Daisy Day Care is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 29 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 29 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (9 of 29). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #34 of 84 centers in Reading and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 63% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#34 of 84 centers in Reading
4
Core-safety citations
25
Other citations
6
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
29 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 9, 2025
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Health & medication
9
Emergency preparedness
5
Building & playground safety
5
Training & qualifications
3
Background checks
2
Food & feeding
2
Transportation
1
Staff ratios
1
Sleep safety
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Dec 9, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/9/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Health assessments on file for Child #1 were dated 5/22/2024 and 5/20/2025. The health assessment dated 5/20/2025 was reviewed and determined to be not acceptable, as the date and signature could not be verified. An acceptable health assessment, including a verifiable date and signature, was received by the certification representative on 1/2/2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “A complete and acceptable health assessment for Child #1, including a verifiable date and signature, was received by the certification representative on 1/2/2026 and was placed on the child file on 1/5/2026. The child's file is now compliant.”
Citation
Dec 9, 2025
Inspection
Transportation
Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.178
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/9/2025. At that time, the transportation first-aid kit was missing tweezers, scissors, soap, and tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “The first-aid transportation kit has been completely replenished and now includes tweezers, scissors, soap, and tape as specified by guidelines. The first-aid kit is now complete and available in vehicles during child transportation.”
Citation
Dec 9, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Bachelor's, 30 credits + 1 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)(2)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/9/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Staff Person #2 was listed by the facility as a Group Supervisor (GS); however, the education documentation on file qualifies Staff Person #2 as an Assistant Group Supervisor (AGS). The facility did not have documentation on file verifying that Staff Person #2 has 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or a related human services field, as required to meet Group Supervisor qualifications.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Staff Person #2 was immediately reclassified from Group Supervisor (GS) to Assistant Group Supervisor (AGS) based on the education documentation on file. Classroom staffing assignments were adjusted to ensure compliance with staff qualification requirements. Correction has been completed on…”
Citation
Dec 9, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/9/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. File for staff person #1 contained 10.5 clock hours of child care training for training year 4/1/2024-4/1/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Staff Person #1 has completed the remaining 1.5 clock hours of professional development; she took 2 hours bringing their total to 12.5 clock hours for the training year 4/1/2024--4/1/2025. Documentation of the training completed on 12/16/2025 has been placed in staff file.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 6/09/2025, the most recent NSOR clearance on file for staff person #2 is dated 2/12/2020, which is past 60 months. NSOR clearances on file for staff person #3 are dated 2/12/2020 and 3/18/2025. Operator reports that staff person #3 was on leave but returned in February 2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2025): “Upon being informed of the issue, staff member #2 was promptly reassigned from any childcare-related duties pending receipt of updated NSOR clearance documentation. Staff member #2 was a bus driver, and since the monitoring occurred on the last day of school, it was feasible to suspend their duties…”
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 6/9/2025, the group in the front section of the lower-level room was composed of older toddler- and preschool-aged children and had 10 children. The group in the middle section of the lower-level room was composed of young- and older-toddler children and had 6 children. Staff reported that another staff person had a medical emergency prior to certification representative's arrival which caused the groups to be out of ratio.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “At the time of the monitoring, a staff member experienced an unexpected medical emergency which temporarily impacted on our ability to maintain required staff-to-child ratios. Upon realization of the issue, an available qualified staff member was promptly reassigned to ensure appropriate…”
Clean, age appropriate/Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)/3270.119
During allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 6/9/2025, an infant reported to be 2 months old by staff was observed to be asleep in an infant rocker seat. There was no documented medical reason signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP on file at the facility requiring the child to sleep like in that position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Upon notification of the violation, the infant was immediately repositioned to sleep in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommended safe sleep guidelines. At this time, no medical exception has been provided. All staff were reminded and retrained of the strict adherence to safe…”
Citation
Jun 9, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 6/9/2025, the most recent health assessment on file for staff person #1 is dated 3/22/2023, which is past 24 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “We acknowledge that the health assessment on file for staff person #1 was not updated within the required 24-month period. Upon identifying this, the staff member went to the doctor and completed the health assessment on 6/9/2025 but forgot the required Health Assessment form. The updated…”
Citation
Jun 9, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 6/9/2025, the last documented emergency drill on file at the facility is dated 4/3/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “Upon review, we discovered that the annual emergency drill had in fact been conducted but had not been properly posted at the time of the monitoring visit. This issue has since been resolved by ensuring the most recent emergency drill documentation is updated and posted at the facility, as…”
Citation
Jun 9, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 6/9/2025, facility's fire detection testing log indicated that smoke alarms were tested on 12/5/2024 and again on 1/31/2025, which is past 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2025): “We acknowledge that the facility's fire detection testing log indicated that smoke alarms testing was not completed within the required 30-day interval. This was an oversight into our internal safety check schedule. Upon identifying the issue, smoke alarms were immediately retested, and the log was…”
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Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection conducted on 12/9/2024, PSP clearances on file for staff person #1 are dated 2/22/2019 and 4/9/2024, which is past 60 months. Additionally, mandated reporter training certificates on file for staff person #1 are dated 2/24/2019 and 4/10/2024, which is past 60 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff Person # 1- PSP clearance was done on 4/9/24 and Mandated Reporter Training was taken on 4/10/24. These was done past the 60 months.”
Citation
Dec 9, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During renewal inspection conducted 12/9/2024, health assessments on file for child #1 are dated 2/28/2023 and 5/17/2024, which is past 12 months. Child #1 is preschool-aged (see LIS code sheet for date of birth).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Child # 1- Healthe Assessment was dated 5/17/2024. These was done past the 12months requirement. We handed notices to parents 2 months, 1 month before the due dates of Health assessments and immunizations but sometimes doctor's appointments take longer.”
Citation
Dec 9, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During renewal inspection conducted 12/9/2024, staff person #1 obtained 5.5 hours of annual child care training for training year 12/19/2022-12/19/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff person # 1 - She took 12 hrs. training on 1/17/24, 5 hrs. on 9/19/24, 1hr.on10/11/24, 6 hrs. on 1/9/25 and 2 hrs. on 1/10/25.with a total of 26 hours. Some of these hours can be used to fulfill training requirements for year 12/19/22 -12/19/23, also for year 12/19/23-12/19/24 and still have…”
Citation
Dec 5, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
As of the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, there was no continuity of operations plan as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vii).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 25, 2024): “We will write a continuity of operations plan as part of our emergency plan.”
Citation
Dec 5, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(c)
During the renewal inspection, several screens in the indoor play room on the second floor were ripped.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 25, 2024): “The screens will be repaired.”
Citation
Dec 5, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, there was a bracket with a sharp screw sitting on the windowsill of the indoor play room on the second floor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “The bracket and screw were removed from the room”
Citation
Dec 8, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
On excursions/Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)/3270.178
During the renewal inspection on 12/8/22, children were transported in the van and there was no water with the first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2022): “Water bottle was put in bus.”
Citation
Dec 8, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
As of the renewal inspection on 12/8/22, the most recent health assessment for child #1 was dated 11/11/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2022): “Parent will provide an updated health assessment.”
Citation
Dec 8, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
During the renewal inspection on 12/8/22, the Vyvanse for child #2 expired 11/17/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2022): “Medication will be returned to parent.”
Citation
Dec 8, 2022
Inspection
Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
On 12/8/22 during the renewal inspection, the lunch box for child #3 was hanging on the hook and contained yogurt.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2022): “The lunch box was moved to the refrigerator.”
Citation
Dec 8, 2022
Inspection
Food & feeding
Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(6)
During the renewal inspection on 12/8/22, child #4 was in the pack and play for nap with a bottle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2022): “The bottle was removed from the pack and play.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2021
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On 12/16/21 during the renewal inspection, the most recent health report for child #3 (date of birth 9/3/18) was dated 9/17/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 8, 2022): “Will ask parent for a more recent health report.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2021
Inspection
Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
On 12/16/21 during the renewal inspection, the most recent influenza vaccine for child #2 was dated 2/15/19. There was no immunization for influenza for child #4. Neither child #2 or #4 had an exemption letter on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2022): “Parents will provide an exemption letter.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2021
Inspection
Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
On 12/16/21 during the renewal inspection, the health reports for both child #2 and #3 did not include a statement that they are able to participate in child care and are free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2022): “Will give parents a state child health report form to get completed.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2021
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
On 12/16/21 during the renewal inspection, the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2021): “We will amend our emergency plan to include infants and toddlers. Also to accommodate for any children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2021
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
On 12/16/21 during the renewal inspection, the facility had not been testing the fire alarm system every 30 days as required by Act 62, and did not have proper documentation of the installation or purchase date of the fire alarm system.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 8, 2022): “call alarm company ask them to provide us with proper documentation. Amend our fire drill procedures to include fire alarm system testing every 30 days.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2021
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
On 12/16/21 during the renewal inspection, the emergency plan did not include lock down procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2022): “We will write and amend our emergency plan to include a lockdown and shelter in place plan.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2021
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
On 12/16/21 the emergency plan was not sent to the county or city.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2022): “Send our emergency plan to our local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2021
Inspection
Health & medication
Health information/Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(4)
On 12/16/21 during the renewal inspection, there was no health report on file for child #1 who started at the facility on 10/8/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2022): “child recently moved to the US and had to wait to receive insurance and a doctor's appointment. A copy of the appointment card is on file. Appointment scheduled for 1/12/22. 1/21/22 child is no longer enrolled.”
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $58.00 | $52.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $58.00 | $52.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $54.00 | $48.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $52.00 | $46.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $50.00 | $42.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $46.00 | $36.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $46.00 | $36.00 |
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
Capacity
29 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Mar 28, 2027
Operator
Mildred Torres Ramirez
Hours
Monday–Friday 5:00 AM–11:59 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(610) 655-9877
State certificate #
CER-00250082
Common questions
Has Daisy Day Care 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 Jun 9, 2025 (background checks): “During allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 6/09/2025, the most recent NSOR clearance on file for staff person #2 is dated 2/12/2020, which is past 60 months. NSOR clearances on file for staff person #3 are…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Daisy Day Care?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Daisy Day Care since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Daisy Day Care’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Apr 1, 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 Daisy Day Care compare with other daycares in Reading?
It is #34 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Daisy Day Care last inspected?
Dec 9, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Daisy Day Care cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $58.00 for newborn, $58.00 for infant, $54.00 for young toddler, $52.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Daisy Day Care?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Mildred Torres Ramirez.
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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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