #1 dated 10/2/25 and the next health assessment is dated 8/17/26, a period of greater than the required 6 months (see code sheet for date of birth).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “There is a current health assessment on file for child #1.”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
There was a gap of greater than 30 days in the fire alarm testing. The alarm was tested 5/7/26 then next on 6/8/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “Administration reviewed the fire alarm testing schedule and established a monthly monitoring procedure to ensure that required testing is completed within the required timeframe and that a gap greater than 30 days does not occur between required tests. The Director/Administrator has been designated…”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
The oldest health assessment on file for child #4 is dated 6/12/24 which is more than 60 days after the start date (see code sheet for start date)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “There is a current health assessment on file for child #4.”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
There was no documentation of fire safety training for staff #4 (see code sheet for start date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “All Staff will continue to complete the required annual fire safety training conducted by a qualified fire protection professional. Upon completion, documentation of the training, including the date of completion and verification of the training provider, will be obtained and maintained in the…”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
There was insufficient documentation of 2 years of experience with children to qualify staff #3 as an assistant group supervisor as identified.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “Documentation verifying the staff member's required experience working with children was obtained and placed in the employee's personnel file. Administration reviewed the documentation to ensure the staff member meets the applicable qualification requirements.”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)
There was no indication that at the time of enrollment, parents receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “Apis Child Care reviewed and updated its enrollment paperwork to ensure the facility's general daily schedule is included in the written information provided to families.”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The first child service report for child #2 was dated 2/10/26, which was greater than 6 months after the child's start date (see code sheet for start date). There was a child service report for child #4 dated 5/4/25 with the next one dated 2/12/26, a period of greater than 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “Director/owner will review the Child Service Reports for all currently enrolled children to identify any additional reports approaching or exceeding their required update dates.”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
There was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed conspicuously in every child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “A written Emergency Medical Care Transportation and Staffing Plan was display around the facility identifying the procedures for obtaining emergency medical assistance, transporting a child to emergency medical care, notifying the child's parent/guardian, and maintaining adequate staffing and…”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
There was an emergency contact form for child #4 dated 10/9/25 with the next one dated 7/24/26, a period of greater than 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “There is a current emergency contact on file for child #4.”
Citation Aug 25, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
The earliest emergency contact form for child #1 is dated 10/1/25 which is after the child's start date (see code sheet for start date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2026): “The record for this child was reviewed and verified parental signature consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid procedures is currently maintained in the child's file.”
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Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
There was no handwashing sign at the sink in the kitchen area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2025): “We will put a handwashing sign at the kitchen sink.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The agreement for child #2 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2025): “The fee amount will be added to the fee agreement.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the phone number for the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2025): “We will get the physician's phone number from the parent and add it to the form.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the insurance coverage or policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2025): “We will get the insurance information from parent and add it to the emergency contact form.”
Core safety Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 did not have FBI or NSOR clearance on file, and the disclosure statement was not dated or witnessed. Staff must be removed from care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2025): “Staff #1 had NSOR. It was printed and put into the staff's file. A disclosure statement was signed and placed into the staff's file. Clearance has been placed in the staff's file. This was corrected immediately and an appointment was scheduled for FBI. New FBI clearance was requested and received…”
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On 2/26/25 during an unannounced inspection, there was no documentation of emergency plan training for staff #1 (see code sheet for hire date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2025): “The staff #1 will sign the training sheet”
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
There was an unlocked closet with bottles of bleach, cans of wall paint, and other cleaning products accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2025): “The facility will enhance the door lock by incorporating a child-proof mechanism, ensuring that the door locks automatically rather than requiring manual operation.”
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
There was prescription Ibuprofen for child #1 with "discard after 2/18/25" on the label.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2025): “The Ibuprofen was discarded.”
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
There was no written parental consent for Tylenol for child #2, or for Albuterol for child #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2025): “A written consent from the parent was obtained on February 26, 2025, for child #2. Regarding child #3, the Albuterol was returned to the parents as it was never utilized, and the child does not have asthma.”
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
There was no high school diploma on file for staff #1 to document that she meets the qualifications of an Aide.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2025): “After the inspection, we sent out the rest of the forms that were requested by the school to acquire another copy of staff's #1 high school diploma. Staff will be used as a volunteer until documentation is on file.”
Core safety Aug 28, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1, who has been employed for more than 45 days (see code sheet for start date) did not have clearances from Florida, a state in which she lived in the previous 5 years.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2024): “Staff will be removed from care until all clearances are on file, including out of state clearances. The clearances will be obtained from Florida.”
Citation Aug 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible/Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)/3270.103
Throughout the renewal inspection on 8/28/24, the kitchen area was accessible to children. There was an unlocked cabinet with plastic bags, and an unlocked cabinet with cleaning supplies.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 1, 2024): “We will secure the gate across the kitchen entrance and put locks on the cabinets and drawers.”
Citation Aug 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Initial and subsequent health reports/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(1)/3270.182(8)
The initial health assessments and fee agreements for children had been removed from the files and destroyed to reduce file size.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 1, 2024): “Will now keep all child health reports and fee agreements on file for at least one year after child leaves the center.”
Citation Aug 24, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)
The health assessment form on file for staff person #1 did not adequately address the examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2023): “Staff person #1 will get the form completed accurately and this will be placed on file.”
Citation Aug 24, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
It was observed on the facility's fire alarm testing log that tests were not being completed every 30 days. A fire alarm test was logged as having been completed on 3/16/23 but the next alarm test logged was not completed until 4/18/23. Likewise, a fire alarm test was logged as having been completed on 5/18/23 but the next alarm test logged was not completed until 6/21/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2023): “Current alarms test are being completed at least once every 30 days. Alarms were tested the day of inspection and logged.”
Citation Aug 24, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
It was stated by the owner that the facility director has been out temporarily on medical leave and has not been present and working in the facility at least 30 hours per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2023): “The temporary absence will be corrected in the next few weeks once the director can return to work. A note to return to work will be placed on file. The facility director will be present at minimum 30 hours per week. Verification of these hours will be provided to OCDEL in the form of a letter from…”
Citation Aug 24, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
It was observed that the facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2023): “The facility accidentally put the current certificate behind the old certificate in the frame in which they were hanging. This caused the old certificate to be the one that was visibly posted. This was corrected immediately during the inspection and the current certificate is now posted.”
Core safety Aug 23, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
File for staff person #1, (see code sheet for date of hire), did not contain a FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 16, 2022): “Staff person #1 is in the process of looking for and trying to obtain a copy of the clearance that was dated within the last 60 months. If staff person #1 is unable to locate the clearance, they will reapply for a FBI clearance and will be suspended until the full FBI clearance is provided and…”
Citation Aug 23, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Breakfast items from three groups 55 Pa. Code §3270.163(b)
It was observed that the breakfast served by the facility did not offer at least one item from 3 out of the 4 food groups.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 23, 2022): “Fruit was added as an additional option to the breakfast menu daily allowing for there now to be at least one option for at least 3 out of the 4 food groups. The weekly menu was updated.”
Citation Aug 23, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
It was observed that the bottles present and used by the children at the facility were not labeled with the child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 23, 2022): “Baby bottles were labeled the day of inspection.”
Citation Nov 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
It was observed that an outlet was left uncovered in a space where preschool aged children were receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Outlet was covered during the inspection.”
Citation Nov 2, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
It was observed in the woman's bathroom that a bottle of cleaning materials, which staff stated contained a bleach water solution, was stored in a container that did not specify the contents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Bottle was labeled immediately.”
Citation Nov 2, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
File for child #1, enrolled 1/20/21, did not contain written documentation of all age-related immunizations recommended by the ACIP. File for child #2, enrolled 7/20/20, did not contain written documentation of all age-related immunizations recommended by the ACIP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Families for child #1 and #2 will be asked to either provide the updated immunization record or an exemption letter for the child's file.”

“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.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $55.14 $46.60
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $50.82 $44.23
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $48.70 $42.52
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $44.76 $37.96
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $38.35 $29.02
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $38.35 $29.02

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

Capacity 33 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Nov 2, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Jan 30, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Apis Child Care LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 750-6959
State certificate # CER-00242953
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Common questions

Has Apis Child Care LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Aug 25, 2026 (supervision): “Staff #1 and staff #2 had a group of 6 young toddlers requiring 2 staff. When asked who they were responsible for and who was in their group, they replied that they both were responsible for all of them. Staff #3 had a…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Apis Child Care LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Apis Child Care LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Apis Child Care LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Jan 30, 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 Apis Child Care LLC compare with other daycares in Reading?

It is #26 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 55% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Apis Child Care LLC last inspected?

Aug 25, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Apis Child Care LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $55.14 for infant, $50.82 for young toddler, $48.70 for older toddler, $44.76 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Apis Child Care LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Apis Child Care LLC.

Certified centers nearby

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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